An exhibition of motorcycles and motorcycle art

June 10, 2011 – July 23, 2011, Opening Reception June 10, 2011: 5 -7pm

Since their invention, motorcycles have become a focus for popular interest and expression. This exhibition explores the public’s fascination with motorcycles and motorcycle culture. On display will be over 25 classic motorcycles from all eras and 62 examples of motorcycle related art works. Motorcycles on exhibition will include many models with an historical review of Harley-Davidsons from 1911 through 2011. The display will also be accompanied by many motorcycle related artifacts. This dual display will occupy both floors of the Museum and promises to be a major motorcycle and art event. Click here for a presentation of accepted entries and the winners.

Click here for a Tour of the Gallery

Thank you to our sponsors:

Farr’s True Value, BNT Promotional Products, Black Market Gourmet, Benetti’s Italian Restaurant, Coos ATV & Cycle, Shoji Planning, LLC, Highway 101 Harley Davidson, Honda World, Coos Cycle & Supply, The Mill Casino, Bay Area Chiropractic Center

Show Winners: Click here for a presentation of accepted entries and the winners.
1st Place: Inside I.C.C.E Motorcycle Shop #2, Oil, Andrew Patterson – Tutschka, Sacramento, CA
2nd Place: Rat Scrambler, Pastel, D.F. Gray, Errington, B.C.
3rd Place: Flat Head III, Scratchboard, William F. Storm, Ashland, OR
Honorable Mention: Scrap No More, Assemblage (90% eye glasses), Steven Ash, Lakeside, OR
Honorable Mention: Hayabusa Headers, Photography, Daniel Peirce, Grapevine, TX
Honorable Mention: Biker, Wire, Bart Soutendijk, Quitman, TX
Honorable Mention: Eric Vaughn & Indian @ Bonneville, Photography, Peter Vincent, Moscow, ID











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