About this property
Occoneechee Speedway was one of the first two NASCAR tracks to open. It closed in 1968 and is the only dirt track remaining from the inaugural 1949 season. It is located just outside the town of Hillsborough, North Carolina.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 02000435. It was listed on May 1, 2002.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Occoneechee Speedway listed on the National Register?
Occoneechee Speedway was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 1, 2002.
What type of historic resource is Occoneechee Speedway?
Occoneechee Speedway is classified as a site in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Occoneechee Speedway?
The period of significance for Occoneechee Speedway is recorded as the modern era, specifically around 1949.
Can I research the history near Occoneechee Speedway?
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