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PRECIOUS METAL
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31 YEARS AGO
1913 STANLEY MOUNTAIN WAGON Early “hotel shuttle”
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
CONTENTS FEATURES 5 1913 STANLEY (STEAM) 810 MOUNTAIN WAGON
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2019 HISTORY SYMPOSIUM IN REVIEW
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31 YEARS AGO
14 NEVADA SPACE CENTER’S RENO SPACE FEST
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COVER PHOTO The Museum’s 1937 Hispano-Suiza Type J 12 Berline/Le Tourneur et Marchand by Jeff Dow
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DEPARTMENTS
FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
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AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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STAFF ON THE MOVE
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MUSEUM ON THE MOVE
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MUSEUM STORE
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THANKS A MILLION
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NEW MEMBERS
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EDITOR Jackie L. Frady PRINTING SERVICES A. Carlisle GRAPHIC DESIGN Grace Lark Design Precious Metal is a benefit to members and is published by the National Automobile Museum The Harrah Collection 10 South Lake Street Reno, NV 89501-1558 (775) 333-9300 Fax (775) 333-9309 www.automuseum.org info@automuseum.org Materials in this publication cannot be reproduced or utilized without written permission of the National Automobile Museum (The Harrah Collection). J U LY 2 0 1 9 N A T I O N A L A U T O M O B I L E M U S E U M 3
JACKIE L. FRADY
F RO M THE E XEC UT IVE DIR E CTOR A T R I P D O WN ME M O RY L ANE
This year is quickly passing. We completed our midyear assessment of staff development plans and 2019 goals, as well as outcomes that have had a significant, positive impact on the Museum. That prompted a series of thank you letters to businesses and organizations that have supported our efforts with important contributions and services. It reminded us once again of our good fortune. Every day contributions are received; services are donated; memberships are renewed; many share their time, expertise and talents; and people come from near and far to visit the Museum. Rarely do we look back. Our focus is on what’s ahead during the balance of the year, in 2020 and beyond. One of our most exciting achievements coming up is the Museum’s 30th Anniversary that will be celebrated in November. Because of this milestone, we have been looking back. We’re adding notable events, activities and achievements to a 30-year timeline that will be published in the special anniversary edition of Precious Metal. In addition, I’ve been reviewing past issues of newsletters and bulletins to share with you. In the March 2019 edition of Precious Metal, we reprinted articles from 1989 and this issue has articles from 1988 when the pressure was on to open a new museum the following year. Through this step into the past, I’ve been reminded of my good fortune. I have worked on the museum project since our nonprofit organization was formed in 1981. Its goal was to save a portion of the automobiles from Harrah’s Automobile Collection and build a new museum. Little did I know this would have a profound impact on my personal life. In 1988, Executive Director Will Ray attended a presentation by the Reno-Sparks Convention & Visitors Authority about upcoming events. One was a Firemen’s Muster to be hosted by the California Firemen’s Muster Association with muster competitions in downtown Reno on Virginia Street. This captured his interest. I had a reputation that if there was a project you didn’t know what do with or you didn’t know how to accomplish, give it to Jackie. Yes, Will assigned the project to me – the Museum will enter and participate in this Firemen’s Muster. I eagerly agreed, returned to my desk and said to myself, what in the world is a Firemen’s Muster. I flipped through my rolodex (early contact database) and saw the name, Steve Frady. He was a Deputy State 4 N A T I O N A L A U T O M O B I L E M U S E U M J U LY 2 0 1 9
Fire Marshal and served on the Board of Directors of the Comstock Firemen’s Museum. In the 1980s, the Firemen’s Museum had a long-term loan of a trailer from Harrah’s Automobile Collection – the reason for his entry in my rolodex. I quickly called Steve, explained my dilemma, and asked if he knew about musters. To my “good fortune” he happened to serve on the Board of Directors of the California Firemen’s Muster Association. He trained, coached and participated on the Museum’s team. While I was reading through past issues of newsletters and bulletins I came across a long-forgotten article written by Will Ray. I hope you enjoy reading Will’s recap of our muster experience in 1988. Excerpt from “Express News” October 1988
WET AND WILD
By then Executive Director Will Ray
Where there’s smoke, DON’T call the Museum’s MIRACLE FIRE DEPARTMENT (motto: If We Put Out Your Fire It’s a Miracle). But, in Firemen’s Muster competition this museum crew isn’t half bad. The team is led by Jackie Hawkins [now Jackie Frady] (office manager/hose nozzle person), and includes Chuck Hilton (Controller/hydrant operator), Linda Huntsman (Librarian/hose bed person), non-staffers Steve Frady and Pete Mulvihill, and sometimes parade driver Will Ray (Executive Director). In just three appearances since it was formed in mid-summer, the MIRACLE FIRE DEPARTMENT came in third place twice, second place once, and first place three times in both parade and competition classes. One of the first place finishes was Best of Show (Parade) at Elk Grove, CA, and another was Best of Class at the California State Championships. Equipment for the team is the museum’s 1917 American LaFrance Fire Truck. This brought back wonderful memories and reminded me of my greatest benefit of working with the Museum. Steve and I were married in April 1989, were blessed with a son in 1991, and we’ve had rewarding careers. After I became Executive Director in 1992, I discontinued the Museum’s involvement in mustering as the liability was significant. Steve and I have a beautifully restored 1931 REO/Howe fire truck and competed for many years in this hobby, won many restoration and competition awards and my women’s team even won a California State Championship. Most of all, I met Steve and began a personal journey I never imagined was possible. Thank you, Will Ray.
