The Spirit of St. Louis Region of the Classic Car Club of America culminates its year of activities with the Annual Meeting. This year our meeting will be held at one of our city’s gems, the National Museum of Transportation, in the Earl C. LIndburg Automotive Center.

Our keynote speaker will be Andrew Weil, the Executive Director of Landmarks Association of St. Louis, whose mission is to preserve, enhance and promote St. Louis’ architectural heritage and to encourage sound planning and good contemporary design.

Founded in 1944, the National Museum of Transportation curates the largest collection of its kind in the world. The museum’s mission is to be the leader in protecting and interpreting North America’s transportation heritage.

Molly Butterwork and Tom Eyssell, the authors of a new book about St. Louis Auto History entitled They Will Run, will be on hand to sign copies of their book at the Earl C. Lindburg Automotive Center at the National Museum of Transportation.

Named for the warm bakery fresh Olive Bread served, Pan D’Olive offers diners a celebration to Mediterranean cuisine with a California twist, in a stylish contemporary setting. Led by Sam Kacar, Pan D’Olive promises to satisfy the curious palates of St. Louis diners with a sophisticated menu focused on the Greek and Turkish influences of the region.

Crusoe’s Restaurant is a family-owned, family-style restaurant located in the Oakville Shopping Center in the St. Louis suburb of Oakville, MO. The menu includes red and white wine, beer on tap, bottled beer, beverages & smoothies, appetizers, soups & salads, entrees, seafood entrees, signature pastas entrees, sandwiches, burgers and pizza,

Hosted by Gateway Fire Historical Society & American Truck Historical Society. This event is interspersed on multiple lots and throughout museum.

Established in 2011, Three Kings Public House offers upscale global pub food with an emphasis on fresh ingredients, grown by local farmers in Missouri and Illinois. Produce is sourced from nearby farms which assures you of the freshest produce picked at the peak of the season. What’s more, their fish is fresh caught-never frozen, and they serve all natural, non-GMO beef and chicken. Whether you are vegan, gluten-free, vegetarian, or just plain gluttonous, their outstanding menu will surely delight you. Kings also offers more than 30 beers on tap, a one-of-a-kind beer bottle list, and an extensive cocktail and wine selection. They have won numerous local awards for their popular appetizers, burgers, and craft beers, as well as national recognition for our unique breaded chicken wings.

Hosted by Jim Gormley

Sponsored by the Horseless Carriage Club of Missouri

Celebrating Early Fords, hosted by Model A Restorers Club, Model T Car Club & Early Ford V-8 Club, Upper Lot

The always-hopping Schlafly Bottleworks is the brand's flagship, and the massive Maplewood location is a venue, restaurant, bar, bottling plant, retailer and mini-museum paying homage to St. Louis' storied brewing history. The well-staffed restaurant serves up thoughtful New American cuisine, and yes, all the beer you care to drink. Freshness is king at Bottleworks, from the beer brewed on the premises to the homegrown, organic menu.

Text from Riverfront Times

Located in the heart of Forest Park, dining on the banks of Post-Dispatch lake is a part of local history.

A head count is needed for this event, so if you are interested in attending please RSVP to SSR Board Member Robert Bruce at robertmbruce@yahoo.com.

Seating is limited to 35 guests.

Presented by SSR Member Ben Hilliker.