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HISTORIC CARS RETURN FOR ANNUAL HOMECOMING EVENT

Model T Museum to host Vintage Campers

RICHMOND, Ind. – Model T Homecoming returns to Richmond’s Historic Depot District on
Saturday, June 7, beginning at 8 a.m. The event, hosted by the Model T Ford Club of America
(MTFCA) and the Model T Museum, will bring together historic car enthusiasts from across the
nation to benefit the Model T Museum. The event is free and open to the public.
Homecoming will be held at the Model T Museum and includes a historic car show, a swap
meet, educational seminars and several family-friendly activities. The museum will hold an open
house of both buildings with free admission.
This year, Homecoming will feature a special exhibition of vintage campers, a unique and varied
collection of the earliest form of take-along travel accommodations. The owners will share
stories and information about their campers in a special presentation at 11:30.
Educational seminars will be led by George Akin and Milt Roorda at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
in the museum Vintage Garage. Additional mechanical and auto demonstrations will take place
throughout the day.
The car show will showcase gasoline and electric vehicles manufactured before 1940.
Participation is free and open to historic car owners. No pre-registration required.
A variety of vendors will sell antique car parts and historic artifacts at the swap meet. Swap
meet vendor spaces are available. The deadline to register deadline is May 29.
The museum is located at 309 N. 8 th St.

CONTACT
Rachel Hughes
Executive Director
[email protected]

New bridge opening soon…

It's a new year and the new U.S. 27 bridge is ready to open! The new bridge in downtown Richmond is expected to open to traffic on or after Wednesday, Jan. 8 after the morning commute. The new and improved bridge includes city signage and the Richmond star, creating a signature backdrop for a growing downtown. Thanks for your patience during construction.

Another idea for New Years Eve..

Looking for winter outdoor adventures?

❄️ Winter Visitor Challenge at Cope! 🐦

Explore the frosty beauty of Cope Environmental Center this winter with our Winter Visitor Challenge! Here’s how to join in:

1️⃣ Hit the Trails: Bundle up and take a walk through our scenic property.

2️⃣ Spot the Wonders of Winter: Look for winter wildlife like woodpeckers, squirrels, or even animal tracks in the snow.

3️⃣ Snap & Share: Capture a photo of your favorite winter discovery and post it on social media.

Whether it’s a hidden trail gem or a wintry wildlife encounter, we can’t wait to see your adventures! 🌿📸

Plan your visit today—adventures awaits! 🥾✨

Our trail system is open 365 days a year dawn to dusk!

This looks like fun! 21 and up…. Let the Fall adventures begin!

Join us for an unforgettable night at Cope Environmental Center’s Spiders and Ciders October 18th starting at 6:30 pm! This 21+ event is packed with excitement, featuring a hard cider-tasting trail, live music, local food trucks, and storytelling by the fire. Enjoy s’mores, explore the night on a guided hike, and test your spider knowledge with a fun game of spider jeopardy. Perfect for a date night or a laid-back evening with friends, this is the first event in our new series, The Great Outdoors. Don’t miss out—grab your tickets now and make it a night to remember! https://visitcope.org/events/the-great-outdoors Thank you to our presenting sponsor Advanced Duct Cleaning for sponsoring Spiders & Ciders!

Live in Richmond Indiana! Local amazing talent!

We are thrilled to have met and exceeded our single ticket sales goal for this incredible production! Don't miss the last weekend of ROCK OF AGES! ONLY 3 performances left! Get your tickets HERE: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=229821
(Photo credit: Melise Bain)

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