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Midwest Dream Car Collection, Manhattan, KS
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Midwest Dream Car Collection

3007 Anderson Ave · Manhattan, KS

Why you should go…

This Manhattan museum displays classic, exotic and iconic cars, with featured vehicles such as a 1937 LaSalle, a 1966 Ford Mustang that belonged to Cher and a 2019 COPO Camaro. Informational placards sit at each car and a self-guided audio tour fills in the stories. Children are welcome and the gift shop sells light snacks. Grown-ups can also pour beer or wine at a self-serve tap wall.

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  • #classic cars
  • #exotic cars
  • #manhattan ks

Good to know

General museums guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Check the special exhibition separately

    Touring shows usually carry their own ticket and their own opening hours, listed apart from general admission.

  • Look for the free window

    Many museums run community days, member evenings, or discounted late openings. It is worth a look before you pay full price.

  • Travel light through the door

    Large bags and backpacks often have to go to a coat check, and lines for it move slowly at opening.

  • Weekday mornings beat weekend afternoons

    School groups clear out by early afternoon midweek, while weekends stay busy from late morning on.

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