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Brand-new Smithsonian exhibit to include NASCAR legend, Wendell Scott

Brand-new Smithsonian exhibit to include NASCAR legend and Danville, VA native Wendell Scott.

After a large-scale renovation, the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum reopened with eight new and renovated galleries in the west wing of its building in Washington, D.C. October 14.

Brand-new exhibits include Nation of Speed, covering America’s fascination with being the fastest on land, sea, and space.

Integral to this update is the museum’s dedication to presenting more stories about people and their incredible achievements.

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