Kearney Classic Car Collection plans grand reopening, announces new name

As part of its rebranding, the Kearney attraction will host a grand reopening with a week of events.

Activities include evening themed car shows, a drive-in movie and on-site Internet automotive personalities as part of the celebration.

In addition to all the entertainment this week, The American Automobile Experience will host several automotive internet personalities on Thursday, June 27, including YouTube creator Westen Champlin. “Farmtruck” and “AZN,” the stars of Discovery Channel’s drag racing show. “Street Outlaws” will be on hand Saturday evening, June 29, to sign autographs and meet fans.

The rebranding program includes these thematic gatherings at auto shows:

Tuesday, June 25 — 5 to 8 p.m.: Ribbon cutting with Governor Jim Pillen and Muscle and Pony Car Night.

Wednesday June 26 — 5 p.m.-8 p.m.: First responders evening and car show from the 50s, 60s and 70s.

Thursday, June 27 — 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.: street rod, rat rod and truck show with celebrity guest Westen Champlin.

Friday June 28 — 5 p.m.-8 p.m.: Exotic car and Corvette evening.

Saturday June 29 — 8 a.m.-12 p.m.: Car and coffee event, welcoming all classes of vehicles.

Saturday, June 29 — 5 p.m.-9 p.m.: Celebrity guests “Farmtruck and AZN” from Discovery’s Street Outlaws.

Saturday, June 29 (9 p.m.): The American Automobile Experience will host a drive-in screening of the film “Cars 3.”

“We are thrilled to announce the grand reopening of The American Automobile Experience, formerly known as The Classic Car Collection. Our grand, week-long reopening event promises to ignite the passion of automotive enthusiasts,” said Brad Kernick, President of The American Automobile Experience. “We look forward to welcoming the community and connecting with automotive enthusiasts of all ages.” »

Visitors to The American Automobile Experience will find authentic vignettes, artwork, mannequins and other items. We embrace and use technology through interactive displays to illustrate the many effects that automobiles have and continue to have on our lives. The museum has recreated a 1950s gas station with period tools and modern appliances, which show the progression of sophistication and technical progress. A drive-in theater screen and display also incorporates the original ticket booth from the local Kearney Drive-In.