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Curator's Choice
Participant #385
Year, make, and model: 1929 Austin 7
Owner: Thomas Booth
City, State: Birmingham, MI
Participant #348
Year, make, and model: 1927 Ford Model A Tudor
Owner: David West
City, State: Johnstown, OH
Grand Champion 1869-1918
Participant #4
Year, make, and model: 1902 Curve Dash Oldsmobile
Owner: Don Martin
City, State: Dearborn, MI
Grand Champion 1819-1932
Participant #559
Year, make, and model: 1932 Daimler Double-Six Martin Walter Sport Sedan
Owner: Leslie Driest
City, State: Troy, MI
Autos Through 1908
1st Place: Participant #4
Year, make, and model: 1902 Curve Dash Oldsmobile
Owner: Don Martinb
City, State: Dearborn, MI
2nd Place: Participant #36
Year, make, and model: 1907 Wolfe Touring
Owner: Harry Pearce & J. Holcomb
City, State: Shelby Twp., MI
1909-1912
1st Place: Participant #109
Year, make, and model: 1911 Hudson
Owner: Tony Pienta
City, State: Portage, MI
2nd Place: Participant #77
Year, make, and model: 1910 Buick
Owner: Roger Melton
City, State: Bloomfield Village, MI
1913-1918
1st Place: Participant #135
Year, make, and model: 1913 Ford Model T Roadster
Owner: Arnold Escher
City, State: Gregory, MI
2nd Place: Participant #206
Year, make, and model: 1918 Oldsmobile 45 A Touring
Owner: Vern & Doris Campbell
City, State: Milan, MI
3rd Place: Participant #210
Year, make, and model: 1918 Oldsmobile 45 A Touring
Owner: Jeff Griffin
City, State: Kokomo, IN
1919-1924
1st Place: Participant #247
Year, make, and model: 1923 Chevrolet Superior Touring
Owner: Roger Schoer
City, State: Sidney, OH
2nd Place: Participant #265
Year, make, and model: 1923 Kissel Roadster
Owner: Ron Haussman
City, State: Bloomfield Hills, MI
1925-1927
1st Place: Participant #319
Year, make, and model: 1926 Ford Model T Touring
Owner: Eric MacLeod
City, State: Kalamazoo, MI
2nd Place: Participant #314
Year, make, and model: 1926 Ford Model T Runabout
Owner: Gordon Koll
City, State: Rockford, MI
3rd Place: Participant #302
Year, make, and model: 1926 Chrysler G 70 Roadster
Owner: Frank Cook
City, State: Kenton, OH
1928-1929
1st Place: Participant #366
Year, make, and model: 1928 Ford Model A Tudor
Owner: Michael Boyle
City, State: Howell, MI
2nd Place: Participant #403
Year, make, and model: 1929 Ford Model A Phaeton
Owner: Joseph Mareckil
City, State: Macomb, MI
3rd Place: Participant #441
Year, make, and model: 1929 Willys-Knight 66B Phaeton
Owner: Al Giddings
City, State: Pray, Montana
1930-1932
1st Place: Participant #559
Year, make, and model: 1932 Daimler Double-Six Martin Walter Sport Sedan
Owner: Leslie Driest
City, State: Troy, MI
2nd Place: Participant #513
Year, make, and model: 1931 Ford Model A Cabriolet
Owner: Timothy Wiggins
City, State: Aurora, IL
3rd Place: Participant #546
Year, make, and model: 1931 Ford Model A Tudor
Owner: Frank J. Sobecki Jr.
City, State: Belleville, MI
Commercial
1st Place: Participant #702
Year, make, and model: 1928 Ford Model AA Dump Truck
Owner: Ted & Louann Selle
City, State: Turner, MI
2nd Place: Participant #717
Year, make, and model: 1931 Ford Model AA Tank Truck
Owner: George Wacker
City, State: Manchester, MI
3rd Place: Participant #702
Year, make, and model: 1929 Ford Model A Pick-up
Owner: Carl Ruby
City, State: Clarkston, MI
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With so much to see and do, you'll need more than one day. With our complete vacation packages, planning your vacation is a snap.
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September 11-12, 2010 (Open Saturday 'til 9pm)
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America's Longest Running Antique Car Show
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This Old Car Festival weekend, take in the spectacle as the streets and grounds of Greenfield Village are filled with the sights, sounds, and smells of hundreds of authentic vehicles from the 1890s through 1932. Enjoy a self-guided tour through this fabulous expositions and talk to proud owners about their treasured vehicles. Watch drivers engage in games of skill, see a Model T assembled in just minutes, attend fascinating presentations, and sit back and enjoy our experts sharing "car talks" while vintage vehicles pass by.
In this 60th year of the Old Car Festival, we celebrate the diversity of the early automobile industry and feature the electric and steam powered automobiles that shared the American roads with their gasoline internal combustion engine counterparts.
Old Car Festival is free to members and free with Greenfield Village admission.
