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Some worry vibration from D.C.'s IndyCar race could damage art on the National Mall

NPR | By Rachel Treisman
Published August 19, 2026 at 3:56 PM EDT

Over two dozen racecars will speed around the National Mall this weekend on a course that runs right past art and history museums, raising questions about the safety of the works inside.

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Rachel Treisman
Rachel Treisman is a reporter on NPR's general assignment desk.
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