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24
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MiM National Parks Tour 2 @ ** SOLD OUT **
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Sep 24 @ 3:00 pm – Sep 30 @ 11:00 am

2017 MiM ‘National Parks Tour’ 2

 September 24 – 30, 2017

Museum in Motion Tours bring Corvette enthusiasts together to enjoy driving their Corvettes and visiting new, unique, interesting and exciting venues. Join us as we explore our some of the most unique and awe inspiring landscapes America has to offer. With visits to the Grand Canyon’s South Rim, Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon, Arches National Park, Glen Canyon Dam, Monument Valley, and Canyonlands National Park we you will get to enjoy some of the crown jewels of the National Park system

 

As with all MiM Tours, space is limited so make sure you sign on to NCM eNews to get the latest information on all events including opening of registration and fees. GPS and/or family band radios highly recommended! Questions, contact Karen @ 270-467-8804 or Bryce @ 270-777-4506

Advance registration closes at 5:00pm on Aug 7, 2017 or until sold out

No registrations or refunds are available after that date.

Please call Karen (270)467-8804 or Bryce (270)777-4506 to register by phone

 This tour includes 6 Hotel nights, 3 Group Dinners, Goodbye luncheon, and the Glen Canyon Dam tour

 

You will need a National Parks Pass: Click Here for NPS Site

Senior lifetime (62+) – One per Couple – $10

Annual Pass – One per Couple – $80

  Sold Out – Call events for wait list 270-467-8804 or 270-777-4506

Registration fee:

Members primary registrant (driver and car) $1850
Passenger / alternate driver $350

Non-Members primary registrant (driver and car) $1890   (Includes 1 year discounted membership upon completion of MiM trip)                                                                                                     Passenger / alternate driver $390 (Includes 1 year discounted membership upon completion of MiM trip).

 

2017 MiM ‘National Park Tour”

 
 
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24
 
4:00pm Check-in at Comfort Inn – Williams, AZ

Meet us here at the Comfort Inn in Williams, AZ to start our journey through Arizona and Utah exploring America’s Unique and Awe inspiring Park System.

  • Lodging included in registration
  • 911 W. Route 66, Williams, AZ 86046
 
6:45pm Meet in parking lot to depart for Restaurant TBA

 
 
7:00pm ‘Meet n Greet’ Party at Restaurant TBA

  • Short introductions, Discuss the week’s events, Q & A session
  • Dinner included in your registration
 
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
Continental Breakfast

  • Breakfast at Hotel
 

 
7:30am Group Meeting in Front Lobby
 

 
8:00am Depart for Grand Canyon South Rim

  • 10 S Entrance Rd, Grand Canyon Village, AZ 86023
 

 
9:45am Arrive at Grand Canyon South Rim

The Grand Canyon is a steep-sided canyon carved by the Colorado River in the state of Arizona in the United States. President Theodore Roosevelt was a major proponent of preservation of the Grand Canyon area, and visited it on numerous occasions to hunt and enjoy the scenery.

 
 

 
Enjoy Lunch at Bright Angel Lodge – Grand Canyon (on your own)
 

 
1:15pm Stage back at Parking Lot for drive to Navajo Bridge

Navajo Bridge is a pair of steel spandrel arch bridges that cross the Colorado River near Lee’s Ferry in northern Arizona.  he dual spans of Navajo Bridge are tied at ninth place among the highest bridges in the United States with nearly identical heights of 467 feet

 
 

 
Stop at Desert View Watchtower for Photo Op
 

 
4:15pm – 4:45pm Arrive and Photo Op at Navajo Bridge and Marble Mountains
 

 
6:15pm Arrive and check into Comfort Suites

 

  • 150 W. Center Street, Kanab, UT 84741
 

 
Dinner on your Own in Kanab, UT

 
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
 
Continental Breakfast

  • Breakfast at hotel
 

 
7:30am Driver Meeting in Parking Lot
 
7:45am Leave for Zion National Park
 
8:30am Arrive and Tour Zion National Park
 
Lunch in Zion National Park on your Own
 
Depart on your own for Comfort Suites Kanab, UT
 
Dinner on your own in Kanab, UT
 
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
 
Continental Breakfast

  • Breakfast at hotel
 

 
8:00am Driver Meeting in Parking Lot
 
8:30am Depart for Bryce Canyon
 

 
10:00am Arrive and Tour Bryce Canyon Lodge

Bryce Canyon, which despite its name, is not a canyon, but a collection of giant natural amphitheaters along the eastern side of the Paunsaugunt Plateau. The red, orange, and white colors of the rocks provide spectacular views for park visitors. Bryce sits at a much higher elevation than nearby Zion National Park. The rim at Bryce varies from 8,000 to 9,000 feet 
 

 
Enjoy Lunch in Bryce Canyon On Your Own
 
 4:00pm Depart for Comfort Inn Kanab, UT

  •  150 W. Center Street, Kanab, UT 84741
 
5:30pm Arrive at Comfort Inn Kanab, UT
 
6:55pm Depart for Dinner at Jake’s Chaparral

  •  Restaurant within walking distance
  • 86 S. 200 W, Kanab, UT 84741

 
 
7:00pm Arrive for Dinner at Jake’s Chaparral

  • Dinner included in Registration
 

 
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28
 
Continental Breakfast

  • Breakfast at hotel
 

 
7:45am Staging in Parking Lot
 

 
8:00am Depart for Glen Canyon Dam

  •  NO KNIVES, HANDBAGS, OR PURSES
  • Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, US-89, Lake Powell, AZ 84533
 

 
9:15am Arrive for pictures at Glen Canyon Dam

The 710-foot high dam was built by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation from 1956 to 1966 and forms Lake Powell, one of the largest man-made reservoirs in the U.S. with a capacity of 27 million acre feet (33 km3). The dam is named for Glen Canyon, a series of deep sandstone gorges now flooded by the reservoir.

 
 
11:30am Depart Glen Canyon Dam

 
 
1:45pm Arrive for Lunch and Gouldings Trading Post

  •  Lunch on your own at one of several fast food restaurants in town

 
 
 
4:00pm Depart for Blanding, Utah
 
5:15pm Stop in Blanding, UT for Gas
 
7:00pm Arrive at Hampton Inn Moab, UT

  •  488 N Main St, Moab, UT 84532

 
 
 
 
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
Continental Breakfast

  • Breakfast at hotel
 
8:00am Staging in Parking Lot
 
8:15am Depart for Arches National Park
 

 
8:30am Arrive and Tour Arches National Park

Arches National Park is adjacent to the Colorado River, 4 miles north of Moab, Utah. It is home to over 2,000 natural sandstone arches, including the world-famous Delicate Arch, in addition to a variety of unique geological resources and formations. It contains the highest density of natural arches in the world

 
 

 
12:30pm Depart Arches National Park for Broken Oar

  • 53 W 400 N. Moab, UT 84532
 

 
1:00pm Arrive and Lunch at Broken Oar Restaurant

  • Lunch included in Registration
  • BBQ Goodbye Lunch
 
2:15pm Depart for Hampton Inn

  • 488 N Main St, Moab, UT 84532
 

 
3:30pm Depart for Canyonlands National Park
 

 
4:15pm Arrive at Canyonlands National Park

 
 

Depart for Hampton Inn Moab on own
 
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
Continental Breakfast

  •  Breakfast at hotel
 
 

Travel safely home and thank you for joining the

MiM ‘National Park Tour’

 

Sold Out!!

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Oct
9
Mon
MiM 1-Lap of Kentucky 2017 Tour 1
Tickets
Oct 9 @ 5:15 pm – Oct 14 @ 11:00 am

2017 MiM KY 1 Lap (1) –

 October 9 – 14, 2017

THIS LAP IS SOLD OUT!