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Click here to view 2010 participant information
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GENERAL EVENTS
Benson Ford Research Center Open House
Saturday 9am-5pm
(Click here to learn more.)
Bicycle games
Presented by the Wheelmen
2pm
In front of Wright Cycle Shop
1920s Auto Touring
Special in-depth presentation about early car camping with historian Daniel Hershberger
12:30pm & 3:30pm
Next to Scotch Settlement School
Car Games
Competition in early motoring skills
11:30am-4pm
Walnut Grove
Automobile demonstrations
Learn about the evolution of the automobile and many of its accessories that we take for granted today
Presented by historian Wade Leonard.
Noon, 1pm, 2:30pm & 3:30pm
Walnut Grove
Canadian Model T Assembly Team
Watch a Model T be assembled in minutes!
12:30pm & 3pm
PASS-IN-REVIEW PARADES
Join historians Marty Bufalini, Bob Casey, David Liepelt, Glenn Miler and Ross Hill
Reviewing stand near Thomas Edison statue
Saturday, September 11
11am – Bicycles
Noon – Steam and Electric Cars
What we consider to be “alternative power sources” today, were readily available choices among motorists in the early days of the American automobile industry. Lean more about these steam and electric powered cars. Join Bob Casey, Curator of Transportation at The Henry Ford as he tells the amazing story of these cars and their manufacturers.
1pm – Comercial Vehicles and Automobiles through 1924
6pm – Running of the 1903 Packard “Old Pacific” & the 1901 “Sweepstakes” replica originally built by Henry Ford.
In the early days of the automobile industry, many companies gained public acceptance by proving their vehicles could achieve unusual feats of performance.
In August, 1903, this Packard “Old Pacific” made a trans-continental "path finding" race record between San Francisco and New York, after thirty attempts by others had failed. Tom Fetch, Packard's plant foreman, with Marius Krarup, drove the 3500 miles in only 61 days, breaking the July record of his only rival, Dr. H.N. Jackson in a Winton, by three days! They carried lengths of log chain for use on the wheels in obstinate ruts and a pick and shovel to cut roads along hillsides - because no highways existed anywhere en route.
Dr. Jackson left San Francisco on May 23, arriving in New York on July 23; Tom Fetch left San Francisco on June 20, arriving in New York on August 21.
Sunday, September 13
11am – Bicycles and Motorcycles
Noon – Steam and Electric Cars
12:30pm – Running of the 1903 Packard “Old Pacific”& the 1901 “Sweepstakes” replica originally built by Henry Ford.
1pm – Automobiles 1925-1932
4:30 – Awards Ceremony to immediately follow last Pass-in-Review
AWARDS CEREMONY
Presentation of judging awards following final Pass-in-Review Parade.
Sunday, September 13
4:30pm
Reviewing stand near Thomas Edison statue
SPECIAL SATURDAY EVENING EVENTS
Concert and Dancing
Featuring The Hotel Savarine Society Orchestra performing favorite dance tunes of the 1920s.
7pm
Reviewing stand near Thomas Edison statue
Gaslight Parade of Cars
Take in the sights of hundreds of pre-1932 automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, and bicycles as they take to the streets of Greenfield Village after dark amid an array of gaslight, kerosene, and early electric lamps.
7pm
Fireworks show
9pm
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SPECIAL EVENTS
Running of the 1903 Packard “Old Pacific” & the 1901 “Sweepstakes” replica originally built by Henry Ford.
In the early days of the automobile industry, many companies gained public acceptance by proving their vehicles could achieve unusual feats of performance.
In August, 1903, this Packard “Old Pacific” made a trans-continental "path finding" race record between San Francisco and New York, after thirty attempts by others had failed. Tom Fetch, Packard's plant foreman, with Marius Krarup, drove the 3500 miles in only 61 days, breaking the July record of his only rival, Dr. H.N. Jackson in a Winton, by three days! They carried lengths of log chain for use on the wheels in obstinate ruts and a pick and shovel to cut roads along hillsides - because no highways existed anywhere en route.
Dr. Jackson left San Francisco on May 23, arriving in New York on July 23; Tom Fetch left San Francisco on June 20, arriving in New York on August 21.
HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES
Junior Driver’s Ed
Pedal cars for children 6 & under
All day (until 7pm Saturday)
Near Roundhouse
Model T Rides
Ford Motor Company Building
*Additional Fee Applies
Meet "Lizzie"
Climb in a Model T and learn the history, social significance and operational basics
of a Model T.
10-11:30am Saturday and Sunday
Near Entrance of Greenfield Village
SPECIAL DEMOSTRATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
Steam and Electric Car Display
Village Green
Kissel Gold Bug Display
Next to Town Hall, along Main Street
DRAMATIC PRESENTATIONS
Simply Broadway
A new 30-minute music and comedy revue
11:30am, 12:45pm, 2:15pm & 3:30pm
Town Hall
Model T Medley
A 10-minute music medley with a dash of Model T humor.