1913 STANLEY (STEAM) 810 MOUNTAIN WAGON BUILT BY
Stanley Motor Carriage Company Newton, Massachusetts
PRICE WHEN NEW
$2,300
ENGINE
Steam (single expansion)
BORE
4 ½”
STROKE
6 ½”
BOILER CAPACITY
450 psi
The Stanley twins, Francis E. and Freelan O., have been credited with some unusual achievements, including production of the first commercially manufactured violins in the United States, the first practical manufacture of photographic dry plates, and the development of early X-ray equipment. In Newton, Massachusetts, the brothers began experimenting with horseless carriages around 1896 and completed their first steam-powered car in October 1897 and, in August of 1899, they sold their first Stanley steam car. By December of the same year more than 100 orders were received. In 1899 the Automobile Company of America bought out the Stanley brothers. Then in 1901 the Stanley’s bought back their own interests and the Newton plant resumed production in 1902. In 1906, Freelan Stanley moved from Massachusetts to Colorado for health reasons. While recuperating, he built the Stanley Hotel in Estes Park near Lyons, Colorado. To reach the hotel’s beautiful location, Stanley built a road from the Loveland railroad station to Estes Park. He then converted an existing 30-horsepower Stanley steam car into a “mountain wagon” so tourists could be taken directly to the hotel from the station. By 1908, there were seven Stanley Mountain Wagons carrying hotel passengers up and down the steep, winding road. In 1909, the factory offered the Mountain Wagon in sales literature for the first time and they were produced until 1916. The Stanley Motor Carriage Company produced steam vehicles from 1902 to 1924. The Museum’s Mountain Wagon was used in the 50th anniversary of the Civil War in 1913 at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, where more than 50,000 Civil War veterans convened. For ten weeks, it carried thousands of persons over the battlefield.
The Mountain is equipped with gauges on the instrument panel and a hose so the vehicle could stop at any creek and fill up with water. The fixture on the end of the host is known as a “frog screen.”
It was purchased by Harrah’s Automobile Collection for $12,000 in May 1966 and restoration was completed during the summer of 1974. Records indicate the Mountain Wagon participated in two Sun Valley, Idaho, events, the Horseless Carriage Club of America National Tour, July 28 – August 1, 1975, and the Sun Valley Bicentennial in September 1976.
The Mountain Wagon was donated from Harrah’s Club to The Harrah Automobile Foundation in the 1980s. In 1997, it was shown by the Museum at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance and also brought Honorary Judges onto the field for their introduction during opening ceremonies, which included Executive Director Jackie Frady. Museum staff did not have experience in operating steam vehicles and Cal Tinkham, former steam expert with Harrah’s Automobile Collection, was engaged to prepare the vehicle for the Concours and operate it during the event. J U LY 2 0 1 9 N A T I O N A L A U T O M O B I L E M U S E U M 5
STANLEY MOUNTAIN WAGON TRANSPORTATION FOR TOURISTS CAR OF THE MONTH
1913 STANLEY (STEAM) MOUNTAIN WAGON Reprint from Harrah-scope, December 1973. Copyright Harrah’s Club 1973. A publication of Harrah’s in the interest of its employees. As organized tourism became recognized during the early part of this century, resort owners in the more remote areas demanded from the automotive industry a type of vehicle more suitable to their specialized needs than as the average automobile of that time. Prime requirements were a sturdy conveyance having an unusually large passenger capacity, the power and dependability to traverse rugged mountain roads, and economy of operation. Stanley Motor Carriage Company met this need with their 12-passenger, steampowered Mountain Wagon. The patented Stanley engine was the 2-cylinder double-acting locomotive type. Having only 24 moving parts, it required a minimum of adjustment and adequately fulfilled the dependability requirement. Engine location and method of power transmission eliminated the usual low-hanging gear case under the car. Since the lowest clearance points were the high axles, chances of hanging up on unimproved mountain roads were minimized. And, finally, the Stanley’s use of low-priced kerosene for fuel, half that of gasoline, made operating costs quite minimal. Thus, every stipulation was neatly met.
Freelan Oscar Stanley
The story of the Stanley Hotel itself began in 1903 when Yankee inventor Freelan Oscar Stanley arrived in the valley, weak and underweight from the symptoms of consumption. To his amazement, just one season here was enough to restore his health to better than before! Overjoyed, he vowed to return each summer for the rest of his life.
Besides being resort and sightseeing vehicles, the Mountain Wagon was also utilized as a truck since the seats were removable. During 1913-1914, a 1913 Stanley Mountain Wagon reputedly established the first permanent bus lines in the State of Delaware.
One claim to fame that has largely escaped notice is that Stanley “brothers appear to have invented the hotel shuttle bus. “In 1909, F.O. Stanley opened the Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, CO, and needed some people-movers to shuttle guests and luggage about 20 miles from the railway station in nearby Loveland up to his resort.
1909 STANLEY MODEL Z MOUNTAIN WAGON – THE FIRST HOTEL SHUTTLE BUS
According to Carl Bomstead, Sports Car Market.com, January 2019
“Loveland is at about 5,000 feet elevation, while the hotel sits at about 7,500 feet, and most gas-powered cars of the era couldn’t make the climb. So Stanley designed the Mountain Wagon, also known as the Model Z or Model 820, with seating for nine to 12 passengers.The Mountain Wagon was among the largest steam cars ever built, with a wooden frame and Stanley’s largest engine, good for 30 horsepower.
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Stanley Steam Mountain Wagons transported guests to the resort from railroad depots in Loveland, Longmont, and Lyons, Colorado. However, he and his wife Flora were used to the sophistication of East Coast society, and the little community of Estes Park offered little to stimulate and challenge this multi-talented genius. Together, they resolved to build a beautiful grand hotel – and when the Stanley Hotel opened in 1909, the first guests who pulled up in stylish Stanley-designed steam cars were astonished at what they saw. Here in this mountain wilderness, surrounded by the rustic haunts of the hunter and homesteader, was an edifice that withstood comparison to the posh hotels “back east.” Electric lights, telephones, en suite bathrooms, a staff of uniformed servants and a fleet of automobiles were at their disposal. Naturally, Stanley had also done much to develop the burgeoning town. By 1917, it was an official municipality with waterworks, a power plant and civic organizations that were all, in some way, thanks to Stanley.
