Ride to Ypsilanti Automotive Heritage Museum (Ypsilanti)

Ride to the Ypsilanti Automotive Heritage Museum (Ypsilanti) with lunch at the Sidetrack Bar & Grill.

Join us for a relaxed group ride to nearby Ypsilanti, Michigan.  Meet at the dealership at 10:30 AM for a pre-ride safety meeting and KSU at 10:45 AM.  We'll have lunch at the Sidetrack Bar & Grill, which is across the street from the museum.  The Sidetrack Bar & Grill is a lively, historic Ypsilanti landmark known for great burgers, craft drinks, and a warm, brick‑lined pub atmosphere.

The Ypsilanti Automotive Heritage Museum celebrates the city’s rich manufacturing history and its role in producing Hudsons, Kaiser‑Fraziers, and the iconic Chevrolet Corvair. Located in the original 1920s Hudson Sales & Service building, the museum is packed with authentic displays, historic vehicles, and memorabilia that highlight Ypsilanti’s unique place in American automotive culture.

Key Attractions & Exhibits

• Hudson Dealership Showroom
• Preserved exactly as it appeared decades ago, complete with period signage, tools, and sales materials.
• National Hudson Motor Car Company Display
• Showcases Hudson’s engineering innovations, racing heritage, and the famous “step‑down” design.
• Willow Run / WWII Manufacturing Exhibit
• Highlights Ypsilanti’s role in wartime production, including the massive Willow Run plant that built B‑24 Liberators and later automobiles.
• Tucker & Kaiser‑Frazer History
• Exhibits covering the nearby Willow Run plant’s postwar production of Kaiser‑Frazer vehicles and its connection to Preston Tucker.
• Corvair Heritage Collection
• A deep dive into the Corvair’s development, engineering, and local production legacy.

Notable Antique & Historic Vehicles

• Hudson Hornets (including racing variants)
• Hudson Terraplane
• Kaiser and Frazer sedans
• Chevrolet Corvairs (multiple models and years)
• Tucker‑related artifacts and prototypes
• Vintage service vehicles and dealership equipment

Tickets:  $5 adults, FREE for children 12 and under

Destination
Ypsilanti Automotive Heritage Museum
100 E Cross St, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
734.482.5200
http://ypsiautoheritage.org/

Each member is responsible for their own museum admission ticket, meal, beverage, and gratuity.

Be aware, all rides and events are subject to change or cancellation due to weather or other circumstances beyond our control.