"Dream of Personal Mobility" World's Largest Automotive Mural Hung In New Automotive Hall of Fame


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aine artist John Gable this week installed his 12-ft.-high, 65-ft-long mural in the new Automotive Hall of Fame, which will open August 16th in Dearborn, MI.

The mural will be exhibited in a circular room called "The Dedication Center." It contains nearly 100 scenes that show how motor vehicles have influenced the lifestyle of the world: "A century in sixty-five feet."

"The mural is a tribute to the people who pursued their dream of personal mobility and changed the world," said Gene McKinney, President of the Hall. Etched in a mahogany "reader rail" in front of the mammoth mural are the honored names and signatures of the Hall's 155 inductees.

Before becoming a fine artist, Gable worked for General Motors, and helped design the 1982 Pontiac Firebird. [07/27/1997]

Automotive Hall of Fame

Address:
21400 Oakwood Blvd, Dearborn, MI
Directions:
Hwy 39/Southfield Freeway exit 6. Drive west on US 12/Michigan Ave. for about one mile, then turn left (south) onto Oakwood Blvd. Drive a quarter-mile, then turn left onto Beech St. At the corner of Oakwood and Beech.
Admission:
Adults: $6; Kids (5-18):$3
Hours:
Sa-Su 9-5 (Call to verify)
Phone:
313-240-4000

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