2017 will usher in the 8th annual KY 1 Lap tour, part of the Museum in Motion (MiM) program and unique in that it is a partnership between the National Corvette Museum and the Kentucky State Police. The two organizations will join to raise money for both the Museum and Trooper Island, a KSP non-profit camp for underprivileged children. Each year the Tour explores a different section of Kentucky. As always, the tour will be led by a Kentucky State Trooper, now using a marked red Corvette which is sure to attract attention as the caravan travels through an area of real Americana.  This year we head to Eastern KY where we will learn about coal mining, country music and visit some of our beautiful KY State Parks. Due to overwhelming interest, we are offering this tour 3 consecutive weeks in October.

  • Tour 1 – Oct. 9 Through Oct. 14
  • Tour 2 – Oct. 16 Through Oct. 21
  • Tour 3 – Oct. 23 Through Oct. 28

As with all MiM Tours, space is limited so make sure you sign on to NCM eNews to get the latest information on all events including opening of registration and fees. GPS highly recommended! Questions, contact Karen or Bryce

Registration fee

  • NCM Members – Primary Registrant (driver and car) $1000 / alternate driver $500
  • NCM Non-Members – Primary Registrant (driver and car) $1,050 / alternate driver $550

 Note: Non-member pricing does NOT include a 1 yr membership to NCM. To become a member – please call Becky at 270-467-8836

On-line registration closes at 8:00am central time on Tuesday, September 5, 2017

All cancellations will be charged a $5 processing fee per person

No refunds or cancellations after Advance Registration closes

 

2017 MiM –  KY 1 Lap Tour Agenda
 
MONDAY, OCTOBER 9TH
 
3:00pm – 5:00pm Credential Pick-up

  • NCM Blvd.
 
5:00pm NCM Close
 
5:15pm (CT) Meet n’ Greet Pizza Party

  •  Driver meeting
  • NCM Nostalgia area
  • Included in registration
  • Monday night lodging – Not included in registration
 
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 10TH
 
7:30am NCM Opens

  • Stage front circle – Parking Lot A
 
8:00am – 9:00am Depart NCM for NCM Motorsports Park

Participants drive their own car in a lead-follow format for over 4 laps on the 3.2-mile road course above highway speeds. Speed to be determined by pilot car.

  •  Touring laps on the Motorsports Park Track
  • Convertibles allowed and no helmets needed
 
9:00am – 11:00am Drive to KSP Trooper Island

 
11:00am – 2:00pm Arrive Kentucky State Police Trooper Island

The adventure begins when the barge is loaded at the mainland and heads toward Trooper Island. Join Kentucky State Police Trooper Island Director, TFC Jonathan Biven (and our tour guide for the week) and get the 1st class tour of Trooper Island.

  •  5970 State Park Rd, Burkesville, KY 42717
  • Trooper Island Tour & Lunch included in registration
 
Change to Eastern Time Zone
 
3:00pm – 5:00pm (EST) Drive to Cumberland Falls State Park
 
5:00pm Arrive Cumberland Falls State Park Resort

The solid hemlock beams and knotty pine paneling complement the massive stone fireplaces in historic DuPont Lodge, one of the most beautiful state park lodges. The rooms offer beautiful views and full amenities including interior corridors. Relax on the beautiful, large observation deck overlooking the Cumberland River winding through the hillside.
 
 6:30pm Buffet Dinner at Riverview Lodge Restaurant

Enjoy the breathtaking view overlooking the Cumberland River as it winds through the hillside while dining

  •  Located in Lodge
  • Dinner included in registration
 
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 11TH   
 
Breakfast Buffet in Riverview Lodge Restaurant

  •  Breakfast included in registration
 
9:00am – 9:15am Driver Meeting in Hotel Lobby
 
9:30am Depart Cumberland Falls State Park Resort

 
 
10:15am – 2:00pm Arrive Big South Fork Scenic Railway

Ride the Kentucky & Tennessee Railway on a three hour, 14-mile round-trip into the Daniel Boone National Forest and Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area. The trip is full of spectacular scenic vistas, lush vegetation, and mountains as it descends 600 feet into the gorge before stopping at the Blue Heron Coal Mining Camp, a National Park Service outdoor interpretive site.

  •  100 Henderson St.  Stearns, KY 42647
  • Train departs at 11:00am from station
  • Box Lunch provided. Meal packed in a souvenir insulated lunch bag and includes Sub Sandwich, Apple Sauce, Nemo’s Chocolate Bunt Cake and Drink. Picnic tables available upon arrival at Blue Heron Coal Mining Camp
  • Admission and lunch included in registration
 
2:15pm – 2:30pm Depart Big South Fork Railway / Arrive Barthell Mining Camp

Dating back to 1902, Barthell was the first of 18 mining camps belonging to the Stearns Coal and Lumber Co. “With love and hard-work, they have reconstructed the Barthell Coal Mining Camp from old photographs along with oral and written history.”

  •  552 Barthell Rd, Stearns, KY 42647
  • Guided tour – guides will take you 300 feet inside the mine
  • Tour included in registration
 
4:30pm – 6:00pm Depart Barthel Mining Camp / Arrive Harland Sanders Café and Museum

The Harland Sanders Café is a historic restaurant located in Corbin, KY.

Colonel Harland Sanders, the founder of Kentucky Fried Chicken, operated the restaurant from 1940-1956. Sanders also developed the famous KFC secret recipe at the cafe during the 1940’s. Sanders sold the café in 1956 and began selling franchises for KFC.

  • 688 US Highway 25 W, Corbin, KY 40701
  • Order at counter
  • Meal on your own

 
 
7:00 pm – 7:30pm Depart / Arrive at Cumberland Falls State Park Resort

  •  7351 Hwy 90 Corbin, KY 40701
  • Lodging included in registration
 
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12TH
 
Breakfast Buffet in Riverview Lodge Restaurant

  •  Check out of Lodge
  • Breakfast included in registration
 
8:00am – 8:15am Driver Meeting Hotel Lobby
 
8:30am Depart Cumberland State Falls Resort

  •  3 hr. drive to next destination – pit stop will be made available
 
12:00pm – 12:45pm Arrive for Lunch at Angie’s Cast Iron Grill

The finest in local flavor and great home-cooking! This family owned and operated restaurant features the best in southern dining. Overlooking the Paintsville Golf Course adds to the spectacular view.

  •  3000 Country Club Rd. Paintsville, KY
  • Buffet Lunch
  • Lunch included in registration
 
1:00pm – 3:00pm Webb General Store / Loretta Lynn’s Butcher Holler

Take a step back in time at Webb’s Grocery. The general store is over 100 years old and is currently owned by Loretta Lynn’s brother, Herman Webb. The store was portrayed in the movies “Coal Miner’s Daughter”, “Let It Be War”, and “Fifth Hollar”.

 Butcher Holler, Home of Loretta Lynn

Butcher Holler is home of the world’s most famous coal miner’s daughter, Loretta Lynn. Her birthplace and family home is nestled between two fog shrouded mountains up a ‘holler’ in Van Lear, KY. Loretta, her sisters Patsy and Crystal Gayle, sang songs with attitude and pride. They brought their brand of country music to an admiring public, and gained fame and fortune for themselves and new respect for coal miners everywhere.

