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New Bremen, Ohio: America's Oldest Bicycle

The oldest bicycle in America also looks like the most uncomfortable bicycle in America. Also on display at the Bicycle Museum of America: Pee-wee Herman's bike.

Bicycle Museum of America

Address:
7 W Monroe St., New Bremen, OH
Directions:
Bicycle Museum of America. 13 miles off interstate I-75; corner of State Route 66 and State Route 264.
Hours:
M-F 11 am - 5 pm, Sa 11 am - 2 pm. (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Phone:
419-629-9249
Admission:
$3.
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Pee Wee Herman's bicycle.

Bicycle Museum of America

Besides the oldest bicycle (and hundreds of others), one of the most famous bikes in movie history, from Pee Wee's Big Adventure, is on display at the museum.

[Scott Beckerman, 02/09/2016]

According to the Volo Auto Museum, which has another Pee Wee bike, there were 15 of them made for the movie. A lot of wear and tear was expected during filming.

America's Oldest Bicycle.

America's Oldest Bicycle - Bicycle Museum of America

Oldest bicycle in America is housed in this 14,000 square foot historic building in downtown New Bremen, Ohio.

[Annette Thompson, 08/23/2006]

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