Much to see and learn. Very well informed staff willing to share knoweldege. Could have spent much longer.
Even if you are not into cars these will be of interest. It is like a trip back into time, think Downton Abbey cars, what must it have been like. This is a great little side attraction to send an hour or so while in Reno. Recommended.
I brought my 12 and 14 year old kids and spent a few hours wandering around and reading. It's available for special events and birthday parties which would be a lot of fun!
This is a great little spot to visit. If you were lucky enough to see the original Harrah's Automobile Museum in its old location, does not compare. Having seen the original as a child many times when we came to town to visit, I was never impressed with the new until I saw it through the eyes of someone who loved cars and motorcycles and had never seen the place. I then realized what a treasure this place truly is. The history of the cars and motorcycles are amazing. Very well done indeed.
Even tho I am not a car buff, I enjoyed my visit. We were fortunate enough to join a docent tour. The collection is larger than I realized and the information overwhelming. I would say the collection is skewed toward older cars--many makes and models I had not heard of before. History comes to life as the museum also includes old gas pumps. clothing of the time periods, photos and stories of auto races, etc.Easy parking.Use the restroom when you are 'inside' the collection. The restrooms in the foyer hallway are locked and I did not want to bother to get a key.
The whole family can spend a couple of hours strolling among the cars. Very interesting and fun place even if your not into old cars
Vintage cars are just not my thing but it is my husband's. So when my uncle and husband wanted to go, we (gals) went reluctantly along but what a fascinating museum. Excellent exhibits with hand held devises to listen to each car or only the ones you are interested in.
This place rocks. We love the cars here. It is a great collection with many cars you don't find elsewhere.
If you would like to step away from the gambling (or vacation) for a afternoon I highly recommend visiting the National Automobile Museum! This is one of the finest collections of automobiles I have seen all under one roof. A nice walk from downtown along the Reno riverwalk will get you there. The core of the collection belonged to Bill Harrah and the museum is reminiscent of Harrah's collection that used to be housed in Las Vegas at the Imperial Palace Hotel.The collection is divided into 4 sections easily showing the history of the automobile in America. All of the employees who I believe are volunteers do a great job and are very friendly and informative! I recommend the free narrated tour that gives so much more detail and walks you through each of the four sections. Don't miss this excursion.
Great collection of classic cars! Anyone who worked for the auto industry will be delighted with the display. Don't miss it!