It All Starts Here!

It All Starts Here!

Inspire new generations with a celebration of the revolutionary horseless carriage and the stories of the everyday people who created them — innovators who followed their dreams and in so doing, launched an industry that changed the world.

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Museum of the Horseless Carriage

The Museum of the Horseless Carriage is a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to celebrate the history of the Brass Era automobile (pre-1916) through preservation, education, and engagement.

Visit the Museum

Come experience some of the earliest automobiles in the Steam Barn on the campus of the Gilmore Car Museum in Hickory Corners, Michigan. The Steam Barn is the MHC’s temporary site as plans advance to build a permanent home nearby.

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Celebration of Brass VI

July 16th - 18th, 2026

The Museum of the Horseless Carriage’s signature event held at the Gilmore Car Museum in Hickory Corners, Michigan, is a not to be missed gathering of over 100 Brass Era vehicles. Plan to bring your pre-1916 car, truck, or motorcycle to join early car enthusiasts for the Thursday Welcome, the two-day Car Show with a Pre-WWII Swap Meet on Friday and Saturday, or come join us as spectator.

events@museumofthehorselesscarriage.org

Followed by the

THREE-DAY HCCA BRASS CAR TOUR

July 19th - 21st, 2026

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