LeMay – America’s Car Museum (ACM), located in Tacoma, Washington, is proud to announce the opening of its next major exhibition: The Birth of the American Supercar. This world-premiere display, debuting on October 25, 2025, represents one of the most ambitious and exhilarating exhibitions in the Museum’s history. On view for an entire year, the exhibition invites guests on a breathtaking journey through the evolution of America’s most extraordinary performance vehicles—machines that embody speed, engineering innovation, and uncompromising style.

Curated by automotive legend Steve Saleen, The Birth of the American Supercar is more than just a showcase of rare cars—it is a groundbreaking exploration of how the United States carved out its own definition of the “supercar” and, in the process, influenced the global automotive stage. Saleen, who has spent his career shaping the supercar landscape, brings unique expertise and vision to the exhibition, offering visitors an insider’s perspective on what makes these vehicles both historically significant and culturally iconic.

From the thunderous roar of early V8-powered speed machines to today’s cutting-edge hypercars that integrate advanced materials and sustainable technologies, this exhibition traces the lineage of American supercars across decades of innovation. Guests will discover how U.S. automakers challenged European dominance in performance, redefined what was possible on the road and track, and ultimately gave rise to a uniquely American expression of speed and power.

Among the highlights of the exhibition are some of the rarest and most celebrated American supercars ever produced. Visitors will have the opportunity to see legendary vehicles such as Carroll Shelby’s groundbreaking creations, which cemented America’s place in global racing history, alongside boundary-pushing modern marvels like Czinger’s 21C, a car redefining performance through advanced manufacturing and hybrid technology. Also featured will be experimental rarities such as the Oldsmobile Aerotech—a machine that shattered speed records and symbolized the boldness of American innovation in the late 20th century.

The Museum has designed The Birth of the American Supercar to be an immersive and dynamic experience. Over the course of the year-long run, four major vehicle rotations will bring fresh perspectives and rare automobiles to the display, ensuring there is always something new for return visitors. In addition to the vehicles themselves, guests will encounter interactive storytelling elements, historical context, and multimedia experiences that bring the supercar narrative to life. From design sketches and engineering breakthroughs to the cultural impact these cars have had on movies, motorsports, and popular imagination, the exhibition goes far beyond the showroom floor.

As the host venue, LeMay – America’s Car Museum provides the ideal setting for this remarkable exhibition. ACM, part of America’s Automotive Trust, is one of the largest automotive museums in North America and is recognized internationally for celebrating America’s love affair with the automobile. Located in the heart of Tacoma, the Museum’s soaring architecture and expansive galleries create the perfect stage for a display of this magnitude. With its reputation for curating exhibitions that blend education, entertainment, and cultural heritage, ACM continues to set the standard for how automotive history is preserved and shared with the world.

“The Birth of the American Supercar represents a defining moment for the Museum,” said Jake Welk, Marketing Manager at ACM. “By bringing together such a rare and comprehensive collection of vehicles, and with Steve Saleen’s leadership in shaping the story, this exhibition is destined to be remembered as one of the most important in ACM’s history.”

Visitors will not only marvel at the cars themselves but also gain a deeper understanding of how American automakers consistently pushed the boundaries of design and performance. Whether through Shelby’s dominance at Le Mans, Saleen’s era-defining production cars, or the experimental vision of brands like Vector and Cunningham, the exhibition celebrates both the icons and the underappreciated innovators who contributed to America’s supercar story.

The Birth of the American Supercar officially opens to the public on Saturday, October 25, 2025, and will remain on display through October 2026. Car enthusiasts, families, historians, and anyone passionate about innovation and design are invited to experience this once-in-a-lifetime exhibition at LeMay – America’s Car Museum.

For tickets and more information about the exhibition, membership opportunities, or special programming tied to The Birth of the American Supercar, please visit www.americascarmuseum.org.