Hear about Luke Rizzuto's driving adventures on the World Auto Tour in 2008 and 2014. After successfully recreating and completing the United States leg of the 1908 Automobile Great Race on its 100th anniversary in 2008, Luke then meticulously planned the 2nd leg and completed that in 2014. He will be presenting photos and stories […]
Join America’s Car Museum as we read Women at the Wheel: A Century of Buying, Driving, and Fixing Cars by Katherine J. Parkin. "In Women at the Wheel, Katherine J. Parkin illuminates the social implications of as uninterested in automobiles and, more perniciously, as poor drivers] and shows how they have little basis in historical […]
From car parts to medical devices, toys to tools, the possibilities are endless with 3D printing! Join us to explore the history of 3D printing, see a few 3D printers in action, familiarize yourself with computer automated design (CAD) software, and learn about the world of biofuels and the development of bio-compostable materials. Design, build, […]
PURCHASE TICKETS Join us for a night of live music, gourmet bites, and tastings from distilleries, wineries, and breweries. Celebrate our new 75 Years of Porsche exhibit as we dance, drink, eat, and party through the past seven decades. Enjoy live music from the '50s all the way to current day, paired with food and […]
The use of renewable forms of energy is a major focus for today’s engineers, especially within the automotive world. Wind power is one of the simplest and least expensive sources of renewable energy. Today we’ll be using craft supplies and recycled materials to design, build and race wind-powered model cars, as we explore how wind […]
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. KEEP AN EYE ON OUR EVENT CALENDAR FOR A FUTURE DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED. Young drivers (15-18) are invited to join the Education and Collections Departments at LeMay – America’s Car Museum for a workshop highlighting the necessary and oftentimes overlooked aspects of being a new driver! ACM team members […]
DRIVEN BY DESIGN GARDEN CLUB OF AMERICA FLOWER SHOW Presented by The Tacoma Garden Club Hosted by LeMay – America’s Car Museum Included with your Museum admission or Museum membership at no extra cost! Friday, May 12, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday, May 13 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Garden Speakers: Marianne […]
Join ACM at Griot's Garage on Saturday, May 13 from 10AM - 1PM as we hang out with our local Tacoma Police Department for their Cars & Cops car show! This event benefits local food pantries in Pierce County. Those attending the car show are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to donate if possible. […]
In the land of designer logos, the hood ornament holds a unique place. The identity of the car could be found in the hood ornament, also known as Motor Mascots. The refined artwork in a motor mascot reflected movements in society and stylistic eras. Manufacturers put serious thought into these miniature symbols of their brands. […]
Celebrate Mom in automotive fashion this year by taking her to ACM for Mother’s Day! The first 50 Mothers to visit the Museum on Mother’s Day will receive their choice of a complimentary bouquet of tulips or a pair of ACM sunglasses! Use code 10MOM to save 10% on any level of Museum membership when […]
