From 1947 to 1961, the West Peabody Speedway captivated audiences with stock car races, demolition derbies and even llama races! Just to name a few!
Image, late 1940s, the West Peabody Speedway, around 4th turn; Courtesy of Carl Silva
West Peabody Speedway owner Salvatore “Sam” Mogavero (pictured far right) and his son Paul Mogavero (far left) present winning racers with their trophies.
Courtesy of the Mogavero Family
Ticket Stub, circa 1955
Boston American, September 5, 1958
Program Circa 1950
Program circa 1950
Promotional Poster 1948
Boston American, October 2, 1959
Boston American, September 5, 1958
Boston American, May 13, 1960
The track was located between Lake and Pine Streets. The City of Peabody took over the land in 1963 for the construction of the John F. Kennedy Junior High School. Today, the track outline can be seen adjacent to Covenant Christian Academy, in Kennedy Fields Park.
The Boston Globe, January 19, 1962
Join us for upcoming event on the history of the West Peabody Speedway on April 15, 2023! See more info here. Programs & Exhibits – Peabody Historical Society