The U.S. Mint is rolling out a new collectible medal celebrating the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, the marquee IndyCar event set to take over the streets of Washington, D.C., this weekend.
“The United States Mint captured this singular convergence of American history and American speed in a single, strikable object — an official medal that turns this historic two-day spectacle into a lifetime keepsake,” the Mint said.
Map of road closures for Freedom 250 Grand Prix. (MPD)
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Map of road closures for Freedom 250 Grand Prix. (Courtesy of the Metropolitan Police Department)
The obverse, or heads side, features an IndyCar emblazoned with “USA” alongside a depiction of the U.S. Capitol. The design also includes the inscriptions “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” and “FREEDOM 250.”
The reverse features a portrait and inscription honoring motorsports pioneer Roger Penske.
Available for pre-sale tomorrow, the 2026 Freedom 250 Race Medal combines the excitement of INDYCAR racing and American history all in one. Learn more herehttps://t.co/joW5IaCHUH pic.twitter.com/b9zuMh1QJz
— United States Mint (@usmint) August 20, 2026
The medal is part of the U.S. Mint’s broader celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary, commemorating the signing of the Declaration of Independence. As part of the yearlong celebration, the Mint is introducing one-year-only changes to familiar American coinage, including the circulating dime, quarter, and half dollar. The Mint is also releasing special numismatic coins and medals throughout 2026 featuring unique designs and enhancements.
The Freedom 250 Grand Prix begins Saturday, Aug. 22, with a 1.7-mile, seven-turn street circuit winding through the nation’s capital. IndyCars will race at speeds exceeding 200 miles per hour past some of Washington’s most recognizable landmarks, including the Washington Monument, U.S. Capitol, and Smithsonian museums.
Sunday’s IndyCar Series race will consist of 147 laps, creating a 250-mile race in honor of America 250. President Donald Trump is expected to take an honorary lap around the circuit in the presidential limousine ahead of Sunday’s race.
“President Trump is ensuring America gets the spectacular birthday it deserves as we celebrate our 250th anniversary,” White House spokesman Davis Ingle said in a statement. “The historic IndyCar race set to take place in our Nation’s Capital will be one of the greatest and most iconic races in history. The President will leave his imprint on this historic race in a way that only he can.”
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The event is the latest in a series of America 250 celebrations taking over downtown Washington. Independence Day festivities drew hundreds of thousands of visitors, while organizers expect the Grand Prix to attract roughly 140,000 spectators each day.
Presale for the Freedom 250 Race Medal will be available on Friday.
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