  • Jump on shuttle bus to Loretta Lynn’s Butcher Holler (2 mi ride)
  • Small group guided tours / will divide group up

 
 
3:30pm – 4:30pm U.S. 23 Country Music Highway Museum

Country music fans will be intrigued by country music star memorabilia and displays dedicated to the country music entertainers who were born or lived near U.S. Route 23 in eastern KY. Exhibits include Johnson County’s own Chris Stapleton, Loretta Lynn, Crystal Gayle, Hylo Brown and many more artists

  •  120 Staves Branch Rd. Paintsville, KY
  • Self-guided tour
  • Admission included in registration

 
 
4:45pm Arrive and Check In – Ramada Paintsville

  •  624 James S, Trimble Blvd Paintsville, KY 41240
  • Ramada Paintsville
  • Registration included in registration

 
 
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13TH  
 
Continental Breakfast at Hotel
 
8:15am – 8:30am Driver Meeting in Hotel Lobby
 
8:45am Depart Ramada Paintsville
 
9:00am – 11:00am Arrive Mountain Home Place

The Mountain Home Place is an 1850’s working farm. Buildings include a double-pen cabin, one-room school, church, blacksmith shop, and barn. While touring the grounds, you will see many farm animals. Interpreters in authentic period costumes perform daily chores on the farm – sharing information relating to the area during this critical time in America’s history.

  •  745 KY Route 2275 Staffordsville, KY 41256
  • Admission included in registration

 
 
11:00am Depart Mountain Home Place
 
12:30pm Arrive Natural Bridge State Park Resort

No park better embodies Kentucky’s unspoiled wilderness than Natural Bridge, located in the heart of the Daniel Boone National Forest in eastern KY. It has taken nature millions of years to form the natural sandstone arch from which Natural Bridge was named.

  •  2135 Natural Bridge Rd Slade, KY 40376
 
12:30am – 1:30pm Lunch at Sandstone Arches Restaurant

As with all our KY State Parks, delight in the mountainside beauty of Hemlock Lodge and Sandstone Arches Restaurant. You will find this park a kaleidoscope of spectacular natural beauty with each passing season.

  •  Buffet lunch
  • Lunch included in registration
 
1:30pm – 3:00pm Ride the Natural Bridge Sky lift

For a more relaxing climb to natural bridge, enjoy a ride on the skylight. The ascent begins one-half mile from the park entrance and ends within 600 feet of Natural Bridge.

  •  Sky lift included in registration

 
 
3:15pm – 4:30pm Depart / Arrive Ramada Paintsville

  • 624 James S, Trimble Blvd Paintsville, KY 41240
  • Lodging included in registration

 
 
6:00pm Farewell Dinner in Ramada East Room

  •  Buffet dinner
  • Dinner included in Registration

 
 
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14TH
 
Continental Breakfast at Hotel and Check Out
Travel safely home and thank you for joining the MiM – KY 1 Lap 2017

THIS LAP IS SOLD OUT! 

 

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Oct
16
Mon
MiM 1-Lap of Kentucky 2017 Tour 2
Tickets
Oct 16 @ 5:15 pm – Oct 21 @ 12:00 pm

2017 MiM KY 1 Lap (2) –

 October 16 – 21, 2017

EVENT is SOLD OUT

2017 will usher in the 8th annual KY 1 Lap tour, part of the Museum in Motion (MiM) program and unique in that it is a partnership between the National Corvette Museum and the Kentucky State Police. The two organizations will join to raise money for both the Museum and Trooper Island, a KSP non-profit camp for underprivileged children. Each year the Tour explores a different section of Kentucky. As always, the tour will be led by a Kentucky State Trooper, now using a marked red Corvette which is sure to attract attention as the caravan travels through an area of real Americana.  This year we head to Eastern KY where we will learn about coal mining, country music and visit some of our beautiful KY State Parks. Due to overwhelming interest, we are offering this tour 3 consecutive weeks in October.

  • Tour 1 – Oct. 9 Through Oct. 14
  • Tour 2 – Oct. 16 Through Oct. 21
  • Tour 3 – Oct. 23 Through Oct. 28

As with all MiM Tours, space is limited so make sure you sign on to NCM eNews to get the latest information on all events including opening of registration and fees. GPS highly recommended! Questions, contact Karen or Bryce

Registration fee

  • NCM Members – Primary Registrant (driver and car) $1000 / alternate driver $500
  • NCM Non-Members – Primary Registrant (driver and car) $1,050 / alternate driver $550
  • Note: Non-member pricing does NOT include a 1 yr membership to NCM. To become a member – please call Becky at 270-467-8836

 On-line registration closes at 8:00am central time on Tuesday, September 5, 2017

All cancellations will be charged a $5 processing fee per person

No refunds or cancellations after Advance Registration closes

 

2017 MiM –  KY 1 Lap Tour Agenda
MONDAY, OCTOBER 16TH
 
3:00pm – 5:00pm Credential Pick-up

  • NCM Blvd.
 
5:00pm NCM Close
 
5:15pm (CT) Meet n’ Greet Pizza Party

  •  Driver meeting
  • NCM Nostalgia area
  • Included in registration
  • Monday night lodging – Not included in registration
 
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17TH
 
7:30am NCM Opens

  • Stage front circle – Parking Lot A
 
8:00am – 9:00am Depart NCM for NCM Motorsports Park

Participants drive their own car in a lead-follow format for over 4 laps on the 3.2-mile road course above highway speeds. Speed to be determined by pilot car.

  •  Touring laps on the Motorsports Park Track
  • Convertibles allowed and no helmets needed
 
9:00am – 11:00am Drive to KSP Trooper Island

 
 
11:00am – 2:00pm Arrive Kentucky State Police Trooper Island

The adventure begins when the barge is loaded at the mainland and heads toward Trooper Island. Join Kentucky State Police Trooper Island Director, TFC Jonathan Biven (and our tour guide for the week) and get the 1st class tour of Trooper Island.

  •  5970 State Park Rd, Burkesville, KY 42717
  • Trooper Island Tour & Lunch included in registration
 
Change to Eastern Time Zone
 
3:00pm – 5:00pm (EST) Drive to Cumberland Falls State Park
 
5:00pm Arrive Cumberland Falls State Park Resort

The solid hemlock beams and knotty pine paneling complement the massive stone fireplaces in historic DuPont Lodge, one of the most beautiful state park lodges. The rooms offer beautiful views and full amenities including interior corridors. Relax on the beautiful, large observation deck overlooking the Cumberland River winding through the hillside.
 
 6:30pm Buffet Dinner at Riverview Lodge Restaurant

Enjoy the breathtaking view overlooking the Cumberland River as it winds through the hillside while dining

  •  Located in Lodge
  • Dinner included in registration
 
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 18TH   
 
Breakfast Buffet in Riverview Lodge Restaurant

  •  Breakfast included in registration
9:00am – 9:15am Driver Meeting in Hotel Lobby
 
 
9:30am Depart Cumberland Falls State Park Resort

 
 
10:15am – 2:00pm Arrive Big South Fork Scenic Railway

Ride the Kentucky & Tennessee Railway on a three hour, 14-mile round-trip into the Daniel Boone National Forest and Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area. The trip is full of spectacular scenic vistas, lush vegetation, and mountains as it descends 600 feet into the gorge before stopping at the Blue Heron Coal Mining Camp, a National Park Service outdoor interpretive site.

  •  100 Henderson St.  Stearns, KY 42647
  • Train departs at 11:00am from station
  • Box Lunch provided. Meal packed in a souvenir insulated lunch bag and includes Sub Sandwich, Apple Sauce, Nemo’s Chocolate Bunt Cake and Drink. Picnic tables available upon arrival at Blue Heron Coal Mining Camp
  • Admission and lunch included in registration
 
2:15pm – 2:30pm Depart Big South Fork Railway / Arrive Barthell Mining Camp

Dating back to 1902, Barthell was the first of 18 mining camps belonging to the Stearns Coal and Lumber Co. “With love and hard-work, they have reconstructed the Barthell Coal Mining Camp from old photographs along with oral and written history.”

  •  552 Barthell Rd, Stearns, KY 42647
  • Guided tour – guides will take you 300 feet inside the mine
  • Tour included in registration
 
4:30pm – 6:00pm Depart Barthel Mining Camp / Arrive Harland Sanders Café and Museum

The Harland Sanders Café is a historic restaurant located in Corbin, KY.

