Harley-Davidson kicks off construction of Its museum

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  1. Harley-Davidson kicks off construction of Its museum

    http://www.gizmag.co.uk/go/5703/

    June 4, 2006 There are few (we actually can’t think of any) companies on
    the planet which engender greater customer loyalty than Harley-Davidson.
    How many other company logos do you see tattooed on the customer's arms,
    chests and girlfriend’s bottoms? So there's likely to be a new "Mecca"
    for Harley enthusiasts in the near future as Harley officially launched
    construction of the Harley-Davidson Museum in Milwaukee this week with a
    groundbreaking ceremony that kicked up more than just a little dirt.

    Held on the future Museum grounds, the groundbreaking was accomplished
    in a truly unique Harley-Davidson style: by setting aside the
    traditional golden shovel and instead, literally "breaking the ground"
    with a Harley-Davidson motorcycle. At the designated moment, legendary
    Harley-Davidson dirt track racer Scott Parker dropped the clutch of an
    XL 883R Sportster performing a burnout and sending the dirt flying off
    the spinning rear tire.

    Transport museums have featured several times recently with Porsche,
    Mercedes and Ferrari all creating masterpieces in which to house their
    finest. Harley, with more than 100 years of such rich and colourful
    history, the museum will no doubt draw visitors locally and from
    throughout the world to experience the people, products, culture and
    history of Harley-Davidson.

    The Museum will also be a place where visitors from near and far can
    meet, share stories and enjoy the green spaces adjacent to the edge of
    the Menomonee River.

    "The Harley-Davidson Museum will showcase the unforgettable collection
    of motorcycles and historical items from our Company's vast archives,"
    said Stacey Watson, Harley-Davidson Museum director. "But even more
    importantly, it will celebrate the history of the Company, the passion
    of the riders, and the stories of the employees, dealers, and suppliers.
    These varied and fascinating stories are woven into the fabric of
    Harley-Davidson, shaping the legend and setting the stage for a bright
    future."

    Anticipated to open in 2008, the 130,000 square foot Museum development
    will feature exhibit space as well as a restaurant, cafe, retail shop,
    meeting space, special events facilities and the Company's Archives.

    The plan for the Harley-Davidson Museum and its site incorporates
    striking urban design elements and engages the surrounding water and
    green spaces. It unites the city center with the Menomonee Valley,
    reflecting the industrial heritage of the area and of Harley-Davidson.

    "The Harley-Davidson Museum will offer an experience that will appeal to
    all visitors including both motorcycle enthusiasts and non-riders
    alike," said Watson.


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    Captions [including spelling errors!] and addresses of article's images:

    Setting aside the traditional golden shovel and instead, literally
    "breaking the ground" with a Harley-Davidson XL 883R Sportster
    motorcycle. Legendary Harley-Davidson dirt track racer, Scott Parker,
    performed a burnout, sending the dirt flying at the Har
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    Harley-Davidson Senior Vice President and Chief Styling Officer Wilie G.
    Davidson and his wife Nancy fill ceremonial key chains with dirt from
    the Harley-Davidson Museum groundbreaking ceremony.
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    An artict's impression of the future museum
    http://www.gizmag.co.uk/watermark.php?p=5703_3060613612.jpg

    An artict's impression of the future museum
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