Current Exhibits
Sirens of Chrome
January 20 - April 1. They have been called models, sex symbols, and eye candy, as well as informative, knowledgeable, and engaging product specials. The fascinating women (and men) of the auto shows, the progression of their role in selling cars and the distinctly human presence that makes the auto show unique is the focus of this new exhibit, on display through April 1st.
This exhibit takes visitors on a visual joyride through auto show history and features a treasure trove of rare images of turn-of-the-century goddesses, 1950s sex symbols, and today’s highly trained specialists, The exhibit showcases posters and photographs of human hood ornaments, fast cars, and vintage auto show fashions.
Be sure to stop by the Museum Store to pick up your copy of “Sirens of Chrome: The Enduring Allure of Auto Show Models”, which served as a muse for the exhibition.
Never Been Kissed:The Museum’s Unrestored Originals
November 16, 2011- May 13, 2012. Experience vehicles that have been untouched since new and are still wearing their original paints, interiors and in some cases, even tires! This exhibit features how materials and production methods used in automobile production have changed over the years.
A variety of vehicles are on display, including a 1917 Studebaker Series 18 Touring Car with only 3000 miles and a 1964 Studebaker Daytona Hardtop showing just 19 miles on the odometer. Visitors can also enjoy the Museum’s 1919 Izzer Buggy (the Studebaker Corporation’s last buggy ever built), a 1932 Studebaker Six sedan with only 700 miles, and a 1920 Studebaker Light Six, the first Studebaker automobile built entirely in South Bend.
This special exhibit will be on display until May 13, 2012.
The Presidential Carriage Collection
Ongoing Exhibition. The Studebaker National Museum is home to four of the presidential carriages: The Grant, Harrison, Lincoln and McKinley carriages. Read more.