F.O. Stanley and the Stanley Hotel BIRTHPLACE OF THE STANLEY MOUNTAIN WAGON Estes Valley was once a wild, lonely parkland known only to wandering tribes of Ute and Arapaho. When the Earl of Dunraven visited in 1872, he coveted this “sportsman’s paradise” of rushing streams and peaceful meadows teeming with fish and game. He sought to keep the valley to himself as a private hunting preserve, but as more and more American settlers were drawn by its natural beauty, he realized that this dream could never be a reality. By the 1970s the hotel’s splendor had faded due to lack of care and investment. It might have eventually have succumbed to the wrecking ball, if not for a fortuitous visit by author Stephen King. A stay of one night was enough to inspire his third major work and first hardcover bestseller The Shining, which remains a landmark masterpiece in a long and well-known list of novels. The hotel stands today as a beautifully restored testament to its glory days, when it served as a holiday retreat for wealthy urbanites. source: stanleyhotel.com/about.html
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2019 HISTORY SYMPOSIUM IN REVIEW
1900-1910: Tycoons & Trailblazers
Alicia Barber, Ph.D., author, historian, and founder of Stories in Place LLC examined Reformers and Risk-Takers: The Battle for Reno’s Soul.
APRIL 24, 25 AND 27, 2019
Our 2019 history symposium attendees took a path less traveled and explored 1900 – 1910: Tycoons & Trailblazers through presentations by national and local speakers, Chautauqua performances and activities. Participants traveled around the world with George Schuster in the 1908 New York to Paris Automobile Race, steamed across Russia during the building of Trans-Siberian Railway, cruised through the Panama Canal and learned about the politics, industries, powerhouses and culture of this transformative decade. The Museum’s symposiums are award-winning and each year receive rave reviews from attendees. We share these quotes from the 2019 symposium: I’ve been attending for five years and certainly plan on continuing. The symposium ties the selected time period to local history as well as our current lives, which is fascinating and addicting.
Doug Mishler, Ph.D., Professor, University of Nevada, Reno, Chautauqua scholar performed a Chautauqua performance of Pablo Picasso and the Birth of Modern Art.
William N. Cathey, Ph.D., retired Vice Provost, Instruction and Undergraduate Programs, Professor of Physics, University of Nevada, Reno, automotive scholar offered Origins of the American Automobile Industry.
This was my 13th symposium and expectations have been met continuously. The topics are always relevant. This is an excellent asset to our community. I have come to appreciate this community so much more, as well as the larger world community. Thank you so much for the excellent job you all do to find world class presenters and offer this program to us!
W. Frank Robinson, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of History, Vanderbilt University delivered a presentation on The Panama Canal: Crossroads of the World.
Picasso asked “Why must we explain art?” As art is unique to each of us, history touches us all but we must learn lessons from it. Thank you NAM for providing that background. This is my favorite professional development conference each year and it is my favorite way to earn a credit for my teacher license renewal! The symposium has sparked my interest into reading more about the 1900 – 1910 time period so I can share this history with my students. This is the first symposium that I have attended and I have really enjoyed it. My husband wants to attend next year’s symposium with me based on the great presentations I have told him about.
Symposiums are always open to the public and all have been approved by the Nevada Department of Education for teachers to earn in-service credit. This program was made possible by a grant from Nevada Humanities and National Endowment for the Humanities.
20th CENTURY
AUTOMOBILE ENDOWMENT FUND
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Michael E. Fischer, DDS, past Director of the Nevada Department of Cultural Affairs, independent scholar, Nevada Humanities on the Road Chautauquan revealed past local history through his presentation A Chautauqua of the Life of John Sparks: A Man Who Did Everything You Could do in the West! Gerard Helferich, B.A., author; member of National Book Critics Circle, retired editor and publisher provided thought-provoking insights into An Unlikely Trust: Theodore Roosevelt, J.P. Morgan, and the Improbable Partnership That Remade American Business. Jeff Mahl, great grandson of George Schuster, driver of the 1907 Thomas Flyer and winner of the 1908 Race engaged the audience with a Chautauqua performance of The Great Auto Race New York to Paris 1908.
Steven G. Marks, Ph.D., Professor, history department, Clemson University, author explored The Trans-Siberian Railroad and the Settlement of Russia’s “Wild East”.
Bob Kochersberger, Ph.D., associate professor emeritus, North Carolina State University English Department, former director of journalism and graduate liberal studies programs, Fulbright professor, author revealed Ida Minerva Tarbell: More Than a Muckraker: One Journalist’s Quest for Reliable Information. Peter A. Kopp, Ph.D., associate professor of History and the Director of the Public History Program at New Mexico State University, author delved into Gifford Pinchot and the National Conservation Movement.
Jay Hubbard, Automotive Collections Manager, Museum presented Compare & Contrast Ford’s 1903 Model A and 1909 Model T: Transformation of the Automobile Industry to Mass Production.
2020 HISTORY SYMPOSIUM
1910-1920: BATTLES AT HOME AND ABROAD
Save the Date A STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) activity centered around the 1907 Thomas Flyer, winner of the 1908 New York to Paris Race and the simple machines that are part of the vehicle and were used throughout this arduous journey.
Attendees also participated in a map/geography lesson hands-on activity It’s 1908 - Where in the World are You?
Wed., April 29, 4 – 9 p.m. Thurs., April 30, 4 – 9 p.m. Sat., May 2, 8:30 a.m. – 5:45 p.m. Funded in part by
AUTHORS – HISTORIANS – PERFORMERS – EXPERTS
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Thirty-One Years Ago This is a very special year: the Museum turns 30 on November 5, 2019.
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was Sunday, November 5, 1989, when the doors were officially opened to the public, following a stunning gala the evening before. This year the Museum’s annual Anniversary Party for members and supporters will be on November 7, 2019, and will be a celebration of this milestone.
