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:20160101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190918T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190918T143000 DTSTAMP:20240403T034404Z CREATED:20240403T023702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T034404Z UID:10000008-1568813400-1568817000@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:The Rockne: A Finer\, Greater Automobile DESCRIPTION:Join Studebaker historian Richard Quinn for a look at the Rockne Motor Corporation.  This wholly owned Studebaker subsidiary and its sole product were named for Notre Dame football coach and Studebaker employee Knute Rockne. URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/rockne/ CATEGORIES:Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://studebakermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Rockne1-for-website.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190821T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190821T143000 DTSTAMP:20240403T034406Z CREATED:20240403T023702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T034406Z UID:10000070-1566394200-1566397800@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:From Horses to Horsepower DESCRIPTION:Internal combustion engines in the vehicles that we drive was not always the norm. Renowned automotive historian Robert Casey\, retired Curator of Transportation at The Henry Ford Museum\, will take us through this history.  He will explore the triumph of internal combustion over steam and electric.  Through these conversations\, we will learn what it was that attracted new automobile drivers\, what it was like to drive these cars\, and how diverse the early market truly was. URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/from-horses-to-horsepower/ CATEGORIES:Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://studebakermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Model-9503-spec-sheet-cat-238-Robert-Casey-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190717T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190717T140000 DTSTAMP:20240403T034408Z CREATED:20240403T023702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T034408Z UID:10000071-1563370200-1563372000@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:A Landmark Revival DESCRIPTION:Join a panel of local history professionals as they discuss a trio of historic preservation revivals. Tim Corcoran and Elicia Feasel will cover the Lafayette building’s history and renovation; Vicki McIntire will review the Studebaker Fountain’s return to the community; and Todd Zeiger will present on the West Washington Historic District’s Kizer House. Each of these projects was in jeopardy of being lost forever but have been rescued and returned to the City’s historic landscape. URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/a-landmark-revival/ CATEGORIES:Speaker Series END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190619T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190619T143000 DTSTAMP:20240403T034410Z CREATED:20240403T023702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T034410Z UID:10000072-1560951000-1560954600@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:Studebaker's Lost Landmarks DESCRIPTION:Join Studebaker National Museum Archivist Andrew Beckman for a look at bygone Studebaker commercial\, industrial and residential structures and architecture. URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/studebakers-lost-landmarks/ CATEGORIES:Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://studebakermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Carriage-factory-c.1870-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190515T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190515T143000 DTSTAMP:20240403T034412Z CREATED:20240403T023702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T034412Z UID:10000073-1557927000-1557930600@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:Gordon Buehrig: His Rolling Sculptures DESCRIPTION:Gordon Buehrig’s career as an automotive stylist spanned numerous automotive creations\, from the Stutz Lemans racer to the radical TASCO.  Jon Bill\, retired Curator of the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum\, will lead an exploration of Buehrig’s career.  Gordon’s career hit a high-note during his time with Auburn Auto Co. and Duesenberg\, before he moved on to work for Raymond Loewy Assoc. and ultimately Ford.  Join us on May 15 to learn about his lasting contributions to the automotive design world. URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/gordon-buehrig-his-rolling-sculptures/ CATEGORIES:Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://studebakermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/810-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190417T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190417T150000 DTSTAMP:20240403T034415Z CREATED:20240403T023702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T034415Z UID:10000074-1555507800-1555513200@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:Streamlined: The Studebaker Connection DESCRIPTION:The special exhibition Streamlined: Style in Motion is a fascinating study of a beautiful design language. The advent of industrial design combined with wind tunnel testing saw the boxy shapes of the 1920s give way to graceful streamlined silhouettes that spread across the entire industry. Streamlined: Style in Motion features some of the landmark automobiles from this period. \nThe eight cars in the exhibition also have an unexpected similarity: each has an intriguing connection to Studebaker. Join us as Aaron kicks off the 2019 Speaker Series with a look at these fascinating connections through the Studebaker lens. URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/streamlined-the-studebaker-connection/ CATEGORIES:Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://studebakermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/IMG_7636-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181114T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181114T150000 