The Dixie

Historical marker location:

403 S. Dixie Dr, North Webster, Indiana

( Marker can be reached from the intersection of S. Dixie Drive and E. Himes Street, on the left when traveling south.)

Indiana's Oldest Sternwheel Paddle Boat.

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.