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Swopes Cars of Yesteryear Museum
1080 N Dixie Hwy, Elizabethtown, KY 42701, United States
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Ti
Review №1

This place is absolutely beautiful! I was looking for interesting things to do while in Elizabethtown and found this place. My 87 year old grandmother and 10 yr old son accompanied me. Both were in awe of the selection of vintage beauties! The lady that greeted us at the door was so very kind, helpful and very knowledgable about the vehicles that were on display. She walked around the showroom with us, told us about the various vehicles and answered all our questions. This is a definite must stop everyone who passes through should add to their list!

Je
Review №2

This was a cool, free experience. The cars have a lot of history that makes them really unique. Make sure you stop by and read the plaques!

Ka
Review №3

After many distilleries we needed a break. This is a very nice and well-presented collection of cars, mostly American. They range from Model T’s to a 1970 Camaro. The focus seems to be luxury cars from the ‘30’s and’40’s.The space is very clean and well lit and the vehicles are all in perfect condition.

St
Review №4

WOW! This place was simply awesome! A private collection of some incredible automobiles as well as some one of a kind items! Make this a must stop, and have the informative lady in charge give you a tour to showcase the hidden gems. Give yourself about an hour, and go see some really cool stuff!

Ky
Review №5

Awesome staff and an incredible collection!I took my Grandad who suffers from advanced dementia. He enjoyed looking at the cars and a few brought back some olmemories.The lady working, Shannon understood our situation and was more than accommodating during our visit.

Ge
Review №6

Some amazing cars from the early days of the automobile, through to some 60s classics. Most cars are earlier, including 3 types of Model T, as well as quite a few from the 20s, 30s and 40s. This was a family friendly place. My boys had a blast checking out the cars and hearing some old horns blow. The staff were very welcoming, and I would highly recommend this to anyone passing through. Worth a detour if you like beautiful old cars.

Da
Review №7

Super cool place!! The lady and her son where so knowledgeable. Truly a remarkable place.

JR
Review №8

This place have a beautiful pieces of classic and vintage cars, great for stop by and enjoy a walk in the past, and the most great thing of all, is FREE!!!! Have fun .

Mi
Review №9

Great place with beautiful automobiles.

Co
Review №10

Very cool place. Friendly lady. So many old cars. Very interesting.

Ch
Review №11

A nice car museum that is free. Check it out when in Etown. Just a sample of what you will see.

Da
Review №12

Great FREE place to go to see some awesome classic cars. Do go if you are ever in Elizabethtown, KY

Ch
Review №13

Had our 2nd trip year in the last 4 or 5 years. Awesome place to visit and completely free. Very friendly staff too. Beautiful classic cars ranging from a 1914 Ford, to LaSalles, Packards and two Rolls-Royces. My personal favorites have to be the coral 1956 Thunderbird, 1952 mint green Jaguar and a 1957 reddish orange Chevy. GREAT place to visit....a must go!

Sa
Review №14

A great place that preserves old cars. Good for everyone especially the car lovers and kids.

ke
Review №15

So fun. FREE!! Great info of historical cars.

Ji
Review №16

Im not a car person, but this place amazed me. Id take one of everything in there if I could. Gorgeous cars from all decades.

Je
Review №17

A beautiful collection of cars from 1910 into the 60’s. It’s a smaller museum - you can go through it in an hour or less, but it’s definitely worth the stop. And the price (free) can’t be beaten.

An
Review №18

Really amazing place to see a very beautiful collection of classic cars. We were great as soon as we walked in by who I assume was the owner and her son. Both were extremely nice and were able to answer any and all questions we had. If you have the time definitely stop and check this place out!

Ma
Review №19

Friendly and informative.

Ja
Review №20

Fantastic cars and very friendly staff. It was a great place to spend a couple of hours if you like very exceptional cars.

Jo
Review №21

Outstanding look into the vehicles of our past.

R
Review №22

Had a great time viewing all the pristine cars! The staff is phenomenal and made us feel so welcomed!

Ka
Review №23

WONDERFUL COLLECTION FROM DADDY BILL SWOPE

Ha
Review №24

Amazing place. Love the cars.

er
Review №25

I really liked this place.. Like its not a lot, but what there is... Is totally worth looking at and learning a little bit about.

We
Review №26

Amazing pieces. Very friendly and knowledgable staff. A must see it youre in the area and admission is free!

Ph
Review №27

Nice cars . Well worth a stop.

Jo
Review №28

Very nice car museum. Highly recommended if you are in the area.

Gr
Review №29

An absolute gem in Elizabethtown. If you are passing nearby, and have an inclination towards cars, you need to stop by this place.

To
Review №30

Cool collection!

Da
Review №31

Great people great cars!

Mi
Review №32

Wow. 5 Stars! A free museum set up on a dealership. Essentially the owners private collection on display. Lots of great cars and a very friendly and knowledgeable docent. Well-worth a stop!

Ki
Review №33

I love old school cars and they have over 35 old cars on display and they all still operational. If you are in town, stop by and check them out!

Ro
Review №34

Beautiful cars. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Ma
Review №35

Wonderful experience an Sue the hostess is so friendly and knowledgeable. We loved it.

Ma
Review №36

Very nice car museum tucked between car dealerships in Elizabethtown, KY. Most of the cars on display are pre-WWII. Lots of runningboards and beautiful hood ornaments! If you are driving down I-65 south of Louisville, its about 10 minutes off the interstate. Best of all, its free!

Le
Review №37

This is a very unique place and worth a stop if you are traveling down I65 or in Elizabethtown for any reason. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and welcoming. We have toured with small children and as a group of adults. It is really an amazing collection of cars and something pretty special. You do not have to spend a long time there to learn and see a lot of amazing history. I did not expect to enjoy it as much as I did and definitely think it is worth a visit!

Ed
Review №38

The cars are remarkably restored. And quite a variety of Manufacturers and time periods. Very impressive. And at free really cant beat it

An
Review №39

Visited last month the cars look amazing! The tour was perfect! I think the ladys name is Shannon. Im not completely sure, but you could instantly tell she not only loves her job, but she loves the cars too. She treated my family, boyfriend and I like we were family friends. She took the time to tell us about the history about each car. She really is an asset to the museum and shell definitely be the reason I visit again.There was also a man named Zachariah that works there. He was quiet but really friendly lol.

Je
Review №40

Exceeded my expectations. Beautiful cars.

An
Review №41

Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. I am not a car buff but I really enjoyed it and the history of the cars

ad
Review №42

Shannon, staff of museum, was amazing as she explained each car and its unique story. Very pleased with experience.

Gr
Review №43

Outstanding car museum! Great staff thats happy to answer questions about the cars. Wonderful. +++

Tr
Review №44

Staff was super friendly and knowledgable about the cars and the area. We enjoyed our visit.

Vi
Review №45

This place was AWESOME! MUST SEE!

St
Review №46

This place is so worth seeing its free to get in an see so many old cars and pictures of old etown. The folks that work in there are so nice and friendly

Sh
Review №47

Mesmerizing,awesome and amazing collection and very friendly helpful staff!!

ra
Review №48

Awesome old classics car show room .awesome friendly staff.

Ma
Review №49

Cool cars and cool stories

ke
Review №50

Wow ! Wish that I had more time to spend looking at the cars! Such a nice collection . Very Informative and accurate descriptions detailed on each car . Shannon was a delight . Knowledgeable and very friendly made me feel very welcome . I will Recommend this museum to anyone !

Ne
Review №51

Beautiful cars but mostly very old, not much from the 60s. Its free and theres some amazing classic cars here. Worth a visit!

Ra
Review №52

Great place to go see some priceless cars!

Fl
Review №53

Excellent museum. FREE ADMISSION!! Knowledgeable dosen.

Ka
Review №54

Small but was a quick stop on the way home. Glad we did, beautiful cars.

Pe
Review №55

Beautiful antiques and collectors cars

vw
Review №56

To think that Mr. Swope has collected so many classic and antique cars over his lifetime AND employ staff that are not only knowledgeable of the vehicles, but also the back story on every one of them is priceless! Oh, speaking of price, its FREE!! Sitting right between 2 Swope new car dealerships and always open until 5pm weekdays.

Sh
Review №57

Lot of classics, friendly atmosphere.

Ni
Review №58

Shannon was a great host. We all loved visiting the museum.

Ro
Review №59

Small but had a lot of cars, I did enjoy the staff, they had comments about most of autos on display. I would like to take more time and visit it again.

Da
Review №60

This is one Great Museum. The people are very friendly and helpful on information on the vehicles.

Ma
Review №61

Amazing collection ! And FREE!

Ti
Review №62

Good cars and a good variety. The people new what they were talking about

mi
Review №63

We have been there twice with the car club had a good day

Wi
Review №64

Cool

ro
Review №65

Amazing little collection

Ci
Review №66

Love the cars

Ma
Review №67

A wonderful private collection. A team hidden gem to visit.

je
Review №68

Nice cars.

RM
Review №69

Just the collection alone is worth the stop (and yes, it is free to look at the autos .. the greeter knows a lot about the vehicles on display)

Ca
Review №70

Nice place, nice cars!

Bi
Review №71

What a nice collection of cars.

Ol
Review №72

Awesome

De
Review №73

Interesting

Ch
Review №74

Awesome, visit when in the area

J
Review №75

Must stop and see!

Sa
Review №76

Good place to waste about 20 minutes

Ry
Review №77

Deffinitley worth stopping in.

Da
Review №78

Its like an entire Swipe block.

Mo
Review №79

Good

An
Review №80

Beautiful classic cars with a lot of history

Ri
Review №81

Had a great personal tour with Bill Swope.

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  • Address:1080 N Dixie Hwy, Elizabethtown, KY 42701, United States
  • Site:http://swopemuseum.com/
  • Phone:+1 270-763-6175
Categories
  • History museum
  • Museum
  • Tourist attraction
Working hours
  • Monday:10am–5pm
  • Tuesday:10am–5pm
  • Wednesday:10am–5pm
  • Thursday:10am–5pm
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:10am–5pm
  • Sunday:10am–5pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Restaurant:No
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