A new era in motorsport heritage will commence on 28 May 2026, as the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO) officially launches the M24 Motorsport Museum at the iconic home of the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Developed in collaboration with Swiss watchmaker Richard Mille, M24 replaces the former 24 Hours of Le Mans Museum with a redesigned concept focused on presenting the history of motorsport in a more engaging and contemporary format, highlighting the sport’s people, technology and long-term impact.
A New Experience for Motorsport Fans
Opened in 1961 and updated in the 1990s, the Le Mans museum has long drawn fans of endurance racing. Today, visitors expect more than rows of cars on display.
The M24 Motorsport Museum has been designed to meet that expectation.
Since 2022, the dedicated company MACO has been working to transform the museum into an experience that brings motorsport history to life. Visitors will encounter the cars, the people, the technology, and iconic moments that have helped shape the sport.
At its core, M24 connects heritage and innovation, celebrating Le Mans’ legacy while looking ahead to the future of motorsport.
A World-Class Collection Under One Roof
The new M24 Motorsport Museum will house one of the most significant motorsport collections in Europe, with over 120 vehicles on display alongside rare artefacts and memorabilia spanning more than a century.
The visitor journey unfolds across two distinct yet connected spaces:
1. The Endurance Story
Dedicated to the history of the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the wider world of endurance racing, this section forms the backbone of the museum experience.
2. Global Motorsport Icons
A second immersive space expands beyond Le Mans to celebrate Formula 1, rallying, rally-raids, IndyCar and American motorsport culture.
Among the standout exhibits will be:
- The 1924 Bentley 3 Litre Le Mans winner
- The legendary 1965 Ford GT40
- The Matra 670B
- Modern Hypercars
- The Ferrari F2002 driven by Michael Schumacher
- The iconic Lancia Stratos rally car
- The race suit worn by Ayrton Senna
Interactive installations, immersive sound design and visual storytelling will place visitors “inside the race,” creating a sensory connection to the sport’s defining moments.
Architecture Inspired by Speed
Architect Frédéric Audevard has added an extension to the museum’s redesign that combines automotive influences with modern architecture. Aluminium surfaces, curved lines, and visitor pathways draw on aerodynamic principles, creating a sense of movement throughout the space.
Natural light highlights the collection, and sustainability is built into the project, including a green roof, rainwater management, and the use of responsibly sourced materials. The work involved 23 mainly local firms.
The result is a building that reflects both the technical heritage of motorsport and the environmental considerations incorporated from the start.
A Living Museum
As a venue, the Museum has been designed to evolve. It will regularly feature rotating exhibits, loans from manufacturers, and partnerships with institutions – including the Porsche Museum with its 1986 Dakar-winning Porsche 959 – will keep the collection changing.
Two temporary exhibitions are planned each year, and the museum expects to welcome over 300,000 visitors annually.
Opening in Time for the 24 Hours of Le Mans
The M24 Motorsport Museum opens on 28 May 2026, just ahead of this year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans. Visitors attending the race will be able to explore the museum to see the newly redesigned galleries, immersive exhibits, and historic cars on display, making a trip to the circuit a fuller motorsport experience.
In addition to its public galleries, M24 will offer flexible spaces for corporate seminars, private receptions, product launches, and bespoke events during the 24 Hours, though the primary focus is on presenting motorsport heritage.
General admission tickets for this year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans remain available, while details for museum entry will be announced closer to opening.