DTSTAMP:20240403T034420Z CREATED:20240403T023702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T034420Z UID:10000076-1542202200-1542207600@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:President Abraham Lincoln and General Ulysses S. Grant: Live at the Studebaker DESCRIPTION:President Abraham Lincoln and General Ulysses S. Grant will provide fascinating insight as they discuss their respective roles during the Civil War. \nThe Studebaker Museum Speaker Series is held in the Wiekamp Auditorium. Regular lecture admission is $2. Regular admission fees apply to tour the Studebaker National Museum and The History Museum. Studebaker National Museum and Campus members are admitted free! URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/president-abraham-lincoln-and-general-ulysses-s-grant-live-at-the-studebaker/ CATEGORIES:Speaker Series END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181017T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181017T143000 DTSTAMP:20240403T034422Z CREATED:20240403T023702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T034422Z UID:10000077-1539783000-1539786600@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:Ten Cars that Changed the World: Ford Model T and Ford Mustang DESCRIPTION:Explore the history of two iconic vehicles that are a part of our current Ten Cars that Changed the World exhibition. The Ford Model T put the world on wheels by selling 15 million units from 1908-27\, and revolutionized mass production and worker compensation in the process. The Ford Mustang touched off another revolution in 1964 with its sporty looks\, attractive price\, and brilliant marketing campaign. The Mustang remains in production today with the 10 millionth car built just this year. Matt Anderson\, Curator of Transportation at The Henry Ford\, talks about both of these influential vehicles and their places in automotive history. URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/ten-cars-that-changed-the-world-ford-model-t-and-ford-mustang/ CATEGORIES:Speaker Series END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180919T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180919T143000 DTSTAMP:20240403T034425Z CREATED:20240403T023702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T034425Z UID:10000078-1537363800-1537367400@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:Buildings of Champions: Studebaker’s Production Facilities DESCRIPTION:The Studebaker National Museum’s Archivist\, Andy Beckman\, will explore the facilities and structures that allowed Studebaker to build their automobiles. More details coming soon. URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/buildings-of-champions-studebakers-production-facilities/ CATEGORIES:Speaker Series END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180815T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180815T143000 DTSTAMP:20240403T034427Z CREATED:20240403T023702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T034427Z UID:10000079-1534339800-1534343400@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:The Volkswagen Beetle: From Hitler to Hippie to Icon DESCRIPTION:From the rubble of the bombed out “Strength Through Joy” German factory to worldwide automotive icon\, how did the funny little vehicle that was once scorned as having “more faults than a dog has fleas” end up becoming one of the ten most important automobiles of all time?  This visually illustrated talk will focus not on the technical aspects of the Volkswagen but rather on the various personalities that made the car the legend it was to become.  The presenter is Dr. Ed Garten\, Vice-President of the Society of Automotive Historians and Dean Emeritus & Professor at The University of Dayton. URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/the-volkswagen-beetle-from-hitler-to-hippie-to-icon/ CATEGORIES:Speaker Series END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180718T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180718T143000 DTSTAMP:20240403T034429Z CREATED:20240403T023702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T034429Z UID:10000080-1531920600-1531924200@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:The Jeep in World War II DESCRIPTION:Join us as Col. H. Donald Capps U.S. Army\, Retired\, leads us on a photographic exploration of the Jeep during the War in all its various roles. This presentation will cover the Jeep from its birth\, which is still a controversial topic\, to its early development and on to its nearly ubiquitous role on the Allied side of the War. Photographs will highlight women in Jeeps\, Jeeps and airplanes\, Jeeps and generals\, and the follow up vehicles to the Jeep in the US military. URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/the-jeep-in-world-war-ii/ CATEGORIES:Speaker Series END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180620T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180620T143000 DTSTAMP:20240403T034431Z CREATED:20240403T023702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T034431Z UID:10000081-1529501400-1529505000@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:How Cars Changed America DESCRIPTION:Join us as Studebaker National Museum Curator Aaron Warkentin explores how the automobile has forever changed the social landscape of the United States.  From the interstate highway system to gas stations\, the car is an integral part of America’s social fabric and almost impossible to live without.  Learn about the many wonders and conundrums the automobile has created for Americans. URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/how-cars-changed-america/ CATEGORIES:Speaker Series END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180516T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180516T143000 DTSTAMP:20240403T034434Z CREATED:20240403T023702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T034434Z UID:10000082-1526477400-1526481000@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:Hoosier Horsepower from the Motor City: Studebaker's Detroit\, Michigan\, Operations DESCRIPTION:Detroit\, Michigan\, has been recognized as the “Motor City” the world over for its profound impact on the automotive industry.  