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Franklin Auto Museum
1405 East Kleindale Road, 3420 N Vine Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719, United States
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Ja
Review №1

One of Tucsons hidden gems. If you love cars and or history this is a must see for you. They are only open October through memorial day weekend. They have quite a few Franklin cars here, and the volunteers who run it are very knowledgeable. If you are in the area stop by, you will be happy you did.

Ro
Review №2

Loved this visit. I learned so much and wish I had a Franklin automobile. What exceptional autos. Well worth the visit! Take many pictures. There is so much to see. Very knowledgeable volunteers. See it!!!

Ma
Review №3

For the true antique auto fan, they have an impressive collection of antique Franklins and memorabilia. About 2 dozen total. Some restored, some left as is. One thing to note: the necessary liberal use of mothballs to protect the vehicles from pest damage is quite noticeable, so be prepared for that.

Ba
Review №4

What s wonderful find in Tucson! We had a great host who showed us the restored Franklin cars and horseless carriages from 1902 to the early 30s when Franklin went bankrupt. The cares were beautifully restored and artistically designed. The price is modest to get a delightful tour!

Ke
Review №5

If you are a vintage car person this is a great place to visit. Difficult to find as its in a residential area. The collection has some of the best Franklins Ive seen

Ju
Review №6

Tucson gem! Really enjoyed! Private tour, great cars with unbelievable restorations. Fantastic history of infancy of auto industry. Fantastic grounds and buildings. Can tell volunteers care for the museum, cars and those who take an interest. Will go again. Loved it!

Ch
Review №7

Wonderful little museum. Staff is very friendly and helpful. NOT handicap accessible AT ALL! As long as youre ambulatory, youll have a great time.

Ry
Review №8

Very nice museum with a great variety of Franklin cars and a knowledgeable and passionate staff that provide a guided tour. Allow for 2 hours not to rush.

Ed
Review №9

Amazing cars. Excellent host. Very informative. Good value for the $

Bo
Review №10

Really cool cars and it was so neat to see the house built in the 1930s. Enjoyed it very much.

La
Review №11

Very good collection of Franklin autos from between the wars. Couple of Packards as well. Knowledgeable volunteer guides show you around.

Jo
Review №12

Worth a stopAnd very knowledgeable staff. Small but big on the inside. Just keep going down the road to find this hidden gem

Ub
Review №13

We have lived in Tucson for more than 40 years and it took a guest to tell us about the Franklin Auto Museum. It is a wonderful experience, and a must go if you are into cars!

J
Review №14

A must see. It’s not big but the history is really awesome

Ma
Review №15

A wonderful place where the people who restore these historic cars show them to you and tell all about them. Ask questions!

Jo
Review №16

Absolutely spectacular. These cars are far and few between and it is a pleasure to see so many in such good condition all in one place.

Ph
Review №17

So glad we stopped in as we both enjoyed our tour with docent, Phil!The story of Franklin Autos is fascinating and the engineering was ahead of its time. Some beautiful old cars going all the way back to the turn of the 20th century. Lots of Franklin memorabilia to go along with the cars. The build quality of the cars is amazing and the restorations were and are a labour of love..Well worth a stop.....

G
Review №18

A lovely collection of Franklin automobiles, shown by people who tend to them.

Pe
Review №19

Great private museum. Very interesting

Ch
Review №20

Very cool place you might never know is there. Very unique place. Highly recommended.

Ju
Review №21

Great original and restored Franklin cars. The docents rode in some and helped restore others. Beautiful cars from 1905- 1930s

Ka
Review №22

Collection of Franklin vintage cars (1905-1934) in 3 small buildings. Guides are retired car enthusiasts. I would recommend it to anyone interested in vintage cars.

Lo
Review №23

Marvelous walk through the past through vintage autos. Guided tour adds alot to appreciation of all the hundreds of details mostly handmade. Seeing the evolution of cars is fascinating! Personal stories about the trips made with cars were very amusing.

Ki
Review №24

Hidden Gem for Franklin cars or antique cars fans. Very nice and knowledgeable guide. We enjoyed a lot. Just a problem, the signage is really small on ground, you will easily oversee it so not easy to find the entrance. Other than that, really worth to stop by n spend at least 1.5 hours there. Love it!

Jo
Review №25

Very neat place I highly recommend seeing this while you are in Tucson AZ.

Mi
Review №26

Very interesting and excellent dosan

Je
Review №27

First class museum with outstanding examples of the marque. Extremely knowledgeable docents to personally guide you and answer your most challenging questions. Highly recommend.

mi
Review №28

Great little museum. Wonderfully restored Franklins and extremely knowledgeable docent.

Tu
Review №29

A limited, but impressive offering of Franklin autos,circa 1930s.

Ri
Review №30

Great collection of cars and great staff.

sh
Review №31

This is a must go to place of you like cars or history. Remarkably well done, incredible collection. Curator was delightful. Hidden treasure!

Th
Review №32

Dad and I went to the US in 07 and his cousin know about this place and called them.We got a calm and very professional by a very nice guy named Chris. I tried to help him find parts for his vintage car back in my home country but it didnt work out.Wonderful place out in the sticks. Does not feel like a museum as such, more a show of privately owned cars. Very personal and very worth the while.

Sa
Review №33

A little hard to find but well worth it. Continue past the sign that says DO NOT ENTER.

Si
Review №34

I havent been inside of the Franklin Museum, as yet, but walk by it most mornings

Re
Review №35

Very cool and unique museum. Small but packed with a lot of Franklins. Had a personal tour and thoroughly enjoyed it.

Pa
Review №36

Second visit.New cars added. Cars were moved.Fantastic guide person.Will go again.

Ri
Review №37

Worth the effort to find! Great personalized tour.

Ll
Review №38

Love the cars !! Great history

Fr
Review №39

Great place to visit kind of hidden, gentleman there is very knowledgeable about the cars, worth the admission

Ch
Review №40

Absolutely the best. Beautiful MN

De
Review №41

There is about 25 Franklins in 4 buildings A nice quiet tour

Ha
Review №42

I have visited several times, great setting and insightful tours. Witness automotive history right here in Tucson, Arizona.

Da
Review №43

This is a hidden gem, if you like old cars and classic fun check this out.

Ma
Review №44

Worth the fee. Tour was personal and informative even after 30 yrs in dealership parts and service experience.

A
Review №45

Loved it. Lots of great information

Er
Review №46

Franklin Auto Museum was awesome great people that run the place. Didnt know anything about the Franklin Museum until now.

An
Review №47

The museum is very small and nobody was around when I visited. At $10 entrance I feel its a bit overpriced for what is on offer.

Ji
Review №48

Absolutely fantastic

Hi
Review №49

Stupid place to go

Cr
Review №50

Great little museum in Tucson

De
Review №51

Amazing place!

Du
Review №52

Great tours! A hidden gem!

Na
Review №53

Cool cars.

Mo
Review №54

Very cool

Pa
Review №55

Great hidden museum

Ri
Review №56

If you are a car enthusiast check this place out!

Ja
Review №57

Grrrrrrrreat!!!

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  • Address:1405 East Kleindale Road, 3420 N Vine Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719, United States
  • Site:http://franklinmuseum.org/
  • Phone:+1 520-326-8038
Categories
  • Museum
  • Tourist attraction
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Restaurant:No
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