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If Cars Could Talk – Classic Brightwork
There are many chapters to the story of the automobile. If cars could talk, they might just share stories we never imagined. Each month, our speaker will pick a car and offer a fascinating peek into its history. Join us the first Tuesday of each month, and explore the story of cars with Museum curators, staff, or local personalities over lunch. Back by popular demand, Doug McDonnell will discuss the art of automotive “brightwork” such as chrome designs, emblems, hood…
Find out moreRace Night at ACM
Put your racing skills to the test every second Thursday of the month in the Speed Zone at ACM! Our CXC racing simulators are linked together to provide a realistic racing experience against other drivers. Compete on famous tracks such as: Darlington, Daytona, Dover and more!
Find out moreCruise-In at ACM
Cruise into ACM on the second Thursday of each month April through October, rain or shine on ACM’s Haub Family Field! Cruise-Ins at ACM are FREE, family-friendly and no pre-registration is required! Enjoy music by DJ Fred, BBQ by Gravediggers, popcorn by Queen of Pop, free coffee and cookies, and enter to win a door prize and/or People’s Choice award!
Find out moreEducator Night at the Museum
Every year, Tacoma area museums come together to host Educator Night at the Museum, an exciting opportunity for area educators to relax and mingle while learning more about the resources and programs offered by prominent organizations in the Puget Sound area. Educators are invited to discover engaging, innovative, standards-based ways to bring the arts, social studies, science and other subjects into their classrooms or opportunities to bring their students out into the community! Register online to attend.
Find out moreFamily STEM Day – Automotive Design & Engineering
Design, build, tinker, and learn together as you explore the world of automobiles and its relation to science, technology, engineering, and math. On the third Saturday of each month, you and your child, grandchild, or family can spend quality time together exploring activities available in the Education Studio and Family Zone. Meet members of the University of Washington’s Formula Motorsports team and check out their new T27 car on display. Be inspired by their passion for automotive design and engineering.…
Find out moreIf Cars Could Talk – Charles Chayne
There are many chapters to the story of the automobile. If cars could talk, they might just share stories we never imagined. Each month, our speaker will pick a car and offer a fascinating peek into its history. Join us the first Tuesday of each month, and explore the story of cars with Museum curators, staff, or local personalities over lunch. ACM Docent Doug Wolford will speak on Charles Chayne’s accomplishments as Buick’s Chief Engineer from 1936-1951. Joining the program…
Find out moreRace Night at ACM
Put your racing skills to the test every second Thursday of the month in the Speed Zone at ACM! Our CXC racing simulators are linked together to provide a realistic racing experience against other drivers. Compete on famous tracks such as: Darlington, Daytona, Dover and more! Race Nights are open to members, friends and the general public! Teams are also welcome to join in on the fun. $5 Museum members; $10 non-members. All ages welcome* *Young children may be too…
Find out moreFamily STEM Day: 3D Printing and Automobiles
Design, build, tinker, and learn together as you explore the world of automobiles and its relation to science, technology, engineering, and math. On the third Saturday of each month, you and your child, grandchild, or family can spend quality time together exploring activities available in the Education Studio and Family Zone. FabLab, a local prototyping and technology workshop, will demonstrate how the automotive field is impacted by the use of 3D printers. Watch a 3D printer in action and learn…
Find out moreIf Cars Could Talk
There are many chapters to the story of the automobile. If cars could talk, they might just share stories we never imagined. Each month, our speaker will pick a car and offer a fascinating peek into its history. Join us the first Tuesday of each month, and explore the story of cars with Museum curators, staff, or local personalities over lunch. Free, with Museum admission. Bring a lunch, or enjoy a meal from Classics by Pacific Grill.
Find out moreRace Night at ACM
Put your racing skills to the test every second Thursday of the month in the Speed Zone at ACM! Our CXC racing simulators are linked together to provide a realistic racing experience against other drivers. Compete on famous tracks such as: Darlington, Daytona, Dover and more! Race Nights are open to members, friends and the general public! Teams are also welcome to join in on the fun. $5 Museum members; $10 non-members. All ages welcome* *Young children may be too…
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