Schedule of Events

Grand Opening Free Day: August 16th Celebration

August 8-9	Dedication Center Muralist John Gable Interview Opportunities
Muralist John Gable's colorful mural now is installed in the Hall of Fame's Dedication Hall. The 65' mural depicts the 100-plus years of the motor vehicle industry's global impact on culture and lifestyles. The Maine-based artist and former GM designer will be in town on August 8-9 for print, radio and TV interviews; in the interim, interviews by phone can be arranged. Color photos of the mural and 3/4-inch (video only) B-roll videotape of the mural and Gable are available.
August 8-9	Automotive Hall of Fame Inductee and Race Car Driver Carroll Shelby Interview Opportunities
August 8-9	"Aeropede" Sculpture Artist Klaus Berner Interview Opportunities
Klaus Berner is a Detroit area sculptor with a studio/shop in Pontiac, Michigan. His unique "Aeropede" interactive sculpture, inspired by Leonardo Da Vinci's 200-year-old vision of personal transportation. Berner is available for interviews during installation and on August 8-9. Color photos of sculpture and artist are available.
August 9	Grand Opening Gala Reception: Live Cybercast Sneak Preview
This elegant black tie fundraiser on Saturday evening, August 9, is the Automotive Hall of Fame's inaugural event. Responses are arriving daily from senior officers of the worldwide motor vehicle industry -- including the Big Three, European and Japanese manufacturers, as well as industry supplier executives, prominent politicians, Hall of Fame Inductees such as Carroll Shelby, and government, civic and community leaders. A short program is scheduled for 7:15 p.m, and The Auto Channel will be cybercasting from the event here from 6:30 - 8pm. The interactive exhibits and noteworthy dignitaries will offer excellent opportunities for print, radio and TV interviews, as well as live radio and TV remotes. Contact the Hall of Fame's PR office for arrangements.
August 11	Media Preview
The official media preview of the new Automotive Hall of Fame will be on Monday, August 11, beginning with a media briefing at 10:30 a.m. Tours follow at 11:00 a.m., with a reception/luncheon at 12 noon. Hall of Fame executives and officers, as well as representatives of the companies responsible for design and construction of the building and exhibits, will be on hand for print, radio and TV interviews, as well as live radio and TV remotes. Contact the Hall of Fame's PR office to reserve.
August 12	Travel & Entertainment Media Preview
A special preview for travel and entertainment media on Tuesday, August 12 will begin with tours at 11:30 a.m., followed by a luncheon program at 12:30 p.m. Hall of Fame executives, as well as representatives of companies responsible for design and construction of the building and exhibits, will be on hand for print, radio and TV interviews. Live radio and TV remotes also can be arranged. Call the Hall of Fame's PR office to reserve.
August 16	Grapnd Public Opening Celebration/Free Day
The public is invited to a free "test drive" of the new Automotive Hall of Fame on Saturday, August 16 from 12 noon to 7:00 p.m. Open ceremonies at 11:15 a.m. will feature music from renowned Henry Ford Band, flags and costumed children representing the top 15 countries in motor vehicle production, an elaborate balloon launch, an array of dignitaries and fun for the entire family. Hall of Fame executives and officers, as well as representatives of companies responsible for the design and construction of the building and exhibits, will be on hand for print, radio and TV interviews. Live radio and TV remotes also can be arranged.
Starting August 17	Open to the Public Daily

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