| General Description: Located in Speedway, the track is host to many racing events including the 500 mile race, NASCAR and Formula I. The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum is recognized as one of the most highly visible museums in the world devoted to automobiles and auto racing. In 1987, the museum and Speedway grounds were honored with the designation of National Historic Landmark.
Approximately 75 vehicles are on display at all times, and among the featured attractions are:
â¢The Marmon "Wasp," which won the inaugural Indianapolis 500 in 1911 with Ray Harroun at the wheel.
â¢More than 30 Indianapolis 500-winning cars.
â¢The four cars driven to victory by A.J. Foyt, including his 1977 machine that represents his record-setting fourth Indianapolis 500 win.
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