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500festival.com IMS.com the track is still generally the same, except the surface has In 1927, the track changed ownership and a new group of A HISTORY & TIMELINE been changed several times through the years. The original people led by Rickenbacker took charge. surface was crushed stone sprayed with tar, but this fell Rickenbacker was worried about safety at the track. In OF THE MOTOR SPEEDWAY apart and caused many accidents. The Wabash Valley Clay 1935, he decided to have warning lights added to the track. Company of Veedersburg, delivered 3,200,000 ten- The Indianapolis Motor Speedway was the first track in the The Indianapolis Motor Speedway® (IMS) is known 1909. The first -Mile Race was held in pound street paving bricks. These bricks were used to create world to use warning lights. During this year, there was throughout the world as the home of the Indianapolis 500®. 1911. (The race was not run from 1917-1918 due to World a stronger surface. The track remained brick for 25 years. also a rule made that required drivers to wear helmets while This automobile race is held each May on Memorial Day War I and from 1942-1945 due to World War II. Other This is why the Speedway is often called “The Brickyard.” driving at the Speedway. Weekend. Since the first race in 1911, the Indianapolis 500 than the war years, the race has been run every year since In 1936, many of the bricks were patched with blacktop. has become more than just an automobile race. This sporting 1911.) The track was originally built to serve as a testing By fall 1961, the entire track, with the exception of the start/ was a famous driver. He was the first driver event is a month-long celebration of activities presented by facility for the rapidly growing local automobile industry. By finish line, was covered with blacktop. to win the race three times; he was the first to drink milk in the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the 500 Festival. 1913, Indiana ranked second in the country in of Victory Circle; and he was the first to win the Borg-Warner automobiles made. However, the passenger cars being made The first Indianapolis 500 was held , 1911. Forty . (The Borg-Warner Trophy is displayed in the Hall The Indianapolis Motor Speedway has been listed on the could go faster than any Indiana dirt road would permit. cars met the average speed of 75 miles per hour (mph) and of Fame Museum. The trophy stands at nearly 5 feet tall National Register of Historical places since 1975, and it Thus, Carl Fisher, a Greensburg, Indiana native, and his were allowed to race. The race was won in a time of six hours and weighs 110 pounds. The face of the winner is added to was named a National Historic Landmark in 1987. The partners, Arthur Newby, Frank Wheeler, and James Allison, and 42 minutes. The winner, , ran an average the trophy each year.) Speedway was built in the spring of 1909 and the first built the Speedway for testing. speed of 74.602 mph. He won the first “500” with the help competitive event was a balloon race on June 5, 1909. The of what is believed to be the very first rearview mirror ever During World War II, the track was beginning to fall apart. first motorized race was a motorcycle event held August 14, Workers created a 2.5-mile track with banked turns. Today used on an automobile. Anton Hulman, Jr. from Terre Haute, Indiana, bought the

1909: Founders (left to right) Arthur Newby, Frank Wheeler, Carl Fisher, and James Allison joined to build the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Fisher’s vision was to build an automobile testing ground. 1909 circa 1914 circa 1930 1948 Since 1909, the Speedway’s “Winged-Wheel” has been one of the most Through the years, the logo has had hundreds of variations, recognizable logos in all of sports. The wheel represents the founders’ usually custom-made for a program, credential, ticket, or plan of an automobile testing ground, and the wings represent the role poster. The seven became a major part of the played in the early years at the Speedway. logo by the mid-1950s. 1900s 1910s 1920s 1930s 1940s 1950s

