The Model T

The centerpiece exhibit at the Grove City Welcome Center and Museum is a pristine 1912 Ford Model T donated by Joan Eyerman and her late husband, Louis. The vehicle first entered the building Sept. 19, 2009 becoming the first exhibit at the newly created museum. For many years it was a popular attraction at the September Arts in the Alley Parade. The vehicle is now on permanent display inside the museum. Joan and Louie purchased the car in 1985 from Earl Trego who had purchased it in 1941 from Carl DeLong who is believed to have been the original owner. The museum is a partnership between the City of Grove City and the Southwest Franklin County Historical Society. It’s open free to the public Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. until Noon.