The RV/MH Hall of Fame and Museum in Elkhart, Indiana, is the world’s only museum dedicated to the recreational vehicle and manufactured housing industries, with vehicles dating back to 1913.
This guide was updated in August 2026. The museum’s new Scoular MH Museum wing has just opened to the public, walking visitors from covered wagons through fully furnished modern manufactured homes to an interactive Mars-colonization exhibit — a major addition many older guides won’t mention yet. You can book your admission ticket in advance through Viator.
Quick facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | Executive Parkway, Elkhart, IN 46514 (see directions below) |
| Summer hours (Apr 1–Oct 31) | Mon–Sat 9am–5pm; Sun 10am–3pm |
| Winter hours (Nov 1–Mar 31) | Mon, Tue & Thu–Sat 10am–4pm; Wed closed; Sun 10am–3pm |
| Adult admission | $20.56 |
| Senior admission (60+) | $15.89 |
| Child admission (6–16) | $12.15 |
| Children 5 and under | Free |
| Nearest transport | Free on-site parking, including pull-through RV spaces |
| Typical visit duration | 1.5–3 hours |
Why book RV Hall of Fame tickets?
- 🏛️ The only museum of its kind: Vintage campers, trailers, and motorhomes dating back to 1913, including the oldest known surviving travel trailer.
- 🎟️ A brand-new wing: The Scoular MH Museum recently opened, tracing manufactured housing from covered wagons to a Mars-colonization exhibit.
- 🌿 Mae West’s own housecar: Her 1931 Chevrolet Housecar, built for her by Paramount Studios, is one of the collection’s star pieces.
- 📜 Free overnight RV parking: Boondock for free with paid museum admission, or add paid hookups during summer.
- 💰 Free for under-6s: Children aged five and under always visit at no charge.
RV Hall of Fame opening hours
Summer hours, from April 1 to October 31, run Monday to Saturday, 9am to 5pm, and Sunday, 10am to 3pm. Winter hours, from November 1 to March 31, are shorter: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday through Saturday, 10am to 4pm, with the museum closed on Wednesdays, and Sunday still 10am to 3pm. The museum is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. It’s also worth noting that the museum occasionally closes for a few extra days with little advance notice on third-party ticketing sites, so check the official homepage close to your visit date.
RV Hall of Fame ticket prices
Admission is priced by age, with a family bundle available.
| Ticket type | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult | $20.56 |
| Senior (60+) | $15.89 |
| Child (6–16) | $12.15 |
| Children 5 and under | Free |
| Family Special (parents with dependent children under 16) | $45.79 |
These are card prices: a 4% card transaction fee applies to all card payments, though a cash discount is available at the admission desk. Book in advance through Viator to lock in your visit.
How to get to the RV Hall of Fame
From the Toll Road, east of Elkhart, take Exit 96 south off the Indiana Toll Road (I-80/I-90) to County Road 17, then turn left (east) onto Executive Parkway just past the eastbound Toll Road entrance, and continue to the parking lot. From Elkhart, take County Road 6 east to County Road 17, go north (left) for 200 yards to Executive Parkway, then turn right (east) to the parking lot. The entrance is on the north side of the building. Note that the official site and several third-party listings disagree on the exact street number for Executive Parkway, so it’s worth following these turn-by-turn directions rather than typing an address straight into GPS.
Parking at the RV Hall of Fame
Free parking is available on-site, including pull-through spaces up to 65 feet long for large RVs, plus accessible parking near the entrance.
How long to spend at the RV Hall of Fame
Casual visitors typically spend 1.5 to 2 hours, while dedicated RV enthusiasts can easily spend half a day or more exploring the collection, the Hall of Fame, and the research library.
Accessibility at the RV Hall of Fame
The RV Hall of Fame is wheelchair accessible, with ramps, wide aisles, and accessible parking near the entrance.
What to see at the RV Hall of Fame
The RV Founders Hall displays trailers, photos, and memorabilia dating back to the 1920s and 1930s, including Mae West’s 1931 Chevrolet Housecar, built for her by Paramount Studios, and a 1913 Earl Travel Trailer, the oldest known surviving example of its kind.
The “Road Back into Time” walk leads visitors chronologically through the industry’s development, past a 1969 Ford chassis-mount motorhome, a 1977 Travco Motorhome, and a 1985 Bounder prototype built by Fleetwood founder John Crean.
The new Scoular MH Museum traces the evolution of manufactured housing from a covered wagon through the 1930s, 50s, 70s, and 80s, before letting visitors tour three fully furnished modern manufactured homes, including a 28′ x 52′ double-wide retirement-style home. The visit ends with an interactive exhibit imagining manufactured housing on Mars.
The Hall of Fame itself honours the visionaries and pioneers who shaped the RV and manufactured housing industries, with a dedicated members directory and induction history.
The Kindlund Library serves as a research centre for anyone digging deeper into the industries’ history.
Practical visitor tips
| Tip | Detail |
|---|---|
| Don’t trust GPS blindly | Official and third-party listings disagree on the street number; follow the turn-by-turn directions instead. |
| Pay cash if you can | A 4% card transaction fee applies; a cash discount is available at the admission desk. |
| Stay overnight for free in your RV | Harvest Host boondocking is included with museum admission, parked on the building’s west side. |
| Check for extra closures before a long drive | The museum sometimes closes for a few days with little notice, even on ticketing sites. |
| Budget extra time as an enthusiast | Casual visits run 1.5–2 hours, but dedicated RV fans can spend half a day. |
RV Hall of Fame FAQ
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the opening hours? | Summer (Apr–Oct): Mon–Sat 9am–5pm, Sun 10am–3pm. Winter (Nov–Mar): Mon, Tue, Thu–Sat 10am–4pm, closed Wednesdays, Sun 10am–3pm. |
| How much does admission cost? | $20.56 for adults, $15.89 for seniors, $12.15 for children 6–16; children 5 and under are free. |
| Is it wheelchair accessible? | Yes, fully accessible, with ramps, wide aisles, and accessible parking near the entrance. |
| Can I stay overnight in my RV? | Yes, free boondocking is included with admission; paid hookups ($40/day) are available in summer. |
| What’s new at the museum? | The Scoular MH Museum, a new manufactured housing wing, has recently opened to the public. |
Things to do near the RV Hall of Fame
Wellfield Botanic Gardens, in Elkhart, offers 36 acres of themed gardens, walking paths, and seasonal events.
Ruthmere, a restored Beaux-Arts mansion in Elkhart, gives a glimpse into the lives of a wealthy early-20th-century industrial family.
The National New York Central Railroad Museum, also in Elkhart, honours the once-second-largest railroad in the United States.
The Midwest Museum of American Art, in nearby Elkhart’s downtown, holds a notable collection of American paintings and sculpture.
The Hall of Heroes Super Hero Museum, a quirky stop in Elkhart, showcases decades of comic book and superhero memorabilia.
What to visit tomorrow
The Studebaker National Museum, in South Bend, about 20 to 25 minutes away, traces 150 years of automotive history from the Studebaker family’s original Conestoga wagons to their final production cars.
Hostetler’s Hudson Auto Museum, in Shipshewana, roughly 30 minutes away, is dedicated to the Hudson Motor Car Company and its distinctive mid-century designs.
The Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum, in Auburn, about 1.5 hours away, is housed in a National Historic Landmark Art Deco showroom and displays some of the finest classic American cars ever built.
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