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1927: and 1936: The Borg-Warner Trophy became the November 14, 1945: May 30, 1911: Ray Harroun won the first his partners purchased the Speedway official prize for Indianapolis 500 winners. bought Indianapolis 500 at an average speed of for $750,000, which equals about Each winner gets a sterling silver face mounted the Indianapolis Motor 74.602 miles per hour. Harroun’s $8.5 million today. to the trophy. Speedway from Eddie race car, a Marmon “Wasp,” Rickenbacker for was the first $750,000. car to use a August 1909: The first race on the track, a rearview motorcycle event, took place on the brand mirror. 1936: After new IMS oval. The oval was made of winning his third crushed stone and tar. Indianapolis 500, Louis Meyer asked December 1909: A new track surface was for a bottle of completed. The track was repaved with 3.2 buttermilk in million bricks. Victory Lane. This was the inspiration for the race winner to drink milk, an 1957: The 500 Festival annual tradition. was created to organize civic events to celebrate the Indianapolis 500. Today, more than 500,000 Hoosiers and visitors participate in 1935: IMS was the first track in the world to 1938: A wall was built in Pit Lane to separate the activities during the crews’ work area from the pit area, creating a safer month of May. 1 have safety-warning lights and the first track 2 to require participants to wear helmets. working environment. Speedway. Since 1945, the Hulman-George family has Series uses the environmentally friendly E-85 (85 percent In 2010, Ana Beatriz, Simona DeSilvestro, , and included the Eldorado, Camaro, SSR, and Corvette owned it. For many years, the prize money was $60,000. ethanol, 15 percent ) to fuel its cars. Ethanol is all qualified for the race, marking the first among many other types of cars. Being the honorary pace This money was divided among the drivers in the race. produced from field crops, such as corn, that are not grown time four women have done so in the same year. car driver is a big responsibility. Pace car drivers have After Tony Hulman bought the track, the award money for people to eat. Ethanol burns clean and is better for the included former race car drivers such as , A.J. increased year to year. From a record $115,679 in 1946 the environment. The Speedway is always looking for ways to The finishes at the Indianapolis 500 continue to be thrilling. Foyt, and military officers such as General prize money has soared to over $13 million today with the make racecar driving safer. The second closest finish in history occurred in 2014 when Chuck Yeager and General Colin Powell. Comedian Jay winning team collecting nearly $3 million. Ryan Hunter-Reay won his first Indianapolis 500. Hunter- Leno, actor Patrick Dempsey, and news anchor Robin The year 1977 was a year of records. recorded Reay beat Helio Castroneves to the finish line by .06 seconds. Roberts were pace car drivers for the Indianapolis 500. Through the years, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway has official speeds over 200 mph to qualify for the race. A.J. Foyt claimed his second Indianapolis 500 in been a leader in safety. In 1911, Ray Harroun used the first became the first driver to win the “500” four times while 2015 by crossing the Yard of Bricks .104 of a second ahead 2009-2011 marked the Centennial Era celebration. The rearview mirror. During the 1930’s colored warning lights was the first female to run in the race. Rick of . Indianapolis Motor Speedway celebrated 100 years of (green and yellow) were added to the track; drivers were Mears and later joined Foyt in winning the race history and tradition. During the Centennial Era, the required to wear helmets; and a pit wall was built to protect four times. In 1996, topped the qualification The start of the Indianapolis 500 is one of the most exciting opening of the track in 1909 and the inaugural, or first, the crews when they worked on the cars. In 1959, all drivers charts with a qualifying lap of 237.498 mph. Al Unser, Jr. moments in sports. Each year, the 33 cars follow a special Indianapolis 500 in 1911 were celebrated. Since the races were required to wear special fire resistant racing uniforms. and battled for the closest finish in history car known as the pace car. The pace car driver leads the cars were not run during or World War II, 2016 The Speedway funded the research and development of the in 1992 with Unser’s victory margin of .043 seconds. In around the track until the 33 race cars receive the green flag marked the 100th running of the Indianapolis 500. Before SAFER (Steel and Foam Energy Reduction) walls, which 2005, Danica Patrick led 19 laps which put her in the to start the race. A has been the official pace car a sellout crowd, rookie captured his first were first installed in 2002 at IMS. The Verizon IndyCar history books as the first female to lead the Indianapolis 500. more often than any other automobile maker. Pace cars have Indianapolis 500 victory.

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October 1961: The rest of the bricks on the front May 1977: The first Mini- May 29, 2005: Danica Patrick April 14, 1993: IMS straightaway were covered with asphalt. A 36-inch Marathon took place. became the highest-finishing President Tony section of the bricks was left at the start/finish line woman in the Indianapolis 500 George and NASCAR and is called the “Yard of Bricks.” 1977: A.J. Foyt became the by finishing fourth. In 2009, President Bill first driver to win the she would beat that by finishing Jr. announced the first Indianapolis 500 four times. third overall. She was also the Brickyard 400 would be first woman to lead a lap in the 1991: Willy T. Ribbs on August 6, 1994. Indy 500. April 5, 1976: The new Indianapolis Motor became the first Speedway Hall of Fame Museum was opened African-American 1987: Al Unser won the to the public. The museum has about 75 classic driver to qualify for September 14, 2008: Indianapolis 500 for the May 12, 1996: Arie Luyendyk automobiles, the Indianapolis 500. fourth time. set the official four-lap Motorcycles raced at motorcycles, and qualifying record at 236.986 the Indianapolis Motor racing cars. miles per hour. This record Speedway for the first May 22, 1977: Janet Guthrie still stands today. time since 1909. became the first woman 1991: won the to qualify for the Indianapolis 500 for the May 14, 1977: Tom Sneva turned the first official Indianapolis 500. fourth time. 200 miles per hour laps at IMS. Control Tower 1957 Pagoda - 2009 May 1, 2002: The SAFER Barrier was added to all four corners of the Speedway. The barrier is made of steel and foam and protects drivers during crashes.