In the March 2019 issue of Precious Metal, we shared news from 30 years ago in celebration of the Museum’s 30th Anniversary. Here’s another installment, this time from 31 years ago.
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The following three articles are excerpts from “Precious Metal” newsletter, Volume Two, #1, August 1988 “PAVING THE WAY” In major actions that have paved the way for the start of construction on the Foundation’s new museum, the Reno Redevelopment Agency has approved the Foundation’s new lease of the Lake and Mill Street museum location, and authorized the expenditure of up to $400,000 to deliver a construction ready site for the museum building. Both of these actions were essential steps in allowing progress to continue on the museum project. The lease was unanimously approved by the Reno City Council (serving in its capacity as the Reno Redevelopment Agency) and allows the Foundation to lease the museum site for $1 per year while construction loans are being repaid. The Redevelopment Agency paid nearly $6 million to acquire the Truckee River site in downtown Reno for the new museum. Surveys and soil testing at the construction site indicated some adulterated fill and an underground irrigation ditch running the length of the property. The fill must be replaced and the ditch relocated. The Redevelopment Agency’s action in funding these unanticipated expenses preserves the Foundation’s budget for building and exhibit expenses and reflects the Agency’s interest in having a “finished project that reflects as much quality as is practicably achievable.”
“NEW NAME” Reflecting on the world-wide reputation of the collection and library assembled by Bill Harrah, the Foundation’s Board of Trustees voted at its June [1988] meeting to adopt a new name for the new museum: The William F. Harrah Foundation NATIONAL AUTOMOBILE MUSEUM In claiming “National” status for the new facility, Trustees noted the Foundation’s holdings include the most comprehensive pre-1925 automobile collection in the nation, if not the world; highly representative and quality examples; and one of America’s largest automobile displays available to the public. When combined with what arguably will be the finest automobile museum facility in the world, The William F. Harrah Foundation NATIONAL AUTOMOBILE MUSEUM will be a true American treasure. Logotypes for the new name are now being designed, and when construction is completed, will be emblazoned on a unique “totem” sign marking the Lake Street pedestrian entrance of the new building. Also featuring automobile symbols and logos, the “totem” is expected to become a landmark second only to the City of Reno’s world-famous Arch. Note: When the nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization was formed in 1981, it was named The Harrah Automobile Foundation. Use of the Foundation name would be dropped years later. The Museum would undergo another name change in 1998 when it began doing business as the National Automobile Museum (The Harrah Collection). Financial limitations during construction prevented the “totem” sign from becoming a notable landmark as originally planned. J U LY 2 0 1 9 N A T I O N A L A U T O M O B I L E M U S E U M 1 1
“CONSTRUCTION UPDATE” By the time this issue of Precious Metal reaches most readers, site preparation for the new museum will already be underway. More significantly, official ground breaking ceremonies will be close at hand. Contracts for demolition were let in mid-June [1988]. Five existing buildings, several signs, some trees, fences and other objects have to be removed to make way for the new 100,000 square foot museum structure, a new parking lot and landscaping. It is anticipated that this work will take approximately one month to be completed in late July or early August. As this is written, the date for groundbreaking ceremonies has not been specified. However, planning for this long-awaited event is well underway. Invited guests and spectators can anticipate an exciting and festive occasion, and although we will not give away the scenario here, it is rumored that Ben Dasher, Chairman of the Foundation Trustees, has been seen practicing his best “Gentlemen Start Your Engines” racing technique.
Excerpt from “Express News,” October 1988 “OFF AND RUNNING” Groundbreaking for The William F. Harrah Foundation NATIONAL AUTOMOBILE MUSEUM took place September 15th. Approximately 250 people attended the ceremonies. Foundation Chairman Ben Dasher, Mayor Pete Sferrazza, Lt. Governor Bob Miller, and Chamber of Commerce Executive VP Ron Watson spoke on the project’s history and exciting future. These four then competed in a “grand prix” golf cart race for the privilege of signaling the start of work. Ben Dasher won, and at his command a giant back hoe took the first scoop of earth. Completion of the new museum will take approximately one year. Krump Construction, Inc. of Reno has been awarded the contract for general construction of the new museum. 1 2 N A T I O N A L A U T O M O B I L E M U S E U M J U LY 2 0 1 9
BLUE STAR MUSEUMS NATIONAL PROGRAM ACTIVE MILITARY AND THEIR FAMILIES VISIT FOR FREE
The National Automobile Museum joined museums nationwide in participating in the tenth summer of Blue Star Museums, a program which provides free admission to our nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families this summer. The 2019 program began earlier than in past years, launching on Saturday, May 18, 2019, Armed Forces Day, and will end on Monday, September 2, 2019, Labor Day. Military can find the list of participating museums at arts.gov/bluestarmuseums. As part of the Blue Star Museums National Program, museums roll out the red carpet for active duty military personnel and their families. It’s a well-deserved salute to those who serve our country to protect our freedom. The free admission program is available for those currently serving in the United States Military—Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard as well as members of the Reserves, National Guard, U.S. Public Health Commissioned Corps, NOAA Commissioned Corps, and up to five family members. Blue Star Museums is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in collaboration with Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and more than 2,000 museums nationwide.
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Museum Wins Four NAAMY Awards
NA A M Y AWA RDS O F E X C E LL ENCE
The Museum was recognized as a first place winner among several categories during the recent NAAMY awards at the 2019 annual conference of the National Association of Automobile Museums. These accolades represent a commitment to excellence, set standards within the field, and recognize industry leaders for achievement, professionalism and creativity. The competition includes programs and projects implemented and/or completed in 2018. The IRS granted the Museum’s nonprofit status as a 501(c)(3) corporation solely for educational purposes, which makes education awards especially meaningful.
