- The National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C . is implementing measures to protect its artwork from potential vibrations during the upcoming Freedom 250 Grand Prix.
- The race, backed by Donald Trump, will feature NASCAR and IndyCar legends reaching speeds up to 185 mph on a 1.7-mile course that surrounds the gallery and other historic institutions.
- Following an extensive vibration study, the gallery has implemented safety protocols, including moving some artworks away from the building side facing the racetrack.
- Preservationists have voiced concerns about the significant risk high-speed racing poses to delicate art and historic structures, warning of potential damage from vibrations.
- Event organizers assert their strong safety record for urban races, while a previous study suggested that foot traffic in a museum could cause more vibrations than a NASCAR event.
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National Gallery moves to protect artwork from Trump’s Freedom 250 Grand Prix vibrations