Colonel Harland Sanders, the founder of Kentucky Fried Chicken, operated the restaurant from 1940-1956. Sanders also developed the famous KFC secret recipe at the cafe during the 1940’s. Sanders sold the café in 1956 and began selling franchises for KFC.

  • 688 US Highway 25 W, Corbin, KY 40701
  • Order at counter
  • Meal on your own

 
7:00 pm – 7:30pm Depart / Arrive at Cumberland Falls State Park Resort

  •  7351 Hwy 90 Corbin, KY 40701
  • Lodging included in registration
 
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19TH
 
Breakfast Buffet in Riverview Lodge Restaurant

  •  Check out of Lodge
  • Breakfast included in registration
 
8:00am – 8:15am Driver Meeting Hotel Lobby
 
8:30am Depart Cumberland State Falls Resort

  •  3 hr. drive to next destination – pit stop will be made available
 
12:00pm – 12:45pm Arrive for Lunch at Angie’s Cast Iron Grill

The finest in local flavor and great home-cooking! This family owned and operated restaurant features the best in southern dining. Overlooking the Paintsville Golf Course adds to the spectacular view.

  •  3000 Country Club Rd. Paintsville, KY
  • Buffet Lunch
  • Lunch included in registration
 
1:00pm – 3:00pm Webb General Store / Loretta Lynn’s Butcher Holler

Take a step back in time at Webb’s Grocery. The general store is over 100 years old and is currently owned by Loretta Lynn’s brother, Herman Webb. The store was portrayed in the movies “Coal Miner’s Daughter”, “Let It Be War”, and “Fifth Hollar”.

 Butcher Holler, Home of Loretta Lynn

Butcher Holler is home of the world’s most famous coal miner’s daughter, Loretta Lynn. Her birthplace and family home is nestled between two fog shrouded mountains up a ‘holler’ in Van Lear, KY. Loretta, her sisters Patsy and Crystal Gayle, sang songs with attitude and pride. They brought their brand of country music to an admiring public, and gained fame and fortune for themselves and new respect for coal miners everywhere.

  • Jump on shuttle bus to Loretta Lynn’s Butcher Holler (2 mi ride)
  • Small group guided tours / will divide group up

 

 
3:30pm – 4:30pm U.S. 23 Country Music Highway Museum

Country music fans will be intrigued by country music star memorabilia and displays dedicated to the country music entertainers who were born or lived near U.S. Route 23 in eastern KY. Exhibits include Johnson County’s own Chris Stapleton, Loretta Lynn, Crystal Gayle, Hylo Brown and many more artists

  •  120 Staves Branch Rd. Paintsville, KY
  • Self-guided tour
  • Admission included in registration

 
 
4:45pm Arrive and Check In – Ramada Paintsville

  •  624 James S, Trimble Blvd Paintsville, KY 41240
  • Ramada Paintsville
  • Registration included in registration

 
 
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20TH  
 
Continental Breakfast at Hotel
 
8:15am – 8:30am Driver Meeting in Hotel Lobby
 
8:45am Depart Ramada Paintsville
 
9:00am – 11:00am Arrive Mountain Home Place

The Mountain Home Place is an 1850’s working farm. Buildings include a double-pen cabin, one-room school, church, blacksmith shop, and barn. While touring the grounds, you will see many farm animals. Interpreters in authentic period costumes perform daily chores on the farm – sharing information relating to the area during this critical time in America’s history.

  •  745 KY Route 2275 Staffordsville, KY 41256
  • Admission included in registration

 
 
11:00am Depart Mountain Home Place
 
12:30pm Arrive Natural Bridge State Park Resort

No park better embodies Kentucky’s unspoiled wilderness than Natural Bridge, located in the heart of the Daniel Boone National Forest in eastern KY. It has taken nature millions of years to form the natural sandstone arch from which Natural Bridge was named.

  •  2135 Natural Bridge Rd Slade, KY 40376
 

 
12:30am – 1:30pm Lunch at Sandstone Arches Restaurant

As with all our KY State Parks, delight in the mountainside beauty of Hemlock Lodge and Sandstone Arches Restaurant. You will find this park a kaleidoscope of spectacular natural beauty with each passing season.

  •  Buffet lunch
  • Lunch included in registration
 
1:30pm – 3:00pm Ride the Natural Bridge Sky lift

For a more relaxing climb to natural bridge, enjoy a ride on the skylight. The ascent begins one-half mile from the park entrance and ends within 600 feet of Natural Bridge.

  •  Sky lift included in registration

 
 
3:15pm – 4:30pm Depart / Arrive Ramada Paintsville

  • 624 James S, Trimble Blvd Paintsville, KY 41240
  • Lodging included in registration

 
 
6:00pm Farewell Dinner in Ramada East Room

  •  Buffet dinner
  • Dinner included in Registration

 
 
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21ST
 
Continental Breakfast at Hotel and Check Out
Travel safely home and thank you for joining the MiM – KY 1 Lap 2017

 

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Oct
20
Fri
2017 Corvette Racing – Presented by Michelin @ AACA Museum
Tickets
Oct 20 @ 5:15 pm – Oct 21 @ 2:15 pm

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

October 20-21, 2017: “NCM Presents the First Annual Corvette Racing Weekend with Doug Fehan and Special Guest Tommy Milner”

Attention all Corvette fans: Mark your calendars for October 20-21, 2017.  The National Corvette Museum is excited to announce we will be welcoming Corvette Racing Program Manager Doug Fehan, and 2-time Le Mans winning driver Tommy Milner for a 2-day celebration dedicated to Corvette Racing. Under Doug’s leadership, Corvette Racing has earned over 100 race victories, 10 team championships, 9 driver championships and 8 victories at the 24 Hours of Le Mans since 1999.

Location: The Antique Automobile Club of America Museum (AACA Museum) 161 Museum Drive Hershey, PA 17033

Friday 10/20 events & schedule:

The Corvette Racing Weekend kicks-off on Friday, October 20, 2017 at 6:30pm with a reception (cash bar) with Doug and Tommy. The duo will recap the 2017 24 Hours of Le Mans during a buffet dinner (cash bar) which will start at 7:15pm. The evening will close with an autograph session.

** Friday / Saturday tickets are $65 Per Person

Rate also includes admission to the AACA Museum.

** Saturday only tickets are available for $25 per person and includes all Saturday activities and admission to the AACA Museum.

Please note that tickets for Friday’s dinner event must be purchased in advance, and no tickets will be sold at the door. Ticket sales for the dinner end on Thursday, October 12, 2017.

Sign up early – limited seating!

Saturday 10/21 events & schedule:

Saturday’s Corvette Racing Day will begin at 9:00am and end at 2:00pm. The day will include:

Doug and Tommy recapping the 2017 Corvette Racing season

The C5-R that Dale Earnhardt raced at the 2001 Rolex 24 Hour on display, thanks to Lance Miller

Auction of Corvette Racing memorabilia

Andy Pilgrim reuniting with the C5-R that he co-drove with Dale and telling what is was like to be his teammate

Kai Spande, Corvette Plant Manager, presenting an update on the latest plant developments

Richard Prince, Official Corvette Racing Photographer, presenting images from the 2001 Rolex 24 Hour

Lee Willard, Chief Michelin Corvette Tire Engineer, speaking on the company’s latest Corvette tire technology

Mobil 1 discussing their latest lubricant formulations

Event will end with an autograph session with Doug and Tommy

On both days, we will be selling NCM merchandise and Corvette raffle tickets.

(Schedule subject to change)
CORVETTE CARAVAN TIME!!!

Make it a weekend club event and caravan in!  There are major hotel chains located within minutes of the Museum, and for those flying in, Harrisburg International Airport is less than a half-hour away. Come early and stay late. Some of the attractions within a few minutes’ drive are:

World-renowned Hotel Hershey

Hershey Chocolate World

Tanger Outlet Center

Numerous Wineries and Micro-breweries

Lancaster and the Amish Community are a short drive away.

