Guest JeffreyShively Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 During the 1990s, Muncie, Indiana was the host to several “Hoosier Motor Musters,” shows that displayed only Indiana-built cars. After a few years, the show dropped off the map. As the Director of Development for the Kokomo Automotive Museum, I would like to revive that concept for the summer of 2014 to use as our museum’s signature event. We have the largest collection of Haynes and Appersons in the country, so Kokomo is a logical site. I’d like to invite all Indiana makes, from Anderson to Zimmerman, big or small, to this event. The question that I have on this forum is simple. Is there enough interest in Indiana-built cars to bring people from all over the country for an annual show? Please let me know what you honestly think.Jeffrey ShivelyDirector of Development for the Kokomo Automotive MuseumKokomo, Indiana Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVE A Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Speaking for myself and my Crosleys, I would be interested depending on the date. Crosley Nationals is always the second Saturday in July. As long as you avoid that and other major shows, I think we could find a few Crosleys for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
durant frank Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 Hi Jeffrey.....We have a 1920 Durant B-22 touring that was built in Muncie. Depending on the dates we may be able to bring it to the meet........Frank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
West Peterson Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 Perhaps you can time it so it coincides by a day or two with the AACA national meet that will be held in Auburn on May 11, 2013.Edit. Nevermind, i just re-read your post, which mentions 2014 date. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Moskowitz Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 Jeffrey,Hopefully you understand that people who won antique cars have a myriad of opportunities to go to car shows of all types. Your goal of wanting people fromall over the country is admirable but you need to take into account that after gas, tolls, hotel rooms and food this is no inexpensive proposition for car owners. The key for you is to find the right hook to bring people to your event. Too often event organizers do not consider the car owner needs and wants in their planning and execution. Best of luck...hopefully you can visit us at our Auburn meet next year! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D Yaros Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 I live in WI, and would attend. However, I may not be representative, as I was born/raised in the Hoosier state. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Dobbin Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 On one of the Great American Races, someone in Indiana gave me a booklet about all the cars made in Indiana. A really impressive list. Good luck in resurrecting the show. Other responders have offered good advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarrsCars Posted November 24, 2012 Share Posted November 24, 2012 I think when you consider the heavy guns, Auburn, Cord, Duesenberg, Studebaker, etc., that the average car guy may know are from Indiana, let alone the myriad smaller marques, you definitely have the potential for "interest." Having planned various events, several in Indiana actually, I can offer the advice that for first-year events, or even those just a few years in, for the need to allow a period to build audiences and attendance. Plan for a slow first few years in your budget, planning and advertising. If at all possible, do the event during another large local affair such as a county fair, art walk, etc. If you can draw on an audience that is already in town you will do much better than expecting attendees to travel specifically for an as-yet-unproven event. Also, get as many car clubs, car blogs, local news and the like to promote your event early on, make a facebook page dedicated to the event and so forth to allow interaction with the public and younger crowd too.Coincidentally, I posted this query about 7-months ago here, if you have any info I would be most appreciative.http://forums.aaca.org/f156/info-gordon-buehrigs-personal-car-327172.htmlI would be happy to do some write-ups and promotion for you on my own car blog as the event nears. Please get in touch any time either through the message function on this site or through the blog if that suits you. Good luck and have fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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