Vanderbilt Cup Races

Thursday, December 4, 2008:  Update on the Latest Mystery Photo!

Tl Thousand has provided additional information on our latest mystery photo. Click here for TL's latest comment.

Images from the November Presentations

The November presentations on the Long Island Motor Parkway and the Vanderbilt Cup Races drew over 250 people, breaking attendance records at all three locations.

Farmingdale-Bethpage Historical Society Presentation, November 16, 2008

Highlighted by Newsday as a weekend Best Bet, this special Farmingdale-Bethpage Historical Society presentation at the Farmingdale Library was attended by over 110 people including the grandaughter of William K. Vanderbilt, Jr.

The presentation and book signing by Howard Kroplick included a discussion of the Vanderbilt…

Long Island Motor Touring Club Presentation, November 13, 2008

Over 60 people attended the interactive presentation "America’s First Automobile Road" at the Long Island Motor Touring Club on Thursday, November 13, 2008.During the book signing, the audience was treated to a rare showing of the 1946 Mineola Automobile Meet featuring Old 16 Locomobile driven by 72-year old veteran Vanderbilt…

Suffolk County Historical Society Presentation: Saturday, November 8, 2008

Al Velocci and Howard Kroplick presented "The Long Island Motor Parkway" at the Suffolk County Historical Society in Riverhead to an enthusiastic audience totaling over 70 people. Antique cars from the Peconic Bay Region of AACA also made an impressive appearance.

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This Sunday’s Presentation Selected as a Best Bet by Newsday

This Sunday's Farmingdale's presentation was featured in the Explore LI section of Friday's Newsday. Check out image 11 of the photo gallery. This special Farmingdale-Bethpage Historical Society program will be held at Farmingdale Library beginning at 2:00 PM. It will include a discussion of the Vanderbilt Cup Races,…

Thursday, December 4, 2008: Update on the Latest Mystery Photo!

Okay automobile history fans, here is another mystery photo for your review and feedback.

Can you identify the car in the above photo? Is it a Vanderbilt Cup racer? This fantastic copyrighted photo was submitted by TL Thousand who would appreciate your help. Please place your comments in the… (4 comments)

Another Meeting of LIMP and Vanderbilt Cup Race Fans Today in Riverhead

Looking for something to do on this overcast Saturday? Al Velocci and I will be discussing our new book "The Long Island Motor Parkway"at 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM at the Suffolk County Historical Society in Riverhead. Presentations will be followed by book signings. Weather permitting, antique cars from…

Radio Interview with Howard Kroplick on “The Long Island Motor Parkway”

On Wednesday, November 5, 2008, Howard Kroplick was interviewed by Bonnie Grice on her "In the Morning" WLIU 88.3 FM radio show . Bonnie and Howard had a fun 10-minute conversation on the new book "The Long Island Motor Parkway" written by Al Velocci and Howard Kroplick. Click

Tuesday, November 4, 2008: Election Day is Here!

Today is Election Day. Vote and make history!!

Featured Upcoming Event

-Presentation "America's First Automobile Parkway" at the Suffolk County Historical Society: Saturday, November 8, 2008