 

For tickets, please click on the link below:

CLICK HERE

For More Information about the AACA Museum Visit:

http://www.aacamuseum.org/

We invite you Join the AcAA’s “Caffeine Behind the Scene” Their version of Cars & Coffee

This is your chance to  go “behind the scenes” to see the treasure trove of  Museum vehicles not currently on view in the main galleries as we allow you coveted access to our “Super Secret Storage Garage”.    Suggested donation of $10 / $5 members

Local Lodging:

Hampton Inn & Suites Hershey Near The Park

195 Hershey Road, Hummelstown, Pennsylvania, 17036, (717)566-3369

http://group.hamptoninn.com/NCM-Corvette-Racing

Group Code: CHHncm

Springhill Suites

115 Museum Drive, Hershey, Pennsylvania 17033 (717)583-2222

www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/harsh-springhill-suites-hershey-near-the-park/?toDate=10/21/17&groupCode=twgtwgc&fromDate=10/19/17&app=resvlink

 

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Oct
23
Mon
MiM 1-Lap of Kentucky 2017 Tour 3
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Oct 23 @ 5:15 pm – Oct 28 @ 12:00 pm

2017 MiM KY 1 Lap (3) –

 October 23 – 28, 2017

THIS LAP IS SOLD OUT! 

2017 will usher in the 8th annual KY 1 Lap tour, part of the Museum in Motion (MiM) program and unique in that it is a partnership between the National Corvette Museum and the Kentucky State Police. The two organizations will join to raise money for both the Museum and Trooper Island, a KSP non-profit camp for underprivileged children. Each year the Tour explores a different section of Kentucky. As always, the tour will be led by a Kentucky State Trooper, now using a marked red Corvette which is sure to attract attention as the caravan travels through an area of real Americana.  This year we head to Eastern KY where we will learn about coal mining, country music and visit some of our beautiful KY State Parks. Due to overwhelming interest, we are offering this tour 3 consecutive weeks in October.

  • Tour 1 – Oct. 9 Through Oct. 14
  • Tour 2 – Oct. 16 Through Oct. 21
  • Tour 3 – Oct. 23 Through Oct. 28

As with all MiM Tours, space is limited so make sure you sign on to NCM eNews to get the latest information on all events including opening of registration and fees. GPS highly recommended! Questions, contact Karen or Bryce

Registration fee

  • NCM Members – Primary Registrant (driver and car) $1000 / alternate driver $500
  • NCM Non-Members – Primary Registrant (driver and car) $1,050 / alternate driver $550

 Note: Non-member pricing does NOT include a 1 yr membership to NCM. To become a member – please call Becky at 270-467-8836

On-line registration closes at 8:00am central time on Tuesday, September 5, 2017

All cancellations will be charged a $5 processing fee per person

No refunds or cancellations after Advance Registration closes

 

2017 MiM –  KY 1 Lap Tour Agenda
 
MONDAY, OCTOBER 23RD
 
3:00pm – 5:00pm Credential Pick-up

  • NCM Blvd.
 
5:00pm NCM Close
 
5:15pm (CT) Meet n’ Greet Pizza Party

  •  Driver meeting
  • NCM Nostalgia area
  • Included in registration
  • Monday night lodging – Not included in registration
 
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 24TH
 
7:30am NCM Opens

  • Stage front circle – Parking Lot A
 
8:00am – 9:00am Depart NCM for NCM Motorsports Park

Participants drive their own car in a lead-follow format for over 4 laps on the 3.2-mile road course above highway speeds. Speed to be determined by pilot car.

  •  Touring laps on the Motorsports Park Track
  • Convertibles allowed and no helmets needed
 
9:00am – 11:00am Drive to KSP Trooper Island

 
11:00am – 2:00pm Arrive Kentucky State Police Trooper Island

The adventure begins when the barge is loaded at the mainland and heads toward Trooper Island. Join Kentucky State Police Trooper Island Director, TFC Jonathan Biven (and our tour guide for the week) and get the 1st class tour of Trooper Island.

  •  5970 State Park Rd, Burkesville, KY 42717
  • Trooper Island Tour & Lunch included in registration
 
Change to Eastern Time Zone
 
3:00pm – 5:00pm (EST) Drive to Cumberland Falls State Park
 
5:00pm Arrive Cumberland Falls State Park Resort

The solid hemlock beams and knotty pine paneling complement the massive stone fireplaces in historic DuPont Lodge, one of the most beautiful state park lodges. The rooms offer beautiful views and full amenities including interior corridors. Relax on the beautiful, large observation deck overlooking the Cumberland River winding through the hillside.
 
 6:30pm Buffet Dinner at Riverview Lodge Restaurant

Enjoy the breathtaking view overlooking the Cumberland River as it winds through the hillside while dining

  •  Located in Lodge
  • Dinner included in registration
 
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 25TH   
 
Breakfast Buffet in Riverview Lodge Restaurant

  •  Breakfast included in registration
 
9:00am – 9:15am Driver Meeting in Hotel Lobby
 
9:30am Depart Cumberland Falls State Park Resort

 
 
10:15am – 2:00pm Arrive Big South Fork Scenic Railway

Ride the Kentucky & Tennessee Railway on a three hour, 14-mile round-trip into the Daniel Boone National Forest and Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area. The trip is full of spectacular scenic vistas, lush vegetation, and mountains as it descends 600 feet into the gorge before stopping at the Blue Heron Coal Mining Camp, a National Park Service outdoor interpretive site.

  •  100 Henderson St.  Stearns, KY 42647
  • Train departs at 11:00am from station
  • Box Lunch provided. Meal packed in a souvenir insulated lunch bag and includes Sub Sandwich, Apple Sauce, Nemo’s Chocolate Bunt Cake and Drink. Picnic tables available upon arrival at Blue Heron Coal Mining Camp
  • Admission and lunch included in registration
 
2:15pm – 2:30pm Depart Big South Fork Railway / Arrive Barthell Mining Camp

Dating back to 1902, Barthell was the first of 18 mining camps belonging to the Stearns Coal and Lumber Co. “With love and hard-work, they have reconstructed the Barthell Coal Mining Camp from old photographs along with oral and written history.”

  •  552 Barthell Rd, Stearns, KY 42647
  • Guided tour – guides will take you 300 feet inside the mine
  • Tour included in registration
 
4:30pm – 6:00pm Depart Barthel Mining Camp / Arrive Harland Sanders Café and Museum

The Harland Sanders Café is a historic restaurant located in Corbin, KY.

Colonel Harland Sanders, the founder of Kentucky Fried Chicken, operated the restaurant from 1940-1956. Sanders also developed the famous KFC secret recipe at the cafe during the 1940’s. Sanders sold the café in 1956 and began selling franchises for KFC.

  • 688 US Highway 25 W, Corbin, KY 40701
  • Order at counter
  • Meal on your own

 
 
7:00 pm – 7:30pm Depart / Arrive at Cumberland Falls State Park Resort

  •  7351 Hwy 90 Corbin, KY 40701
  • Lodging included in registration
 
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 26TH
Breakfast Buffet in Riverview Lodge Restaurant

  •  Check out of Lodge
  • Breakfast included in registration
 
8:00am – 8:15am Driver Meeting Hotel Lobby
 
8:30am Depart Cumberland State Falls Resort

  •  3 hr. drive to next destination – pit stop will be made available
 
12:00pm – 12:45pm Arrive for Lunch at Angie’s Cast Iron Grill

The finest in local flavor and great home-cooking! This family owned and operated restaurant features the best in southern dining. Overlooking the Paintsville Golf Course adds to the spectacular view.

