My name is Rick David, my grandfather was WH David.  He opened and ran drag strips at Pel State, Hammond, Lake Charles, Houma, Estherwood and State Capitol through out the '50s and '60s.  I am collecting pictures, videos and memorabilia from the Louisiana tracks from the '50s and '60s.  I plan on setting up a website dedicated to the history of drag racing in Louisiana and would like to start a museum some time in the future.  I already have the original christmas tree, the 1950s NHRA banner from Pel State, pit passes, pictures, videos, 8mm videos, newspaper articles, etc.  All items donated are guaranteed to be preserved indefinitely

My grandmother, Jayne David, was the writer and editor Tire Marks published in the '50s and '60s.  I am collecting all issues and will have a link to them on the website.

In the early '80s there was a Louisiana drag racing hall of fame located at a track in Eunice, LA.  The track is now closed.  I am trying to get any information on the plaques and memorabilia removed at closing.  

Also, I am trying to locate the announcers stand (blue panel truck) from Pel State.  It was restored in the '80s by a Louisiana racing club, picture attached.  I have been told in may in North Louisiana.  If you have any information, please let me know.

Any pictures or video that have already been scanned can be emailed directly to me.  Any other memorabilia can be mailed to the address below.  Please label anything sent with dates, locations, names, etc. if possible.  Credit for any donations will be recorded and noted.

Thanks,
Rick David
rdavid88@cox.net
225-413-2191  

9514 Cabernet Dr.
Baton Rouge, LA  70817