Don't miss your chance to Meet Helio!

There are '500 Reasons to Join' the IMS Museum - and more! Right now is a great time because everyone who joins the Museum by September 1st could win an exclusive meet & greet with four-time Indy 500 winner Helio Castroneves!

There are IMS Museum membership levels for all budgets, and all new members who join from now until Wednesday, Sept. 1 are equally eligible for the random drawing to meet one of the world's most accomplished drivers.

The IMS Museum's many membership levels all feature numerous year-round benefits - scroll down on this page to learn more. As a 501(c)(3) public non-profit, we're able to maintain our collection, provide IMS track tours and present compelling exhibits because to your support! Thank you.

Contest rules: For new members joining online: the IMS Museum must receive your membership application and payment electronically by 11:59 p.m. (ET) Wednesday, Sept. 1. Mail-in applications and payment must be postmarked no later than Sept. 1.

The winner will be chosen from a random drawing taking place no earlier than Tuesday, Sept. 7. Winner will be contacted by IMS Museum staff. Date for the meet-and-greet is to be determined, based on availability of Helio Castroneves and the winner. 

All members enjoy these great benefits:

  • FREE unlimited admission into the Museum, 363 days per year. Drop by for an hour or stay all day. With membership, you can visit as often as you like!
  • Kiss the Bricks Tour tickets
  • 10% discount in the IMS Gift Shop*
  • Invitations to member-only events and programs
  • 50% off two-seater rides with Indy Racing Experience
  • Exclusive discounts and other benefits to over 300 museums through Time Travelers. For a directory of participating organizations, click here.

Borg-Warner Society

The Museum’s Most Esteemed Group of Supporters

Our most generous supporters are invited to join the esteemed Borg-Warner Society. Donors at this level provide essential unrestricted dollars that allow the Museum to expand and enhance our collections care, exhibits, and programs. Members of the Borg-Warner Society are our partners, helping the Museum tell stories of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for generations to come. We appreciate their shared vision to move the Museum to the next level and in recognition of their commitment to further our mission, we are pleased to offer additional benefits to all Borg-Warner Society members:

  • Kiss the Bricks Tour tickets
  • The VIP Tour tickets
  • A private tour of the The Basement
  • Preferred seating at member-only events
  • Special invitations to Borg-Warner Society members-only events
  • Early access to exclusive events and programs
  • Additional benefits according to giving level
  • NEW BENEFIT – Exclusive discounts and other benefits to over 300 museums through Time Travelers. For a directory of participating organizations, click here

1909 Founder $1,000

  • Unlimited museum admission for eight adults
  • Kiss the Bricks Tour for four adults and four children ages 15 and under
  • The VIP Tour for two adults and four children ages 15 and under
  • An extended, private version of The Basement Collection Tour for two adults
  • Invitations to member-only events and programs with preferred seating (limited availability)
  • Special invitations to Borg-Warner Society members-only events
  • Early access to exclusive events and programs
  • Invitation to IMS Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Dinner
  • Listing in IMS Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony printed program
  • Listing in the printed Indianapolis 500 Official Program
  • Listing on the special recognition display of donors in the Museum
  • Discounted round of golf for two at Brickyard Crossing Golf Course
  • 10% off purchase in the IMS Gift Shop*
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Pole Sitter $2,500

  • Unlimited admission for twelve to the Museum
  • Kiss the Bricks Tour for eight adults and four children ages 15 and under
  • The VIP Tour for two adults and four children ages 15 and under
  • The Basement Collection Tour for four adults
  • Complimentary round of golf for two at Brickyard Crossing Golf Course **
  • Invitations to member-only events and programs with preferred seating (limited availability)
  • Special invitations to Borg-Warner Society members-only events
  • Early access to exclusive events and programs
  • Two tickets to IMS Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Dinner
  • Listing in IMS Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony printed program
  • Listing in the printed Indianapolis 500 Official Program
  • Listing on the special recognition display of donors in the Museum
  • 10% off purchase in the IMS Gift Shop*
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Winner’s Circle $5,000

  • Unlimited admission for sixteen to the Museum
  • Kiss the Bricks Tour for eight adults and four children ages 15 and under
  • The VIP Tour for two adults and four children ages 15 and under
  • An extended version of The Basement Collection Tour for six adults
  • Complimentary round of golf for four at Brickyard Crossing Golf Course **
  • Invitations to member-only events and programs with preferred seating (limited availability)
  • Special invitations to Borg-Warner Society members-only events
  • Early access to exclusive events and programs
  • Four tickets to IMS Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Dinner
  • Listing in IMS Hall of Fame Dinner printed program
  • Listing in the printed Indianapolis 500 Official Program
  • Listing on the special recognition display of donors in the Museum
  • 10% off purchase in the IMS Gift Shop*
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Chairman’s Council $10,000

  • Unlimited Museum admission for twenty
  • An extended version of The Basement Collection Tour for ten adults
  • Kiss the Bricks Tour
  • The VIP Tour
  • Invitation for two to the annual Chairman’s Council dinner hosted by an iconic racing personality
  • Complimentary round of golf for four at Brickyard Crossing Golf Course **
  • Invitations to member-only events and programs with preferred seating (limited availability)
  • Special invitations to Borg-Warner Society members-only events
  • Early access to exclusive events and programs
  • Complimentary table for eight at the IMS Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Dinner
  • Listing in the IMS Hall of Fame Dinner printed program
  • Listing in the printed Indianapolis 500 Official Program
  • Listing on the special recognition display of donors in the Museum
  • 10% off purchase in the IMS Gift Shop*
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Time Travelers is a free reciprocal membership network for historical museums, sites, and societies throughout the United States. The program was created so that members of historical institutions could receive exclusive benefits and privileges at museums and historical sites nationwide.

Currently, the Time Travelers program includes over 300 organizations in more than 40 states across the country. Members of these organizations can receive a variety of exclusive benefits and privileges, such as free admission, gift shop discounts, and much, much more. For a directory of participating organizations, click here

  • *Exclusions and blackout dates apply, see store for more details. Discount does not apply to online purchases. A current membership card must be present.
  • **Blackout dates and tee times apply, contact Pro Shop for more details.
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