AACA Museum - Keep Up To Speed

December 22, 2014   


 
 
There's still time to enjoy this year's holiday exhibit! The AACA Museum is open daily from 9AM - 5PM but will be CLOSED on 12/24, 12/25 and 1/1.

Old Favorites:   Trains, Trains & More Trains, Holiday Trees, Ernie's Taxi from "It's a Wonderful Life", Sammy the Snowplow, Grinch Scavenger Hunt, Mr. Beep, MINI Snowmobile "Monster Machine", Hess Truck display and more!

New for 2014 - Vintage Bicycle display, Cammack Tucker Exhibit, Sports Cars & More!

The 1959 Pontiac Catalina Safari has also now arrived and is on view!   See Pontiac's Catalina Safari wagon based prototype nicknamed "El Catalina".   This is a unique rescued and restored answer to the El Camino, the one and only of its kind.

 

Looking for that last minute gift?  Tucker Models are still available in our retail store!
Online purchases are still available; however, they will no longer be able to arrive in time for Christmas!
 

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Cuba - The People, Culture & Classic Cars 
April 23 - May 1, 2015

The AACA Museum continues to accept reservations for our trip to Cuba.    The trip is scheduled for April 23 - May 1, 2015 when the weather should be just perfect with temperatures in the mid-upper 70's.   

A daily slate of engaging activities affords you an immersive opportunity to connect directly with the Cuban people, learning more about each other through direct contact and cultural exchange and of course you're sure to see some wonderful classic cars!

 

Trip Highlights Include:

  • Visit a car museum and attend a meeting with Havana's Classic Car Club
  • Visit Hemingway's former home, Finca Vigia
  • In-Studio discussions with a variety of Cuban artists
  • Sampling of local fare at privately owned paladars - 20 meals included
  • Tour galleries & museums under the guidance of experts in local art & history

 Availability is limited and will be on a first-come, first-served basis. 


New cut off date! 

Sign up must be completed before January 6th

 

You will need a current passport for travel.

   

International Expeditions is our Travel Consultant & Agency Partner for this trip and is fully licensed (License CT-2013-299822-1).  

 

Click here for all the details of the full agenda, pricing, tour insurance and registration information.

 

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In the Rearview Mirror
 
Whew!   It's been a very busy holiday season so far this year!  

The original Ernie's Taxi from the holiday favorite "It's a Wonderful Life" is on view here at the AACA Museum through January 4th, but we took it on the road to The Hershey Theatre on November 23rd for the performance with Karolyn Grimes, the girl who played ZuZu in the film.   It was a fun reunion.

This same weekend we participated in the Harrisburg Holiday Parade with five of the AACA Museum vehicles driving the on-air personalities for WHTM ABC 27 news.



The AACA Museum hosted the 50 Years of Hess Toy Truck Mobile Museum on November 30th with hundreds of visitors getting to enjoy this great traveling time capsule of Hess Toy Trucks.   Michael C. Anthony from WROZ Rose radio was on site to welcome WROZ Rose radio listeners.   It was a fantastic day for all who where able to attend.


We kicked off the month of December with our first annual "Ugly Christmas Sweater Day"
which was lots of fun and an event we plan to continue next year  . . . so you have a year to plan!



We hosted our first every Polar Express Pajama Party with lots of kids and parents enjoying this wonderful holiday movie, the model train exhibits throughout the museum, some fun snacks and a visit from Santa!

The Hershey Community Chorus was with us for two holiday shows on December 7th. 


Several AACA Museum staff members took part in stuffing personal care bags with the Hershey-Harrisburg Regional Visitors Bureau which will be delivered to Veterans over the holidays.   We were honored to be able to help give back to the community and enjoyed a fun morning with other local businesses who also took part in this project.



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Give Back this Holiday Season!

We will continue to take donations through December 30th and have already donated two boxes of toys to the Toys for Tots program this year.   Thanks to all for helping us make the holidays a bit brighter for those in need!

 
 

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The Perfect Last-Minute Gift!
Scratching your head trying to find that last minute gift for your favorite car-lover? Why not give the gift of membership?! 60,000 members strong with almost 400 regions & chapters, the AACA is America's premiere resource for the collectible vehicle community. Membership is only $35 ($45 outside the US) and benefits include a subscription to our award-winning Antique Automobile magazine, free admission to the AACA Museum in Hershey, PA, free research at the AACA Library & Research Center and the ability to participate in National Meets & Tours. An AACA membership really is the perfect gift!

 Click here to purchase a membership now or call AACA Headquarters at 717-534-1910.


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Holiday Hours!
The AACA Museum will be closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

The Retail Store will be CLOSED on January 2nd for Inventory.  The Museum will still be open.


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Coming soon . . .   

For over 60 years Lotus has continued to produce class-leading  sports cars and are a globally respected automotive engineering consultancy, working with many of the world's most prestigious car manufacturers.

This exhibit will feature a variety of Lotus models both road and race throughout that 60 year history.

Join us for the GRAND OPENING Exhibit Reception - Fri., January 23@ 6PM
Tickets are just $15 per person!    Call us 717-566-7100 ext. 100

Online Tickets>>

More on this exhibit>>>

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Mark your calendar! 

January 2nd - the AACA Museum Retail store will be CLOSED for Inventory but the Museum is OPEN.
January 16-18 will be our annual Community Weekend with $7 Admission for all ages and our "Cars" Scavenger Hunt.
January 23 - Lotus Opening Exhibit Reception 
February 15 - Fantastic Frozen Party  with the movie and sing-a-long, snacks & more - details coming soon!
February 16 - Make your own Kissmobile here at the AACA Museum along with $7 Admission
February 22 - Annual AACA Museum Wedding Show
March 28 - Annual Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by Hoffman Ford


New for 2015 - Evening Hours the First Thursday of each month!

The AACA Museum will be open until 9 PM the first Thursday of each month beginning February 5th!
February 5, March 5, April 2, May 7, June 4, July 2, August 6, September 3, October 1, November 5, December 3rd.  We look forward to serving our visitors who are not able to join us during normal daytime hours.



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A Smithsonian Affiliate 

The AACA Museum is dedicated to the preservation and presentation of motor vehicle history in a manner that provides for the education and entertainment of our guests.

Our goal is to deliver a world class automotive experience through innovative and interactive exhibits that appeal to all ages and illustrate the historical evolution and potential future impacts of one of the most culturally defining innovations of modern times.

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