1948 Indianapolis Adnission Tickets

Object/Artifact

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Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum

Name/Title

1948 Indianapolis Adnission Tickets

Entry/Object ID

2024.14.231

Description

The image shows a vintage ticket for the 32nd International 500 Mile Sweepstakes, held on Monday, May 31st, 1948, at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The ticket showcases the text "General Admission $2.50" with a Federal Tax of 50 cents, totaling $3.00. An illustration of a race car and a driver's portrait are featured prominently. The ticket number "23645" is printed in bold red,

Collection

Dr. Frederick A. Simeone Founder Collection, Simeone - Automobilia

Category

Automobilia, Indianapolis 500

Acquisition

Accession

2024.14

Source or Donor

Dr. Frederick A. Simeone

Made/Created

Date made

1948

Dimensions

Height

6.3 cm

Width

12 cm

Location

Wooden Display Box

DB25

Second Floor

Simeone Library

Condition

Overall Condition

Very Good