FI RST P L AC E N AAM Y AWA RD O F EX C E L L E N C E I N E D U C ATIO N The Museum’s newly developed STEM education field trip program, Auto Museum Adventure: The Science and Technology of the Automobile, won a first place NAAMY Award of Excellence in Education. This program was made possible by a generous grant from the Thelma B. and Thomas P. Hart Foundation. Field trips were offered to more than 20 third-sixth grade classrooms at Washoe County School District Title 1 schools (low income, high needs schools) and provided stipends for transportation and/or admission. It was a materials-rich program with a primary focus on simple machines. Formats included instruction (verbal and written), film, scavenger hunts, activity pamphlet, hands-on activities/demonstrations and iPads. Resources included pre-1915 automobiles in the collection. Venues included the Theatre, Classroom and Galleries One and Four. Congratulations to our Sr. Support Services Manager Barbara Clark and Museum Educator Jenny McFarlane (hired through the grant specifically for this program).
F I R S T P L AC E N AA M Y AWA RD O F E X CELLENCE IN O N L I N E C O M MUNIC ATIO NS The Museum’s new website won this award, which was created by Design on Edge, in conjunction with staff.
F I R S T P L AC E N AA M Y AWA RD O F E X CELLENCE IN C O L L AT E R A L MATE RIALS The Museum’s new marketing collateral materials, created by Design on Edge in conjunction with staff, took this award.
RU NNER- U P IN EXCELLENCE IN E D UC ATIO N The Museum was runner-up in Excellence in Education for its three-day history symposium, The 1890s: Peril & Power, featuring national and regional authors, historians and Chautauqua performers. All of the museum’s 16 symposiums have been funded by grants from Nevada Humanities and the National Endowment for the Humanities, and approved by the Nevada Department of Education for teachers to earn in-service credit. All have received NAAMY Awards of Excellence (since implementation of this awards program). Other donors included the 20th Century Automotive Endowment Fund and Washoe County School District. Again, congratulations to Sr. Support Services Manager Barbara Clark, symposium project lead.
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NEVADA SPACE CENTER’S
RENO SPACE FEST MAY 1 -5, 2 0 1 9
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uring the first week in May 2019, the fourth annual Sci-On! Science + Fiction International Film Festival featured independent short films submitted by filmmakers from more than 40 countries around the world! Screenings were held in the theatre at the National Automobile Museum, including categories such as Animated Sci-Fi Shorts, Space Travel, Science + Imagination, and Student Films. Visiting scientists and directors from Hollywood and the Kitt Peak National Observatory had the opportunity to share their projects and filmmaking processes with audience members, and attendees had the chance to vote for winners in 17 different categories.
Science Fiction Meets Science Fact at Reno Space Fest
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The Nevada Space Center also hosted a special May the Fourth (Be With You) event in conjunction with the Sci-On! Film Fest, giving families the opportunity to have fun and learn at the same time at a dozen different hands-on Science and Science Fiction stations in the Museum’s Gallery 4. Members of the local 501st Legion, including a certain Dark Lord and a friendly beeping Droid helped visitors feel like they were visiting a distant star outpost. For upcoming science activities at the Museum, please visit nevadaspacecenter.org.
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CALENDAR OF PROGRAMS & EVENTS JANUARY
APRIL
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
11 THURSDAY
10 THURSDAY
1:30 - 2 p.m. Second Thursday Talk Firefighting in the 1890s The calm before the revolution.
12 SATURDAY
9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Science Saturday Training Future Astronauts
FEBRUARY
9 SATURDAY
9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Science Saturday Engineering Spacecraft
14 THURSDAY
1:30 - 2 p.m. Second Thursday Talk John DeLorean and the Gold DeLorean The golden boy and the golden dream.
MARCH WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH
9 SATURDAY
9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Science Saturday Roving Mars
10 SUNDAY
1:30 - 2 p.m. Second Thursday Talk McPherson College’s One-of-a Kind Program The only school offering a bachelor’s degree in Auto Restoration.
13 SATURDAY 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Science Saturday Building Biospheres
ANNUAL HISTORY SYMPOSIUM
Wednesday, 24 – Saturday, 27 Wed., 4 - 9 p.m. Thurs., 4 - 9 p.m. Sat., 8:30 a.m. - 5:45 p.m. 1900-1910: Tycoons & Trailblazers Explore this innovational decade with renowned national speakers, authors, and state and local experts. $60. Register at automuseum.org
MAY OLDER AMERICAN’S MONTH Engage at Every Age Free admission to Seniors (50 and older) each Thursday in May.
Wednesday, 1 – Sunday, 5 Reno Space Festival Presented by Nevada Space Center Register at nevadachallenger.org
Amelia Island Concours d’ Elegance Jacksonville, FL 1936 Mercedes-Benz Type 500K Special Roadster
9 THURSDAY
1 - 5 p.m. AARP Driver Safety Program at the Museum Refresher course for drivers 50 and older that qualifies for auto insurance discounts for those 55 and older. $20 and $15 for AARP members. Register at (775)440-1116 or aarp.org/drive.
11 SATURDAY
12 TUESDAY
14 THURSDAY
1:30 - 2 p.m. Second Thursday Talk Joan Cuneo Racing hero who paved the way for other women.
1:30 - 2 p.m. Second Thursday Talk Virgil Exner Visionary designer and corporate savior. 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Science Saturday Monitoring the Sun
14 TUESDAY
1 - 5 p.m. AARP Driver Safety Program at the Museum Refresher course for drivers 50 and older that qualifies for auto insurance discounts for those 55 and older. $20 and $15 for AARP members. Register at (775)440-1116 or aarp.org/drive. BLUE STAR MUSEUMS NATIONAL PROGRAM
Monday, May 18 – September 2 Armed Forces Day through Labor Day Free admission to active duty military families.
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SCIENCE SATURDAYS Presented by Nevada Space Center. $12 Register at nevadachallenger.org
JUNE
8 SATURDAY
9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Science Saturday Talking to Space
13 THURSDAY
1:30 - 2 p.m. Second Thursday Talk E.L. Cord Industry pioneer who created empires in transportation.
