-After several events were held on the streets of Watkins Glen, a permanent facility was opened in 1956.
-The first NASCAR Sprint Cup race was in 1957, won by Buck Baker (83.064 mph, 08/04/1957).
-After a six-year absence, NASCAR returned to The Glen in 1964 and 1965.
-After a 21-year absence, the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series returned to The Glen, and has run one race a year there since 1986.
-The first NSCS race at Watkins Glen was scheduled for 101.2-miles in 1957, the second race was 161.7-miles (1964) and the third race was 151.8-miles (1965). Every race since has been scheduled for 220.5-miles.
-Underwent repave after last season.(NASCAR)
