About Us
Our Beginnings
The Stillwater Car Club started out as the Stillwater Antique and Classic Car Club in 1988 when several like-minded individuals started meeting regularly for breakfast on the first Saturday of the month in each other's homes. Some of the original members were John Hamilton, Gerald & Jeanette Bradshaw, John & Earlene Leonard, Ken & Peggy King, and Bruce & Bonnie Petty.
In 1995, the club was incorporated as a nonprofit. In that same year, it hosted its first local car show. The club rapidly outgrew the home meetings and has met at several public venues around Stillwater over the years.
As club membership continued to grow, finding ways to give back to our community became a unanimous desire so in 2021, the club established a scholarship program using proceeds from its annual car show. These scholarships are awarded to students working through the automotive program at Meridian Technology Center, aiming to foster continued interest within the next generation. In 2023, an endowment was established by the club to provide a legacy commitment to empowering the next generation in the automotive industry.
Original logo designed by Bruce Petty
Our Mission
"The purpose of the Stillwater Car Club is to educate, nurture, and cultivate public interest in cars."
Fulfilling Our Mission
Membership
Members enjoy many opportunities to share cars and laughs throughout the year: breakfast meetings, ice cream socials, car shows, excursions, and, of course, Christmas parties!
Participation
Whether it's our local meetings, community events, or regional car shows, we're constantly sharing our passion for cars, providing inspiration, and educating people about our hobby.
Excursions
Several times throughout the year, we organize excursions for our members to places of automotive interest in the region. We visit both public and private car collections, some of which are very exclusive, as well as various museums and automotive attractions — intriguing and inspiring!
Investing in the Next Generation
The trades are important to us. Especially the ones directly related to our beloved hobby and passion! Each year, the proceeds from our annual car show provide scholarships for students in the automotive programs at Meridian Technology Center. Additionally, the proceeds also help bolster an established endowment to continue providing financial aid to those students well into the future.
Join Us!
There are several ways you can participate, donate, or do both! If you would like to visit us or become a member, check our events page and join us at our next event or download a membership form below.
If you would like to learn how you can help with our mission, contact us below. You can also use the donation button below to help us out.
