The Delmarva Paint Horse Club was formed on August 1, 1991 by a small group of Paint Horse
enthusiasts who wanted to promote the American Paint Horse in the State of Delaware and on the
Eastern Shores of Maryland and Virginia. At that time there were very few registered paints in
this area, but the interest in the breed was quickly growing. During the late 1980's and
early 90's there were also no APHA recognized shows in this area. This group of hardworking
members formed the Delmarva Paint Horse Club in 1991 and immediately began planning their first
APHA show to be held at the Delaware State Fairgrounds in Harrington, Delaware.