May 2011: The Indianapolis Motor Speedway celebrated Original Pagoda1913 the 100th Anniversary of the Indianapolis 500.

September 7, 1997: Construction began on a new May 2016: Control Tower called the Pagoda. It was finished The 100th running of the Indianapolis 500 3 in time for the 2000 Indianapolis 500. was celebrated on May 29, 2016. 4 500 FESTIVAL The Mini-Marathon, 5K, KidsFit Program and the Rookie popular events. Nationally and locally televised, the parade MORE THAN 60 YEARS OF CONNECTING THE COMMUNITY WITH THE INDY 500 Run promote physical fitness and good health. In addition, was one of the 500 Festival’s first events back in 1957. Each the 500 Festival mini-mini, an “Indy Mini” experience for year more than 300,000 people line the two-mile route in Many events take place during the month of May leading up 500 Festival Mini-Marathon. Started in 1977, the 13.1 mile kids, is a kids run hosted at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. downtown Indianapolis and over 1 million watch on TV to to the annual race. Created in 1957, the 500 Festival is a not- course stretches from downtown Indianapolis, to the Indianapolis The running event for kids ages 5 -12 is designed to give youth view floats, marching bands, celebrities, and giant helium for-profit organization that organizes life-enriching events and Motor Speedway, and back. The first race included more than an “Indy Mini” experience while promoting fitness. balloons. Through the years, people such as President Gerald programs that celebrate the Indianapolis 500 and foster positive 800 runners, with two-time Olympic marathon medalist Frank Ford, The Voice winner, Josh Kaufman, Mickey Mouse, Larry community impacts. With the help of 7,000 volunteers, the Shorter winning the race. Today, the race has grown to 35,000 The third Saturday in May kicks off with the 500 Festival Breakfast Bird, Reggie Miller, Peyton Manning, the Indiana Fever, and 500 Festival has grown to become one of the largest festivals runners, walkers, and participants in wheelchairs. The day also at the Brickyard, presented by Midwestern Engineers, Inc. The Oscar Robertson and the Crispus Attucks basketball team in the nation. The 500 Festival plans and organizes events includes the 500 Festival 5K and KidsFit Program run. Along event honors mayors from around the state of Indiana and is have served as the parade Grand Marshal. Each year, the 33 and programs such as the Parade, Mini-Marathon, Kids’ Day, the route are many entertainment groups, including musicians, held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Guests enjoy a hearty drivers of the Indianapolis 500 participate in the parade and Rookie Run, Memorial Service, Breakfast at the Brickyard, dancers, volunteers who motivate the participants and boost the Hoosier breakfast and hear from a racing legend and take a lap serve as Honorary Grand Marshals. mini-mini and Princess Program. excitement level. around the track in their own vehicles. They can tour the garages at the Speedway and watch drivers qualify for the Indianapolis After the parade comes race day. The Indianapolis 500 has Before the month of May begins, 33 young women from The following weekend includes a day of fun for children in 500 and see the announcement of the 500 Festival Queen. been held for over 100 years and drivers and fans from all over colleges and universities around the state are chosen as downtown Indianapolis. Each year thousands of people attend the the world come to see the greatest spectacle in racing. ambassadors to represent the 500 Festival and Indianapolis JPMorgan Chase 500 Festival Kids’ Day; the state’s largest outdoor The 500 Festival also observes an important holiday on 500 through the 500 Festival Princess Program, presented by festival for children. At the event, kids have fun conquering the 500 Memorial Day. The 500 Festival Memorial Service, presented by The month of May brings excitement to Indianapolis as more Reis-Nichols Jewelers. 500 Festival Princesses must be good Festival obstacle course, creating arts and crafts, and participating in Rolls-Royce, takes place at the Indiana War Memorial in downtown than half a million people from all over the world participate in the students, leaders, and have a lot of energy. The Princesses educational workshops. Children ages 3 to 10 are invited to join in Indianapolis on the Friday before the Indianapolis 500. The service 500 Festival’s nearly 50 events and programs. Ladies and gentlemen, attend and volunteer for many of the 500 Festival activities. the JPMorgan Chase 500 Festival Rookie Run. The event is a non- honors the men and women who fought to protect our country. start your engines! There is much to see and do in Indianapolis! competitive fun-run where hundreds of children run a downtown The month of May in Indianapolis kicks off with the OneAmerica Indianapolis street course and everyone goes home a winner! The IPL 500 Festival Parade is one of the Festival’s most

