There are all different types of cars on display at America's Car Museum and each was designed with a particular purpose or style in mind. Some cars are built to look fast, while others are designed with safety in mind. On Family STEAM Day, learn more about the choices designers make when designing automobiles. Then, […]
In honor of Women's History Month, we invite you to join us as ACM Museum Educator, Francesca Steele, presents a brief survey of women's involvement in the automotive industry from the late 1800s to today. Through sports, invention, politics, and media we'll explore how women have established a collective influence on modern culture and the […]
The automobile was a life-changing invention, but without bridges, we wouldn't be able to visit and explore some of our favorite places. Today, we'll use simple materials to design and build our own bridges. Think like an engineer, ask questions, and have fun completing this design challenge! Design, build, tinker and learn together as you […]
How has the way we've powered our vehicles changed since the rise of the automobile? Join us as ACM Museum Educator and Facilitator and retired automotive instructor, Wayne Bridges, discusses the evolution of powering our personal transportation. From the very first "horseless carriages" to the amazing research going on today that aims to provide more […]
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 was originally scheduled for February 9 2019, but has been rescheduled to this date due to severe winter weather. Tacoma's Museum District brings you creative new ways to incorporate Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics into your classroom. Educators from America's Car Museum, Children's Museum of Tacoma, Foss Waterway Seaport, Museum of Glass, […]
We are revving up ACM Membership for moms the entire month of May! Why? Because mom's love cool cars too! Buy a Bronze Gift of Membership for your mom and she will receive a voucher to choose a new pair of vintage sunglasses at the ACM Store. Click here to give the Gift of Membership. Make sure […]
Club Auto members enjoy special events, driving tours and private collection tours on a regular basis. Contact [email protected] for more information about the private collection tour on May 4.
Champagne and Cadillac's - Welcome to ACM's auto-brunch featuring the opening of our newest exhibit, "Cadillac - Standard of the World". Experience the story from the brands inception to their renowned reputation for designing and building some of the finest and most desirable automobiles in the world! Nothing says luxury like champagne first thing in […]
All ACM members will receive 20% off in the ACM Store and Classics by Pacific Grill! Members at every level also enjoy special member pricing in the Speed Zone! Not a member? Join today or when you visit the Museum* on or before Member Double Discount Day to receive these member benefits. Click here or […]
