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Location
Best time
Mark your calendar for the 3rd Sunday of each month - this is the only day the museum is open to the general public. Many reviewers mention difficulty remembering this schedule, so planning ahead is essential.
Visitor tip
Watch the Ford vs. Ferrari movie and read about Carroll Shelby before your visit to enhance your appreciation of the collection. Multiple reviewers recommend this preparation to 'get into the groove' and understand the historical context.
Visitor tip
Take advantage of the knowledgeable volunteer docents who roam the museum - they're praised as friendly, enthusiastic, and happy to answer questions about the cars and memorabilia. Don't hesitate to ask, as reviewers note staff genuinely enjoys sharing their expertise.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Automotive Museum
- Focus
- Shelby American sports cars and racing history (1960s-1968)
- Collection Size
- 32 vehicles and 4,000+ artifacts
- Hours
- 3rd Sunday of each month, plus special events and private tours
What visitors say
Really recommend reading about Carol Shelby and watching the Ford Vs. Ferrari movie to get into the groove, Some really cool cars, very friendly and knowledgeable volunteers and a great 20 minute movie about the history of the brand.…
Superb collection of Carroll Shelby's finest. Some of the rarest examples of Sports and Racing cars In a unique setting.
If you are a Carroll Shelby fan, you really need to stop by. Very well curated museum with plenty of roving docents to answer any and all questions you may have. From the humble beginnings of the AC Ace to the world beating GT40’s, this…
From 51 Google reviews
Did You Know?
- The museum houses 32 Shelby American vehicles including rare models like the Cobra, GT40, Daytona Coupe, GT350, and GT500, spanning from the AC Ace to world-beating GT40s
- The museum contains over 4,000 Shelby American artifacts including original factory machinery, memorabilia, publications, and workshop equipment across 25,000 square feet of exhibit space
- The museum operates on a limited schedule, open only the 3rd Sunday of every month, and hosts 40 events per year including specialized events like 'Driving Manual' and 'Cars, Kids & Coffee'
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