AACA Museum Events

Roads to Rails Model Train Display

All Aboard!  A custom model train display will roll out at the AntiqueAutoMuseum at Hershey on September 4th the first Saturday of each month from February - October and will begin daily operation in mid-November 14 through December 31st.  

Travel back in time as these locomotives take you to “Tuckerville, USA” the Museum’s vision of small-town America in the 1950s.  There are stores, factories, shops, a farm, and a railroad yard that features an automated turntable and locomotive repair shop.  Other automated features include a gas station, Ford garage, a Drive-In restaurant and construction site complete with bulldozers.  For our younger visitors, Thomas the Tank Engine is a popular attraction.  Tuckerville is surrounded by rails, on which run a variety of vintage model trains manufactured by Lionel and Williams, Rail King and now Bachmann in a combination of O-gauge and HO-gauge sizes. 

The display has been expanded to include over 350 feet of track and features a new Mountain scene and logging train.  This new section has allowed us to incorporate a Bachmann HO scale train into the existing layout.    This year’s display has a new home within the Museum and is now located on the lower level concourse in a separate exhibit area.   The layout was designed and installed by a group of volunteers under the leadership of Ed Maloy, one of the founding board members of the Museum.  It first debuted at the Museum during the 2006 holiday season.

New for this year is a Drive-in Theatre complete with movie screen, an interactive car wash and a saw mill lumber yard!

Trains were the forerunners of automobiles so we’re excited to offer this as an extension of the variety of experiences offered here at the Antique Auto Museum.  

Sponsored by Members 1st Federal Credit Union.

Roads to Rails Model Train Display

All Aboard!  A custom model train display will roll out at the AntiqueAutoMuseum at Hershey on Monday, September 9th and the first Saturday of each month from February - October and will begin daily operation in mid-November 14 through December 31st.  

Travel back in time as these locomotives take you to “Tuckerville, USA” the Museum’s vision of small-town America in the 1950s.  There are stores, factories, shops, a farm, and a railroad yard that features an automated turntable and locomotive repair shop.  Other automated features include a gas station, Ford garage, a Drive-In restaurant and construction site complete with bulldozers.  For our younger visitors, Thomas the Tank Engine is a popular attraction.  Tuckerville is surrounded by rails, on which run a variety of vintage model trains manufactured by Lionel and Williams, Rail King and now Bachmann in a combination of O-gauge and HO-gauge sizes. 

Sponsored by Members 1st Federal Credit Union.

Corvair Club Moving Event & Concours

Love Corvairs?  This is a great couple days for you to visit the Museum or to participate if you are a Corvair Owner.

From 9 AM - 3 PM on Saturday the group will be hosting a moving event with judging based on points and also various skill contests such as dropping pennies in hubcaps, and a scavenger hunt within the Museum, Peoples Choice Awards both days and food etc.

From 9 AM - 3 PM on Sunday the group will be hosting a Concours style event.

Both days will include 50/50 raffles, Peoples Choice Awards, raffles for a $100 gift certificate to Hershey attractions and door prizes.

For more information or to register please contact Earl Homes at earlzgames@comcast.net or via telephone at 717-921-8124.

Matchbox Toy Show at the AACA Museum

A Matchbox Toy show will again be held in Hershey!   The Diecast Toy Exchange is sponsoring this Matchbox Toy show here at the AACA Museum on Sunday, September 26th from 9AM -4PM.    Admission to the Museum on this day will be just $5.00 per person for ages 4 and older, with children 3 and under FREE.

This is a great chance for you to enjoy some miniature cars and full size cars on the same day at a terrific price!  

For those extremely eager collectors, an early admission plan to visit the vendor booths will be available from 6AM - 9AM for a fee of $20 per person.

Interested in being a vendor?  For more information contact Wayne at 717-318-4073 or Ron at 717-880-1772 or via e-mail at diecasttoyexchange@hotmail.com.

Special room rates are also available at the Spring Hill Suites adjacent to the AACA Museum by calling 717-583-2222 and asking for the Matchbox Show rate of $149.95.