JULY HOLIDAY PARTIES
It’s time to book your holiday party at the Museum.
11 THURSDAY
1:30 - 2 p.m. Second Thursday Talk 1923 “Copper-Cooled” Chevrolet World’s rarest Chevrolet and the genius behind it.
12 FRIDAY
National Collector Car Appreciation Day Drive your collector car to the Museum and receive half-off admission.
13 SATURDAY 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Science Saturday Making Space Art
21 SUNDAY
Hillsborough Concours d’Elegance Burlingame, CA 1961 Roth Beatnik Bandit Custom Hot Rod
AUGUST HOT AUGUST NIGHTS POKER WALK STOP
Wednesday, 7 – Saturday, 10 at the Museum.
8 THURSDAY
1:30 - 2 p.m. Second Thursday Talk The Lincoln Highway The road trip that created the Interstate Highways.
10 SATURDAY 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Science Saturday Deflecting Asteroids
SECOND THURSDAY TALKS
Free to Museum members, included with paid admission. Otherwise, $5 per person to attend the talk.
AUGUST cont.
18 SUNDAY
Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance Pebble Beach, CA 1907 Thomas Flyer 35 New York-to-Paris Racer
SEPTEMBER
10 TUESDAY
1 - 5 p.m. AARP Driver Safety Program at the Museum Refresher course for drivers 50 and older that qualifies for auto insurance discounts for those 55 and older. $20 and $15 for AARP members. Register at (775)440-1116 or aarp.org/drive.
12 THURSDAY
1:30 - 2 p.m. Second Thursday Talk Automobile Oddities
14 SATURDAY 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Science Saturday Learning to Fly
21 SATURDAY
Museum Day Live! Smithsonian magazine or Smithsonian.com offers free admission on a ticket good for two people.
28 SATURDAY
Ironstone Concours d’Elegance Murphy’s, CA 1933 “Al Jolson” Cadillac Series 452C All Weather Phaeton
OCTOBER
10 THURSDAY
1:30 - 2 p.m. Second Thursday Talk Billy Durant The colorful genius who created General Motors.
12 SATURDAY 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Science Saturday Living on the Moon
26 SATURDAY
Las Vegas Concours d’Elegance 1938 Phantom Corsair Experimental Six-Passenger Coupe 1961 “Frank Sinatra” Ghia L.6.4 Hardtop
DAILY THEATRE PRESENTATIONS 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
The Bill Harrah Story and The Magic Carriage
DAILY INTERACTIVE EXPERIENCE All Day Nevada Space Center
OCTOBER cont.
31 THURSDAY
DAILY AUDIO TOURS All Day English/Spanish
DAILY GUIDED TOURS 1:30 p.m.
Based on tour guide availability
2019
EXHIBITS
NOVEMBER
MASTERPIECE EXHIBIT ON DASHER DRIVE Since the advent of autos, we’ve pushed the limits of speed. See racers from Indy to the treacherous roads of Mexico and witness their stories.View fascinating photos of European racing, 1903 to 1925, by famed Henri Louis Meurisse.
MUSEUM’S 30TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY THURSDAY, 7 For Members Only Anniversary festivities and 2005 Corvette raffle car drawing.
PRESENTED BY NEVADA SPACE CENTER Created by Eureka Exhibits Changing Exhibits Gallery and Gallery Three
4:30 p.m. - 7.30 p.m. Trick or Treat in the Streets of the Museum Family Halloween fun with candy stations and games. Special admission: $2
9 SATURDAY
9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Science Saturday Eating in Space
World-class exhibit for all ages that teaches science and engineering through video game technology, simulators, artifacts and NASA reconnaissance data. Experience the excitement of spaceflight through interactive simulator pods and much more.
Anniversary Free Admission Day Celebrating 30 Years
11 MONDAY
VETERANS DAY
Free Admission Day for Veterans.
12 TUESDAY
1 - 5 p.m. AARP Driver Safety Program at the Museum Refresher course for drivers 50 and older that qualifies for auto insurance discounts for those 55 and older. $20 and $15 for AARP members. Register at (775)440-1116 or aarp.org/drive.
14 THURSDAY
1:30 - 2 p.m. Second Thursday Talk The Evolution of Gasoline Quality
DECEMBER
12 THURSDAY
1:30 - 2 p.m. Second Thursday Talk Erwin “Cannonball” Baker Record-setting motorcycle racing pioneer.
14 SATURDAY 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Science Saturday Exploring Space
HOLIDAY SHOPPING Shop in the Museum Store and visit the Museum for a fun, family outing. Museum Membership is a perfect holiday gift.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
FEATURING THE WINNING CAR: 1907 Thomas Flyer Gallery Four Remarkable story of man and machine against unimaginable odds in the 1908 New York to Paris race, featuring the winning car, the Museum’s 1907 Thomas Flyer, a 2016 entry in the National Historic Vehicle Register within the Library of Congress.
BILL HARRAH 1911-1978: LEGENDARY COLLECTOR Heritage Corner Story of legendary collector and gaming pioneer Bill Harrah, founder of Harrah’s Automobile Collection, the largest, most significant collection of its time. Discover events that led to its disbursement and the public outcry that saved some of the best and created the National Automobile Museum (The Harrah Collection). EVEN IN AFRICA Entrance Hallway Gallery Paintings by Reno artist Robert Cinkel depicting Museum autos in intriguing locales, from a starry night in the Nevada desert to India, Egypt and “even in Africa.”
Call (775) 333-9300 for more details. Events and programs subject to change. J U LY 2 0 1 9 N A T I O N A L A U T O M O B I L E M U S E U M 1 7
STAFF ON THE MOVE
AUTOMOTIVE COLLECTIONS MANAGER JAY HUBBARD
MARCH 10, 2019, marked Jay Hubbard’s fourth year as a judge at the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance. At the 24th annual event he served on a team selecting recipients in two award categories, The Robert E. Turnquist Award for the Most Elegant Packard and Best in Class American Classic 1931-1932.