  •  3000 Country Club Rd. Paintsville, KY
  • Buffet Lunch
  • Lunch included in registration
 
1:00pm – 3:00pm Webb General Store / Loretta Lynn’s Butcher Holler

Take a step back in time at Webb’s Grocery. The general store is over 100 years old and is currently owned by Loretta Lynn’s brother, Herman Webb. The store was portrayed in the movies “Coal Miner’s Daughter”, “Let It Be War”, and “Fifth Hollar”.

 Butcher Holler, Home of Loretta Lynn

Butcher Holler is home of the world’s most famous coal miner’s daughter, Loretta Lynn. Her birthplace and family home is nestled between two fog shrouded mountains up a ‘holler’ in Van Lear, KY. Loretta, her sisters Patsy and Crystal Gayle, sang songs with attitude and pride. They brought their brand of country music to an admiring public, and gained fame and fortune for themselves and new respect for coal miners everywhere.

  • Jump on shuttle bus to Loretta Lynn’s Butcher Holler (2 mi ride)
  • Small group guided tours / will divide group up

 

 
3:30pm – 4:30pm U.S. 23 Country Music Highway Museum

Country music fans will be intrigued by country music star memorabilia and displays dedicated to the country music entertainers who were born or lived near U.S. Route 23 in eastern KY. Exhibits include Johnson County’s own Chris Stapleton, Loretta Lynn, Crystal Gayle, Hylo Brown and many more artists

  •  120 Staves Branch Rd. Paintsville, KY
  • Self-guided tour
  • Admission included in registration

 
 
4:45pm Arrive and Check In – Ramada Paintsville

  •  624 James S, Trimble Blvd Paintsville, KY 41240
  • Ramada Paintsville
  • Registration included in registration

 
 
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27TH  
 
Continental Breakfast at Hotel
 
8:15am – 8:30am Driver Meeting in Hotel Lobby
 
8:45am Depart Ramada Paintsville
 
9:00am – 11:00am Arrive Mountain Home Place

The Mountain Home Place is an 1850’s working farm. Buildings include a double-pen cabin, one-room school, church, blacksmith shop, and barn. While touring the grounds, you will see many farm animals. Interpreters in authentic period costumes perform daily chores on the farm – sharing information relating to the area during this critical time in America’s history.

  •  745 KY Route 2275 Staffordsville, KY 41256
  • Admission included in registration

 
 
11:00am Depart Mountain Home Place
 
12:30pm Arrive Natural Bridge State Park Resort

No park better embodies Kentucky’s unspoiled wilderness than Natural Bridge, located in the heart of the Daniel Boone National Forest in eastern KY. It has taken nature millions of years to form the natural sandstone arch from which Natural Bridge was named.

  •  2135 Natural Bridge Rd Slade, KY 40376
 
12:30am – 1:30pm Lunch at Sandstone Arches Restaurant

As with all our KY State Parks, delight in the mountainside beauty of Hemlock Lodge and Sandstone Arches Restaurant. You will find this park a kaleidoscope of spectacular natural beauty with each passing season.

  •  Buffet lunch
  • Lunch included in registration
 
1:30pm – 3:00pm Ride the Natural Bridge Sky lift

For a more relaxing climb to natural bridge, enjoy a ride on the skylight. The ascent begins one-half mile from the park entrance and ends within 600 feet of Natural Bridge.

  •  Sky lift included in registration

 
 
3:15pm – 4:30pm Depart / Arrive Ramada Paintsville

  • 624 James S, Trimble Blvd Paintsville, KY 41240
  • Lodging included in registration

 
 
6:00pm Farewell Dinner in Ramada East Room

  •  Buffet dinner
  • Dinner included in Registration

 
 
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28TH
 
Continental Breakfast at Hotel and Check Out
Travel safely home and thank you for joining the MiM – KY 1 Lap 2017

THIS LAP IS SOLD OUT! 

 

 

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Nov
2
Thu
Vets ‘n Vettes presented by Mobil 1 @ National Corvette Museum
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Nov 2 – Nov 4 all-day

Vets ‘n Vettes 

Sponsored by ExxonMobil

Honoring Those Who Fought for Our Freedom

Mobil1

                                                      November 2-4, 2017                                                                      

In 2008 we began a tradition of honoring our veterans with a new event, Vets ‘n Vettes. Thursday kicks off with a full day at the NCM Motorsports Park. Invites will be going out to all our local Veterans in hopes they come to the MSP and catch a ride in a Corvette with another fellow Veteran. Complimentary lunch served to all! With a Meet n’ Greet, road tours, and participation in the Bowling Green Veterans’ Day Parade with lunch afterwards at the local VFW, the event offers veterans, servicemen and women and those who want to support them, a comfortable place to meet and share stories and experiences.

General registration for Vets ‘n Vettes is only $20

Online registration closes at 8:00am central time on Tuesday, October 24. There are no refunds for activities after online registration closes. All activities are open to Event Registrants only. On-line registrants will receive a hard card credential, lanyard, and event pin.

Agenda subject to change – please check back periodically
Thank you!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2
8:00am NCM Opens
 
8:00am – 5:00pm Registration Open

  • Located in Clubroom
  • Advance Registration Pickup
  • Onsite registration available
 
9:00am – 3:00pm Day at NCM Motorsports Park
Enjoy the day at the Motorsports Park with touring laps and karting. Lunch provided at the MSP

  • Offer your corvette to give local Veterans a ride around the track
  • Driver meeting 9:30am – mandatory
  • Unlimited track time
  • Onsite sales for karting experience
  • EVENT REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO DRIVE YOUR CAR ON THE TRACK
 
11:30am – 1:00pm BBQ Lunch Served

·         Free for event registrants and Veterans

·         Buffet open 11:30am – 1pm

·         Pre-Registration is Required

·         Lunch in MSP Garages

 
 
1:00pm – 3:15pm Shuttle from NCM Motorsports Park to Bowling Green’s Greenwood Mall and back

Ladies looking for something extra to do while the men are spending time at the MSP? Jump on our shuttle and go shopping for a few hours.

  • Pick up / Drop off in front of Holley Building at MSP
  • Pre-registration required
  • No-charge

 

5:00pm National Corvette Museum Closes
 
5:15pm Banquet Cash Bar
 
6:00pm – 8:00pm Meet n’ Greet Banquet

Back by popular demand – we are bringing our Meet ‘n Greet back to the NCM!

·         Pre-registration is Required

·         $20 Per Person

  • Pasta Dinner
  • NCM Conference Center
 
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3
 
8:00am NCM Opens.
 
8:00am – 4:00pm Registration Open

  • Located in clubroom
  • Advance Registration Pickup
  • Onsite registration available
 
8:30am – 4:45pm LT1: Old Bardstown Village and Civil War Museum along with Women’s Museum of the Civil War

Full, full day of touring, eating and sipping! First stop at Old Bardstown Village and Civil War Museum. Americas largest and most complete Museums devoted to the Western Theater of the American Civil War. The Museums buildings are adjacent to the Old Bardstown Village, a collection of ten original 18th & 19th century log structures that for a Colonial period settlement along Bardstown Museum Row. Lunch followed by touring at Barton’s 1792 Distillery.

·         Old Bardstown Village and Civil War Museums

·         Pre-Registration Required

·          $25 Members / $28 Non-Members

·         Buffet Lunch at Stephen Foster Restaurant

·         Barton 1792 Bourbon Distillery tour

·         Drive your own Corvette

·         Approximately 190 miles round trip

 
 
11:30am – 2:00pm LT2: Federal Grove Restaurant

Want a shorter touring day? At Federal Grove, we invite you to “Taste the Kentucky South”. That simply means the finest old fashioned, southern style food, served in an elegantly country setting.

