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National Gallery of Art Moves Artworks Ahead of Trump's Freedom 250 Grand Prix
Washington, D.C.'s National Gallery of Art has implemented protective measures for its artwork ahead of President Donald Trump's Freedom 250 Grand Prix, scheduled for August 22 and 23. The 1.7-mile racecourse, featuring NASCAR and IndyCar drivers reaching speeds up to 185 mph, runs through the heart of the capital, past museums and government buildings, including the National Gallery, which sits in the middle of the track.
Gallery spokesman Chris Abanavas told The Washington Post that an extensive vibration study was conducted and measures were implemented to ensure safety, though specifics were not disclosed. Some artworks have been moved away from the side of the building facing the racetrack, according to The New Republic. The Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian, Air and Space Museum, and the National Archives also lie within the course. Event organizers expressed confidence, citing IndyCar's decades of urban racing and coordination with federal and local agencies.
Source: Independent World