This exhibition—both in its gallery form and on-line—has been made possible through funding, research, and gifts from the following generous supporters:

Virginia Foundation for the Humanities and Public Policy
The Virginia Foundation for the Humanities and Public Policy was established in 1974 to develop and support public programs, education, and research in the humanities and to relate the humanities to public issues. The VFH is nonprofit and nonpartisan and receives support from private gifts, grants, and contributions, and from the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Commonwealth of Virginia. For more information, write or call the VFH office at 145 Ednam Drive, Charlottesville, Virginia 22903, 804-924-3296.

Virginia Commission for the Arts
The Virginia Commission for the Arts is the state agency that supports the arts through funding from the Virginia General Assembly and the National Endowment for the Arts. The VCA distributes grant awards to artist, arts, and other not-for-profit organizations; educational institutions; educators; and local governments. The VCA also provides technical assistance in arts management. For more information, write or call the VCA at Lewis House—Second Floor, 223 Governor Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219, 804- 225-3132.

Additional Supporters
Nick Beasley
Bob Bateman
Star City Hot Rod Club
B. Wilson Porterfield Foundation
Pete & Jakes Hot Rod Parts, Inc.
Brookville Roadster, Inc.
David Brugh
Tim Crowder
Midkiff Family
Triple S Realty
Super Bell Axle Company
Charles Perry
Howell’s Motor Freight, Inc.
Meguiar’s, Inc.
Dr. Brian Katen
Peter Vincent
Ken Gross
Shively & Carter Custom Crafted Cabinets, Inc.
WDBJ-Television

In addition, the Blue Ridge Institute & Museum of Ferrum College would like to thank the many racers, rodders, mechanics, and collectors who have shared tall tales, truths, near-truths, harrowing experiences, photographs, and memorabilia for the exhibition.