·         475 East Main Street, Auburn, KY 42206

·         Pre-Registration required

·         Lunch – 2 meats / 3 sides / rolls / beverage / dessert

·         Registration fee:

·         Guided Road Tour

·         Drive your own Corvette

·         $18 Members / $23 Non-Members

 

5:00pm National Corvette Museum Closes
 
5:00pm – 10:00pm VFW Bingo

·         Play Bingo every Friday night at the VFW Post 1298 from 5-10pm. Call 270-535-5236 for more information.

·         Location: 1965 KY-185, VFW Post 1298, KY
 
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4
 
8:00am NCM Opens
 
8:00am – 9:00am Registration open in Clubroom
 
8:15am – 8:30am Event Group Photo

  • On NCM Logo Circle
  • Photo’s available for purchase after parade
  • NCM Blvd
 
8:30am – 8:45am Driver Meeting

  • NCM Front Circle
 
8:45am Depart NCM Front Circle to Bowling Green Veterans Day Parade
 
9:00am – 10:00am Arrive at Parade Staging area and prep cars
 
10:00am Parade Begins

·         Candy throwing is allowed

·         No revving of motors while on parade route

·         Return to NCM at end of parade
 
11:45am – 1:00pm LT3: VFW Annual Fish Fry
VFW will also be hosting their 6th annual fish fry Saturday, Nov 4 from 12:00pm – 5:00pm. Open to all! All proceeds go to the KY Wounded Hero’s program.

  • Advance Registration required
  • $10 registration fee
  • Stage front circle after parade – caravan to VFW from NCM
  • Leave on your own
 
1:30pm – 3:30pm Free Guided Road Tour – GTO Heaven

** Private Collection **

Enjoy a short ride to Phil Wheeler’s GTO Heaven. See Phil’s private collection of Classic Cars and Motorcycles along with various memorabilia of different signage, models, etc. A must-see for all!

·         Guided Road Tour

·         Stage NCM Front Circle
 
5:00pm National Corvette Museum Closes

Click here to register

 

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Jan
24
Wed
MiM Daytona Rolex 24 presented by Michelin @ Daytona International Speedway
Tickets
Jan 24 @ 12:00 am – Jan 29 @ 12:00 am

2018 MiM Daytona Rolex 24

 January 24 – Jan 29, 2018

Museum in Motion Tours bring Corvette enthusiasts together to enjoy driving their Corvettes and visiting new, unique, interesting and exciting venues. The Museum events season kicks off with a tour originating in Daytona Beach and ending with the Daytona Rolex 24. The first race of the 2018 WeatherTech season is a must for race fans as well as for the serious competitors.

Tour participants will visit unique Florida attractions before settling in for 3 days of immersion in Corvette Racing at Daytona as part of the Corvette Corral.

As with all MiM Tours, space is limited so make sure you sign on to NCM eNews to get the latest information on all events including opening of registration and fees. GPS and/or family band radios highly recommended! Questions, contact Karen @ 270-467-8804 or Bryce @ 270-

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Apr
26
Thu
Michelin NCM Bash @ National Corvette Museum
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Apr 26 – Apr 28 all-day

2018 NCM Bash Sponsored by Michelin

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April 26-28, 2018

The Bash marks the beginning of the NCM on-site event season and is one of our largest annual events.

Activities include scenic road tours including visits to old favorites and new attractions, special seminars, 2 Car Shows, autograph sessions, access to Customer Assistance Center, talk to the CorvetteMechanic, participate in a raffle drawing, and win memorabilia at a live benefit auction.  Also back by popular demand are the Women’s Garage Party presented by women engineers from GM, This event will see the return of members of the Corvette Race Team, the always popular Ladies’ Oasis, and the Bash banquet.  You also have the opportunity to participate in NCM golf with members of the Corvette design team and Corvette Racing.

Join us at our new Motorsports Park for touring laps. Feel free to go over and watch as Corvettes they take to the track to learn what their cars can do

Make sure you are signed onto NCM eNews to get the latest on event registration and updates. On-line registration includes the event dash plaque, lapel pin and a personalized badge & lanyard.  Many of the event activities sell out quickly so it’s important to register early.

Watch for registration to open up in November 2017

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Apr
29
Sun
MiM Dragon Run @ Biltmore Estate
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Apr 29 @ 12:00 am – May 2 @ 12:00 am

Spring in the Smokies, Tail of the Dragon and Biltmore all combined in one great MiM tour. Once again we hit the road, leaving Bowling Green and heading East to run the famous TN-129, aka Tail of the Dragon. This year again, we will be staying at the beautiful Biltmore Inn on the Biltmore Estate grounds. The Monday Biltmore visit includes a specially arranged early morning photo op of the cars in front of the manor house followed by breakfast in the Biltmore Stable Café adjacent to the house. Included in our Biltmore plans are your choice of 1 specialty tour: The Legacy of the Land Tour, Rooftop Tour, Wine & Chocolate or the Upstairs/Downstairs Tour. Lunch will be at the Deer Park Restaurant on the grounds. After hours – enjoy a special private guided tour of the Mansion. New friends will be made while enjoying one of the most beautiful areas of the country during the colorful spring season. GPS as well as two-way radios highly recommended!

Please be sure to check out our customized MiM Merchandise

This event will have a very limited number of openings so you want to make sure you are signed onto NCM eNews to get the latest information on event registration and updates.

 

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May
17
Thu
C4 Gathering @ National Corvette Museum
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May 17 – May 19 all-day

2018 C4 Gathering
May 17-19, 2018

The National Corvette Museum hosts the C4 Gathering along with the ZR-1 Net Registry http://www.zr1netregistry.com/, and the Grand Sport Registry http://www.grandsportregistry.com/.  Open to all those interested in the 4th Generation Corvette, these two organizations and the NCM are working to bring participants activities, seminars,  and information specific to their interest in this generation of Corvette.

Check back for Registration in Early 2018

 

 

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Community and Educational Events

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Nov
1
Wed
Military Appreciation Month @ National Corvette Museum
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Nov 1 – Nov 30 all-day
Military Appreciation Month @ National Corvette Museum | Bowling Green | Kentucky | United States

Each November the National Corvette Museum “salutes” members of the American armed forces as well as police and firefighters by offering complimentary admission to them and immediate accompanying family. Just show proof of service at our admissions counter to receive the offer – with our gratitude.

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Nov
1
Thu
Military Appreciation Month @ National Corvette Museum
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Nov 1 – Nov 30 all-day
Military Appreciation Month @ National Corvette Museum | Bowling Green | Kentucky | United States

Each November the National Corvette Museum “salutes” members of the American armed forces as well as police and firefighters by offering complimentary admission to them and immediate accompanying family. Just show proof of service at our admissions counter to receive the offer – with our gratitude.

