Over 170 classic & vintage vehicles on display
5 connected buildings house the largest classic car museum in the Northeast - over 170 in all, ranging from the turn-of-the-century through the early 1970s. Rare and one-of-a-kind vehicles are displayed alongside many favorite models. The largest collection of Franklin automobiles (made in Syracuse, NY) is on display, as is an exhibit of Cars Made In New York State, Post-War Era Cars, Pre-War Vehicles, and much more. Special exhibit changes yearly. Period fashions, WWI & WWII airplane engines, original videos and more. Open 7 days per week from 9am-5pm; handicap accessible, groups rates available by pre-booking.
Keywords: classic car, vintage car, Franklin, Duesenberg, Auburn, Cord, Chevy, car museum, Ford,
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
We have been in business since May, 1997.
What is your primary product or service?
We primarily exhibit classic and vintage vehicles, but also maintain a gift shop with unique gifts and vintage items.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We are unique in our area and the largest in the Northeast.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
We have one location, comprised of 5 connected, climate-controlled buildings which house over 165 classic and vintage vehicles.
Provide detailed directions to your location
We are located on NYS Route 23, near intersection of NYS Route 12, approximately 1 hour north of Binghamton, 1 hour south of Utica, 1 hour south east of Syracuse & 45 minutes west of Oneonta/Cooperstown.
What type of payments do you accept?
We accept cash, check, money order, traveler's check, VISA, Mastercard, American Express, & Discover.
Which areas do you service?
We have guests from all over the world.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
We are a 501(c)3 not-for-profit, run by 5 paid staff, approximately 80 volunteers, and overseen by a 20+ member Board of Trustees.
What are your hours of operation?
We are open 7 days per week from 9am-5pm. We are closed only on Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year's Days.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
"That was amazing!" when guests leave, or that they can't wait to tell their friends and come back every year to see the next rotating exhibit.