Racing Shoes Worn by Armani Williams while Competing in the ARCA Truck Pro Series, circa 2016

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Artifact Overview

Armani Williams didn't let an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis hold him back from his goal to be a racing driver. He began competing in NASCAR's Canadian Pinty's Series in 2017, and in its American K&N Pro Series East the following year. Williams used this gear while driving in ARCA Truck Series races in 2016.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Shoes (Footwear)

Date Made

circa 2016

Creators

Creator Notes

Designed and distributed by Alpinestars in Asolo, Italy. Made in Viet Nam.

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2021.30.3

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Armani Williams.

Material

Cloth
Rubber (Material)
Velcro (TM)

Color

Blue
Black (Color)
White (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 5.875 in
Width: 4.125 in
Length: 12.375 in
Size: 12 undefined

Inscriptions

on velcro straps on front: alpinestars on front, sides and back: a on bottom: alpinestars label on inside of shoe tongue: alpinestars / USA 12 EUR 45.5 / MADE IN VIETNAM / DESIGNED AND DEVELOPED IN ITALY