Women in Automotive History – Second Thursday Talk, April 2021
April 2021 Second Thursday Talk Women in Automotive History – Remarkable women in the automotive industry and how they’ve affected the car you currently drive. Historically, the automobile industry has had a reputation of being a man’s territory, however, there are some pretty innovative and influential women that have played
2019 Second Thursday Talks: Erwin “Cannonball” Baker
Erwin “Cannonball” Baker, Thurs., Dec. 12. Record-setting motorcycle racing pioneer. Presented by Museum Volunteer George Canavan
2019 Second Thursday Talks: Billy Durant
Billy Durant. Thurs., Oct. 10. The colorful genius who created General Motors. Presented by automotive historian William N. Cathey, Ph.D. William N. Cathey retired in 2012 as Vice Provost and physics professor at the University of Nevada, Reno. His career at UNR began in 1967.
Second Thursday Talk – Automobile Oddities
The National Automobile Museum's topic for this Second Thursday Talk will feature a presentation on Automobile Oddities. A lighthearted look at automobile and accessory oddities.
2019 Second Thursday Talks: Virgil Exner
Virgil Exner Visionary designer and corporate savior. Presented by Museum Docent Norm MillerNorman L. Miller has been a docent at the National Automobile Museum for 15 years. He is a member of the Society of Automotive Historians and the Automobile License Plate Collectors Association and has judged for the Museum
Second Thursday Talk – Joan Cuneo
Joan Cuneo, Racing hero who paved the way for other women. Women’s History Month Presented by Museum President and Executive Director Jackie Frady
Second Thursday Talk – John DeLorean and the Gold DeLorean
John DeLorean and the Gold De Lorean. The golden boy and the golden dream. Presented by Museum Automotive Collections Manager Jay Hubbard, 1:30 – 2 p.m. Museum Theatre, Followed by Refreshments
Second Thursday Talk – McPherson College’s One-of-a-Kind Program
McPherson College’s One-of-a-Kind ProgramThe only school offering a bachelor’s degree in Auto Restoration.Presented by Museum Docent Craig Williams
