The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum (IMS) was recently announced as the winner of the Museum or Collection of the Year Award presented by the International Historic Motoring Awards (IHMA).

The IHMA winners were announced at a ceremony in London on Friday, November 14. 

"On behalf of the board and staff of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum, I am deeply honored to accept the prestigious 'Museum of the Year' award given by the International Historic Motoring Awards. This recognition is a testament to the passion, dedication, and vision of our entire team, who work tirelessly to preserve and share the rich history of motorsport and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway with the world," said Chuck Jones, IMS Museum Board Chair. "The award underscores our commitment to celebrating innovation, speed, and the human stories behind racing, while inspiring future generations to appreciate the cultural significance of motorsport. We are proud to represent the legacy of Indy car racing on the global stage and are grateful to the International Historic Motoring Awards for this acknowledgment. This achievement strengthens our resolve to continue expanding our collections, enhancing visitor experiences, and ensuring that the legacy of the Speedway remains vibrant and accessible for years to come." 

The "Museum or Collection of the Year" award is given to the museum or collection that has made the greatest achievements this year, whether in special exhibits, additions to the collection, or new innovations.  

The IMS Museum reopened to the public in April 2025 following a $61 million renovation that added an additional 40,000 sq. ft. of exhibit space and allowed for 10 distinct galleries that are more interactive, engaging and educational than before. Since then, more than 150,000 guests have visited from around the world, already surpassing annual attendance from previous years.  

The awards were judged by a distinguished panel of experts and prominent figures from the motoring world. The judges included TV stars Jay Leno, Wayne Carini and Donald Osborne, Le Mans legend Derek Bell and Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance chairman Sandra Button. 

For more information, visit imsmuseum.org or historicmotoringawards.co.uk.