Museum of American Speed — Attraction in Lincoln

The Museum of American Speed in Lincoln is one of the most impressive museums I’ve ever visited, and it’s truly a hidden gem for anyone traveling through Nebraska. The size of the collection alone is incredible — three floors packed with history, innovation, and passion for automobiles and racing. Founded by “Speedy” Bill and Joyce Smith back in the early 1990s, the museum has grown into a massive 150,000-square-foot facility that celebrates the spirit of speed in every possible way. Walking through the exhibits feels like stepping into a living timeline of American racing culture. There are classic hot rods, Indy cars, sprint cars, dragsters, and midget racers — each one with its own story and connection to the past. The engines are just as fascinating: rare Offenhausers, Millers, and countless other legendary powerplants that shaped the history of motorsports. It’s not just about the big names either — you also see one-of-a-kind prototypes, concept cars, motorcycles, and even artifacts like helmets, trophies, racing suits, and old advertisements that bring the whole era back to life. What impressed me most was the way everything is presented. The displays are clean, well-lit, and organized so you can get up close and really study the details. You don’t just look at the cars, you feel the history and the innovation behind them. There are also interactive parts and educational touches that make it enjoyable even if you’re not a hardcore car fan. Families with kids will find plenty to explore, while enthusiasts could easily spend the whole day diving into the details. Another highlight is the atmosphere. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable, and you can tell they care deeply about the museum and its mission. Their enthusiasm makes the experience even more enjoyable, because you don’t just see the cars — you learn the stories behind them. Overall, visiting the Museum of American Speed was a fantastic experience. It’s more than just a car collection — it’s a celebration of American ingenuity, creativity, and the culture of speed that shaped an entire industry. Whether you’re a car enthusiast, a history buff, or just someone curious about American culture, this museum is absolutely worth your time. If you’re ever in Lincoln, don’t miss it. This place is unique, unforgettable, and truly world-class. I highly recommend it...

You don’t have to be a racing car buff to enjoy this museum. But if you are, you will love this place. First, it’s huge! Three floors of anything related to cars new and old. Each floor is divided into rooms and the entire building is handicap accessible. New, old, famous, quirky, and even rare cars are displayed. The rooms are themed around certain types or cars of that time period. There are even toy cars, soapbox derby cars, and many wall graphics with pictures of the famous owner/ drivers of the car. There are plaques near each car describing the history of the car. There is an entire room filled with engines and car parts. Even the stairwell was decorated with 100’s of lunchboxes. Music fan? – Got you covered. A room with autographed guitars on the ceiling and album covers that feature cars. On the 3rd floor there is a working car merry-go-round. And who knew that hood ornaments was a historical art form. I didn’t think I would care for this museum but I really liked it. There was so much to see and learn about history. Even the toys were cool. I would recommend...

This was a real gem of a place to visit. What an exceptionally great place to visit. It's very well done. If you're into motorsports or just motors and such, this is the pace for you. This is not so much a typical car museum where you see old cars restored or in mostly their original condition. It's more about motorsports, engines, and pretty much everything else on wheels. There's art, parts, toys, lunch boxes, and of course, cars and trucks. There are quite a few race cars from a lot of folks most fans will recognize. Probably some that you don't. There are customs and originals. Just everything you can think of pertaining to cars and motorsports (with in reason). I had a great time walking around the three floors. Each floor is huge. Even the wife had a pretty good time because it wasn't just the same thing. I took some pictures of things to give folks some ideas. But I can't stress how nice this museum is. It's one of those must do places if you're into motors and...