What Drives Us: Celebrating Clara Bow and her 1929 Rolls-Royce
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 Published On Apr 19, 2024

Through this third installment of Owls Head Transportation Museum’s “What Drives Us” spring education series you will hear the story of film star Clara Bow and see her one-of-a-kind 1929 Rolls-Royce Phantom Derby Tourer which is part of OHTM’s collection! The event will include screening of two of Bow’s films, as well as a lecture by Education Director Megan Galinsky on the actress and her rare vehicle.

This car was built specifically for Clara Bow as an engagement gift because she ‘couldn't get a car that would go fast enough!’ Spend the day watching her movies, hearing her story and seeing the Rolls-Royce engagement gift that left her speechless. Painted a creamy white with red spoked wheels and red interior, the vehicle is a veritable ‘rolling Valentine,’ complete with a custom bar in the rear seat!

Interest in Clara Bow’s career has experienced a renewed interest among younger audiences recently, as “Clara Bow” is the title song from Taylor Swift’s latest album.

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