Studebaker National Museum operates as a 501 (c) 3 non-profit corporation that continually strives to provide educational and public programming to the Michiana community and all its visitors. The Mission of The Studebaker National Museum is to honor and perpetuate the legacy of the rich industrial heritage of the South Bend area, through the display, interpretation, conservation and preservation of Studebaker vehicles, archives and other objects to enrich present and future generations. The Museum is intended to be a fitting memorial to men and women of our community whose vision, creativity and energy built the products that are today our industrial manufacturing heritage. The Studebaker National Museum is an accredited institution by the American Association of Museums