Can-Am and Endurance Racing at The Glen
Name/Title
Can-Am and Endurance Racing at The GlenEntry/Object ID
2025.7.139Scope and Content
This poster promotes the 6-Hours and the Can-Am at The Glen, held on July 24–25, 1971 at Watkins Glen International. The artwork by Michael Turner captures the drama and prestige of the event, featuring iconic cars like the Gulf Porsche 917, Ferrari 512P, Alfa Romeo 33, McLaren Chevrolet, and L&M Lola. The poster celebrates a doubleheader weekend: Saturday’s 6-Hour endurance race, the final round of the World Championship of Makes, and Sunday’s Can-Am Challenge Cup, showcasing the fastest and most exotic sports cars of the era. The imagery and text emphasize Watkins Glen’s scenic location and its role as a premier destination for international motorsport. The race took place in 1971, confirmed by historical records of the Can-Am and World Championship calendars. This poster reflects a golden age of sports car racing, when Watkins Glen hosted both endurance and prototype racing at the highest level. For deeper research, you might explore IMSA and Can-Am archives, or visit the International Motor Racing Research Center in Watkins Glen for original materials and entry lists.Collection
Dr. Frederick A. Simeone Founder CollectionCategory
Posters, Watkins Glen