Welcome to the 19th annual ARTOMOBILIA: A Celebration of Automotive Art & Design.

We are proud to celebrate one of the most distinctive areas of American motorsport history. Indianapolis 500 Pace Cars are a special automotive showcase for 2026, and their presence anchors a broader tribute to the machines that have led the field at the Greatest Spectacle in Racing.

A pace car is never just a car. It is a selection. Each year, one vehicle is chosen to set the tempo, to lead the most storied field in motorsport around the bricks, and to carry the weight of that responsibility in front of hundreds of thousands of spectators. The cars that have served this role span generations of design, engineering, and ambition. Some were production models elevated by the moment. Others were halo cars built to signal what an automaker could do. All of them share a single distinction that cannot be bought or replicated.

The collectors who preserve these cars understand that distinction. From early examples that carry decades of history to later selections that pushed performance and design forward, these cars tell a consistent story. They reflect a direct connection to Indianapolis, to the month of May, and to a tradition that has shaped American car culture for over a century. Together, they form a display that is both rare and deeply meaningful.

On Saturday, August 29th the Carmel Arts & Design District transforms into a world-class automotive showcase with more than 500 exceptional vehicles lining the streets. The Pace Car display serves as a focal point within the event, drawing attention not through spectacle, but through substance. These cars invite conversation, comparison, and appreciation from seasoned collectors and first-time admirers alike.

This gathering is about more than display space. It is about recognition. A pace car earns its place not because it is rare or expensive, but because it was chosen. We are honored to bring these cars together and showcase them as a centerpiece of this year’s gathering.