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GiveBIG 2016
Support education, preservation and restoration...schedule your #GiveBIG gift today!

Together we can make an impact by participating in GiveBig tomorrow, May 3! Please consider making a donation to America’s Car Museum during this one-day online charitable giving event. Donations will be stretched thanks to additional funds from the Seattle Foundation and a matching grant of $1,000, offered by Chuck and Pam Lyford.

Help support Education, Restoration and Preservation on #GIVEBIG by choosing ACM as the non-profit you will support with your donation through the Seattle Foundation.

Your gift to America’s Car Museum on #GiveBIG will help inspire lifelong learning. ACM reaches a wide range of audiences from pre-kindergarten to post-secondary, toddlers to seniors, scouts to afterschool clubs, and families to adults. Through the Hagerty Education Program at America's Car Museum, we are supporting a pathway to careers and hands-on career-based education for young people across the country by awarding scholarships and educational grants to organizations committed to automotive restoration and preservation.

Tomorrow, May 3, join other ACM supporters across the country to give for one common purpose: to celebrate America’s love affair with the automobile. Then, tell everyone you can via email, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram about how you are giving to support America’s Car Museum!

We set a fundraising goal of $10,000 for GiveBIG and we hope you will participate in helping us reach our goal!

Schedule Your Gift Now

All donations of $40 or more qualify for a one year ACM membership.

BMW - PROPELLING A CENTURY OF INNOVATION
Exhibit Opens to the Public Saturday, May 7

ACM’s newest exhibit BMW – Propelling a Century of Innovation celebrates the centennial of this paramount company and its designs.

Exclusive Member Preview - Friday, May 6*
As a benefit of membership, Bronze Key Drivers and above are invited to an Exclusive Member Preview of the Propelling a Century of Innovation exhibit. Enjoy music, light appetizers and beverages provided by Olympic Eagle and Hedges Family Estate, a presentation by ACM’s Curator of Exhibitry and the unveiling of the BMW exhibit.

RSVP by emailing rsvp@americascarmuseum.org or by calling 253.779.8490.

Member Early Access - Saturday, May 7*
Not able to make it to the exclusive member preview? All ACM members are invited to view the BMW exhibit before it opens to the public.

Insider Talk - Saturday, May 7 | 11am
Come hear ACM’s Curator of Exhibitry Scot Keller talk about the inspiration for the new exhibit and the special cars selected for display. Keller will be joined by BMW collector Peter Gleeson, who loaned four of his extraordinary cars for the exhibit -including the only privately owned BMW Art Car. The talk is included with ACM admission.

*Not a member but interested in attending exclusive member events? Find which membership level is right for you here.

HIGH SPEED FUN
School is almost out - Register now for ACM Summer Camps!

Enjoy friendly competition? Practice your skills on our professional grade racing simulators and slot car track in the ACM Speed Zone in preparation for a team race on the final day of camp. Local race car drivers will showcase their vehicles and equipment and give tips and advice. Learn what makes race cars fast, safe and fuel-efficient through daily science and design challenges. Registration is open now!

Session 1: Ages 12-15
Monday, July 25 – Friday, July 29, 2016
9am – 4pm

Session 2: Ages 8-11
Monday, August 8 – Friday, August 12, 2016
9am – 4pm

WHEELS & HEELS ANNUAL GALA
Saturday, June 4 | 6:30 - 11:30 PM

The Wheels & Heels Annual Gala is a celebration of the anniversary of LeMay - America's Car Museum. Set in the stunning Titus-Will Gallery, this is the Museum's largest fundraiser in support of its commitment to celebrating America's love affair with the automobile, our focus on education programs and the Hagerty Education Program at America's Car Museum.

Enjoy sultry sounds on the Anderson Plaza, try your luck at blackjack or spin the roulette wheel while sipping martinis, shaken not stirred. Delicious gourmet cuisine sets the stage for an extraordinary silent and live auction before a fireworks display unlike any other.

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AUCTION PREVIEW
On the auction block is an all-new 2016 BMW M4 GTS provided by BMW North America and two separate trips to Monaco with 4-star accommodations in Monte Carlo: one of which features tickets to the world-renowned 2017 Monte Carlo Gran Prix.

SUMMER JUST ISN'T AS FUN WITHOUT ACM'S TAKE A SPIN!
May 14 | July 21 | August 4 | August 23 | September 24

Experience history in motion with rides in vehicles from the ACM Collection! Vehicles will vary from Antiques and pre-war Classics to the Fabulous Fifties, perhaps a fire truck may make a special appearance!

BRING YOUR CAR CLUB TO ACM
Discounted admission rates available for groups of 10 or more

Planning a driving tour for your car club? Make a day of it and end your tour at ACM! Enjoy VIP parking on the Anderson Plaza to showcase your one-of-a-kind cars and experience what ACM has to offer with a group tour! For more details, please email RSVP@americascarmuseum.org or call 253.683.3956. Advance reservations required.

Want to take it to the next level? ACM has many unique rental options – from a small gathering in Club Auto to a large show on the Haub Family Field.

