Antique cars on display at New England Racing Museum
“Our mission is to discover, preserve and educate the public on the history of New England motor racing,” said Thomas Netishen, executive director. “This show is a fun way for the public to learn more about us and the region’s rich motor racing history.”
In total, the museum will award 20 trophies, including the Parker-Coraine Best of Show Trophy. Winners of this award receive a complimentary brick that will be permanently placed in the museum’s tribute wall. Winners are also invited to take a picture inside the museum with their winning car, or truck, at the conclusion of the show with the Parker-Coraine trophy.
According to Netishen, the Best of Show Trophy is named after Ted Parker and Gil Coraine, each of whom have contributed extensively to the museum’s success. This year’s award, however, will have special significance.
“After a period of declining health, Gil passed away in February of this year,” added Netishen. “Gil was a local drag racing pioneer and former museum board member—he will be missed.”
Over 250 vehicles will be on display
Along with the car show, visitors will be invited to enjoy and explore New England motor racing history at more than 30 historical race car and motorcycle exhibits inside the museum. Visitors can also test their skills on an iRacing rig and four-lane electric slot car track.
The show will also feature a 50/50 raffle and an onsite food truck. “Whether you are a fan of racing or not, the event is always a fun time with family and friends,” said Netishen.
The cost to enter a vehicle into the show is $20, which includes one passenger and two free tickets to view the museum that day of the show. The cost for spectators is $5 per person with kids under 12 admitted free. To learn more, visit NERmuseum.com.
In addition to the New England Racing Museum, member institutions on the New Hampshire Heritage Museum Trail are located in New Hampshire’s Lakes Region, Merrimack Valley, and Seacoast.