R.E. Olds Transportation Museum, Lansing

Name: R.E. Olds Transportation Museum
Address: 240 Museum Dr, Lansing, 48933-1905, United States
Telephone: +1 517-372-0529

#10 among attractions in Lansing

Museum, Specialty museum, Historical place

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The R.E. Olds Transportation Museum is named for Ransom E. Olds, founder of Oldsmobile and REO, and is located in Lansing, Michigan. It is one of the top-rated automotive museums in the United States. ()

Alternative names: Established: May 1981 (43 years ago)Coordinates: 42°43'47"N, 84°32'54"W

Address

240 Museum DrWestside (Downtown Lansing)Lansing 48933-1905 United States

Contact

+1 517-372-0529

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R.E. Olds Transportation Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Jackson Field, Lansing River Trail, Michigan State Capitol, Lansing City Market.

0.4 miN
Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums, Sport
Jackson Field, Lansing
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Michigan's capital city, Lansing, Jackson Field stands as a testament to America's love for baseball. This modest yet charming stadium is a destination for sports enthusiasts and families looking for an afternoon of fun and entertainment.
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Bike path, Cycling
Lansing River Trail, Lansing
40 min walk • Lansing River Trail is a multiple use trail approximately 13 miles long. It runs along the Grand River and the Red Cedar River between Michigan State University and Dietrich Park in northern Lansing. The first segment of trail opened in 1975. It was designated a National Recreation Trail in 1981.
0.5 miNW
State capitol with an ornate domed roof
Michigan State Capitol, Lansing
12 min walk • The Michigan State Capitol is the building that houses the legislative branch of the government of the U.S. state of Michigan. It is in the portion of the state capital of Lansing which lies in Ingham County.
0.4 miN
Market, Shopping
Lansing City Market, Lansing
11 min walk • The Lansing City Market was an urban city market located in downtown Lansing, Michigan. The market is located along the Grand River and Lansing River Trail, and is west of Cooley Law School Stadium. The current $1.6 million structure opened in January 2010. Merchant space ranges from 80 square feet to over 800 square feet.
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Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
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Museum, Science museum
Impression 5 Science Center, Lansing
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1 miSW
Watersports, Swimming pool
J.H. Moores Memorial Natatorium, Lansing
25 min walk • The J.H. Moores Memorial Natatorium, also known as the Moores Park Pool, is a natatorium located at 2700 Moores River Drive in Lansing, Michigan. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1985.
~1860 ftNW
Skyscraper
Boji Tower, Lansing
9 min walk • The Boji Tower, also known as the Michigan National Bank Building, is a historic 23-story building located at 124 Allegan Street, in Lansing, Michigan. It has been the tallest building in Lansing since its completion in 1931.
~1710 ftN
Convention center
Lansing Center, Lansing
9 min walk • Lansing Center, officially the Lansing Convention Center, is the primary and largest convention center in Lansing, Michigan. The center is located along Michigan Avenue, with its western facade fronting the Grand River.
0.5 miNW
Church, Romanesque architecture
Central Methodist Episcopal Church, Lansing
13 min walk • The Central Methodist Episcopal Church is a historic church located at 215 North Capitol Avenue in Lansing, Michigan. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.
0.6 miNW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St. Mary Cathedral, Lansing
15 min walk • St. Mary Cathedral is a cathedral of the Roman Catholic Church in Lansing, Michigan one block north of the Michigan State Capitol. It is the seat of the bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Lansing.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is R.E. Olds Transportation Museum open?

R.E. Olds Transportation Museum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to R.E. Olds Transportation Museum?

Nearby attractions include Impression 5 Science Center, Lansing (5 min walk), Basement 414, Lansing (7 min walk), Lansing Downtown Historic District, Lansing (8 min walk), Lansing Center, Lansing (9 min walk).

How to get to R.E. Olds Transportation Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to R.E. Olds Transportation Museum:

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CATA Transportation Center (4 min walk)