[Photos] National Corvette Museum Visitor Info & Review
Due to the gigantic sinkhole that tore through its hall of fame Skydome in February 2014, the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky has received overwhelming attention and an increase in attendance. The facility dedicated to preserving the legacy of Chevrolet’s iconic sports car is a Mecca for auto enthusiasts–and for good […]
National Corvette Museum Motorsports Park Constructing Noise Berm
Earlier this week, the National Corvette Museum Motorsports Park in Bowling Green, Kentucky, was hit with a $100 noise violation fine issued by the Warren County City-County Planning Commission. At the time, NCM attorney Charles E. “Buzz” English Jr. (which is a great name, by the way), told the press that the museum was in […]
National Corvette Museum Fined $100 for Track Noise
The bizarre National Corvette Museum sinkhole incident has turned out to be the best thing to ever happen to NCM, considering all of the notoriety and attention it’s brought to the Bowling Green, Kentucky museum. However, all of that increased popularity may be the worst thing to ever happen to the museum’s neighbors. According to […]
National Corvette Museum Skydome to Reopen September 3
On February 12, 2014, a sinkhole opened up in the National Corvette Museum’s Skydome, swallowing up eight classic Corvettes. Since then, we’ve been following the long saga of the sinkhole, watching with baited breath as (some) of the damaged Corvettes are repaired, the hole is filled, and NCM announces the construction of the “Thunderdome,” a […]
Yup, the National Corvette Museum is Building a “Sensorama” Sinkhole Recreation
Strange as it may seem, the sinkhole collapse in the National Corvette Museum’s Skydome may be the best thing that ever happened to the NCM. Yes, the freak occurrence swallowed up eight Corvettes, and took lots of time and money to repair—but it also earned the museum a whole bunch of publicity, not to mention […]
National Corvette Museum Hosts 21st Running of the Mini Corvette Challenge
Most race fans have been looking forward to May in anticipation of the 99th running of the Indy 500 in Indianapolis, but that’s not the only big motorsports event this month. On Saturday, May 2nd, the National Corvette Museum (NCM) in Bowling Green, Kentucky, hosted the 21st annual Mini Corvette Challenge. Sponsored by Junior Achievement, […]
Send Your Kids to National Corvette Museum Summer Camp
When you hear the phrase “Corvette Summer,” you probably (and rightfully) think of everybody’s favorite Mark Hamill film, Corvette Summer: Man, how come J.J. Abrams isn’t directing a reboot of that 70s classic? Anyway, the phrase “Corvette Summer” could also refer to a kid’s summer camp that the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky is […]
Hooray for America: National Corvette Museum Sinkhole Filled
The United States has spent the past year reeling from the tragedy that befell eight shining examples of America’s sports car—the iconic Corvette—on February 12, 2014 (#NeverForget). That was when eight classic Vettes were swallowed whole by a sinkhole that opened up at the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The healing process began […]
Why You Should Buy Corvette Insurance from the National Corvette Museum
So, now that you’ve won a Corvette Stingray with the $10 raffle ticket you bought, where will you go to get it insured? In the video below, Adam Boca of the NCM Insurance Agency makes a persuasive case for getting your Corvette insurance from the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Take a look: […]
National Corvette Museum Hall of Fame Announces 2015 Inductees
The National Corvette Museum Hall of Fame has announced three new inductees for 2015. Herb Fishel, Rick Hendrick, and Russ McLean will join the Hall this fall for their contributions to the Corvette brand. Herb Fishel, a former Chevy Racing Director and Executive Director of GM Racing, guided Chevrolet to 12 Indy 500 victories and […]
National Corvette Museum Raffling Off 2015 Stingray for $10
Want a brand new Corvette for one-six thousandth of the cost? If you have the ability to speak, you probably answered “Yes” to that question. And if you did, then today is your lucky day, because the National Corvette Museum is raffling off a 2015 Stingray for $10 a ticket. The NCM frequently has fundraising […]
One and Only 1983 Corvette Displayed at National Corvette Museum
If you’d like to see a 1983 Corvette up-close and personal, you’d better start planning a trip to Kentucky. Why? Because there is only one such vehicle in existence, and its currently on display at the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, KY. So why is the world’s one and only 1983 Corvette oh so […]
National Corvette Museum Sinkhole Video Update Begins the Healing Process
Our long national nightmare is coming to an end. On February 12, 2014 (2/12/14: Never Forget), a sinkhole senselessly opened up at the National Corvette Museum in Kentucky, swallowing eight innocent Corvettes. In the midst of unbearable grief, it was suggested by some that the hole remain there forever, as a memorial to what was […]
National Corvette Museum’s Motorsports Park Wins Big
The National Corvette Museum’s Motorsports Park, which was completed this year, was recently named “The Most Outstanding Facility of the Year” by The National Speedway and Track Guide. The award, which was created by the Race Track Business Conference, was presented at the 2014 Racing Industry Trade Show. More Accolades: Motor Trend Awards Chevrolet Colorado […]
Win a 2015 Corvette Z06 Coupe from the National Corvette Museum
Every year, in an effort to raise money to keep its ship afloat, the National Corvette Museum raffles off a number of Corvettes. This year, interested rafflers rafflees participants in the raffle can not only go for a handful of C7 Corvette Stingrays, but they can also win a 2015 Corvette Z06 coupe. Related: The […]
Last Chance to See the Sinkhole at the National Corvette Museum This Week
So get your butt off the couch and down to Bowling Green
Following the crazy appearance of a sinkhole at the National Corvette Museum in February of this year, Corvette fans from around the country flocked to the performance car Mecca to see the damaged Corvettes (eight in total) on display. The board of the museum temporarily kept the sinkhole in the Skydome intact, to demonstrate to […]
Check out the National Corvette Museum Monster Mash This Saturday
This Saturday, October 25th, Corvette fans and Halloween haunters alike should check out the National Corvette Museum Monster Mash at the museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The event is free, though separate from museum tours. But who are we kidding? If you trek out to the National Corvette Museum for a kids’ Halloween party, you’re […]
Take a Lap at the National Corvette Museum Motorsports Park with Ron Fellows
If you’ve been curious as to what a lap at the National Corvette Museum Motorsports Park, which opened in late August, actually looks like, then you’re going to want to check out this video. In it, racing legend, Ron Fellows, takes a guest to the park for not one, but two laps around the new […]