The museum will be open Saturday, January 25th.
Welcome
The Collection on Palmetto
Museum of antique automobiles and engines. Beauty and innovation realized.
About The Collection on Palmetto
Our Collection
At the Collection on Palmetto, we trace the evolution of the automobile from its inception. With a focus on American cars from the Brass Era, our succinct, chronological display illustrates the development of technologies, designs, and methods of production at the turn of the century in our country. Expertly curated by our founders, the collection represents the fine workmanship, ingenuity, and fierce competition that was present among iconic American automobile manufacturers, as well as their lesser-known counterparts.
The social history of the automobile is revealed through large-scale print advertising reproductions, carefully selected artifacts, fashion, and literary material. An updated audio tour provides additional information about each and every automobile, with period-correct music selections and personal narratives told in the voices of our museum's founders, their friends and family, and board members.
Museum Happenings
Enchantment: The Golden Age of Mechanical Music
The enchantment ends January 31st! Don't miss this amazing exhibit of mechanical music boxes from the 1800s and 1900s, along with automata such as the delightful and whimsical French singing birds!
Also to be seen, an ever-so-discreet musical cigarette dispenser clad in delicate floral enamel. . . who knew?
Your museum admission includes a demonstration of these instruments, so do stop by and let us enchant you!
Saturday, January 25th: Motorsports Photography Seminar
David's images have been published in boating, aviation and motorsports magazines, books, and websites for the past two decades. He is passionate about creatively capturing the peak moment of action.
Admission is $10 at the door. Enjoy David's presentation and refreshments on us, plus a return ticket to use on a future museum visit. It's a win-win-win!
Check out David's photography:
Largo Central Railroad Public Run Day
Largo Central Railroad Public Run Day
Largo Central Railroad Public Run Day
On Saturday, February 1st, The Collection on Palmetto will visit Largo Central Park to take part in a monthly public run put on by Largo Central Railroad.
Train enthusiasts from 1-100 can ride the rails on a scaled-down railway that includes a tunnel and lots of fun surprises.
The museum will exhibit cars and train artifacts from our own collection and be present to answer any questions you might have about visits to our museum, including group visits, car club visits, and field trips!
We can't wait to join in the fun with our friends at Largo Central Railroad for this free, collaborative event!
Email Laura: laura@collectiononpalmetto.com
Museum Field Trips
Largo Central Railroad Public Run Day
Largo Central Railroad Public Run Day
Kick off second semester with a museum field trip that actively engages students and supports student academic success!
Email Laura: laura@collectiononpalmetto.com
At The Collection on Palmetto, students trace the evolution of the automobile and discover how innovation propelled our country forward into an era of tremendous growth socially, economically and technologically.
Field trips are aligned with state standards in all grade levels. Developmentally appropriate, engaging field trips take place in a cool and comfortable environment. Picnic tables are available for lunch.
We are happy to provide you with information about our Orange Belt Railway, engine displays, murals and hands-on activities so that you can see how our museum experiences will compliment your social studies, STEM, art and humanities, or ELA curriculum!
The Gift Stop is Open!
Unique Books
Vintage Toys and Games
Vintage Toys and Games
Vintage Toys and Games
Vintage Toys and Games
Vintage Toys and Games
Cute Mugs and Tees
Vintage Toys and Games
Cute Mugs and Tees
THE COLLECTION ON PALMETTO
Our Collection
Observe the beauty and power of early twentieth century automotive design and engineering. From the fist modern car, the 1886 Benz Patent Motorwagen, to the 1952 Allard J2X, the British car with an American engine, we've got unique cars here. But vintage automobiles are just the beginning. Experience live steam and discover how our country steered bravely toward industry on the wheels of innovation.
Our Programs
Teachers, drive into a world of hands-on excitement with one of our education programs. Your students can build an electric circuit, race a solar-powered car, participate in an assembly line or ride on a 1/8th scale steam train. Programs meet Florida Standards in Science and Social Studies.
Our Mission
It is the mission of The Collection on Palmetto Foundation to increase understanding about the amazing progress made in engineering in factory and field power, along with automotive transportation, which occurred during the early 20th century.