11:45am & 2:30pm
(plus 5:30pm & 6pm on Saturday)
Behind Scotch Settlement School
1929 Medley
A 15-minute music medley to celebrate The Henry Ford!
1pm
Behind Scotch Settlement School
LIVE MUSIC
Cole Porter Medley
A 10-minute medley tunes and other favorites
by Porter performed by the Greenfield Singers.
12:30pm and 3:15pm (Plus 6:45 Saturday)
Town Hall
The Model Three, a male trio
The talented tenor, baritone, and bass who make up The Model Three sing beloved songs from the 1890s through the 1930s complete with period harmonies.
5:45pm on Saturday
Town Hall
11:30am and 2:45pm (plus 4:45 on Saturday)
Near Model T Leading Dock
The Village Trio, a female trio
The talented soprano, mezzo soprano, and alto who make up the Village Trio sing beloved songs from the 1890s through the 1930s complete with period harmonies and nostalgic dance moves.
11:15am (plus 4:45pm Saturday)
Town Hall
3pm (plus 5:45pm on Saturday)
Near Model T Leading Dock
Silver Strings Dulcimer Society
11:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm and 4:00pm
Bandstand near Covered Bridge
IDEAS & INNOVATIONS LECTURE SERIES
Ideas & Innovations Lecture & Book Signing
September 11, 2010
Anthony Yanik, author of Maxwell Motor: And the Making of Chrysler Corporation, will be speaking and signing copies of his book on September 11, 2010, in the Martha Mary Chapel at 1 PM. Books will be available for sale before and after Mr. Yanik’s talk. The lecture is free with Village admission or membership.
(Click here to learn more.)
Ideas & Innovations Lecture & Book Signing
September 11, 2010
Dan Johnson’s first book, The Detroit Electric Scheme, is already drawing rave pre-publicaton reviews. Be among the first to buy this historical mystery “set against the fascinating backdrop of the burgeoning electric car industry" when the author reads excerpts from the book during Old Car Festival at 4pm in the Village Pavilion. The book is "filled with strong historical detail and dozens of real-life characters," including a seventeen-year-old Edsel Ford. Mr. Johnson will speak about some of his "research adventures," take questions and sign copies of the book. Copies of the book will be on sale before and after the talk.
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All activities are free with Village admission.
MEMBERS free of charge
NON-MEMBER SENIORS age 62 & up, $21
ADULTS age 13-61, $22
YOUTH age 5-12, $16
CHILDREN 4 & under are free.
Parking is $5 per vehicle.
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Greenfield Village is spread over dozens of acres-- comfortable clothing and comfortable shoes are a must. A large portion of activities are held outdoors, rain or shine. Dressing for the weather is a must. Bring umbrellas / rain gear and prepare for a wide range of temperatures, especially if you will be staying into Saturday evening. Folding chairs are also recommended for those who cannot stand for long periods.
Wheelchairs are available for a small fee at the Village entrance. Electric scooters are also available for a fee, but only in limited supply. Wheelchairs and scooters are rented on a first come, first served basis-- plan to arrive early if you need to rent them. You are welcome to bring your own wheelchair or scooter, however, upright scooters (Segways) are not allowed on premises.
Children's wagons are also available to rent for a fee at the Village entrance. You are welcome to bring your own stroller or wagon, however, recreational scooters, bicycles or in-line / in-sole skates are not allowed inside the Village gates.
Bring a camera; photography is allowed in all areas of the Village.
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Tickets to Greenfield Village are available online, through The Henry Ford Call Center (open 7 days a week, 9am - 5pm) 313-982-6001 and at all admissions counters. Tickets can be mailed when reservations are made 2 weeks or more in advance. Tickets purchased less than 2 weeks out will be held at Village Will Call.
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The Henry Ford is located in Dearborn, Michigan on the corner of Village Road and Oakwood Boulevard, just west of the Southfield Freeway (M-39) and south of Michigan Avenue (US-12).
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The Henry Ford
20900 Oakwood Blvd.
Dearborn, MI 48124-4088
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From the East or West via I-94:
Take I-94 to the Oakwood Blvd exit; go north on Oakwood. The Henry Ford is 2.5 miles from the exit on the corner of Village Rd and Oakwood Blvd.
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From the South via I-75:
Exit to northbound Southfield Freeway (M-39), drive 4.1 miles to Oakwood Boulevard (Exit 4). Left on Oakwood and drive 1.8 miles.
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From the North via Southfield Road (or I-96):
Take Southfield Freeway (M-39) South 4.5 miles past I-96 and exit at Michigan avenue (Exit 6). Continue on the Southfield service drive (veer left) for .5 miles. At the first stop light, turn right onto Village Road (through the iron gates) and drive 3/4 miles.
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Metro-Detroit often has major construction projects. Please check the following sites for the latest on construction areas and road closures.
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Michigan Department of Transportation
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AAA Traffic & Construction Report
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