Activity Level: 3
Saunter down the unpaved streets of yesteryear at The Collection on Palmetto, Museum of antique automobiles and engines. The antique automobiles of The Collection on Palmetto date from 1886 to 1952, with special attention paid to the Brass Era, from 1896-1969.
See the Benz Patent Motorwagen, the first modern car. Find out how the assembly line changed our country. Listen to the sound of steam. Sit behind the wheel of a 1917 Dodge. Discover why electric cars were all the rage…in the early 1900s.
Observe the beauty and power of early twentieth century automotive design and engineering. From the first modern car, the 1886 Benz Patent Motorwagen, to the 1952 Allard J2X, the British car with an American engine, many different unique cars are on display. But vintage automobiles are just the beginning. Experience live steam and discover how our country steered bravely toward industry on the wheels of innovation.
We will have a 1 ½ hour docent led tour.
After our tour we will have a LUNCH (OYO) stop at Westfield Countryside Mall in Clearwater. Many restaurants – Bacon Street Diner, PF Changs, Cheesecake Factory, Red Robin, BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse and food court.