Classic Car Museums That Are Worth the Visit
March 23rd, 2010
Classic car lovers who cannot get enough of seeing antique vehicles in pristine condition can take their passion on the road. America is home to dozens of classic car museums that are well worth the trip for those with a penchant for serious machines from the past.
While the number of large and small museums is almost too big to count, here are a few of the venues classic enthusiasts will find in the continental United States:
- The Canton Classic Car Museum – Located in Canton, Ohio, this venue has welcomed car lovers since 1978. It features more than 40 restored vehicles and plenty of memorabilia. Cars on display here include a Pierce-Arrow, a Packard and a Cord, among others. The museum is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., except some holidays.
- Floyd Garrett’s Muscle Car Museum – If power attracts, this is the museum to visit. Found in Sevierville, Tennessee, this venue boasts more than 90 cars from the 60s and 70s. Some of the models on display include a 1970 GTO Judge, a 1969 Boss 429 and a 1970 Chevelle. The museum has varying hours, depending on season, and is open every day except Christmas and Thanksgiving.
- The Antique Auto Museum at Hershey – Should some of the very first models in automotive history appeal, this is the place to go. Located in Hershey, Pennsylvania, this museum boasts more than 50 motorcycles and 100-plus cars in some 20,000 square feet of space. Models on display include a 1903 Ford Model A, a 1941 Crosley convertible, a 1923 Nash and a 1955 Studebaker. The museum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. It closes for major holidays.
Classic and antique car museums are found in just about every state in the nation. If seeing fully restored models appeals, these venues provide an alternative to car shows and most are open nearly every day of the year.
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