FEATURED VEHICLE
1909 Hudson Twenty Roadster

The Hudson Motor Car Company was founded in 1909 by auto pioneers Howard Coffin, George W. Dunham and Roy E. Chapin. Primarily funded by department store owner Joseph L. Hudson, their idea was to build a low-priced car for under $1000. The resulting new Hudson “20” introduced in June 1909 was one of the first low-priced cars for sale on the American market.
Read more about the Hudson Twenty Roadster.

THE HAGEMAN FIREHOUSE TOUR

MAY 13 | HAGEMAN FIREHOUSE
Meet Master Collector Peter Hageman and see his private car collection.

CLUB AUTO HAPPY HOUR

MAY 18 | CLUB AUTO TACOMA
You and a guest are invited to join us for a Club Auto Happy Hour gathering.
Hors d’oeuvres, Beer & Wine | Casual Attire | Raffle

CLUB AUTO CRUISE-IN @ RTC
MAY 21 | STARTING AT CLUB AUTO TACOMA
It’s British day at the Redmond Town Center. Join your fellow Club Auto members for a drive to Redmond and participate in an amazing car show!

Questions? Contact RSVP@americascarmuseum.org. Reservations required.

Under the Hood with

Hands-on, career-based education is critical to our automotive heritage and your car’s future! Never thought about your car’s future? Today is the day! Click here to learn more about the Hagerty Education Program at America's Car Museum.

ARIZONA REGIONAL SUMMIT MEETING | MESA, AZ
MAY 4 | 9:30AM - 3PM
Young People and Old Cars: The Future of Restoration
Exploring Developing Automotive Restoration Technology Curriculum at EVIT
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HEPpy HOUR RECAP RECEPTION | MESA, AZ

MAY 4 | 4 - 6PM

ACM Volunteer of The Month

Having retired from PACCAR as an engineer designing Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks, Jeff Kerney and his wife, Antonia, spend their time racing, traveling, and volunteering.
Read more about Jeff's love affair with the automobile.

If you enjoy vintage vehicles and would like to work with other people who share your love for cars, become an America’s Car Museum volunteer!

UPCOMING EVENTS

May 03 - IF CARS COULD TALK - HOT RODS & STREET RODS

Learn more about Hot Rods & Street Rods currently displayed in our Summer Drive Series - Hot Rods in Route 66 exhibit.

May 12 - CRUISE-INS AT ACM

We had a record turnout for the first 2016 Cruise-In at ACM on Thursday, April 14. The weather was beautiful and three car clubs joined us on the Haub Family Field: Gig Harbor Cruisers, Corvettes de Olympia & Kitsap Mustang Club.

Don't miss the next Cruise-In at ACM on Thursday, May 12 where we will welcome the following featured car clubs: North Cascades Corvair Club & Trick’n Racy Cars. Everyone is invited to attend Cruise-Ins at ACM and check out the vintage vehicles in attendance!

May 12 - RACE NIGHT AT ACM
Second Thursday of each month

May 21 - FAMILY STEM DAY - SCIENCE TO GO!
Third Saturday of each month

Join Pierce County Library & ACM staff as they showcase the library’s Science to Go! backpack program for youth ages 3-9. The backpacks include books and fun experiments that teach Next Generation Science Standards.

June 04 - MEMBER DOUBLE DISCOUNT DAY

June 14 - 27 - HOODS UP FOR FATHER'S DAY

We’re putting the hoods up on 100 cars to celebrate Father’s Day! Once a year we open up hoods to display over 100 years of automobile power. We will have modern conventional and high powered engines on display as well vintage and early experimental engine power.

July 30 - VINTAGE MOTORCYCLE FESTIVAL: THE MEET AT ACM

Vintage motorcycle enthusiasts will gather on ACM’s Haub Family Field for this unique event featuring hundreds of vintage motorcycles and scooters.

Follow the link below to view 2016's featured classes and to register your bike.

August 13 - CARS & CIGARS

GIVE MOM 365 GIFTS IN ONE!
Mother's Day is Sunday, May 8

Flowers wilt and chocolate melts. This Mother’s Day, give a gift that lasts all year long. A Gift of Membership to America’s Car Museum will be mom’s on-ramp to a year-round calendar of exciting events, fun activities and engaging learning experiences. All Mother’s Day packets include a member license plate frame and 2016 ACM car cling decal. After all, mom’s love cars too!

You can purchase your Gift of Membership at the Museum, online or by calling 877.902.8490.

Give Mom the Gift of Membership

Celebrate mom and her love for the automobile with these great gift ideas from the ACM Store! ACM Members always receive a 10% discount!

Route 66 Cookbook
ACM Member Price: $10.75 | $11.95
Picnic Blanket
ACM Member Price: $22.50 | $25.00
“Fastest Girl” Blouse
ACM Member Price: $26.99 | $29.99
Sterling Silver V8 Necklace
ACM Member Price: $89.99 $99.90
Classic Picnic Basket
ACM Member Price $116.99 | $129.99

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