September 5th: Event Details

 

Explore 6 buildings across 30,000+ square feet filled with automotive treasures, including a 1910 Rock Island steam locomotive, Hugh Hefner's former limousine, and a 1938 LeTourneau Steel House (historic landmark). This museum began as a car collector's warehouse in 1977 and grew into Peoria's unofficial history repository.

🎪 SPECIAL TREAT: Experience the famous singing Barbershop Quartet of Presidents (Nixon, Ford, Carter, Reagan) and see the "Bricks in Motion" giant LEGO display in the new 2021 exhibit building!

Practical Details:

• Address: 1710 W Woodside Dr, Dunlap (Peoria), IL 61525

• Admission: Adults $12, Seniors (65+) $10, Children (6-17) $6, Under 6 FREE

• Open: Wednesday-Sunday 12 PM - 5 PM (our event is 1-5pm)

• Visit Duration: Most guests spend 2.5-3 hours

• Special Features:

  • Singing Presidential quartet performances

  • Resident blacksmith demonstrations (Noon-4 PM)

  • Operating Lionel train layout

  • Interactive exhibits and period music

• Food Bank Partner: Midwest Food Bank

• Parking: Free on-site parking

Stay tuned for pictures and videos from this day of the Feed the Hungry Tour!