Bowling Green, Kentucky, October 25, 2025
News Summary
The National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky, has begun construction on a new 66,000-square-foot collection facility. This expansion will enhance the museum’s capacity to display historic Corvettes, including showcasing 240 vehicles. Scheduled to open in Fall 2026, the facility will provide additional educational insights into Corvette history and engineering, and will support community-driven efforts with over $2.1 million raised in funding. The museum aims to further its commitment to preserving the legacy of the Corvette as an iconic American sports car.
Bowling Green, Kentucky
The National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky, has officially broken ground on a new 66,000-square-foot collection facility. This substantial construction project is designed to showcase historic Corvettes and related artifacts, significantly increasing the museum’s capacity to display classic vehicles.
The new building will facilitate the exhibition of 240 cars, much more than the museum can display currently. This expansion will enable the museum to tell more stories and provide educational insights into Corvette history and engineering, according to the museum’s president and CEO. Furthermore, the new facility will allow for additional behind-the-scenes tours for visitors, including unique access to landmark vehicles such as Neil Armstrong’s 1967 Corvette Sting Ray.
The chair-elect of the museum’s board expressed enthusiasm for the expansion, highlighting its importance to both Corvette enthusiasts and the Bowling Green community. The facility aims not only to preserve Corvette-related artifacts but also to support the museum’s educational programs.
The construction of this new facility is scheduled to open in the Fall of 2026, with public access expected in 2027. It will include areas dedicated to vehicle preservation, small-artifact conservation, long-term storage, and dedicated exhibition spaces, thereby enhancing the visitor experience.
The project is currently being funded through donations, with the museum having raised $2.1 million so far. Significant contributions have come from various supporters, underscoring a community-driven effort to expand the museum’s offerings.
This expansion reflects a commitment to maintaining and celebrating the legacy of the Corvette, which has been an integral part of American pop culture, engineering, and technology since its introduction in the 1950s. During the construction of the new facility, the museum will remain operational, and the new building will be located south of the existing museum, utilizing land currently designated for event parking.
The National Corvette Museum encompasses a broader Corvette ecosystem that includes the GM Bowling Green Assembly Plant and the NCM Motorsports Park. This connection enhances visitor engagement by providing a deeper understanding of Corvette history and its manufacturing lineage.
Overall, the expansion of the National Corvette Museum underscores its dedication to preserving the narrative and cultural significance of the Corvette as an iconic American sports car.
FAQ
What is the size of the new collection facility being built at the National Corvette Museum?
The facility is 66,000 square feet.
How many cars will the new building allow the museum to display?
The new building will allow the museum to display 240 cars.
When is the new facility scheduled to open?
The facility is scheduled to open in Fall 2026, with public access anticipated in 2027.
How much funding has the museum raised for this expansion?
The museum has raised $2.1 million so far for the expansion.
Key Features of the National Corvette Museum Expansion
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Size | 66,000 square feet |
| Car Display Capacity | 240 cars |
| Scheduled Opening | Fall 2026 |
| Public Access Date | Anticipated in 2027 |
| Funding Raised | $2.1 million |
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Additional Resources
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- Kentucky Today: Corvette Museum Announces New Facility
- GM Authority: National Corvette Museum Expanding with New Collections Facility
- Wikipedia: Corvette
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