The Arts Celebrate the 106th Running of the Indy 500

Welcome Race Fans is a collaborative project of the Indy Arts Council and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway to connect visual art and artists to this historic race. One of the more familiar and iconic visuals associated with May in Indianapolis is the blanketing of the city with “Welcome Race Fans” signs and banners. Our project builds upon and pays tribute to the annual tradition of Welcome Race Fans signs with original artwork created by Indiana artists. This year, 5 Indiana artists were commissioned to create their own version of the beloved Welcome Race Fans signs, using their own unique style and materials. The result is an infusion of different artistic voices and imagery to welcome the world to Indianapolis and celebrate the month of May. Each sign is unique and represent the vast diversity of styles and artists in Indiana.

All original artwork is for sale. To inquire about the original artwork, please contact us at welcomeracefans@indyarts.org.

Image above: Sharon Jiskra Brooks, Winner’s Wreath, acrylic with silver leaf

From the 2019 round of Welcome Race Fans.