 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. Just announced! 1978 Lotus Type 79 Championship winning Formula 1 car will be here for the exhibit! The Type 79 was a ground breaking Formula 1 design featuring aerodynamic "ground effects" that catapulted Team Lotus to their 7th Formula 1 Constructors Championship and Mario Andretti to the 1978 Formula 1 Driver's Championship. Come and see "Black Beauty"!  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
Tickets are going fast!
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Throughout the month of February Hershey has a town-wide celebration of all things chocolate!
The AACA Museum will be celebrating with a month long Hershey's Kisses Scavenger Hunt -- How many kisses will you be able to find hidden among our vintage automobiles when you visit? Guests also enjoy seeing the original Hershey's Kissmobile Cruiser - this specialty vehicle will be on display throughout the month. At the end of the month we'll pull a random winner from all those who participated to win a 5 lb. Hershey's Chocolate Bar and 4 tickets for a return visit to the AACA Museum.
Other celebrations during the month include a Fantastic Frozen party on 2/15 and a Make your own Kissmobile event on 2/16 . . . details below!
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 The Disney movie "Frozen" has been a crowd favorite and we've created a fun event around this movie to get folks out of the house and cure that February cabin fever!
Choose from one of two sessions: 3-5:30 PM OR 6-8:30 PM
Festivities will take place on the lower level gallery of the AACA Museum with the highlight being the Sing-A-Long version of "Frozen"! You can also look forward to appearances by Elsa and Olaf, fun snacks including pizza, hot dogs, cookies and beverages.
We encourage you to come dressed as your favorite Frozen character, and feel free to bring pillows or sleeping bags to enjoy the movie - chairs will also be available.
Pricing: $15 Adults / $10 children 4-12 / Children 3 & under are FREE
We suspect that this event may sell out so you are strongly encouraged to purchase your tickets in advance. We CANNOT GUARANTEE TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT.
Tickets are available by calling the AACA Museum ticket counter at 717-566-7100 ext. 100 daily 9AM - 4PM or online via the ticket link.
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As part of our Chocolate Covered February festivities, guests can build their own Kissmobile out of Hershey's chocolate products on President's Day, February 16, 2015 from 1- 3 pm. Special admission of $7. Recommended for ages 4 & older.
Special thanks to the sponsor of the event - The Hershey Company
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 6th Annual Wedding Show "A Wedding Show for All Seasons"
at the AACA Museum Sunday, February 22, 2015
February 22, 2015
Show Hours: 11:00-3:00 PM
VIP Hours: 10:00-3:00 PM
$8.00 in Advance (Sale ends 12 noon on February 21)
$10.00 at the door
$50.00 VIP Experience -(Limited Availability, Advance Sales Only)
Special Note:
This is one day a year where we have special exhibits and displays for wedding couples and vendors. Many of the Museum vehicles will NOT be on display and it will NOT be the normal Museum experience. If you have a Wedding coming up, it's THE place to be - If you want to visit the AACA Museum to see our collections, please choose an alternate day so you are not disappointed.
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Inexpensive, reliable, easy to maneuver and park transportation for a crowded urban area. This is where motorbikes, scooters, and mopeds really shine compared to 'traditional' motorcycles. The AACA Museum honors these often under-appreciated and sometimes ridiculed machines with its new exhibit, "Motorbikes for the Masses".
While not a new invention (the 1915 Motoped from Long Island is considered to be the first production scooter), smaller motorbikes and scooters gained immense popularity during Post-WWII Europe and Asia. The ravages of war had left many factories in ruins, and transportation requirements for the populace were in dire need. Former aircraft factories, forbidden to build planes, turned to these two-wheeled, small-framed machines. They were easy to manufacture compared to automobiles or other large forms of transportation, provided much -needed jobs and immediate freedom to travel for the public.
While the most iconic machines came from Germany, Japan and Italy, motorbikes have been produced and sold throughout the world. Here in America, major suppliers including Sears & Roebuck, Montgomery Wards and even Harley-Davidson offered imported examples under their brand name. While not as successful in sales numbers compared to Europe and Asia, these little entry-level 'cycles have achieved a cult-level status amongst their admirers. "Motorbikes for the Masses" captures that appeal and its forgotten but historical styles and designs within its exhibit.
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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!
We look forward to serving our visitors who are not able to join us during normal daytime hours.
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Cuba - The People, Culture & Classic Cars
April 23 - May 1, 2015
Did you hear that the New York Times put Cuba as #2 on it's list of "52 places to go in 2015"? Here's you're chance! 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.
Additional Sign ups will be accepted during January as space permits.
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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 Join Us Next Month for the 2015 AACA Annual Meeting
The 79th AACA Annual Meeting will take place February 12-14, 2015, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. If you have never been to an AACA Annual Meeting in the City of Brotherly Love you are missing a great time. The trade show, car exhibit, great seminars and museum auction are just a few of the highlights you'll experience during the meeting.
for the Annual Meeting Registration Form.
Registration Deadline: February 2, 2015
We look forward to seeing you there!
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New Merchandise is arriving at the Retail Store !
 Lotus merchandise is arriving! The retail store will feature a selection of Lotus die casts of various scales and recently published books about Colin Chapman, Lotus automobiles and their popularity in Formula 1 racing. In addition, framed and unframed prints created by Gary Dausch and featured in the Lotus: The Art of Lightness exhibit will be available for sale. The store will be open on January 23rd during the Lotus exhibit preview event, so if you're attending be sure to stop by and check out these great new items.
These items will be available both in the retail store and online. All profits benefit the AACA Museum.
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 Carlisle Events is getting ready for another exciting season of car shows and events!
These events are held at the Fairgrounds in Carlisle, PA:
Spring Carlisle - April 22- 26
Import & Kit Nationals - May 15-17
Ford Nationals - June 5-7
GM Nationals - June 26-28
Chrysler Nationals - July 10-12
Performance & Style - July 17-19
Truck Nationals - August 7-9
Corvettes at Carlisle - August 28-30
Sports & Outdoor Show - September 11-13
Fall Carlisle - September 30 - October 4
These events are managed by Carlisle Events but take place at locations outside of Carlisle, PA:
Auto Mania - January 16-18
Allentown PA Fairgrounds
Winter AutoFest - February 19-22
Festival Park, Zephyrhills, FL
Bloomsburg Nationals - August 14-16
Bloomsbrug PA Fairgrounds
Fall AutoFest - November 12-15
Festival Park, Zephyrhills, FL
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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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