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Museum of American Speed The Museum of American Speed is dedicated to preserving, interpreting and displaying physical items significant in racing and automotive history. ft.
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Founded by “Speedy” Bill and Joyce Smith, the Museum of American Speed is dedicated to preserving, interpreting and displaying physical items significant in racing and automotive history. The vast collection resulted from the Smiths’ personal involvement in racing and hot rodding for more than six decades, and their lifelong passion for collecting and preserving historic automotive artifacts. The museum is a federally recognized 501(c)3 Private Foundation and currently encompasses more than 150,000 sq. over three levels. Located in Lincoln Nebraska on the Speedway Motors campus, the Museum of American Speed is one of Nebraska's best kept secrets and has a large collection of unique, one of a kind racing engines, automobilia, pedal cars, and toys.

From Hollywood to the racetrack. Movie star Kirk Douglas chats with promoter J.C. Agajanian and driver Billy Vukovich at...
10/16/2026

From Hollywood to the racetrack. Movie star Kirk Douglas chats with promoter J.C. Agajanian and driver Billy Vukovich at the 1968 Rex Mays 300 in Riverside, California.

Just one of thousands of historic images preserved in the American Speed Archive. Find more photos here: https://brnw.ch/21x6th2

Join us at the Museum of American Speed on October 31st from 8am - 12pm for a special Trunk-or-Treat Cars & Coffee event...
10/14/2026

Join us at the Museum of American Speed on October 31st from 8am - 12pm for a special Trunk-or-Treat Cars & Coffee event! Check out amazing cars, grab a coffee and donut, and let the kids collect treats from decorated vehicles.

This may be the most famous portrait of one of the most famous sprint car drivers of all time. Jan Opperman dominated th...
10/02/2026

This may be the most famous portrait of one of the most famous sprint car drivers of all time. Jan Opperman dominated the 1970s in both talent and popularity and became the poster boy for the sprint car outlaw.

Discover this incredible piece of motorsports history and more through the American Speed Archive, https://brnw.ch/21x684n

đźš— On this day in automotive history, the Ford Model T changed the world.When the first Model T rolled into public view i...
10/01/2026

đźš— On this day in automotive history, the Ford Model T changed the world.

When the first Model T rolled into public view in 1908, it wasn't just a new car. It was the beginning of a transportation revolution. Affordable, durable, and simple to maintain, the "Tin Lizzie" put America on wheels and helped shape the modern automotive industry.

At the Museum of American Speed, the Model T's legacy lives on through an incredible collection of vehicles, engines, parts, accessories, and automobilia that tell the story of one of the most influential automobiles ever built. From original components to rare collectibles, these artifacts reveal how the Model T became the foundation for generations of builders, racers, innovators, and enthusiasts.

Visit us and explore the machine that helped drive America forward.

Just a reminder, starting tomorrow, October 1st we will start our winter hours!The museum will be open Mondays, Fridays ...
09/30/2026

Just a reminder, starting tomorrow, October 1st we will start our winter hours!

The museum will be open Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays from 10 am to 4:30pm.

Cars & Coffee is ON tomorrow from 8 am to 12 pm, rain or shine! Bring your favorite ride, enjoy a FREE donut and cup of ...
09/25/2026

Cars & Coffee is ON tomorrow from 8 am to 12 pm, rain or shine! Bring your favorite ride, enjoy a FREE donut and cup of coffee, and spend the morning surrounded by awesome cars and people. We'll see you there!

Join us this Saturday from 8am to 12pm for our September Cars & Coffee! Learn More: https://brnw.ch/21x5UOy
09/23/2026

Join us this Saturday from 8am to 12pm for our September Cars & Coffee!

Learn More: https://brnw.ch/21x5UOy

09/22/2026

National Rod & Custom Car Hall of Fame ceremony coming up October 17th
You can buy a ticket and join the festivities.
The Museum of American Speed will be open for guests to see all 350,000 feet of this amazing place. Dinner is included with ticket
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1994958777406?aff=oddtdtcreator

2026 inductees

Builders-Alan Johnson and Cole Foster
Journalist/photographer-Damon Lee
Manufacturer/business -Dennis Overholser Painless Performance
Painter-Doug Jerger -Squeeges
Interior/upholstery -Ron Mangus
Metal shaper -Bobby Walden
Artist/designer -Tom Fritz
Owner/collector-Wes and Vivian Rydell
Builder of the Year -Brandon Flanner East Bay Speed & Custom
Lifetime Achievement Award- Corky Coker
Museum of American Speed East Bay speed & custom Damon Lee Squeeg's Kustoms Cole Foster Johnsons Hot Rod Shop Tom Fritz Art Painless Performance Products Ron Mangus Walden Hammerworks Corky Coker Rydell's Toy Shop

From incredible vehicles and great entertainment to unforgettable memories with family and friends.A special thank you t...
09/16/2026

From incredible vehicles and great entertainment to unforgettable memories with family and friends.

A special thank you to our sponsors, Endurance, Pump & Pantry and Ironside Construction for helping make this event possible at Victory Lane Omaha this Friday! Your support helps create a first-class experience for every guest while bringing our community together to celebrate a shared passion for automotive history.

Address

599 Oak Creek Drive (GPS)
Lincoln, NE
68528

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4:30pm
Friday 10am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(402) 323-3166

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