ANNUAL CONFERENCE
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF AUTOMOBILE MUSEUMS FRADY AND HUBBARD
Jackie Frady, president and executive director, and Jay Hubbard, automotive collections manager, attended NAAM’s annual conference in South Bend, Indiana, March 19-22, 2019. Professional development seminars include a range of topics: American Alliance of Museums Continuum of Excellence; Creating and Growing Fruitful Events; Collaborative Approach to Automotive History; Collecting and the Community; Learning from Mistakes; Conservation and Restoration: When, Why and Can They Work Together; Interpreting the Automobile for the Masses; Tax Reform and the Effects on Nonprofits; Interactive Automotive Design History; From Artifacts to Experiences: How Connor Prairie Sought to Increase Visitor Engagement through Vintage Machines; Hagerty Insurance and Collectors Club.
AMERICAN BUSINESS WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION
WESTERN REGIONAL CONFERENCE – FRADY, POWERS AND TRUJILLO-PENMAN
Jackie Frady, president and executive director; Kathy Powers, project manager; and Marcia Trujillo-Penman, retail manager, attended ABWA’s Regional Conference, which was held at the Atlantis Reno in April 2019. Professional development programs included a Digital Marketing Bootcamp, Membership Development and ABWA training. Each
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received scholarships from the local league for conference registration fees. Frady is a 2015 Top Ten Business Woman and Ambassador of ABWA, Powers and Trujillo-Penman serve on the local league’s Executive Board of Directors as President-Elect and Vice President of Finance respectively.
This conference celebrated the 25th Anniversary of the association. Jackie Frady is a founding Board member, who has served as president multiple terms and on many committees, and has been a member of the Board of Directors since the NAAM was founded, with the exception of required term breaks.
RENO TAHOE EXPRESS NETWORK KATHY POWERS was recently elected
to serve as the 2019-2020 President of the Reno Tahoe Express Network (RTEN), a local league of the American Business Women’s Association. Powers also chairs the local American Business Women’s Day (ABW Day) Committee.
MUSEUM ON THE MOVE
NAAM’S 25TH ANNIVERSARY
AMELIA ISLAND CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE Jacksonville, FL March 10, 2019 1936 Mercedes-Benz Type 500K Special Roadster
SOLAR ROLLERS NEVADA TROPHY RACE Reno City Plaza June 1, 2019 1973 Battery Box Experimental Electric Streamliner
HAVE YOU MARKED YOUR CALENDAR TO ATTEND OUR SECOND THURSDAY TALKS? FREE TO MUSEUM MEMBERS, INCLUDED WITH PAID ADMISSION. OTHERWISE, IT IS $5 PER PERSON TO ATTEND THE TALK. On the Second Thursday of each month, the Museum offers an entertaining presentation from 1:30 – 2 p.m., followed by refreshments and a chance to mingle with our speakers and Museum guests. Reservations are not required. Simply drop by every second Thursday. Be sure to check our Calendar of Programs and Events in this issue and watch for our e-news announcements. J U LY 2 0 1 9 N A T I O N A L A U T O M O B I L E M U S E U M 1 9
MUSEUM STORE Convenient free parking in the Museum lot on Museum Drive off Mill Street.
KIMMIE CANDY is a small, family-owned company based in Reno, Nevada, that creates many uniquely shaped and delicious candies. We are honored to have this company as a sponsor of the National Automobile Museum. We thank Kimmie Candy for its support.
PUZZLES We have a masterpiece selection of interesting, car related puzzles (750-1,000 pieces). Test your skill with Dave’s Diner, Retro Petrol and Travel Route 66, just to name a few. $20 to $25 COLLECTIBLE DIE CAST MODEL CARS Shop our large selection of collectible die cast model cars (1:18, 1:24, 1:43 scales) - everything from a 1948 Tucker Torpedo to a 1959 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz to a McLaren 12C. $25 to $80
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THE MUSEUM STORE IS OPEN DAILY. MONDAY – SATURDAY 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. SUNDAY 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
PRECIOUS METAL DIGITAL OPTION AVAILABLE ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A MORE CONVENIENT AND EFFICIENT WAY TO READ OUR PRECIOUS METAL MAGAZINE?
ROUTE 66! Get your Route 66 memorabilia here! We have a variety of decorative license plates, signs and clocks. $7 to $25 SPACE/ASTRONAUT ITEMS! In recognition of the Museum’s education partner, Nevada Space Center (home of the Challenger Learning Center of Northern Nevada), there is a large variety of space/astronaut related items. Enjoy astronaut ice cream, an assortment of children’s activity books and novelty space items. $5 to $45
Is portability and easy access a factor for you? Would you like to share and post what you read to social media for others to enjoy or are you simply interested in saving a tree? We have the answer for you. Take a moment to flip through our digital issues of Precious Metal magazine at https://issuu.com/automuseum. This magazine is a benefit of membership.
JOIN OUR E-NEWS MAILING LIST MAKE SURE YOU’RE ON THE MUSEUM E-NEWS MAILING LIST Receive our latest news and opportunities through monthly e-newsletters and announcements. Send your email address to info@automusuem.org.
If you can’t shop in person, you can shop online at automuseum.org or call the Museum at (775) 333-9300 to place an order that will be mailed to you or your gift recipient. Please remember, purchases in the Museum Store help support the Museum. Not only are you buying wonderful gifts, you’re helping a good cause.
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THANKS A MILLION! We want to express our appreciation to those who have made significant donations to the Museum.
