This 1964 Buick Riviera, belonging to Ed Greenberg of Stamford, will be among the cars on display at this year’s Model Ts to Mustangs antique and classic car show on May 1 at Stamford Museum & Nature Center. This year, the show will feature a special section highlighting the American automaker Buick.
Stamford Museum & Nature Center’s 7th annual Model Ts to Mustangs outdoor antique and classic car display returns Saturday, May 1, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. featuring dozens of American and import cars manufactured between 1900 and 1979. This year, the special section will focus on Buicks, a storied American brand whose origins date back to 1903.
David Greenberg of Stamford, and Rosa Portell, the Museum’s Curator of Collections, will co-curate this fun and classy event.
In 1903, the Buick Motor Company was incorporated by David Dunbar Buick in Detroit, Michigan. A year later, the company was moved to Flint, Michigan, and acquired a new owner and manager, William C. Durant. The first Buick marketed to the public was the Model B. “Mass production” in 1904 amounted to 37 cars, none of which has survived.
Through mergers and acquisitions, Durant would go on to establish General Motors, as well as the principle that each brand within the corporation target a specific type of customer. Buicks were considered entry level luxury cars. They did extremely well, especially among the professional classes, which is why for a while they were nicknamed “doctors’ cars.” Early entries to the car show include a 1953 Buick Skylark owned by Anthony Vespoli of Watertown, and a 1964 Buick Riviera owned by Edward Greenberg of Stamford.
Model Ts to Mustangs will feature many other brands, displayed in groups. Awards will be presented in several categories, including “Best Buick,” “Best Survivor Car,” and the ever-popular “People’s Choice.” The award ceremony will take place 2:45 pm.
Southport resident Mark Milosky will showcase his unrestored, original 1958 Edsel Citation at Stamford Museum & Nature Center’s 7th Annual Model Ts to Mustangs antique and classic car show on May 1.
Entry forms are available on the Museum’s Web site, www.stamfordmusem.org.
Rain date is May 2.
Admission for the public is included in the Stamford Museum & Nature Center’s entrance fee (Adults $8; Children ages 4-14, $4; seniors 65+, $6; Children 3 and under, free). All proceeds to benefit the Museum’s educational programs and gallery initiatives. Food and refreshments will be available for purchase.
For more information, visit www.stamfordmuseum.org or call 203.322.1646. To find out whether the show has been postponed or cancelled due to inclement weather, call 203.322.1646 ext. 6599.
Getting there
Stamford Museum & Nature Center is located at 39 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford, CT (3/4 mile North of Merritt Parkway Exit 35.) For more information call 203.322.1646 or visit www.stamfordmuseum.org.
Stamford Museum & Nature Center’s Mission
Stamford Museum & Nature Center is a 501(c) (3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of art, the natural and agricultural sciences, and history. The Museum is a vital cultural and educational resource for the community, and a focal point for family activity and interaction, seeking to inspire creativity, foster self-discovery, and nurture an appreciation for lifelong learning through exhibitions, educational programs, and special events that enhance the visitor’s experience of our unique site.
