{"id":14787,"date":"2026-03-19T20:08:41","date_gmt":"2026-03-19T20:08:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/studebakermuseum.org\/?post_type=tribe_events&#038;p=14787"},"modified":"2026-03-19T20:10:49","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T20:10:49","slug":"frank-lloyd-wright-the-automobile","status":"publish","type":"tribe_events","link":"https:\/\/studebakermuseum.org\/event\/frank-lloyd-wright-the-automobile\/","title":{"rendered":"Frank Lloyd Wright &#038; The Automobile"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">This presentation explores Frank Lloyd Wright\u2019s deep appreciation for the automobile as both a symbol of personal freedom and an extension of innovative design. Wright saw the rise of the automobile as a transformative force\u2014one that enabled greater connection to the natural world while reflecting the same principles of form, function, and beauty that defined his architectural philosophy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">Led by Brandon J. Anderson, Executive Director &amp; CEO of the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum, this presentation examines Wright\u2019s lifelong fascination with automobiles, highlighting both his personal experiences and the influence of automotive design on his broader creative vision.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">Attendees will gain insight into Wright\u2019s admiration for the Cord L-29\u2014a vehicle he praised for its harmonious proportions and logical beauty\u2014as well as his ownership of other distinguished marques, including Bentley, Jaguar, Packard, Cadillac, and Mercedes-Benz.<\/p>\n<h3>ABOUT SPEAKER SERIES<\/h3>\n<p><em>The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.studebakermuseum.org\/archives-and-education\/speaker-series\/\">Studebaker Museum Speaker Series<\/a>, presented by the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.studebakermuseum.org\/support\/endowment\/\">Campisi Family Education Fund<\/a>, is held in the Wiekamp Auditorium. Regular Speaker Series admission is $2. Regular admission fees apply to tour the Studebaker National Museum and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.historymuseumsb.org\/\">The History Museum<\/a>. Studebaker National Museum and Campus members are admitted free!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This presentation explores Frank Lloyd Wright\u2019s deep appreciation for the automobile as both a symbol of personal freedom and an extension of innovative design. 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