THANKS
Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance Foundation Jacksonville, FL, concours sponsorship Wayne and Alzina Davis Auburn, CA, financial contribution Lois Graff and Lloyd Sherwood Mico, TX, financial contribution Ironstone Concours d’Elegance Murphys, CA, financial contribution
Stones of Lake Superior Ashland, WI, retail support Ranson and Norma Webster Foundation Fund at the Community Foundation of Western Nevada Reno, NV, project grant Ranson and Norma Webster Foundation Fund at the Community Foundation of Western Nevada Reno, NV, graphic services grant
John Nelson N. Fort Myers, FL, financial contribution Jack Richardson Reno, NV, financial contribution Phil and Jennifer Satre Family Charitable Fund at the Community Foundation of Western Nevada Reno, NV, project grant Larry and Leona Seidell Pinole, CA, concours sponsorship
THANK YOU DOLAN AUTO GROUP! The Museum is honored to have Dolan Auto Group as a sponsor again this year. We are sincerely grateful for their generosity. As one of our many members, donors and supporters, if you run into Tom, Ryan or Brady Dolan – or any Dolan Auto Group associate – be sure to thank them for supporting the National Automobile Museum. 2 2 N A T I O N A L A U T O M O B I L E M U S E U M J U LY 2 0 1 9
NEW MEMBERS
Memberships help help sustain sustain the the Memberships Museum’s programs programs and and events events Museum’s and we we extend extend our our thanks thanks to to and our newest newest members. members. our
BECOME A MEMBER
You Can Make a Difference When you become a member, you join us in preserving a remarkable collection and sharing the story of one of the most significant inventions in our country’s history not only today, but for generations to come. Stories of innovation and ingenuity that spark imagination, stimulate learning, and educate and entertain audiences of all ages – a stepping stone to the future. Plus, you’ll enjoy valuable benefits from free admission and Museum Store discounts to a subscription to Precious Metal, e-news, and invitations to events and activities. Thank you for joining our team.
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FAMILY
For information, please call (775) 333-9300
Wayne and Cyndy Benoit Thomas and Sandy Kitchen Jeremy and Wendy Long Joe Maruca Mitchell Strominger Sarah Vance
O INDIVIDUAL $45 O COMPANION $60 O FAMILY $70 O CONTRIBUTING $150
COMPANION
DRIVING FORCE CORPORATE O LEVEL 1 $2,750 O LEVEL 2 $5,000
INDIVIDUAL Patrick Eich Tim Grant Paul Hansen Kevin Hill Joe Maru
Please note: Our members are very important to us. If you were incorrectly listed or omitted, please let us know and we’ll be happy to correct your listing.
O LEVEL 3 $10,000
O Send information about the Driving Force Corporate Membership O Send information about the exclusive Driving Force Individual Membership
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
John Blount and John Peterson Sarah Britt and Kathleen Allred David Gold Steven Hawkins and Charles Hodges Richard McNeely Terry and Marcia Penman Dan Woods Elliott and Barb Woodward
O SUPPORTING $250 O PATRON $500 O BENEFACTOR $1,000 O DRIVING FORCE $1,000 O DONATION $________
NAME ___________________________________________ ADDRESS _________________________________________ CITY/STATE/ZIP CODE _______________________________ TELEPHONE _______________________________________ EMAIL ADDRESS ___________________________________ RECRUITED BY _____________________________________ If you prefer to use your credit card:
□ MASTERCARD □ VISA □ AMERICAN EXPRESS □ DISCOVER CARD NUMBER ____________________________________ EXPIRATION DATE ____________ SECURITY CODE _______ SIGNATURE _______________________________________ Billing Address for Credit Card if different from above: _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ Please make checks payable to: National Automobile Museum 10 South Lake Street Reno, NV 89501-1558
Membership expires one year from date of issuance. Join online at automuseum.org.
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The Harrah Automobile Foundation 10 S. Lake Street, Reno, NV 89501-1558
THE MUSEUM IS OPEN DAILY MONDAY – SATURDAY 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. SUNDAY 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
ADMISSION
Adults $12, Seniors $10 Youth ages 6-18 $6 Children 5 and under free Members free OFFICERS Chairman Ranson Webster President Jackie L. Frady Vice President Paul Georgeson Secretary Janet L. Chubb
Philip G. Satre Ted Stoever B.J. Sullivan Allen J. Wilt
Treasurer William E. Ramsey TRUSTEES Ned Bacon Brian Colodny Phil DeLone Norman L. Dianda Jim Rogers
Gordon L. Horsley Louis F. Sellyei, Jr., M.D. HONORARY TRUSTEES John A. Harrah Tony L. Harrah
CHAIRMAN EMERITUS Benedict J. Dasher
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Jackie L. Frady
TRUSTEES EMERITUS Ted Bacon
PURCHASE TICKETS AT THE MUSEUM 40 Tickets for $20
8 Tickets for $5 1 Ticket for $1
Buy 40 tickets and WE fill them out! The next time you’re at the Museum, buy tickets for a chance to win a Corvette. It’s a great way to support the Museum.
WIN
2005 CHEVROLET CORVETTE C6 2-DOOR HATCHBACK
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400 HP, 6 Liter Aluminum V8
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18-Inch Aluminum Wheels
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THIS CORVETTE
4-Speed Automatic Transmission with 3.15 Rear Axle Ratio
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Air Conditioning
AM/FM Radio with 6 Disk CD, MP3, and 7-Speaker Bose Sound System
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Electronic Instrument Panel with Heads Up Display
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Dual Power Reclining Seats with Driver Memory and Heated Seat
Removable Roof Panel
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Dual Power, Heated Outside Mirrors
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Factory Performance Package with Improved Suspension and Handling and Heavy Duty Brakes
Power Steering, Windows and Door Locks
Leather Wrapped, Tilt and Telescoping Steering Wheel
Machine Silver Metallic Exterior w/ Black Leather Bucket Seats
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66,000 Original Miles Aftermarket Options – Procharger Supercharge – Custom Exhaust – Lambo Doors
The winning ticket will be drawn on November 7, 2019, at the Museum’s 30th Anniversary Party.
