Volkswagen Group of America Inc.
12/17/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/18/2024 10:27
Volkswagen of America teams with Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum on 'Das Museumsprogramm: Past, Present and Future'
Dec 17, 2024
- Special exhibition spotlights iconic Volkswagen models and celebrates 75 years of the VW brand in America
- Curated collection includes a 1949 Beetle, 1967 21-Window Bus, 1984 GTI, 2025 ID. Buzz and more
- Exhibit runs December 14, 2024 to January 12, 2025 at Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Reston, VA - Volkswagen of America, Inc. is pleased to announce its support of The Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum in its opening of "Das Museumsprogramm: Past, Present and Future" - an exhibition celebrating Volkswagen's 75 years in America and its rich legacy and cultural impact, worldwide.
"Das Museumsprogramm" is a unique exploration of Volkswagen's most memorable models and milestones, featuring vehicles that represent the brand's evolution from the classic Beetle to its latest electric vehicles. With a curated selection of models, including a 1949 Beetle, a 1967 21-Window Bus, a 1984 GTI, and VW's electric vision for the future, the ID. Buzz, the exhibit celebrates Volkswagen's impact across generations and its role in shaping automotive culture.
The Simeone Museum crafted this one-of-a-kind exhibit experience, with Volkswagen providing support through vehicle display materials. The sponsorship allows VW to celebrate its legacy and connect with a community of brand enthusiasts while supporting the Simeone Museum's mission to bring automotive history to life.
"We are thrilled to present 'Das Museumsprogramm' and to work alongside Volkswagen to share their incredible story with our visitors," said Kevin Kelly, Director of the Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum. "This exhibit is a tribute to Volkswagen's timeless appeal and its powerful influence on automotive design and culture."
The exhibit runs from December 14, 2024 to January 12, 2025 at the Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. For more information about the museum and exhibit, please visit the event page here.
About Volkswagen
Volkswagen of America, Inc. is an operating unit of Volkswagen Group of America, which is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Volkswagen of America sells the Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, Golf GTI, Golf R, ID.4, ID. Buzz, Jetta, Jetta GLI, Taos, and Tiguan vehicles through more than 600 independent U.S. dealers. Volkswagen Group of America operates a state-of-the-art assembly facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee which produces Volkswagen brand vehicles including the Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and the ID.4. The global Volkswagen Group is one of the world's largest producers of passenger cars and Europe's largest automaker. Visit Volkswagen at www.vw.com or media.vw.com to learn more.
Volkswagen of America, Inc. is an operating unit of Volkswagen Group of America, which is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Volkswagen of America sells the Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, Golf GTI, Golf R, ID.4, ID. Buzz, Jetta, Jetta GLI, Taos, and Tiguan vehicles through more than 600 independent U.S. dealers. Volkswagen Group of America operates a state-of-the-art assembly facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee which produces Volkswagen brand vehicles including the Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and the ID.4. The global Volkswagen Group is one of the world's largest producers of passenger cars and Europe's largest automaker. Visit Volkswagen at www.vw.com or media.vw.com to learn more.
About the Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum
The Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum in Philadelphia is a nonprofit institution dedicated to the preservation and celebration of automotive racing. Through carefully curated exhibits, dynamic programming, and an extensive collection of historic race cars, the Museum provides an immersive experience that connects visitors to the innovation and artistry of automotive design and racing history.
The Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum in Philadelphia is a nonprofit institution dedicated to the preservation and celebration of automotive racing. Through carefully curated exhibits, dynamic programming, and an extensive collection of historic race cars, the Museum provides an immersive experience that connects visitors to the innovation and artistry of automotive design and racing history.