Historic Innovation & Future Inspiration

Discover Lansing’s rich transportation history – featuring Oldsmobile and the REO Motor Car Company.

Michigan Racing Heritage Exhibit Opening

Date: April 25th, 2026

Time: 11am

On April 25th, we will open our new special exhibit, “Michigan Racing Heritage,” that will allow you to follow the twists and turns of Lansing’s impact on auto racing. Explore exhibits on the impacts REO Motor Car Company and Oldsmobile had on auto racing, trophies, and unique racing vehicles, including one you can sit inside, an iconic NASCAR Pacecar!
We will have a brief exhibit opening at 11 AM on April 25th. The special exhibit will run through October 2026!!

517 Lugnuts Admission
Date: May 17-May 24, 2026
Heading to a Lansing Lugnuts game? Don’t toss that ticket just yet! Bring your ticket stub to the R.E. Olds Transportation Museum and get half-price admission!

car capital auto show

33rd Annual Car Capital Auto Show
Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026
Time: Car Show Grounds Open 10 AM to 3 PM (free to attend)
Museum Open 10 AM to 5 PM (regular admission rates)
On Saturday, July 18, 2026, the R.E. Olds Transportation Museum’s Car Capital Auto Show motors into Downtown Lansing to provide a premier auto show to the public. Thousands of spectators and 225 registered vehicles are anticipated for this year’s event. This year’s event will also include a special “Lansing’s Auto Revolution” section featuring vehicles produced pre-1940 by Durant, Oldsmobile, and REO Motor Car Company.

Friday and Saturday Public Tours
Date: Every Friday and Saturday
Time: 1:00 PM
Guided tours of the museum are now available every Friday and Saturday at 1 pm. There is no additional cost for the tour and there’s no need to RSVP. Simply show up a few minutes early to purchase your admission tickets! Tours are approximately 45 minutes long.

Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Saturday: 10 – 5
Sunday: 12 – 5

Admission

General Admission: $10
Seniors (65+): $7
Veteran: $7 /Active Duty: Free
Children (12 to 18): $7
Children (under 12): Free
Members: Free
Group Rates (10 or more): $7/person

Thank You
Corporate Members

Take your place in history…

Join the R. E. Olds Transportation Museum and help keep history rolling. Enjoy the benefits of membership and the pride of preserving automotive heritage.