Fall Carlisle- Collector Car Swap Meet, Car Corral and Auction

In its 36th year, Fall Carlisle – a collector and classic car swap meet, car corral and auction – marks the end of the show and swap meet season for thousands of collector and classic automotive enthusiasts, who travel to the 102-acre Carlisle PA Fairgrounds from all points of the globe to buy, sell and celebrate all things automotive. Held for five days – September 29 – Oct. 3, 2010 – Fall Carlisle is an absolute must-attend event for veterans of the automotive lifestyle, first-timers looking to get started in the hobby and families looking for a unique fun-filled way to spend a weekend. 

Roads to Rails Model Train Display

All Aboard!  A custom model train display will roll out at the AntiqueAutoMuseum at Hershey on October 2nd the first Saturday of each month from February - October and will begin daily operation in mid-November 14 through December 31st.  

Travel back in time as these locomotives take you to “Tuckerville, USA” the Museum’s vision of small-town America in the 1950s.  There are stores, factories, shops, a farm, and a railroad yard that features an automated turntable and locomotive repair shop.  Other automated features include a gas station, Ford garage, a Drive-In restaurant and construction site complete with bulldozers.  For our younger visitors, Thomas the Tank Engine is a popular attraction.  Tuckerville is surrounded by rails, on which run a variety of vintage model trains manufactured by Lionel and Williams, Rail King and now Bachmann in a combination of O-gauge and HO-gauge sizes. 

Sponsored by Members 1st Federal Credit Union.

Classics at Brantwyn

The AACA Museum will be featuring our 1930 Dupont Model G at The Classics at Brantwyn event on Sunday, October 3rd from 9AM - 3 PM.  

This wonderful event is being held to benefit the Kennett Symphony of Chester County, the oldest, professional, small town symphony in the country.  

The event is held at the Brantwyn Estate - a former DuPont family mansion in Wilmington Delaware.  This exclusive event will feature a total of 30 exceptional vehicles for display.

For additional information or to purchase tickets visit

http://www.kennettsymphony.org/Classics/details.html

Automotive Artist David Snyder displays art at the AACA Museum During Hershey Meet Week

David Snyder started drawing cars, airplanes and trains at the age of six.  His passion for transportation history continues today. 

David has graciously created a one-of-a-kind vintage gas pump to be auctioned on Wednesday, October 6th and the "Night at the Museum" Gala and Auction and David will have his art on display in the Museum's Rotunda from Monday October 4th @ 4 PM thru Sunday, October 10th @ 2 PM for public viewing.  The display will show original paintings and prints. He will be painting on-site during the week and will be answering questions about technique and concepts. He will also be on hand to sign and personalize copies of his book throughout the week.

David's art portrays memories of growing up with cars from the '50's through the American Muscle era.  He takes you down memory lane  inviting  you to "step right in" to his paintings and visit the past.  The period architecture, signage, oil cans in the garage bay - no detail is too small-are all a part of his passion.  Known for fidelity of detail he spends countless hours on research before beginning a painting.

He has self-published over 80 limited edition prints; 50 of which are sold out.  Snyder's paintings and prints are collected worldwide.

David was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio.  He lives in Milford, Ohio with his wife and business partner Marion.  They have two daughters and two grandsons who are budding "car guys". 

www.davidsnydercarart.com
513.722-9608

I will have the display up by 4:00 pm Monday and it will be displayed until 2:00 pm Sunday.

Willys-Knights Great Six Plaidside Cars from the Al Giddings Collection

Hershey, PA is the place for car enthusiast during the October Fall Meet!  This year the AACA Museum is excited to feature two remarkable vehicles from the private collection of Mr. Al Giddings.   The Willys-Knight Great Six 1930 Plaidside Roadster is one of only about 9 know to exist and was the winner of the AACA President's Award.    The Willys-Knight Great Six 1930 Plaidside Phaeton is the only one in the World!    So be sure to schedule some time here at the AACA Museum to see these magnificent vehicles!

