At the National Corvette Museum, you’ll immerse yourself in the legacy of America’s Sports Car, the Chevrolet Corvette. Discover a rich history spanning over seven decades, showcasing the evolution of design, engineering, and the Corvette spirit. The Museum celebrates innovation, speed, and the enduring appeal of the Corvette, offering a remarkable journey for enthusiasts and families alike—igniting a passion in every guest.
About the Museum
Our Mission
The mission of the National Corvette Museum is to educate worldwide audiences on the evolution of the Corvette—America’s Sports Car—through collection, preservation, and celebration of its legacy.
Our Vision
The Museum will be recognized as the epicenter of the Corvette community’s enduring spirit, serve as the preeminent repository for this American icon, and operate with uncompromising standards while remaining focused on strategic growth that ensures our financial future.
Our Brand Promise
We are committed to operating at the highest museum standards. Our goal is to create exceptional experiences that leave a lasting impact, resulting in cherished memories. We aspire to be the world’s premier repository for all things Corvette, preserving and showcasing the rich heritage of this iconic automobile.
The History of the Skydome
The Skydome is the National Corvette Museum’s most famous gallery and an iconic Bowling Green landmark. It was created by Neumann/Smith Architecture as part of the original Museum building. When planning the layout of the Museum, architects wanted to add something that looked futuristic and was easily recognizable. The design of the Skydome achieves this goal in several ways. When viewed from overhead, its round shape resembles the curvature of a speedometer on a Corvette dashboard. At ground level, its bright yellow paint and dramatic height make the Museum easy for travelers on Interstate 65 to spot. Inside, the Skydome serves the Museum as a place for exhibits, receptions, and other special events. Despite its name, the Skydome is not technically a dome. The structure consists of a conical base with the top portion of the cone removed, creating a sloped surface. Architects refer to this type of shape as a frustum. An additional red spire pierces the Skydome through the top of the frustum, reaching 128 feet high. For an added effect, the highest eight feet of the spire include red lights that are visible for miles around at night. Some observers have suggested that the brightly lit spire resembles a Corvette taillight. As a feature of the Museum’s award-winning architecture, the Skydome captures the speed and excitement that make America’s Sports Car famous.