Peter H. Bauer, Professor of Electrical Engineering at the University of Notre Dame, joins us to take our electric car exhibition into the 21st century. This presentation discusses current and future trends in electrical transportation, with a particular focus on battery-powered electric vehicles. The industry is currently undergoing a revolution not seen since the end […]
The Antique Studebaker Club International Meet will be held in South Bend from May 2-4, 2022. Hotel rooms are now sold out at the Comfort Suites Hotel, but some are still available at the SpringHill Suites. For more information or to register, visit the Antique Studebaker Club Website This year's meet will feature several driving […]
The 58rd Annual Studebaker Drivers Club International Meet will be held in South Bend from May 4-7, 2022. The week will culminate with an Open Car Show at the St. Joseph County 4-H Fairgrounds. For more information on the meet, visit the SDC Meet Website. Events Open to the Public Wednesday, May 4 at 5:30pm […]
In the late 1800's, the railroads drove the need for high quality, accurate timepieces. By 1900, American manufactures were producing what were arguably the best watches in the world. The South Bend Watch Company came into existence in 1902 when a number of local business men, including members of the Studebaker family, purchased the Columbus […]
South Bend’s early history is defined by the confluence and intersection of transportation: by river, by train, and by road. Rivers, rails, and highways provided ready access to power and natural resources, faraway markets for the sale of manufactured goods, as well as leisure in the form of entertainment and excursions. The manufactories founded along […]
Join us for a race like no other! The Great Race is the world’s premiere old car rally, and the Studebaker National Museum and The History Museum will serve as a lunch checkpoint for the more than 120 vintage automobiles and their teams as a part of the Race. Beginning with a Studebaker Hawk at […]
About Junior Judging Junior Judging is the perfect opportunity during our Concours d'Elegance at Copshaholm for budding car enthusiasts! Do you have children in your life interested in learning more about cars? Hagerty Junior Judging is open to participants ages 6-14. Participants will learn more about some of the cars in our show, have the chance […]
Studebaker National Museum Archivist Andrew Beckman will take an in-depth look at America’s Most Advanced Automobile, the Studebaker Avanti. This presentation will review its 4,643-car production run, including sales data analysis of the most popular options and accessories as well as a look at the rare and unique Avantis. The talk will also examine the […]
Doors open at 6:00pm with the lecture from 6:30pm-7:30pm. The Museum will be open until 8:30pm after the lecture. 2022 has been a tough year to purchase any car due to continuing supply chain woes, and high gas prices have sparked more intense demand for fuel efficient and electric vehicles. Yet 2022 is also a […]
Smithsonian magazine has designated Saturday, September 17, 2022, as the 18th annual Museum Day, an initiative in which participating museums across the United States open their doors for free to those who download a branded ticket. The annual event allows museums, zoos and cultural centers from all 50 states to emulate the spirit of the […]
One hundred years ago, Ford Motor Company purchased struggling luxury automaker Lincoln Motor Company. The $8 million deal saved Lincoln from closing, and it expanded Ford's lineup beyond the economical Model T. Over the next 20 years, Edsel Ford guided Lincoln Motor Company with a simple but highly personal vision: "Father made the most popular car in the world. I […]
Hosts Steven Haines & Brad Emberton cordially invite you to an exclusive five-course Wine Dinner featuring Paul Hobbs Winery. For your dining pleasure, Chef de Cuisine Brad Curtis of LaSalle Grill has planned a sumptuous dinner menu, paired with celebrated vintages. Contact Jo McCoy at 574-235-9714 with questions. All proceeds to benefit the Studebaker National […]
