National Gallery of Art Shields Works from Trump's IndyCar Race Vibrations
As the Freedom 250 Grand Prix approaches later this month, the National Gallery of Art (NGA) in Washington, DC, is implementing safety measures for its collection. The 1.7-mile racecourse borders the NGA and prominent sites including the Hirshhorn Museum and the National Archives. Concerns about potential vibrations from the race prompted the NGA to relocate some artworks, though specific findings from their studies remain undisclosed. Images published by the Washington Post depict outdoor installations being boarded up. The White House has assured that required safety protocols are being adhered to in light of the upcoming event.
Key facts
- An IndyCar race, part of President Trump's 'Freedom 250' celebrations, will take place in Washington, DC, later this month.
- The National Gallery of Art (NGA) is located on the 1.7-mile Freedom 250 Grand Prix circuit.
- Other institutions on the circuit include the Hirshhorn Museum, the National Archives, and the National Museum of the American Indian.
- The NGA conducted a study to examine the possible consequences of race car vibrations on its collection.
- The NGA has implemented measures to ensure safety during the race but is not disclosing specific findings.
- Some artworks at the NGA have been reinstalled to face away from the racetrack.
- Outdoor artworks, including I.M. Pei's skylights, have been boarded up.
- A White House spokesperson said protocols have been followed and coordination with relevant agencies has occurred.
- Penske Corporation, owner of IndyCar, is owned by Republican donor Roger Penske, father of Jay Penske, founder of Penske Media Corporation.
Entities
Artists
- I.M. Pei
Institutions
- National Gallery of Art
- Hirshhorn Museum
- National Archives
- National Museum of the American Indian
- IndyCar
- Penske Corporation
- Penske Media Corporation
- White House
- New Republic
- Washington Post
- Hyperallergic
Locations
- Washington, DC
- United States