Richmond writers Bill Holder and Ronn Berry have captured the auto racing history of Richmond, Indiana with their latest book, Richmond Racing. The public is invited to meet the authors, Saturday, November 16th at the Old National Road Welcome Center from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

 

Richmond was once home to five race tracks including open wheel, stock car, drag, motorcycles, and roadracing which are all represented in their book along with vintage photos and newspaper clippings of the era. Throughout the book, the authors share stories of tracks dating back to the early 1900’s and of the racers, many of whom, went on to become well known at the Indy 500, Eldora Speedway and Daytona 500 races.

During the book signing, there will be over a dozen vintage and current racecars on display and area drivers in attendance. An autograph page inside the book provides opportunities for attendees to collect autographs from drivers. Books are $20.00 and proceeds will be donated to the Dayton Auto Racing Fan Club’s Injured Drivers Fund. Just in time for the holidays, this local book is a must have for any racing or local history enthusiast. The Old National Road Welcome Center is located at 5701 National Road East, Richmond, Indiana. For more information call 765-935-8687 or VisitRichmond.org