Automobiles have captured attention and even devotion since the late 1800s.
And fans of antique cars can get their fix at Haney Heritage Village and Museum’s 16th Annual Classic Antique Car Show on Sunday, Aug. 9.
The popular event features more than 100 classic and antique automobiles on display throughout the village.
“This car show is fun for the whole family and has become a favourite among car collectors, fans and spectators from far and wide,” says village manager Susan Mackie. “If you are interested in displaying your vehicle, free registration is from 8 to 10 a.m.
Registered cars and trucks will receive a commemorative car show ribbon to display and have the opportunity to win in the People’s Choice Awards.
Attendees can pick up ballots in the museum to vote for their favourite vehicles in the People’s Choice categories that include: Antique pre 1916, Vintage Pre 1942, American- Stock Only to 1969, American Stock Only 1970 and up, Modified (Hot Rods and Custom) and Foreign.
First- and second-place ribbons will be awarded in each class. People’s balloting will close at 1 p.m. with ribbons awarded at 1:30.
Visitors to the show will enjoy the smooth country gospel sounds of award-winning vocalist Abe Zacharias.
Zacharias has recorded 13 albums of which almost all are of original content.
In 1997 he became a member of the Country Gospel Music Association, was nominated for the Silver Heart Award for Male Vocalist of the Year and won the titles for the Northwest Region in both the United States and Canada.
Returning to the Car Show is young local musician Phoenix Goldsmith, on his red Fender bass, alongside his mentor Peter Clark. The duo has selected material to complement the car show including a repertoire from the ’60s “surf and drag” era (The Ventures and The Shadows), classic tunes from the Jazz age, and even the occasional tune from the 1970s.
Gate admission is $7 for adults, $4 for children ages five to 12 and free for children four and under.
Start your day at the outdoor kitchen with a delicious pioneer pancake breakfast for $6. Enjoy a barbecue lunch with all the fixings from $5.50. Popcorn and ice cream will be available at the outside tent. Marjorie’s Tea Room will be serving a lunch special for $7.99.
R.J. Haney Heritage Village is located at 751 Hwy. 97B across from Driver Car & Truck Sale.
For more information, call 250-832-5243, visit www.salmonarmmuseum.org or like them at facebook.com/Haneyheritage.