Burlington

Historical marker location:

Burlington, Indiana

( Marker is at the intersection of Michigan Street (a.k.a.: St Rd 29) and East 7th Street, on the right when traveling north on Michigan Street (a.k.a.: St Rd 29).)

Marker installed: 1973

The Indianapolis Motor Speedway, which hosts the Indy 500, was originally built as a test track for car manufacturers. The first race was held in 1909 and it has since become one of the most famous race tracks in the world.