For More Information Contact:
Jo McCoy
Studebaker National Museum
201 Chapin Street
South Bend, IN 46601
574.235.9714
jmccoy@studebakermuseum.org
Presented by Brandon J. Anderson, Executive Director & CEO of the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 1:30pm in the Wiekamp Auditorium
$2 admission / FREE to Studebaker National Museum members & Campus members, refreshments to follow
This presentation explores Frank Lloyd Wright’s deep appreciation for the automobile as both a symbol of personal freedom and an extension of innovative design. Wright saw the rise of the automobile as a transformative force—one that enabled greater connection to the natural world while reflecting the same principles of form, function, and beauty that defined his architectural philosophy. Attendees will gain insight into Wright’s admiration for the Cord L-29—a vehicle he praised for its harmonious proportions and logical beauty—as well as his ownership of other distinguished marques, including Bentley, Jaguar, Packard, Cadillac, and Mercedes-Benz.
Led by Brandon J. Anderson, Executive Director & CEO of the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum, this presentation examines Wright’s lifelong fascination with automobiles, highlighting both his personal experiences and the influence of automotive design on his broader creative vision.
ABOUT SPEAKER SERIES
The Studebaker Speaker Series, presented by the Campisi Family Education Fund, is held in the Wiekamp Auditorium. Regular Speaker Series admission is $2. Regular admission fees apply to tour the Studebaker National Museum and The History Museum. Studebaker National Museum and Campus members are admitted free!
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