May.22.2009
Ask someone just what constitutes a “sports car” and you are bound to receive a wide variety of answers. Some will identify with performance oriented cars like Chevrolet’s Corvette or anything built by the likes of Lamborghini, Alfa-Romeo, Ferrari and a host of other companies that reside chiefly in Europe and offer seating for two. Some will include muscular cars like the Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Camaro and Dodge Challenger in this group, arguing that their back seat is more of a luggage compartment than actual seating for additional passengers. Ask a car enthusiast, particularly one who is into racing and they will tell you that a true sports car is a purpose-built two-seater with a history of success in motor racing. The Antique Auto Museum in Hershey has its own take on the subject and is hosting a spectacular 28 car exhibition covering a sixty-year history of sports cars in America.
May.19.2009
No one knows exactly when the first motorcycle race took place, but many believe it was when the second motorcycle was built. It’s just that kind of vehicle. Its speed, power, and maneuverability often bring out the competitive edge and fun-loving nature of its rider, and when two get together, that’s enough to make a race. And it’s always been that way. Since their inception late in the 19th century, motorcycles have been both purpose-built and modified for competitive use, a fact that will be celebrated by the Antique Motorcycle Club of America (AMCA) in its next exhibit at the Antique Automobile Club of America Museum at Hershey, Pennsylvania.
May.2.2009
Museum Set to Receive Landmark Donation
1929 Model A Ford Roadster left to Museum by Original Owner
Car to Arrive on Saturday, May 2nd at 2:00 pm
Do you wish you still had your first car? Southeastern Pennsylvanian, Frank Hartmaier never had this regret because he kept his new 1929 Ford for 80 years! While some drivers think back nostalgically and yearn for their first ride, the reality for most people is much different. For many, their first vehicle was an object of necessity purchased with scraped-together funds and maintained on a shoe-string budget. It was a utilitarian object used to get you to work and sometimes for fun, but it was rarely the car of your dreams. The first car was, and continues to be, a right of passage, a stepping stone to bigger and better things.
Friends and family members have detailed the Model A and made all the arrangements for its delivery to the Museum. It will join our collection at 2:00 PM on Saturday, May 2nd with a small dedication and ceremony that is open to the press and any museum visitors who are present.
Apr.1.2009
The SkillsUSA Pennsylvania Leadership and Skill Conference is scheduled April 1-3, 2009 in Hershey, Pennsylvania. A total of 1,600 participants travel from across the state – from Erie to Philadelphia to participate in leadership and skill competitions. Students in Photography and Television Production will be using the AACA Museum in Hershey as their backdrop for photos and filming during the afternoon of April 1st with the winners being awarded on Friday, April 3rd. The winning competitors who have placed first in this local region competition will go onto compete at the National SkillsUSA Championships in Kansas City, MO on June 24-25.
Mar.23.2009
Visitors come to the AACA Museum from all over to see a wonderful collection of antique vehicles and ever-changing special exhibitions. That love of all things automotive is also the driving force that brings our many volunteers through the front door each and every day. From March 23 – May 10 the AACA Museum is recognizing its volunteers and their automotive passion with a special exhibition, “Cars of our Stars.”
Mar.14.2009
On Saturday and Sunday, March 14 & 15, the Antique Automobile Club of America Museum at Hershey will host a Community Weekend, offering $5.00 admission to everyone!
Jan.30.2009
Hershey, PA (1/30/09). The Antique Automobile Club of America Museum in Hershey PA welcomes Troy Trepanier on February 20, 2009 for a special evening; a gathering of gearheads. This event is celebration of a current special exhibit that features Treasures from the Three Dog Garage. The centerpiece of this collection is “First Love,” a custom designed 1936 Ford 3 window coupe that won the prestigious Ridler Award at the Detroit Autorama in 2007. First Love was designed and built by Troy Trepanier at Rad Rides by Troy, a world renowned custom car build shop.
The AACA Museum is excited to welcome Troy to the Museum for a special appearance on Friday, February 20th, 2009, call 717-566-7100 ext. 101 for more information.
Dec.4.2008
Holly Bedsole is passionate about promoting and preserving the history and future of automobiles which is perfect for her new role as Executive Director of the AACA Museum in Hershey, Pennslyvania. Holly was selected for this position by the AACA Board of Directors following a nationwide search.
Nov.15.2008
All Aboard! A custom train display is scheduled to roll out at the Antique Auto Museum at Hershey on November 15, 2008. It’s yet another opportunity to cruise through time – on rails -- at the AACA Museum during the holiday season.
Travel back in time as these locomotives take you to “Tuckerville, USA” the Museum’s vision of small-town America in the 1950s. There are stores, factories, shops, a farm, and a railroad yard that features an automated turntable and locomotive repair shop. Other automated features include a gas station, Ford garage, a Drive-In restaurant and construction site complete with bulldozers. For our younger visitors, Thomas the Tank Engine is a popular attraction. Tuckerville is surrounded by rails, on which run a variety of vintage model trains manufactured by Lionel and Williams, Rail King and now Bachmann in a combination of O-gauge and HO-gauge sizes.
Nov.3.2008
The AACA Museum is again teaming up with Carry the Light Ministries of Mechanicsburg to help sponsor a Food & Toy “DRIVE”. The goal of the “DRIVE” will be to provide about 50 (hopefully more) needy families in the community with groceries and toys to help throughout the holiday season. An antique pick up truck is parked in the Museum’s lobby and we’re looking to fill the truck with items for families in need.
