Historic North Wilkesboro Speedway Asphalt Jar 1947-2023 Original Asphalt

  
The Historic North Wilkesboro Speedway Asphalt Jar is a unique and special piece commemorating the iconic NASCAR racetrack. This jar includes original asphalt from the historic speedway, making it a valuable and nostalgic item for fans of auto racing and NASCAR in particular. The jar serves as a tangible piece of history, showcasing the evolution of the sport and the enduring legacy of North Wilkesboro Speedway. It Started Over 75 Years Ago.

In 1945 Enoch Staley, a native of Wilkes County NC was inspired when he witnessed a Stock Car race sponsored by Bill France in SC. Staley was impressed and decided that Wilkes County would be a great place to build a track. France promoted the first official event as a modified race an when more than 10,000 people showed up it was clear that something special had started. In the following year on Feb.

21, 1948, Bill France formally founded NASCAR. History is being made again, The Revival of the North Wilkesbo. Born to shine, called to make the best.