Photography courtesy of the Museum of American Speed
Indianapolis. Daytona. Pikes Peak. Bonneville. It’s hard to find a storied motorsport event that not only hasn’t been touched by a member of the Unser family, but also doesn’t have their name in the record books. Now, for the first time ever, the Unser Collection is under one roof, per Al Jr., at the Museum of American Speed.
Al Unser Jr.
“In American history, and really in the history of the world there isn’t another family to match the Unser’s combined success in racing,” Tim Matthews, Curator of the Museum of American Speed said. “Their ability to produce so many world-class race car drivers is unmatched. Our new Unser Collection galleries explore the details of what led to this amazing success and chronicles their amazing history. For the first time ever the collections from the Unser Museum and the collection from Bobby Unser are united to create the most comprehensive permanent display of vehicles, racing equipment, a staggering array of awards, art and video. Visitors can experience interactive displays, tour the vault where the most precious and personal artifacts are displayed and see imagery which gives an inspiring glimpse into the people behind the legendary accomplishments.
“From dominating Pikes Peak, USAC Stock Car, IROC and IndyCar championships, 9 Indianapolis 500 wins the Unser Collection spans four generations and over 100 years of motorsports history,” Matthews continued. “The Unser name is one of the greatest names in racing history and the addition of this collection furthers our mission to preserve, interpret and display items significant to the history of American car culture and racing.”
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