Islip, Italy
Islip Speedway was a .2-mile (320-meter) oval race track in Islip, New York which was open from 1947 until 1984. It is the smallest track to host NASCAR's Grand National Series, from 1964 to 1971. The first demolition derby took place at Islip Speedway in 1958. The idea was patented by Larry Mendels
ohn, who worked at Islip Speedway. The speedway has since been demolished.
Listen to the audio guide for Islip Speedway Free on WIP — starts by itself when you arrive, even with the screen off