FEBRUARY - APRIL MONTH OF MAY SEPTEMBER

Saturday, February 10 Indiana’s youngest runners will take 1 6 7 8 9 10 11 13 14 15 16 17 18 20 21 22 23 24 28 29 30 31 over the world’s largest sporting 2 3 4 5 12 19 25 26 27 venue as part of the 500 Festival’s newest event—the 500 Festival mini-mini! The race is the first and KidsFit Final 5K only run for kids to take place at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. KidsFit Program participants will put Saturday, March 10 their running training in motion and 500 Festival finish their Final 3.1 miles of their 13.1 The 500 Festival embraces an Kickoff to May mile goal at the KidsFit Final 5K. important holiday, Memorial Day. The 500 Festival holds a Memorial Service to Once a year, racing fans, business leaders, remember the Indiana men Additional Programs Indiana’s mayors, and the 33 500 Festival and women who died while Princesses gather at the Indianapolis serving in the military. 500 Festival Volunteer Program Saturday, April 7 Motor Speedway for the 500 Festival presented by Citizens Energy Group Breakfast at the Brickyard, presented by Midwestern Engineers, Inc. At this event, 500 Festival & Indianapolis 500 Education Program Kids’ Day is the largest free guests hear from racing insiders about presented by Indiana University Health outdoor event for kids. Visitors racing’s history and future. The Mini-Marathon is a 500 Festival KidsFit Program 13.1-mile competitive can win prizes, create arts and The parade is the only 500 Festival event crafts, play games, and get their running event and is one of that has taken place every year since the 500 500 Festival Princess Program faces painted! Also on Kids’ Day Festival’s founding in 1957. 300,000 spectators the largest half-marathons in presented by Reis-Nichols the . The half- is the Rookie Run, a fun-run line the streets of Indianapolis, joined by where everyone is a winner. Kids marathon course includes another one million watching from their 500 Festival Intern Program running on the track at the ages 3-10 can run the downtown televisions around the country, to view one of Indianapolis Motor Speedway. course and get a goodie bag and the nation’s top parades. finisher’s medal. 500 Festival Corporate Member Program presented by Fifth Third Bank

500 Festival Leadership Development Program presented by BKD

5 6 DO YOU KNOW YOUR RACE FLAGS? START FINISH PASSING LAST LAP STOP CONSULTATION CAUTION DISQUALIFICATION

Signals the Signals the end of Signals a driver Signals that one Signals that the Signals that the Signals that the Signals that the start of a race, a race, practice that a faster car is lap remains in a track is not safe driver should proceed track is not safe for driver has been practice session session or quali- attempting to pass. race or qualifying to proceed at immediately to the racing speeds. disqualified. or qualifying fying attempt. The flag is either attempt. any speed. pit area for attempt. blue and yellow, or consultation with blue and orange. officials.

WE’RE MORE THAN JUST RACING.

Families have been coming to the INDIANAPOLIS MOTOR SPEEDWAY for over a century. Why? Because we continue to put on high-caliber, affordable, family-friendly events. So pack a cooler, throw the kids in the car and be part of a truly unique American tradition; a day at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Check the website for details on our 2018 Event Season. IMS.com

WHAT’S THERE TO DO? In addition to our world-famous on track product we pack the infield with live music, entertainment HOW DO I SIGN UP? IMS offers the fastest Kids Club in town. For only $25, the annual and vendors. membership includes rad gear, exclusive events, cool prizes and special discounts. We also have a FREE Kids Zone FUN ALL YEAR LONG! Open to kids ages 12 and under. IMS.com/4thgrade full of music, dancing, games, prizes and lots of fun!

A SPECIAL THANKS TO THE EDUCATION PROGRAM SPONSORS

The 500 Festival would like to acknowledge the following organizations for their support and assistance in developing the 500 Festival and Indianapolis 500 Education Program, presented by Indiana University Health: The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Foundation, the 500 Festival Foundation, the Verizon IndyCar Series, IndyCar Experience and . We would also like to thank the following for their assistance with the program video: IMS Productions, Meredith Walker, Scott Porter, Alexa Tindall, Megan Morris, Mike Bates, Andrea Morehead, Expo Design, Paul “Ziggy” Harkus, Jeremy Milless and . We would also like to acknowledge the Education Program Advisory Committee for its leadership and input in developing the 2018 program. Finally, we would like to thank all the teachers and administrators involved in teaching our youth. Thank you very much.