The things that make the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum in Birmingham, Alabama extraordinary
You don’t have to be a vintage motorsports enthusiast to enjoy this fine outing; If you are, an outing is a must if you’re in the Birmingham area.
this presentation of motorcycles and race cars is unequaled
1,000 motorcycles could be removed and it would still be a great place to see
experiences visitors can expect
taking into account the attention spans
It’s impressive in size, scope and tidiness
At 144,000 sq. ft., the four-story Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum has 30 to 35 percent more floor space than the average convention center’s main hall.
If there were only 50 motorcycles and 10 race cars in the building, it would be worth the price of admission for most motorsports enthusiasts.
You’ll enjoy the world’s largest motorcycle collection — about 1,800 two-wheel vehicles — all under one roof. Since 2014, Guinness World Records has recognized it as the world’s largest collection of vintage and contemporary motorcycles. Over 1,000 of the motorcycles are on display at any given time.
artfully curated; if motorcycles are works of art, it’s a giant art gallery
Admission is reasonable
you can inspect it yourself at the incredible ; for the $20.
shiny things, presented ; immaculate - clean and neat
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You should learn a little about Mr. Barber before you go
George Barber milk dairy
Incredible motorcycle collection wonderfully displayed at this spacious Alabama museum
shiny things, presented marvelously
Experience the world’s largest motorcycle collection
Here are 30 things to know as you plan an outing to the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum at the Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham.
Enjoy a close up look of an individual machine, or step back and take in a view of dozens of bikes and cars stretching out over 350 feet in length or four stories high:
about 100 Harleys; 220 different manufacturers represented, from 22 different countries; no idea there had been that many brands
Barber Motorsports Park; now 880 acres;
Combining trip to nearby shopping
Buc-ee’s and Bass Pro Shop are within two miles, while The Shops of Grand River — an outlet center with about 70 stores — is located three miles away.
Barber Advanced Design Center
Premium museum tour features the restoration level.
Annual events such as Barber Vintage Fest each fall, and the Children’s of Alabama Indy Grand Prix in the spring.
feels like a giant showroom; , immaculate and best-in-class vibes
Displays are organized by era, or theme, rather than manufacturer. So, expect to see clusters of brands such as Triumph, Harley and Vincent — or Honda and Indian — side by side:
Lotus car collection
The park opened in 2003. The 2.38-mile (3.83 km) road course has a 17 turns and a good number of elevation changes.
the largest philanthropic endeavor in the history of Alabama:
How does the museum benefit the community? The Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum is a 501(c)3 Tax Exempt Private Operating Foundation. The museum partners with local and national charities including the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation ® (PBTF) Birmingham Ride for Kids ® program sponsored by HONDA manufacturing of Alabama; Camp Smile-a-Mile’s Camp SAM Motorcycle Ride; and with the Boy Scouts of America, Birmingham. Further, the museum’s Education Department hosts field trips and summer camps, bringing Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM) to life through the marvelous world of motorsports. Additionally, the museum generates positive publicity for our region and attracts visitors to Birmingham from across the country and around the world.
"The museum is a 501(c)(3) Not-for-Profit Foundation and is considered the largest philanthropic project taken on by an individual in the history of Alabama."
Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum
Let your imagination — or your memories — run wild in one of the best places in America to surround yourself with motorsports nostalgia:
Guggenheim Museum art event; motorcycles as an art form
vintage IndyCar collection
IndyCar Grand Prix of Alabama and the annual Barber Vintage Festival
MotoAmerica Superbikes at Barber, April 4-6, 2025 (https://www.motoamerica.com/wp-content/Calendar)
steam engine
gift shop
restoration
It’s open seven days a week. From April 1 to September 30, hours are from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and Noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday. From October 1 to March 31, it closes at 5 p.m. It’s closed on most major holidays. The museum is sometimes closed for private events. Most of those fall on weekdays. So, check your dates for these types of closures before planning your trip.
From JSU: Recognized by Guiness World Records as the largest motorcycle museum in the world, the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum
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Member benefits:
Museum members can register for the chance to enjoy hot laps up to four times a year. Hot laps take you for a spirited ride around the Barber Road Course with a certified Porsche Track Experience instructor. Registration is required, seating is limited and members over 16 only (age 16-18 must have guardian present).
https://barberracingevents.com