SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- As a part of The Studebaker Speaker Series, the Studebaker National Museum is hosting a presentation about Frank Lloyd Wright on May 20.

Th event starts at 1:30 p.m. in the Wiekamp Auditorium, admission is $2 but is free to Studebaker National Museum members and campus members. Led by Brandon J. Anderson, Executive Director & CEO of the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum, this presentation examines Wright’s lifelong fascination with automobiles, highlighting both his personal experiences and the influence of automotive design on his broader creative vision. Refreshments will follow the presentation.

This presentation explores Frank Lloyd Wright’s deep appreciation for the automobile as both a symbol of personal freedom and an extension of innovative design. Wright saw the rise of the automobile as a transformative force—one that enabled greater connection to the natural world while reflecting the same principles of form, function, and beauty that defined his architectural philosophy.  Attendees will gain insight into Wright’s admiration for the Cord L-29—a vehicle he praised for its harmonious proportions and logical beauty—as well as his ownership of other distinguished marques, including Bentley, Jaguar, Packard, Cadillac, and Mercedes-Benz.

You can find more about the event and more on the Studebaker National Museum website.