AACA 2010 Eastern Division National Fall Meet in Hershey

If you're looking to participate in the world's largest antique car flea market, car corral and car show all in one, then Hershey is the place for you!

Night at the Museum Gala & Auction

Join the Antique Automobile Club of America family for an unforgettable Night at The Museum presented by RM Auctions.

Enjoy an evening of fun and all things automotive as we revisit the past with the Museum’s stunning collections including a featured exhibit of Woodie vehicles this year.

New for the auction this year is “Pumps on Parade” showcasing six one-of-a-kind vintage gas pumps custom designed by six of the country’s most celebrated automotive artists:  Roger Blanchard, Ken Eberts, Dan McCrary, Tony Sikorski, David Snyder and Sue Steele Thomas!  

So save the date!

Roads to Rails Model Train Display

All Aboard!  A custom model train display will roll out at the AntiqueAutoMuseum at Hershey on October 14-16 and the first Saturday of each month from February - October and will begin daily operation in mid-November 14 through December 31st.  

Travel back in time as these locomotives take you to “Tuckerville, USA” the Museum’s vision of small-town America in the 1950s.  There are stores, factories, shops, a farm, and a railroad yard that features an automated turntable and locomotive repair shop.  Other automated features include a gas station, Ford garage, a Drive-In restaurant and construction site complete with bulldozers.  For our younger visitors, Thomas the Tank Engine is a popular attraction.  Tuckerville is surrounded by rails, on which run a variety of vintage model trains manufactured by Lionel and Williams, Rail King and now Bachmann in a combination of O-gauge and HO-gauge sizes. 

Sponsored by Members 1st Federal Credit Union.

Food & Toy "DRIVE" October 18 - December 18th

The AACA Museum is again teaming up with Carry the Light Ministries of Mechanicsburg to help sponsor a Food & Toy “DRIVE”.   The goal of the “DRIVE” will be to provide about 50 (hopefully more) needy families in the community with groceries and toys to help throughout the holiday season.  An antique truck will be parked in the Museum’s lobby and we’re looking to fill the truck with items for families in need.

Trains, Trolleys and Cars in Scranton with AACA Museum 161 Club November 4-7,2010

Trains, Trolleys and Cars in Scranton with the AACA Museum 161 Club!  The Pocono's in the fall is the place to be!  This activity-filled tour is a must-do with memory-making visits to car collectors, restoration shops, museums and fine dining.

Roads to Rails Model Train Display

All Aboard!  A custom model train display will roll out at the AntiqueAutoMuseum at Hershey on November 6th, the first Saturday of each month from February - October and will begin daily operation in mid-November 14 through December 31st.  

Travel back in time as these locomotives take you to “Tuckerville, USA” the Museum’s vision of small-town America in the 1950s.  There are stores, factories, shops, a farm, and a railroad yard that features an automated turntable and locomotive repair shop.  Other automated features include a gas station, Ford garage, a Drive-In restaurant and construction site complete with bulldozers.  For our younger visitors, Thomas the Tank Engine is a popular attraction.  Tuckerville is surrounded by rails, on which run a variety of vintage model trains manufactured by Lionel and Williams, Rail King and now Bachmann in a combination of O-gauge and HO-gauge sizes. 

Trains were the forerunners of automobiles so we’re excited to offer this as an extension of the variety of experiences offered here at the Antique Auto Museum.  

Sponsored by Members 1st Federal Credit Union.

Autos & Ales

Your taste buds will enjoy an evening of finely crafted ales from a variety of micro-brew vendors while you're eyes enjoy the exceptional automobiles that are on display within the Museum -- A winning combination for this one-of-a-kind event!

Santa & Mrs. Claus visit with guests at the Museum

Kick off the holiday season at the AACA Museum in Hershey!   Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand to visit with guests on Friday, November 26th from 1:30 - 4:30 PM.    All children will receive a "treat" while supplies last.

Kids can visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus on the Museum's lower level concours near the roads to rails holiday train display!  

Share your holiday spirt with those less fortunate by bringing a non-perishable food item or unwrapped toy for our Food & Toy Drive.