Discover NC’s moonshine & motorsports heritage at Dixieland Speedway event

If you’re a fan of moonshine and racing, you won’t want to miss this joint event between Dixieland Speedway and the Museum of the Albemarle on August 16.

The Museum of the Albemarle has announced a partnership with Dixieland Speedway for an event on Friday evening, August 16, 2024.

This collaboration will bring the Moonshine and Motorsports Trail to the track, featuring educational segments on local moonshiner Alvin Sawyer and various historic locations and racetracks across North Carolina. Attendees will learn about the rich history of moonshine and motorsports in the state.

About the event and its host

Dixieland Speedway will host five classes of racing, with the event kicking off with the Kids-N-Karts race showcasing young, aspiring racers. Gates will open at 5 p.m., and the featured racing events will commence at 8 p.m. The speedway is located at 1520 Northside Road, Elizabeth City, NC.

The Museum of the Albemarle

The Museum of the Albemarle, located at 501 S. Water Street, Elizabeth City, NC, serves multiple counties in northeast North Carolina. The museum is part of the North Carolina Division of State History Museums and operates under the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. It aims to enrich the lives and communities within the state through its cultural and historical resources.

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

The N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources oversees diverse arts, culture, and natural areas across the state. The department manages over 100 locations, including historic sites, museums, aquariums, state parks, and various heritage commissions. These efforts aim to enhance education, stimulate economic development, and improve public health and community resiliency throughout North Carolina.

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