Lesser known is the tale of how Detroit was home to Studebaker automobile production for nearly three decades.  Join renowned automotive historian Robert Casey\, retired Curator of Transportation at The Henry Ford Museum\, as he explores Studebaker’s Detroit automotive origins and its ties to the Henry Ford and his famous Model “T”.  Mr. Casey will also discuss Studebaker’s decision to leave Detroit and centralize all automobile production in South Bend. URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/hoosier-horsepower-from-the-motor-city-studebakers-detroit-michigan-operations/ CATEGORIES:Speaker Series END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180315T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180315T143000 DTSTAMP:20240403T034437Z CREATED:20240403T023702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T034437Z UID:10000083-1521120600-1521124200@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:Stealing Cars: From the Model T to the Gran Torino DESCRIPTION:Hide your keys! Join us as John Heitmann\, Chair of the History Department at the University of Dayton\, dives into the topic of auto theft in the United States. URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/stealing-cars-model-t-gran-torino/ CATEGORIES:Speaker Series END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171115T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171115T143000 DTSTAMP:20240403T034441Z CREATED:20240403T023702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T034441Z UID:10000085-1510752600-1510756200@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:Automotive Masterpieces: What is a Classic? DESCRIPTION:Automotive Historian and Scholar Matt Short will examine the exclusive world of “Classic Era” automobiles and how this distinction is bestowed.  Mr. Short will also review Studebaker’s accredited classic models as well as some of other notable cars of this era. URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/automotive-masterpieces-what-is-a-classic/ CATEGORIES:Speaker Series END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171018T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171018T143000 DTSTAMP:20240403T034439Z CREATED:20240403T023702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T034439Z UID:10000084-1508333400-1508337000@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:Studebaker Commercial Vehicles: The "Haul" of Fame DESCRIPTION:Join Studebaker National Museum Archivist Andrew Beckman for a look at Studebaker’s long history of commercial vehicle production.  The presentation will begin with Studebaker’s electric vehicles from the 1900s and continue through to the last Studebaker trucks built. URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/studebaker-commercial-vehicles-the-haul-of-fame/ CATEGORIES:Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://studebakermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/sollitt-mseries-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170920T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170920T143000 DTSTAMP:20240403T034444Z CREATED:20240403T023702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T034444Z UID:10000086-1505914200-1505917800@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:James Lafayette: Invisible Spy DESCRIPTION:Kate Egner Gruber\, Curator for the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation in Williamsburg\, Virginia\, will share about the lasting friendship of James Lafayette and the Marquis de Lafayette.  Learn about the exciting story of James Lafayette\, the Virginia slave who left his master to serve the Marquis de Lafayette on the eve of the Siege of Yorktown. The Marquis de Lafayette’ carriage\, owned by the Studebaker National Museum\, is now on display at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown.  Learn about these two incredible stories at our September Public Program. \n  URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/lafayettes-carriage/ CATEGORIES:Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://studebakermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Studebaker-Studebaker-0073-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170823T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170823T143000 DTSTAMP:20240403T034446Z CREATED:20240403T023702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T034446Z UID:10000087-1503495000-1503498600@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:Total Performance: Ford's Racing Program in the 1960s DESCRIPTION:Matt Anderson\, Curator of Transportation at The Henry Ford Museum\, will share the story behind Ford’s racing campaigns of the 1960s including a close look at Ford’s successful Le Mans program. \nPhoto Credit: 1967 Ford Mark IV race car\, which won the 24 Hour of Le Mans 50 years ago in June. From the collections of The Henry Ford. URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/total-performance-fords-racing-program-in-the-1960s/ CATEGORIES:Speaker Series END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170719T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170719T143000 DTSTAMP:20240403T034448Z CREATED:20240403T023702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T034448Z UID:10000088-1500471000-1500474600@studebakermuseum.org SUMMARY:Snippets of South Bend DESCRIPTION:Join three local history professionals as they discuss their favorite aspects of area history.\n\n\n \n\n\nThe Presenters:\n\n\nAndy Beckman\, Archivist\, Studebaker National Museum\n\n\nElicia Feasel\, Director\, Historic Preservation Commission\n\n\nTodd Zeiger\, Executive Director\, Indiana Landmarks Northern Regional Office.\n\n\n \n\n\nPublic programs are free for members and $2 for non-members\, and the program will be held in the Wiekamp Auditorium. Regular admission fees apply to tour the Studebaker National Museum and The History Museum. URL:https://studebakermuseum.org/event/snippets-of-south-bend/ CATEGORIES:Speaker Series END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR