Museum Bus Collection

Don’t miss the nation’s largest display of full-sized vintage buses on view in the Richard O. Ullman Family Foundation Gallery on the Museum’s lower level. The permanent exhibit includes the antique bus used in the movie “Forrest Gump.” Also, a vintage bus used to promote the film “Speed” is on display.

The motorcoach and bus industry occupies an important place in everyday life. In rural areas and in thousands of towns and cities across the nation, buses provide personal transportation for many individuals. Buses carry more people daily than all other public modes of transportation combined.

The building and evolution of the bus and motorcoach industry provide a fascinating story of invention and entrepreneurial spirit. Join us to explore the unique and fascinating heritage of antique buses, a valuable part of America’s transportation experience.