Our hours will be updating soon!
Please call (765)-488-0026 in advance to verify that we are open!
Museum Mission Statement
The MTFCA Model T Museum is committed to collecting, preserving, and exhibiting artifacts from the Model T Ford era for future generations through displays and events that educate people of all ages on the history, lore, and skills needed to maintain the car that put the world on wheels.
Ranked #1 by TripAdvisor
Nestled in the heart of Richmond Indiana’s Depot District, see Model Ts of all shapes and sizes hosted at the world’s largest Model T association. Once “the” transportation mecca of the 19th century, it is now a “must-see” destination filled with notable architecture, unique shops, stunning murals, fun and fabulous restaurants, a chocolatier, a microbrewery and much more! Visit richmonddepotdistrict.com to find out more about the area and view upcoming events.
Call the Museum at: (765) 488-0026
Interactive Museum Tour
Never been to the Model T Museum? Or maybe you’ve been there but not visited in the past 6 months? Here’s your chance to take a virtual interactive tour of both the Main Museum building AND the Vintage Ford Agency building. It’s the next best thing to being here!
Interactive Tour Instructions
When using a computer to navigate
Click & Drag to look around the Space, OR use the arrow keys to turn left & right.
Click on the Rings throughout the Space to move from each Location, OR use the arrow keys to move forward and back.
Use the Scroll Wheel on the mouse to zoom in and out, OR use the Plus & Minus keys to zoom in and out.
You can choose specific areas of the Museum to zoom to quickly by selecting in the lower left corner of the screen the “View Floor Plan” or “View Dollhouse” options (you can skip quickly into the Vintage Garage, Machine Shop, or Ag Room that way)
When using tablet, smart phone, or any other touch screen device
Simply tap to move forward, slide to turn from side to side, or zoom in and out.
What to Expect
More than just a collection, it’s an immersive experience. Here are some of what you’ll find at the Model T Museum!
1920s Model T Garage
AUXILARY BUILDING
Walk back in time to see a real working 1920s repair and mechanic shop. The working tools and exhibits are actual working items.
Gift Shop
MAIN BUILDING
The items sold here have been produced or specially selected by the Model T Ford Club of America for those who love the Model T hobby and the MTFCA.
Workshops and Classes
MAIN AND AUXILIARY BUILDING
Get hands on knowledge! Brass, mechanic, etc… workshops and library.
More than Just Cars
MAIN AND AUXILIARY BUILDING
In addition to our Model T displays, check out other tools, artifacts, and other 1920 era goodies.
Exhibits
Among the stars are a 1909 touring (one of the very first Ts), a 1912 brass Town Car, a 1925 fire truck, a one-of-a-kind Snowmobile, and a 1931 Pietenpol airplane with a Model T Engine. An Agency Show Room, Vintage Garage and Machine Shop, as well as an Agriculture Display all transport visitors into the look and feel of the Model T era. Educational opportunities include an extensive reference library; a cutaway chassis that reveals the inner workings of the T; plus a variety of manuals, publications, CDs and restoration DVDs available for purchase. The museum welcomes school and tour groups.
Volunteer at the Museum
We are always in need of volunteers to help at the Museum. Just fill out our form and we’ll be in touch!