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Events

 

This webpage is for events that the Museum will participate in or sponsor during this year.

For a complete list of events go to the Museum Calendar.

NW Vintage Car & Motorcycle Museum Events

Mark your calendars

 

 

 

JUNE
Museum Open Weekends! Sign up for docent duty, call Doug Nelson at 503-399-0647
29 - All Comers Car and Motorcycle Show (The Rendezvous)
High School Show area separate from adults

JULY
Museum Open Weekends! Sign up for docent duty, call Doug Nelson at 503-399-0647
8 - Education Comm. Meeting, Chalet, noon
19 - Swap Meet set-up
20 - Swap Meet/Car Show
27 & 28 - Powerland Steam Up

AUGUST
Museum Open Weekends! Sign up for docent duty, call Doug Nelson at 503-399-0647
3 & 4 - Powerland Steam Up

SEPTEMBER
Museum Open Weekends! Sign up for docent duty, call Doug Nelson at 503-399-0647
18 - Education Comm. Meeting, Chalet, noon

OCTOBER
Educational Presentation: TBA, Doug Towsley

NOVEMBER
1- Education Comm. Meeting, Chalet, noon
DECEMBER
6 - Presentation: “Movie Night”

MEMBER/BOARD MEETINGS are the 3rd Wednesday of each month, 6:30 pm at the Texaco Service Station on the Powerland grounds. Everyone is welcome!

 

 

 

Movie Night Back by Popular Demand!                    By Doug Nelson

 

 

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December 7 will be our 2nd annual "Movie Night," a follow-up of last year’s very popular event starring amoug others, Jerry Grulkey and a cast of thousands with his original auto related films (TBA). The good times will roll at 7:00 pm in the main display building.  Watch for further announcements and emails.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2011 Great Oregon Steam-up poster

 
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Bridgetown Big Band Plays at Steam-Up            By Tom Ruttan

 

The Bridgetown Big Band performed for the Great Oregon Steam-Up on Saturday morning, August 20th, in front of the NWVC&MM exhibit hall. The 18-piece band provided 2 hours of great big band music that was a hit with the Steam-Up crowd. In addition to that great “big band sound,” the band features vocal and instrumental soloists that are a pure pleasure to listen to. The group does performance show tunes as well as dance tunes for those who love to swing.
The band’s musical repertoire consists of a variety of music including hits from Ella Fitzgerald, Duke Ellington, arranger Sammy Nestico, and more recent jazz arrangements.
The Bridgetown Big Band music suits many tastes and venues such as benefits, music series, festivals, fund raisers, corporate events, and indoor or outdoor performances.
This is the 3rd year that the band has performed for the museum and the Steam-Up.
The band’s website is: www.bridgetownbigband.com
 

Steam Car at the Steam-Up           By Doug Nelson 1918 Stanley with Eric Gleeson

 

The 1918 Stanley touring car was a big hit at this summer’s Steam-Up.  Eric Gleeson of The Dalles is a member of the museum and owner of this mostly original steam car.   Eric gave rides and generally was available during the show to demonstrate his rare and unique vehicle. 

    Commonly called a “Stanley Steamer,” the official name was “Stanley Car.”  Check out the interesting history of the Stanley in your favorite reference.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NW Vintage Car & Motorcycle Museum Member Videos

Here are some educational videos prepared by Museum members:
Bill Becker explains how to remove the hinge pin from a Model A hood
Bill Becker explains applying car paint removal
Bill Becker car paint removal safety tips
Bill Becker explains how to remove a wiring harness