History
Driving Park received its name from its historic past as a large equine racing complex for horses and eventually automobiles during 19th century and early 20th century. Columbus residents would travel to Driving Park to enjoy the exciting horse races held there. When automobiles came into fruition during the 1900s the track was converted to allow for auto racing. Its largely flat stretched oval design allowed turn-of-the-century speedsters to set many records at the racetrack. One major event was the world's first 24-hour race in 1905.
The precursor community of Driving Park was a small community consisting of employees of the racetrack. During the 1930s, the racetrack was abandoned, yet the community continued to grow.
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