Welcome to "NCM Central", the electronic news report from the National Corvette Museum. Here you will find news on NCM events and happenings, Corvette Store specials, GM Corvette Assembly Plant updates, Corvette Racing reports and more.

CORVETTE STORE WEEKLY FEATURES

Fall is just around the corner, and the Corvette Store is ready with new fashion apparel in stock now! New C5 logo anorak jackets in lobster red and black bamboo are great for both ladies and men, and are light weight and weather resistant. Storm guard coating on the peached 100% polyester. The anorak can be stuffed into back pouch for convenience. Made by Cutter and Buck. Also check out new ladies fashions like cardigan sweaters and polo sets in colorful watermelon, blueberry and now apple. New Keychains, C5 racing logo caps and much more have been added to the store. Take a look and shop by clicking here:
http://www.corvettemuseum.com/store or call (800) 53-VETTE.

397 NEW MEMBERS RECRUITED THROUGH THIS YEAR'S ONE + ONE CAMPAIGN

This year's One + One Campaign was an overwhelming success thanks to the many members who recruited and supported the program. 397 new members were recruited through the campaign, bringing the Museum's membership count to over 14,500. "It is hard to believe that we beat last year's number by over 85 memberships, but we did," stated Membership Services Manager Stephanie Ferrell. "Last year's campaign took the Museum over the 10,000 membership mark, and this year's campaign continues our goal of reaching new levels." The campaign offered current members and their newly recruited members, opportunities to win exciting prizes donated by many Corvette sponsors and supporters. A list of the One + One campaign prize winners is available by visiting: http://www.corvettemuseum.com/members/members_only/index.shtml We appreciate the continued support of everyone who participated in the program.

GRAND PRIX OF THE AMERICA'S RACE/PIT PACKAGE AUCTIONS ONLINE NOW

The Museum in conjunction with Corvette Racing will be sending race fans to the upcoming Grand Prix of the America's race in Miami Florida on October 5th. The NCM Auction features 2 packages to join in with either the #3 or #4 C5-R race team for all the excitement! Packages also include passes to the Corvette Corral, racing apparel and a hot lap pass. Auction closes August 6 for the #3 pit/race package and on August 7 for the #4 C5-R package. Make your bids now on these exciting packages by clicking here: http://www.corvettemuseum.com/auction/auction.cgi?racing

MONTEREY HISTORICS UPDATE

Two great American traditions - the Chevrolet Corvette and the Monterey Historic Automobile Races - team up on August 16 – 18 at Laguna Seca Raceway in Monterey, Calif., when Corvette will be the featured marque at the world’s premier vintage race.
Currently in the midst of an exciting 50th model year anniversary celebration, the Corvette will be the focal point of what promises to be an impressive collection of displays and activities for enthusiasts who love and recognize Corvette as America’s ultimate sports car. Visit www.corvettemuseum.com for more information on advance sign-ups for the limited number of passes to the Corvette Corral and Corvette Island areas of the Laguna Seca Raceway.

CORVETTE CELEBRATION UPDATE

Get registered now for the Museum's 8th annual Corvette Celebration and Corvette Hall of Fame. Individual seating and corporate tables seating 8 people are available. Corporate tables receive a special commemorative glass per setting. (8 per table) Seating at the Corvette Hall of Fame is limited. Also be sure to get signed up for the Jefferson Davis Memorial road tour and luncheon. Only 30 spots are left for the special road tour. The Corvette Celebration is scheduled for August 28-September 1st. NCM Lifetime members receive "Free" event admission but must pre-register. Hall of Fame banquet and other ticketed events are separate from the complimentary event registration. Pre-registration ends August 26. A winner will be drawn at the event for a 50th Anniversary Corvette! Tickets are $10 each, or take a chance on a 50th Anniversary Corvette raffle scheduled to be given away at Mid America's Funfest - only 1,953 tickets to be sold! Both raffles are available by visiting: http://www.corvettemuseum.com/200250thraffle/index.shtml Register for the celebration and Corvette Hall of Fame here: http://www.corvettemuseum.com/registration/celebration/info.shtml

About the Submitter:
Submitted by Bobbie Jo Lee
National Corvette Museum Communications
who can be reached at bobbiejo@corvettemuseum.com, or
visited on the web at http://www.corvettemuseum.com