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The original 6.6-mile Watkins Glen Grand Prix circuit has been named to the National Register of Historic Places. The circuit is also on the New York State Register of Historic Places.<\/p>\n

The Watkins Glen circuit joins the Indianapolis Motor Speedway as one of the very few motorsports-related facilities honored with a historic designation. In Watkins Glen\u2019s case, it is believed to be the only racing venue on the list that is comprised of public roads.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The original 6.6-mile Watkins Glen Grand Prix circuit has been named to the National Register of Historic Places. The circuit is also on the New York State Register of Historic Places. The Watkins Glen circuit joins the Indianapolis Motor Speedway as one of the very few motorsports-related facilities honored with a historic designation. 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