Press Releases
Speedway received Tourism Development Award
The Smith Collection Museum of American Speed was recently honored with the 2011 Tourism Development Award from the Lincoln, Nebraska Chamber of Commerce.
Widely recognized as one of the premier automotive museums in the world, the Smith Collection Museum of American Speed earned the Tourism Development Award in recognition of its efforts to attract tourists to the city of Lincoln. The museum welcomes thousands of visitors each year and has made Lincoln a destination for automotive enthusiasts from across the country and around the globe. The museum has also played a key role in attracting major automotive events to the area, including the Hot Rod Super Nationals and SCCA Pro Solo Finale.
Founded in 1992, the Smith Collection Museum of American Speed represents more than six decades of passion and dedicated involvement in racing and hot rodding by founders "Speedy" Bill and Joyce Smith. Much more than a car collection, the museum celebrates the quest for performance and technological innovation that has captivated millions of Americans since the dawn of the automobile. The spacious three-story facility is located adjacent to Speedway Motors in Lincoln, Nebraska, and showcases the world's largest collection of vintage and exotic racing engines, dozens of historic race cars and specialty vehicles, and thousands of pieces of vintage speed equipment and memorabilia.
The Smith Collection Museum of American Speed is a federally recognized 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization. Learn more about the museum and tour times at MuseumofAmericanSpeed.com.
Your LIA Lady,
Julia
What do you do for Halloween???
Gerry Kerna attempts every year to grow a larger pumpkin then she did the year before. This year her Chuck the Pumpkin beats her previous record of 611. Chuck weighs in at 779 lbs and was escorted to many car shows back in Gerry's home town. She explained to us how they very carefully put her new pumpkin in the back of her truck. What a great way to celebrate the Halloween Holiday. How many pumpkin pies would you think that this pumpkin would produce? Anyone care to make an guess... Thank you Gerry for sharing your photo.
Your LIA Lady,
Julia
2011 Ridler award winner...
Bruce and Judy Ricks from Sapulpa, Ok. are this years 2011 Detroit Autorama Ridler winners with their flawless 1956 Ford Suncammer. Its a Sunliner with a Ford 427 SOHC motor which were called Cammer motors, thus calling their ride Suncammer. Steve Cook Creations from Oklahoma City, Ok. is responsible for this breath taking '56 soft top. Almost every square inch of sheet metal has been reworked turning it into the beauty before your eyes.
Your LIA Lady,
Julia
Ladies, Ladies, Ladies ... Important Announcement!
LIA Magazine at Shades of the Past
Hey all you ladies I have an important announcement! For those of you that are into the car show scene. You need to attend the Shades of the Past on September 10th and 11th at the Dollywood Splash Country. This year LIA Magazine will be on hand to pick a lady owned vehicle for their show pick. We need all you ladies to show up and be accounted for at this event. You won't be disappointed in the trophy that you'll receive. Looking forward to seeing all you ladies at the 2010 Shades of the Past show!
Your LIA Lady,
Julia
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