Event Date(s)Saturday, July 26, 2025 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Event LocationR.E. Olds Transportation Museum, Lansing, MI
Event DescriptionJoin the R.E. Olds Museum for the 32nd Annual Car Capital Auto Show! Space is limited to 225 vehicle entrants this year. It’s a day of cruising, fun and entertainment! 100% 3rd Party Judged Show!
Event TitleAutomotive Showplace: 1952 Packard "Macauley" Pan American
Event Date(s)This Fall
Event LocationDetroit Historical Museum, 5401 Woodward Ave, Detroit
Event DescriptionAfter World War II, designer Richard Arbib of the The Henney Motor Company - Packard’s coachbuilder - was tasked with refreshing Packard’s styling. Arbib’s design called for a 1952 Packard convertible to be cut in half horizontally in order to remove a four-inch strip of body to reduce its height in a process known as sectioning. To lengthen the car, Henney drastically extended the rear quarter panels while the windshield was cut and lowered for a sportier look. This vehicle is the first of six Pan Americans that were built for the show circuit - four of which remain - and belonged to Edward Macauley, head of Packard design in the 1950s. Macauley periodically altered the car to meet his taste and current styling. Some of Macauly’s personal updates include the dashboard and “egg crate” grille insert from a 1954 Packard as well as quarter panels and taillights from a 1955 model.
Event LocationHenry Ford Museum of American Innovation
Event DescriptionPresented by General Motors, the first comprehensive exhibition covering various forms of American auto racing, including stock car, sports car, drag racing, Indy car, hill climb and land-speed racing, is now open in Dearborn. The 24,000 square-foot exhibit provides visitors an in-depth look at the people, the experiences, the culture, the spectacle, the risks and the innovations centered in the world of American auto sports.
Event TitleAchievement: African Americans' Accomplishments & Contributions in Automotive Exhibit
Event Date(s)On Display Now!
Event LocationAutomotive Hall of Fame, Dearborn, MI
Event DescriptionThe contributions Black Americans have made to the automotive industry have not been celebrated or even fully captured and shared. Very little effort has even been made to conduct the required research to identify the individuals, much less curate an exhibit on their accomplishments. The Automotive Hall of Fame recognizes that these are important stories that need to be told.
Event TitleCelebration of Brass Car Show and Swap Meet
Event Date(s)July 18-19, 2025 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Event LocationGilmore Car Museum, Hickory Corners, MI
Event DescriptionThis is the premier event put on annually at the Gilmore Car Museum by the Museum of the Horseless Carriage. This is an opportunity for brass era and horseless carriage enthusiasts to participate in a fun-filled, multi-day program featuring a car show, swap meet, numerous on-site activities, and three days of touring the scenic country roads of western-lower Michigan. This event features over 100 plus pre-1916 vehicles.
Event Date(s)Sunday, August 3, 2025 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Event LocationColumbia Center, Troy, MI
Event DescriptionTroy’s premier automotive festival, the 17th Annual Troy Traffic Jam, features legacy vehicles, favorite classics, and high-end exotics for everyone to enjoy! There will be lots of events for everyone, including pedal car races for younger car enthusiasts, Tech Talks with leading designers, and demonstrations from local robotics teams. This event is Free to the public and registration to show your vehicle is $25 in advance or $30 at the festival.
Event TitleDreamtroit - A Model for the Creative Reuse of Aging Facilities
Event Date(s)Thursday, July 17, 2025 1 p.m.
Event LocationFREE Webinar
Event DescriptionPresented by the Michigan Historic Preservation Network, this webinar discusses a mixed-use housing development known as Dreamtroit, created from the building that once housed a Warren Motor Car Company factory of the early 20th century in Detroit. Using a complex financial structure that relied heavily on Historic Tax Credits (HTCs), the project repaired and restored the masonry facades, including cast stone and limestone trim; installed historically accurate windows; and restored character-defining interior materials. Dreamtroit’s adaptive reuse has spurred substantial growth and diversification. By repurposing underutilized spaces, the project has introduced a diverse array of tenants, including affordable residential apartments, artist studios and commercial establishments. This mix of uses fosters a dynamic and inclusive community, contributing to the neighborhood’s vibrancy and resilience. Dreamtroit was recognized by the MHPN in 2024 with its annual Tax Credit Award.
Event LocationMichigan Firehouse Museum, Ypsilanti, MI
Event DescriptionThe Museum hosts the Ypsilanti Fire Department in the Old Firehouse with three of their fire trucks. The YFD will be living in the Old Firehouse, covering the city and responding to calls from there. This includes opening up the fire pole for use by the firefighters. Visitors can see the department in action!.
