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TUCSON AUTO MUSEUM INC
TUCSON, AZ · EIN 854139637 · Form 990EZ · FY2022 · NTEE A50 · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.waynestoys.com
revenue
$102K
expenses
$137K
net assets
$65K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

THE ENTITY IS ORGANIZED EXCLUSIVELY FOR CHARITABLE AND EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES UNDER SECTION 501(C)(3) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE, AND OPERATES A MUSEUM FOR THE DISPLAY OF ANTIQUE VEHICLES.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Tucson Auto Museum is an operational museum showcasing a collection of 65-75 classic, iconic, and unique automobiles, along with automobilia. It aims to preserve and present automotive history to the public, offering both general admission and event hosting services in Tucson, Arizona.

named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

Batman Exhibit
Features iconic vehicles from the Tim Burton film Batman Returns, including the Batmobile, Bat Ski Boat, and Duck Boat.
Classic Car Collection Exhibition
Showcases 65-75 classic, iconic, and unique automobiles, including a Model T, Cadillacs, Desotos, Packards, Corvettes, Thunderbirds, Mustangs, and a Delorean, along with automobilia.
Event Hosting
Provides the museum facility as a venue for various private events such as corporate events, wedding receptions, holiday parties, family reunions, and charity events.
activities · 3 groups

what they do

  • Heritage Streetcar and Transit Vehicle Restoration 4 activities
    • Engage public through off-site appearances and car shows
      Participates in regular public car shows with operational vehicles from its collection, promoting outreach and public engagement.
    • Operate a classic car museum with permanent and themed exhibits
      Maintains a collection of 65–75 classic, iconic, and unique automobiles along with vintage automobilia in a 20,000+ square foot facility, including dedicated exhibits such as the Batmobile, Bat Ski Boat, and Duck Boat from Batman Returns.
    • Operate a permanent classic car museum exhibit
      Maintains a collection of 65–75 classic, iconic, and unique automobiles along with vintage automobilia in a 20,000+ square foot facility, including featured exhibits such as the Batmobile, Bat Ski Boat, and Duck Boat from Batman Returns.
    • Participate in public car shows
      Regularly participates in public car shows with operational vehicles from its collection, including recognition such as first place in its class at the Tucson Classics Car Show and a Best of Show award at Torque Fest 2015.
  • Member-Focused Newsletter Publishing 2 activities
    • Communicate museum news and automotive history to subscribers
      Provides regular email updates about historic car news and museum developments to subscribers.
    • Distribute museum and automotive history updates
      Provides regular email updates about historic car news and museum developments to its audience.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Host private and corporate events
      Offers event hosting services at its classic car museum venue for private and corporate functions.
    • Host private and corporate events at museum venue
      Offers the museum space as a venue for private and corporate events, leveraging its collection and facilities for event hosting.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$102K
Contributions & grants$100K98%
Program service revenue$2K2%
Investment income——
Other revenue$279
expenses
Total expenses$137K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$82K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$66K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$65K
1 years on record · 2022–2022
relationships · 2

who they work with

  • Tri-C Engineering Partner — Displays a race car engineered by Tri-C Engineering used in the Charlie’s Angels movie.
  • Waynes Toys Partner — Shares facility and branding with Waynes Toys, operating as the Tucson Auto Museum at Waynes Toys.