Ford Opens Free Interactive Exhibit at Union Station Featuring Historic Vehicles for America 250
Ford Motor Company is hosting a free, interactive exhibit at Washington D.C.'s Union Station from today through July 14, showcasing rare vehicles from its history in celebration of America 250.
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What Happened
The Main Hall of Union Station in Washington, D.C., has been transformed into an interactive exhibit called "Driving America Forward: A Ford Experience." Open daily from today through July 14, the free exhibit features rare and iconic Ford vehicles spanning over a century, including the final 1927 Model T, Jay Leno's 1934 Ford Pickup, and the 1965 World's Fair Mustang. Visitors can explore seven themed artifact cases and interactive installations.
- 1927 Ford Model T – the 15 millionth and ceremonial last Model T
- 1964 World's Fair Mustang – one of only four still known to exist
- 1934 Ford Pickup on loan from Jay Leno
- 1941 Ford GP – America’s oldest known 'jeep'
- 1966 Stroppe Bronco – first Baja-winning Bronco
- 2026 Oracle Red Bull Racing RB22 – first Formula One car with Red Bull Ford Powertrains
“I am thrilled to loan my 1934 Ford Pickup to Ford Motor Company to celebrate America 250 in Washington, D.C., alongside nine other incredible vehicles.”
Why this matters
The exhibit highlights Ford's century-long role in American innovation and culture, tying the company's history to the nation's milestones.
Terms in This Story
- Model T
- The first mass-produced affordable automobile, introduced by Ford in 1908 and produced until 1927.
- GP
- A military vehicle designation for 'general purpose', which led to the name 'jeep'.
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