Retirement
At the age of 26 Sir Archy ended his stud career in 1831, living for two more years until his death in 1833 on June 7. Coincidentally, this was the same day that one of his greatest sons (Sir Charles) also died.
Sir Archy was one of the first few horses inducted into the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame in 1955.
Sir Archy is buried, along with his groom and canine companion, at Ben Lomond Farm in Goochland, Virginia. A historical marker, erected by the Goochland County (Virginia) Historical Society, marks his grave. This information is incorrect.
Sir Archy is buried at the Mowfield Plantation in Northampton County North Carolina, just west of the town of Jackson. He resided there from 1818 until his death in 1833. His exact location of burial is unknown. The original plantation house still stands. However when it was renovated, the property owners preferred to live in the house, and updated the interior for modern convince. Reference for this information can be verified at various websites dealing with the history of North Carolina.
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