Suburban Sightseeing—The Motorcycle Hall of Fame
If you don’t live in the area, you probably aren’t aware that the Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum is located right here in Ohio, in the Columbus suburb of Pickerington.
It shares the beautiful property with the American Motorcyclist Association.
The museum has three main exhibit halls and an art gallery. The second floor houses the main exhibit for the museum, which is a major undertaking that changes every 2-3 years. The current exhibit, Motocross America features 60 motorcycles in over 8,000 sq. ft. and covers the history of American Motocross.
On the first floor, the museum features the SuperMann exhibit, which celebrates the career of Dick Mann. This area changes every 6-12 months.
Also on the first floor is the Hall of Fame exhibit, which displays both the names of Hall of Fame inductees and dozens of their bikes.
Previous exhibits include: Heroes of Harley Davidson, A Century of Indian, Craig Vetter: Man in the Wind, Biker Generation (a collection of photographs from Michael Lichter) and Women & Motorcycling.
Good to Know Before You Go:
The museum is open 9-5 seven days a week. It is closed only New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
There is plenty of parking (free) for cars and motorcycles alike, including covered mororcycle parking for those hot or wet days.
Dress comfortably—this is not your average stuffy museum.
It can be tricky to get to, so follow these directions:
From Columbus take I-70 East to exit 112 A. As soon as you get off get into the left hand lane. At the first light (St. Rt. 204) turn left. Go to the second light (Yarmouth Dr.) and turn left. The entrance to the AMA/MHFM property is about 1 tenth of a mile back on the left, just before the residential area.
If you get lost call 614-856-2222. The museum staff is accustomed to giving directions to frustrated travelers.
Admission:
Adults- $10
Seniors- $8
AMA members- $5
Juniors (ages 12-18) $3
Under 12 free
Discounts for AAA members and members of National Motorcycle Organizations. If you are not sure—ask!
If while enjoying the museum you get the idea that it would be a great place to host your next party, you can! The museum is available for private rental. 614-856-2222 ask for Beth.
Also, there is a nice gift shop and vending machines, but no restaurant on site. Not to worry though, you are within 1/2 mile of dozens of eating places in all price ranges.
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