20th
Century Gallery FLINT
AND THE AMERICAN DREAM Flint’s dramatic history as the birthplace of General
Motors comes to life at the Alfred P. Sloan Museum.
Flint
and the American Dream takes visitors on a fascinating
journey through Flint in the 20th century - from the birth
of the auto industry to the present. Here visitors encounter
the ups and downs of General Motors, the birth of the UAW,
Flint’s role as the “Arsenal of Democracy”
and what life was like during the 50s, 60s and 70s. The gallery
is packed with over 600 artifacts and photographs, including
rare antique automobiles, colorful neon signs, period clothing,
household furnishings and commercial goods.
Halfway
Cafe The Halfway Cafe, Sloan Museum’s 1950s style lunchroom,
is located at the midpoint of the museum. This area allows
visitors to sit down, enjoy a snack and a cold drink from
our vending machines, before continuing their museum tour.
Discovery Center A special place for kids to touch, learn, and have fun. Create a puppet show, build a fort, and lots more!
Flint’s dramatic history as the birthplace of General
Motors comes to life at the Alfred P. Sloan Museum.
Flint
and the American Dream takes visitors on a fascinating
journey through Flint in the 20th century - from the birth
of the auto industry to the present. Here visitors encounter
the ups and downs of General Motors, the birth of the UAW,
Flint’s role as the “Arsenal of Democracy”
and what life was like during the 50s, 60s and 70s. The gallery
is packed with over 600 artifacts and photographs, including
rare antique automobiles, colorful neon signs, period clothing,
household furnishings and commercial goods. 