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November 2017 – November 2018 Nov 2017 – Nov 2018

 

Car Shows & Corvette Events

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Anniversary Celebration
Anniversary Celebration @ National Corvette Museum
Aug 31 – Sep 2 all-day
Anniversary Celebration @ National Corvette Museum | Bowling Green | Kentucky | United States
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2017 NCM 23rd Anniversary Celebration and Hall of Fame Induction Aug 31 – Sept 2, 2017 In the 2 decades since the Museum opened the scope of the vision has blossomed to include changes such …

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Corvettes on the River – Four Rivers Corvette Club – All Corvette Show
Corvettes on the River – Four Rivers Corvette Club – All Corvette Show @ Paducah Expo Center
Sep 8 – Sep 9 all-day
Corvettes on the River - Four Rivers Corvette Club - All Corvette Show @ Paducah Expo Center | Paducah | Kentucky | United States
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Corvettes on the River – All Corvette Show The 16th annual Corvettes on the River show will be held indoors at the Paducah Expo Center. Show Location: Paducah Expo Center – 1 Executive Blvd, Paducah, …

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Vettes at the Beach
Vettes at the Beach @ Pensacola Beach, FL
Sep 8 – Sep 9 all-day
Vettes at the Beach @ Pensacola Beach, FL
Tickets
Miracle Strip Corvette Club 15th Annual ‘Vettes At The Beach’ Over 250 Corvettes representing all 7 Generations. Incredible view … Corvettes and the sugar white sandy beach on the Gulf of Mexico. Registration includes dinner for 2 …

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9
Hope Box Derby Car Show
Hope Box Derby Car Show @ Wright's Summit Parkway
Sep 9 all-day
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This unique event takes place in Fort Wright on the second Saturday in September. The annual fundraiser benefits the Pike Street Clinic in Covington, Kentucky which serves the homeless population of Northern Kentucky by providing …

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Nashville Corvette Club “Touch of Gold” Car Show
Nashville Corvette Club “Touch of Gold” Car Show @ O'More College Of Design
Sep 9 all-day
Nashville Corvette Club "Touch of Gold" Car Show @ O'More College Of Design | Franklin | Tennessee | United States
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Come join us for the Nashville Corvette Club “Touch of Gold ” charity car show taking place at the beautiful O’More College of Design campus in Franklin TN. Corvettes and all other classes of cars …

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Ohio Corvette Club Alliance Annual All Corvette Gathering
Ohio Corvette Club Alliance Annual All Corvette Gathering @ Downtown Lancaster, OH
Sep 9 – Sep 10 all-day
Ohio Corvette Club Alliance Annual All Corvette Gathering @ Downtown Lancaster, OH | Lancaster | Ohio | United States
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Show Time: 10am-3pm Dash Plaques to first 500 Corvettes. Door prizes, silent auctions, multiple 50/50 drawings, Stan the Man at the D.J. Turntable, National and Local Corvette Vendors of parts, accessories and services. Historic Downtown …

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Top Flight Corvette Club
Top Flight Corvette Club @ Winegardner Chevrolet
Sep 9 all-day
Top Flight Corvette Club @ Winegardner Chevrolet | Fort Washington | Maryland | United States
Tickets
Proceeds go to Charity Gates open at 9AM Registration Fee $20- Vendors, Door Prizes, Goody Bags for Adults and children
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Nebraska Corvette Association All Corvette Show 8:00 am
Nebraska Corvette Association All Corvette Show @ West Gate Bank
Sep 10 @ 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
Nebraska Corvette Association All Corvette Show @ West Gate Bank | Lincoln | Nebraska | United States
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The Nebraska Corvette Association with over 210 members, will feature their Annual “All Corvette Show. This will be held in Lincoln, NE from 8:00-3:00. Last year we had 240 Registered Corvettes from 8 States, and …

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Wine and Wheels 8:00 am
Wine and Wheels @ Pizzadili Vineyard and Winery
Sep 10 @ 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
Wine and Wheels @ Pizzadili Vineyard and Winery | Felton | Delaware | United States
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The show will be held at the Pizzadili Vineyard and Winery. There will be a live band along With a DJ. We will have food and a vendor area. The winery will be open for …

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American Freedom Corvette Caravan
American Freedom Corvette Caravan @ Auto Nation I-40 West
Sep 11 all-day
American Freedom Corvette Caravan @ Auto Nation I-40 West | Amarillo | Texas | United States
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Patriotic Cruise and short ceremony to honor all first responders. Auto Nation I-40 West. Corvettes only please. Gathering of Corvettes: 4:00pm Ceremony: 5:15pm Groups leave for fire stations at 5:45pm
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Cape Fear Corvettes – Corvette Show
Cape Fear Corvettes – Corvette Show @ Independence Mall
Sep 16 all-day
Cape Fear Corvettes - Corvette Show @ Independence Mall | Wilmington | North Carolina | United States
Tickets
NCM Attending
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MiM National Parks Tour 3:00 pm
MiM National Parks Tour @ ** Sold Out **
Sep 17 @ 3:00 pm – Sep 23 @ 11:00 am
MiM National Parks Tour @ ** Sold Out **
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MiM ‘National Parks Tour’ September 17th – 23rd The NCM’s Museum in Motion heads west for a spectacular National Parks Tour. Headed up with the assistance of the Lone Star Texas Corvette Club – we …

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Santa Clara Corvette SPECTACULAR 8:00 am
Santa Clara Corvette SPECTACULAR
Sep 17 @ 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Santa Clara Corvette SPECTACULAR @ Los Altos | California | United States
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Santa Clara Corvettes is pleased to announce our Annual Corvette Spectacular Car Show on Main Street of Los Altos, CA. One of the largest gatherings of show Corvettes on the West Coast, this year’s Spectacular …

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Corvettes Limited of Central Georgia All General Motors Annual Car Show
Corvettes Limited of Central Georgia All General Motors Annual Car Show @ Five Star Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, Buick
Sep 23 all-day
Corvettes Limited of Central Georgia All General Motors Annual Car Show @ Five Star Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, Buick | Warner Robins | Georgia | United States
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All General motors car show brought to you by Corvettes Limited of Central Georgia and Five Star Chevrolet. Gm Bodied cars/trucks only with no restriction on year or body style. Show starts at 8 am. …

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Corvette Racing Banquet 6:15 pm
Corvette Racing Banquet @ Embassy Suites By Hilton Seaside, CA **REGISTRATION OPEN**
Sep 23 @ 6:15 pm – 9:00 pm
Corvette Racing Banquet @ Embassy Suites By Hilton Seaside, CA **REGISTRATION OPEN** | Seaside | California | United States
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Corvette Racing Banquet at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Registration Closed – We have a limited # of seats available Please Contact Ruth Marston – 408-221-6535 or at the Corvette Corral, Friday & Saturday Please …

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MiM National Parks Tour 2 3:00 pm
MiM National Parks Tour 2 @ ** SOLD OUT **
Sep 24 @ 3:00 pm – Sep 30 @ 11:00 am
MiM National Parks Tour 2 @ ** SOLD OUT **
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2017 MiM ‘National Parks Tour’ 2  September 24 – 30, 2017 Museum in Motion Tours bring Corvette enthusiasts together to enjoy driving their Corvettes and visiting new, unique, interesting and exciting venues. Join us as …

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Natural Glass Corvette Association’s Annual Open Car Show 8:00 am
Natural Glass Corvette Association’s Annual Open Car Show @ Konner Chevrolet
Sep 24 @ 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
Natural Glass Corvette Association's Annual Open Car Show @ Konner Chevrolet | West Caldwell | New Jersey | United States
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This is a charitable show to benefit Children’s Specialized Hospital, HelpHopeLive, The Wounded Warrior Project, The Marine Corps League and the National Corvette Museum. There are 22 judged classes that include Corvettes, Antiques, Muscle Cars, …

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Battlefield Corvette Club All Corvette Cruz-In
Battlefield Corvette Club All Corvette Cruz-In @ Radley Chevrolet
Sep 30 all-day
Battlefield Corvette Club All Corvette Cruz-In @ Radley Chevrolet | Fredericksburg | Virginia | United States
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9th annual Battlefield Corvette Club All Corvette Cruz-In. This event is to be held at Radley Chevrolet, Fredericksburg, VA. Pre-registration is $20. Day of the event registration is $25. Rain date will be 07OCT2017. All …

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Vettes In Perfection Fall Corvette Cruise In 10:00 am
Vettes In Perfection Fall Corvette Cruise In @ Lakeside Farms
Sep 30 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Vettes In Perfection Fall Corvette Cruise In @ Lakeside Farms | Ballston Lake | New York | United States
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9/30/17 (Saturday) Fall Corvette Cruise In by Vettes in Perfection (rain date 10/1/17) at Lakeside Farms, 336 Schauber Rd (Exit 11 of Rte 87 [Northway] West on Co Rte 80 to Lake Rd), Ballston Lake, …

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