Junior Concours Showcase
Saturday, March 21, 2026
Start your engines! The Petersen Junior Concours returns for its third year, inviting young creators in grades K–12 to imagine the future of racing.
This year’s theme, Motorsport Reimagined, challenges students to dream big — from cutting-edge speed machines to bold, eco-powered concepts that could change the track forever. The sky’s the limit.
Participants will compete in three divisions:
K–3rd Grade
4th–7th Grade
8th–12th Grade
On Saturday, March 21, 2026, families, friends, and supporters are invited to the Junior Concours Showcase at the Petersen Automotive Museum to celebrate the creativity and hard work of these young designers.
The day will feature a special live panel with the RacerX² Team — Alexis Lam, Winter Wei, Amelia Lau, and Isabella Ta — sharing insights on innovation and motorsport.
Entries will be reviewed by an esteemed judging panel including Laura Fisher, Dana Williamson, Jonee Eisen, and renowned automotive designer Franz von Holzhausen.
Guests can also participate by voting for the Spectators’ Choice Award before we close the day with a celebratory awards ceremony recognizing standout designs.
Whether you're competing, cheering from the crowd, or simply inspired by the next generation of automotive visionaries, the Junior Concours Showcase is a celebration of imagination, innovation, and the future of motorsport.
Meet The Judging Panel
Franz von Holzhausen, Chief Designer at Tesla
As Tesla's Chief Designer since 2008, Franz von Holzhausen has led the design of every major vehicle from the Model S to the Cybertruck. He also oversees Tesla Energy products and recent autonomous innovations like the Cybercab and Optimus. Recognized as a top global designer, his career includes influential work at Volkswagen, General Motors, and Mazda.
Laura Fisher, Chief Archivist
As Chief Archivist at the Petersen Automotive Museum for nearly a decade, Laura oversees the preservation of one of the world's largest automotive history collections. She manages millions of artifacts, from historic photography to rare ephemera, ensuring the "stories behind the cars" are protected for future generations.
Jonathan Eisen, Associate Curator
As Associate Curator at the Petersen Automotive Museum, Jonathan Eisen brings automotive history to life by curating world-class exhibits and researching the world's most iconic vehicles. He is a prominent face of the museum’s YouTube channel, where his deep technical knowledge and storytelling skills engage a global audience of enthusiasts.
Dana Williamson, Director of the Collection
As Director of the Collection at the Petersen Automotive Museum, Dana Williamson is the primary steward of over 300 world-renowned vehicles and motorcycles. A true "mechanical man" with a background as a stunt pilot and race car restorer, he is one of the few people trusted to drive the most valuable cars in the collection.
Please reach out to macfalle@petersen.org with questions about this program.