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Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site
Sunday, April 25, 2010
The Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site
invites everyone to enjoy the
annual Spring Open House on Sunday, April 25, 2010, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
The Proving Grounds are located in Shelby Township between 22 and 23 Mile
Roads on the west side of Van Dyke. Admission
is free, parking is free and the event is open to everyone.
Tour the Gate Lodge and grounds and enjoy a delicious hot dog while
listening to Johnny Trudell’s fabulous Big Band.
Of course we love our classic Packards, but we
cordially invite all collector car owners to display their cars as well.
Special parking areas will be provided for collector cars of all makes
and years. Over 100 cars and 2,300
spectators are expected.
The beautiful Miss America X race boat will be
a featured display. Gar Wood
piloted this 38 foot beauty for a record run of 124.9 mph on the Saint Clair
River in 1932. Four massive Packard
V-12 engines provided the power. Our
historic courtyard setting filled with classic Packards, flanked by the Miss
America X with the Big Band sounds of Johnny Trudell's Orchestra in the
air...what a unique entertainment opportunity!
Don't forget to bring your camera.
The Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site
covers 14 acres and includes 8 historic structures, including the water tower
and Albert Kahn-designed Gate Lodge, both clearly visible from Van Dyke.
Pass through the massive wrought-iron gates and explore the progress
being made on this developing property, featured
in the National Park Service-Motor Cities National Heritage Area.
We are a Michigan Historic
Site and we're listed in The National Register of Historic Places.
If you have any questions please contact Tom
Mitchell, Open House Chairman, at the Proving Grounds at (586) 739-4800.