The National Corvette Museum showcases the Chevrolet Corvette, an American sports car that has been in production since 1953. It is located in Bowling Green, Kentucky, off Interstate 65's Exit 28. It was constructed in 1994, and opened to the public in September of that year.
Whether you are planning a vacation or just passing through Bowling Green, Kentucky, the National Corvette Museum is a great place to make a pit stop. Here is a quick overview of just some of what awaits you at the ‘Gateway to All Things Corvette’.
Like a phoenix that rose from the ashes, the National Corvette Museum took what could have been a business-ending tragedy and turned it into one of their most popular draws. On February 12, 2014 the Skydome section of this Kentucky museum collapsed into a giant sinkhole. Fortunately this disaster happened after hours and nobody was injured or killed. Two years later the Skydome reopened with exhibits about the disaster, the recovery and the lost cars. Today visitors flock to this popular Bowling Green museum not only to have a gander at some cool Vettes, but to also learn about the aftermath of this well publicized natural disaster.
Hours
November 1 – December 31
Monday – Friday, 10 AM – 5 PM
Saturday & Sunday, 9 AM – 5 PM
January 1 – March 1
Monday – Friday, 10 AM – 5 PM, CLOSED Tuesday
Saturday & Sunday, 9 AM – 5 PM
March 1 – October 31
Monday – Sunday, 9 AM – 5 PM
All times Central. The last admission tickets are sold by 4:30pm CT. Tickets can be purchased on-site or online.
Holidays Closed: New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day
Amazing Exhibits
The National Corvette Museum offers various temporary & permanent exhibits throughout the year. From exotic and special Corvettes throughout history to interactive exhibits like E. Pierce Marshall Memorial Performance Gallery and the Corvette Cave-in experience, we have something for everyone. For a full list of current exhibits, please click on the button below.
Corvette Simulator
Guests of all ages can get behind the wheel of a C6 Corvette and pilot it around a virtual racetrack with our Corvette Simulator! Sessions are $10 each, and passengers are welcome. The simulator is located in the lobby, on Corvette Boulevard, within the Museum.
Eat at the Stingray Grill
The Stingray Grill is a unique dining experience within the National Corvette Museum. Just like the Corvette, it attracts people from all around the world to share in something that is both classic and contemporary.
Corvette Plant ToursThe Corvette Plant is located just across the street from the Museum at 600 Corvette Drive. Simply turn LEFT out of our parking lot onto Corvette Drive. Continue STRAIGHT through the stoplight at Spur Road and follow the signs to the tour parking area.
Since 1953 the Corvette has been America’s Sports Car. The National Corvette Museum was established as a 501(c)3 not-for-profit foundation with a mission of celebrating the invention of the Corvette; preserving its past, present and future; and educating the public about Corvette. The Museum opened in 1994 and is a 115,000 square foot facility located on a 55 acre campus. Bowling Green, Kentucky is home to the world’s only General Motors Corvette Assembly Plant.
The National Corvette Museum is conveniently located off Interstate 65 in South Central Kentucky. Less than one hour north of Nashville, TN and less than two hours south of Louisville, KY, the Museum is a quick and easy stopover if traveling by car, or a quick drive from the airport of your choice. We are located in the Central Time Zone.
When planning your trip, most visitors allow 1-2 hours for their visit to the Museum. Of course, if you are a Corvette or classic car buff, you may want to allow more than that!
Pets are NOT allowed in the Museum. This includes in strollers, carriers and purses. We do, however, welcome all service animals, as defined by the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA defines service animals as dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities. Animals whose sole function is to provide assistance or emotional support but are not individually trained do not meet the definition of service animal under the ADA. These animals are not permitted inside our buildings.
