Embark on the Museum's newest offering, "Hidden Treasures: Archives Tour", an experience where guests gain exclusive access to all levels of our Archives. This guided tour offers an in-depth look at the vital work behind preserving history. Guests will learn the role of an Archivist and the meticulous process of preserving historical documents and drawings. […]
Calling all Girl Scouts! Join The Studebaker National Museum for an exciting, hands-on workshop where you’ll explore the fascinating world of car design and mechanics. Earn your Mechanical Engineering Badge by diving into the principles of motion, speed, and structure as you create your very own model car. From brainstorming to building, you’ll discover the […]
Join Studebaker National Museum Archivist, Andrew Beckman, at 1:30pm on Wednesday, March 19th, for, “Landaus, Tourers and Broughams, Oh My! ” a look at the history behind Studebaker body styles and coachwork. The presentation will review coachbuilding’s horse-drawn era roots and examine Studebaker and industry design and technological developments from 1910’s-1950s. Also featured will be […]
From croquet sets and baseball bats to doll carriages and record-breaking wagons, the South Bend Toy Company once ruled as a global toy titan. But behind the success were fiery factory disasters, wartime contributions, and a remarkable legacy of craftsmanship. Join author and historian Aaron Helman on Wednesday, April 16, as he uncovers how this […]
Step back into the glitz and glamour of the roaring twenties! 🥂✨ The Studebaker Museum and The History Museum invite you to our second annual Bootlegger’s Bash on Friday, April 25th from 6-10pm. Experience the high energy of a Gatsby-style soirée with live jazz from The Blackhawk Broadcasters, handcrafted cocktails featuring spirits from Journeyman […]
Join us from 8-10am on Saturday, May 3rd, in the Museum Campus parking lot, for the opportunity to enjoy a cup of coffee (and donut!) with incredible cars from the community. This month's featured club will be the Michiana Brits, but we welcome all marques, models and years of vehicles! Special thanks to our presenting […]
Join the Museum Wednesday, May 21st, as Indiana Landmarks Director, Todd Zeiger, speaks on the lasting architectural legacy of the Studebaker family. Zeiger's talk will explore the many buildings the Studebakers built in South Bend and other cities, as well as the notable architects they retained for the designs. The brothers not only constructed homes […]
🏁Studebaker fans, start your engines!🏁 Celebrate Carburetion Day with a ride back in time featuring Museum Archivist Andrew Beckman and Curator Kyle Sater. On Friday, May 23rd, from 12pm-1pm, join us for a car-side chat highlighting the 1933 Studebaker Special #34. The Museum will provide an exciting look at, and inside the #34 car – also shown will be […]
Rev Up Your Summer at the Studebaker National Museum! Join The Riverbend Community Math Center and the Museum for a 4-day Summer of STEM Workshop filled with creativity, innovation, and fun from June 10-13! Perfect for young car enthusiasts and budding inventors, this hands-on program runs from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM each day and […]
It's summer camp season! This three-day summer camp for kids 6 to 11 explores race cars, fossils, and pioneers. On the first day, kids experience fast-paced adventures at the Studebaker National Museum as they explore historic Studebaker vehicles, including a car that raced at the 1933 Indianapolis 500. On the second day, kids discover the nooks and crannies of […]
Join Studebaker National Museum curator, Kyle Sater, for an in-depth look at the history of personal audio and personal transportation—from the earliest days of purpose-built car radios through the streaming age. Make sure to check out the Museum’s related exhibit, Tune In: Cars in Popular Music, after the lecture.
Join us from 8-10am on Saturday, July 5th, in the Museum Campus parking lot, for the opportunity to enjoy a cup of coffee (and donut!) with incredible cars from the community. This month's featured clubs will be the St. Joe Valley Street Rods and the South Bend Region Sports Car Club of America, but we […]
