Tag: museums
2011 Midwest Hall of Fame Inductees
There are many names in the auto racing industry that are worth remembering as having been instrumental in the development of the sport. In the Midwest there is also a proud history in regard to ...
Bortz Auto Collection at Meadowbrook
The Miller Family owned Meadowbrook Farm for more than two centuries, and with the Winnipsaukee Lake to its side and majestic mountains surrounding the farm, it is one of the most picturesque ...
Sprint Car Hall of Fame Inductions
he National Sprint Car Hall of Fame & Museum is located in Knoxville, and is dedicated to the preservation of the history of sprint car racing. Within its walls are numerous items, photographs ...
Tampa Mustang and Ford Show 2009
The Mustang Club of Tampa will be hosting the 28th Mustang, Shelby and Ford Roundup on the 24th of October 2009 at the Museum of Science and Industry. Spectators and motoring enthusiasts can ...
Museums
Looking for something different to do this weekend? Taking a long-awaited vacation and planning an itinerary? Why not include an auto museum on your schedule – it’s something that provides interest to adults and children alike. Auto museums offer a wonderful opportunity for an educational and exciting vacation activity. Often publicly owned and operated, auto […]
New ‘Start Your Engines’ Exhibit in Hayward
Hayward and San Leandro are certainly no strangers to the auto racing scene. This small corner of East Bay has been burning rubber on the racetrack for more than fifty years. While people ...
Rare Sport Car Collection Opens at Simeone Museum
After nearly half a century of careful collection, Dr. Fredrick Simeone has seen fit to share his prize, joy and passion with the rest of the world. Located just a short distance off Interstate ...
The Volo Auto Museum
A trip to the Volo Auto Museum should be on every car lover’s list of things to do. Situated in the beautiful little village of Volo in Illinois, Chicago, the theme park covers an astounding ...
The Borg-Warner Trophy, Indy 500 Victory Symbol
The Borg-Warner Trophy awarded to the winner of the Indianapolis 500 since 1936 ranks with the Stanley Cup and the World Series Trophy as one of pro sports most recognized rewards. As well, ...
The First Indy 500
As millions of auto racing fans shift into high gear for the 91st Indianapolis 500 race on May 27 of 2007, let's take a moment to reflect back on the humble beginnings of this historic race.