"The Automobile is the Art"
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News & Views for the Car Enthusiast! |
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From the Desk of Darrel Burnett
Executive Director
I think you will agree that May is the month that signals a fresh start. Grass turns green….trees begin to bud… flowers blossom and, often, so does romance. Reflecting this refreshing outlook, 80% of all marriages take place between the months of May and October which brings me to one of the most important and enduring marriages in history. Exactly 104 years ago today, May 2nd, 1918, General Motors purchased fledgling Chevrolet. Had that not occurred, forget the “Heartbeat of America” Chevrolet wouldn’t have even had a pulse. Can we even fathom a world without Chevrolet?
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I wish I could report that it was “love at first sight.” Let’s just agree that it was “love as a last resort.” William C. Durant and J. Dallas Dort had founded General Motors 10 years before and installed Durant as president. Within 2 years, grumpy investors showed Durant the door. Desperate to regain control, Durant formed Chevrolet Motor Company with race car driver Louis Chevrolet in 1911, and then engineered a sneaky reverse merger to acquire a controlling stake in GM. Durant wasted no time in using his new-found power to reclaim the president’s seat….. only to be ousted again in 1919. Durant left. Chevrolet stayed. More than a century removed from the scorched earth of the early days, today’s Chevrolet represents a staggering 50% of GM's total global sales and has for a long time. If you want to see what that looks like spelled out……..that’s $61,000,000,000 a year in sales!
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Just like Chevrolet picked up the pieces, we did too at The Automobile Gallery & Event Center about two years ago when we inherited baskets, buckets, and a bandaged up 1971 Chevrolet Camaro Z28. This project wasn’t a restoration, it was a resuscitation. Here’s a quick glance at the phenomenal transformation you will see in my Steering Column later this month. |
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Don’t miss Darrel Burnett’s Steering Column coming to an inbox near you May 16th…..From Basket Case to Brilliance….The Amazing Rebirth of a 1971 Camaro Z28!
If you aren't signed up for it, let us know HERE (scroll to the bottome of the page)
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The Automobile Gallery & Event Center takes great pride in showcasing young and old. On this day it happened all at the same time. 5-year-old Lena Enderby fell in love with our 1918 Dort race car which was born 99 years before she was!
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Honoring a True American Trailblazer – Janet Guthrie!
The number 29 plays a significant role at this year’s 106th running of the Indianapolis 500. The race will be run May 29th. Exactly 45 years ago to the day, May 29th, 1977, Janet Guthrie became the first woman in history to race in the Indy 500. As fate would have it, engine problems intervened, and she finished….29th on the 29th.
Now 84, Janet Guthrie’s racing helmet and suit are on permanent display at the Smithsonian. Janet has been inducted into the International Motorsports Hall of Fame, International Women’s Sports Hall of Fame and the Sports Car Club of America Hall of Fame. The Automobile Gallery & Event Center salutes this great American trailblazer!
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Packard was the first car company to put power seats in an automobile. In a constant battle with Cadillac for the title of America’s greatest luxury car, Packard offered power seats in its entire lineup of cars way back in 1947, a full 6 years after being the first company to offer power windows in 1941.
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The Automobile Gallery & Event was honored to be selected for the City of Green Bay’s 2021 Mayor’s Beautification Award. Green Bay Mayor Eric Genrich presented the award to Gallery Board of Directors Vice President Becky Lewis and Executive Director Darrel Burnett at a ceremony April 27th honoring the construction and renovation of the Automobile Gallery’s new 8,500 sq. ft. Pavilion which opened July 15th, 2021.
For the past 52 years, the Mayor of Green Bay has honored individuals, businesses and organizations that enhance the beauty of the City of Green Bay. This is the second time in seven years that The Automobile Gallery & Event Center has been honored with this prestigious award.
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In the photo (left to right): Mayor Eric Genrich, Darrel Burnett, Becky Lewis
Photo taken by Shelby Edlebeck, Green Bay Social Media Specialist
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Automotive Artist Michael Sponholtz |
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We are honored to have the breathtaking art of Michael Sponholtz on display at The Automobile Gallery & Event Center. Our visitors are captivated by the incredible detail of Sponz’ paintings including the beautiful tribute to our late Founder William “Red” Lewis and his beloved 1949 Oldsmobile Futuramic 98 which is on permanent display in our new addition. |
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“Sponz”s” works are commissioned by the finest automotive museums in the world and recently caught the attention legendary car aficionado Jay Leno at the Savoy Museum in Cartersville, GA. |
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CARes for the Community comes to The Automobile Gallery & Event Center!
Our area leaders have generously allowed us to display their extraordinary vehicles all in the name of raising money for our area's youth services.
If you're interested in participating, contact us at inquire@theautomobilegallery.org!
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Celebrate with us Sir Paul McCartney’s 80th Birthday!
Get Your Tickets While You Still Can!
June 15th The Automobile Gallery & Event Center is celebrating Sir Paul McCartney’s 80th birthday at the Meyer Theatre and you’re invited! It promises to be a night you’ll never forget as nationally renowned Beatles tribute band American English takes the stage for the first time ever at the Meyer playing the Beatles legendary hits including a special birthday tribute featuring hits from Paul McCartney’s solo career.
Get your tickets now before April 15th before they go on sale to the public! Save and get the best seats at www.theautomobilegallery.org or by calling (920) 437-9024.
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Win this Exclusive Beatles Box Set! |
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Includes:
- The complete Beatles 16-album collection!
- 252-page Beatles history book in color
- Digital download of entire collection to ensure the value of the collection (never have to open the original collection)
This collectors' edition is valued at $1,750. All you need to do is purchase a ticket to the American English concert to be automatically entered into the drawing(must be present to win)!
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After celebrating Paul McCartney’s birthday at the Meyer Theatre, the celebration continues Saturday, June 18th at our 5th annual Cars & Guitars Car Show. Experience Food, Fun, Live Music and more at The Automobile Gallery & Event Center. Sign up your car today!
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Memberships at
The Automobile Gallery
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We have memberships for individuals, couples, families, and corporations!
All memberships include:
- Unlimited visits to the Gallery for one year
- Discounts on all gift shop purchases
- Discounts on Special Event Tickets
- Early ticket sales for special openings and special events
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The Automobile Gallery is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to the enjoyment and enrichment of our visitors and community. Becoming a member of The Automobile Gallery helps support its mission, which in part is to educate, inspire and share the passion of the automobile with others. Through the generosity of memberships, donations, admissions and event income, The Automobile Gallery will continue for generations to come as one of the finest galleries of its kind in the country.
You may support The Automobile Gallery by making a gift to our endowment fund. This endowment will provide funding in perpetuity for the Gallery to serve the community through various educational programs, exhibits, and interactive learning environments to teach the history of the American Automobile.
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Joyce-Lyn & Steve Altieri
Brent Baker
James Bednarowski
Christopher Boland
Ann & Steve Bradford
Kaleb Cieslewicz
Grant De Broux
Joe Griffiths & Family
Michael Sullivan &M2Logistics
Keith Obermiller & Family
Tom & Dawn Olejniczak
Jeff & Cheryl Tyndall
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Contemporary Automobile Gallery and Event Venue Where
"The Automobile is the Art"
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Gallery open 9:00am - 3:00pm daily, hours subject to change.
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