BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Studebaker National Museum - ECPv6.17.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://studebakermuseum.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Studebaker National Museum REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250521T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250521T150000 DTSTAMP:20250219T170023Z CREATED:20250219T170023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T170023Z UID:10000112-1747834200-1747839600@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:Speaker Series: The Architectural Legacy of the Studebaker Family DESCRIPTION: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 of note\, but also offices\, churches\, and civic buildings. The presentation will dive into buildings that have been lost over time as well as those that still stand today. \n  URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/architectural-legacy/ LOCATION:Wiekamp Auditorium CATEGORIES:Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://studebakermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/P002645.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250416T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250416T150000 DTSTAMP:20250207T205542Z CREATED:20250207T205542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T205542Z UID:10000110-1744810200-1744815600@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:Speaker Series: Remembering the South Bend Toy Company DESCRIPTION: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 iconic toy maker rose to international fame\, broke sales records\, won accolades—and ultimately faced the challenges of changing times and a high-tech toy market. URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/south-bend-toy/ LOCATION:Wiekamp Auditorium CATEGORIES:Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://studebakermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/SBT_1929-Stude-Jr-coaster-ad-cropped.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250319T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250319T150000 DTSTAMP:20250207T205625Z CREATED:20250206T193853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T205625Z UID:10000109-1742391000-1742396400@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:Speaker Series: Landaus\, Tourers and Broughams\, Oh My! DESCRIPTION: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.  \nThe 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 a closer look at several of Studebaker’s most iconic body styles\, the 1932-33 St. Regis Brougham\, the 1947-52 Starlight Coupe and the 1952-54 Starliner Hardtop.     URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/speaker-series-landaus-tourers-and-broughams-oh-my/ LOCATION:Wiekamp Auditorium CATEGORIES:Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://studebakermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Studebaker-Calendar-Extras-02.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241120T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241120T150000 DTSTAMP:20241017T181413Z CREATED:20241017T181413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T181413Z UID:10000097-1732109400-1732114800@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:A Hero of Two Worlds: The Life\, Time & Travels of the Marquis de Lafayette DESCRIPTION:November 20 \nHero of Two Worlds: The Life\, Times & Travels of the Marquis de Lafayette \nJoin Studebaker National Museum curator Kyle Sater for an in-depth look at the life and legacy of one the heroes of the Revolutionary era—the Marquis de Lafayette—and his triumphant return to the U.S. for a “farewell tour” in 1824. And make sure to check out Lafayette’s carriage\, the centerpiece in a new special exhibition Liberty’s Legacy: Lafayette’s Farewell Tour. URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/marquis-de-lafayette/ LOCATION:Wiekamp Auditorium CATEGORIES:Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://studebakermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/L200_carriage-exhibit-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241109T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241109T120000 DTSTAMP:20241108T195250Z CREATED:20240829T182041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T195250Z UID:10000094-1731148200-1731153600@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:Lincoln & Thanksgiving: The History Behind The Holiday DESCRIPTION:Join the Museum on Saturday\, November 9th\, as we host President Abraham Lincoln\, portrayed by renowned re-enactor Kevin Wood\, and his program: Lincoln and Thanksgiving! \nWood’s program brings history to life with the captivating story of how Thanksgiving became a national tradition during his presidency. Dive into the backdrop of the Civil War as Lincoln recounts his pivotal Thanksgiving proclamation\, and discover the inspiring tale of Sarah Josepha Hale\, the determined writer who championed the creation of this cherished holiday. This engaging program is perfect for all ages and serves as a powerful reminder that\, even in the face of challenges\, we can always find reasons to give thanks! \nBe sure to stick around after the program is finished for a special “behind the ropes” photo opportunity with President Lincoln and his carriage! \nTickets for this program are required and can be found here! \nIn-person tickets will be available for purchase on Saturday\, November 9th. \nAdult Members- $7 \nAdult Non-Members- $12 \nChildren 16 & under- Free! \n  URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/lincoln-thanksgiving-the-history-behind-the-holiday/ LOCATION:Wiekamp Auditorium CATEGORIES:Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://studebakermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Lincoln-Turkey-smaller-3.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR