R.E. Olds Transportation Museum — Attraction in Lansing

Loved this museum. But HATED that they did not make you wear a mask. This is why the virus gets worse. This is why some museums will be forced to close ...some people refuse to obey the rules so you can't enjoy your day out. Having a sign up doesn't do it for some people you have to tell them to leave and NO you can't have your money back. You read the sign when you paid and your payment was agreement. Kick them out if they think a mask is a necklace.

UPDATE...they have assured me that they will make sure customers that want to enjoy their museum will be enforced to wear a mask ,Properly, in order for us all to have a stress free visit. Please visit. This is a super nice museum well worth the time ...there is so little we are able to do anymore. It is nice to have a cool...

Conveniently located with free parking for museum patrons. (near impression 5 museum). A great way to spend 1-2 hours.

This museum is packed with cars, some trucks, relics from the R.E. Olds family, and an assortment of GM, Fisher Coachworks and even some UAW history. There are some rare cars in here too like the Olds Aerotech, Cutlass FE3-X and Olds 443 W-3.

Did you know that the R.E. Olds Curved Dash was arguably the first assembly line vehicle (before the model T)? I didn't either but I learned it here :)

As of writing the gift shop features some actual vintage Olds / GM rarities for reasonable prices.

It appears that the museum is run by volunteers. You can tell us they are very passionate about the vehicles and the...

The R.E. Olds Transportation Museum is a hidden gem in Lansing and a fantastic place to explore, especially if you have out-of-town guests. Whether you're a car enthusiast or just curious about local history, this museum is packed with fascinating exhibits that showcase the evolution of transportation. You’ll find everything from beautifully restored Oldsmobiles to unique car memorabilia, each telling its own story about the automotive industry’s growth in Michigan.

It's a great spot to snap some memorable photos with classic cars, and there's plenty to see, so you can easily spend a minimum of two hours here. Be sure to check out the gift shop before you leave—you never know what unique treasures or souvenirs you'll find...