MVPA - HQ

Military Vehicle Preservation Association
 PO Box 520378 - Independence, Missouri 64052
Phone: (816) 833-MVPA (6872) * Fax: (816) 833-5115
* www.MVPA.org

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HJoin the MVPA to help preserve your military vehicles.

AR MVPA encourages all members to join the International MVPA.

 Click on "MVPA App." above to sign up.

     

They've Earned Their Place in History

Will You Help Them Preserve It?

Whether you own, aspire, or simply respect the history they represent, join the MVPA to further their legacy.  Help preserve their place as lessons of history.  Join today and keep history in motion!

Whether Carrying supplies to Gettysburg; Taking wounded from the trenches of Ypres; Bringing reinforcements to Bastogne; Landing troops at Inchon; Patrolling around Nha Trang; or Moving into Basra Historic military vehicles were present at each battle and every turning point of history.  They've earned their place.

But their reminder of the commitment, the sacrifice , may be lost without YOU!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What's In It For Me?

Why should you join the MVPA?

Let's start with two premium publications throughout the year.  The archival excellence and timeless quality of Army Motors; and the latest tips, timely events and vital information of Supply Line. 

Get access to thousands of members worldwide for information, resources, parts and the enjoyment of a shared enthusiasm.

Gain a watchdog organization, monitoring local and national legislation to protect your access to vehicles, parts and vehicle usage.

Get reduced ad rates in Supply Line, and free event listings when your local club affiliates with the MVPA.  And preferred pre-registration status for the annual MVPA International Convention.

         

Who Will Protect Them?

YOU... AND THE MVPA

Sandblast the Frame--Rebuild the Carburetor--Find an Original Wheel--The Time--The Cost...But you love it Anyway!

You've done the hard work to preserve your historic military vehicle.

Now, support the organization that works hard to preserve your continued access to vehicles and parts.

Monitoring municipal, state, and federal legislation to fight barriers to the hobby. and assisting local MVPA affiliates facing these issues in their areas.  Just part of what we do.

What else?  Six issues of Supply Line and four Army Motors issues a year for vital information and resource contacts.  Discounts on ad rates and at the international convention.

Now do your part to honor their service and continue the tradition.  Join today and keep history in motion!
   

MVPA ANNUAL CONVENTION

Go to www.mvpa.org for complete information on the Topeka Convention

 

Topeka, Kansas - July 8-10, 2010


Updated: 12 FEB 10

THE 35TH ANNUAL MVPA CONVENTION will be held at the Topeka Expocentre, hosted by the MVPA’s Rolling Thunder affiliate. Located just south of downtown at One Expocentre Dr., Topeka, KS 66612, the Expocentre is easily accessible from I-70. It is climate controlled and spacious with room for over 400 vendor tables and 200 HMVs. The Expocentre is user friendly with plenty of FREE PARKING, an ATM, and snack bar. An onsite shipper will make it easy to get all that you purchase home. Vendors will enjoy the drive through unloading/loading access, FREE forklift service and pallet jack use. This is a convenient event, with the swap meet and vehicle display on the same level, and adjacent to one another. The host hotel, where all the meals, seminars and meetings will be held, is attached to the Expocentre. No driving necessary, but if you insist, there are easily accessible restaurants and hotels nearby. Visit the Expocentre at www.ksexpo.com. Go to www.mvpa.com to register online, or PRINT a registration form.

TOPEKA, KANSAS is Located in the heart of the country and promises to be a very well attended convention. It is easily accessible to thousands of MVPA members in all directions. Just 60 miles from Kansas City, 315 miles from St Louis, and just over 500 miles from Dallas, Chicago, and Denver. Topeka is big enough to be interesting and small enough to easily navigate your way to some delectable dining and unique shopping

Kids of all ages will enjoy the Topeka Zoo at Gage Park where you can ride the Mini-Train and Carousel, then stroll through the Reinisch Rose Garden. Take time to experience Topeka's first-class attractions, including the Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site & Museum, the Kansas Museum of History, and State Capitol. Kansas is filled with military history, so as you make your plans to attend the MVPA convention, include a visit to one of the following: The Eisenhower Museum in Abilene, the Fort Scott National Historic Site, or tour historic active military installations at Fort Riley or Fort Leavenworth, and just across the state line in Kansas City Missouri is the National WWI Museum.

HOST HOTEL: The Capitol Plaza Hotel is conveniently located adjacent to the Expocentre at 1717 SW Topeka Blvd, Topeka, KS 66612. The MVPA group rate is $94 (single or double) + 13.45% tax, this rate is good until 16 June or until the room block is sold out. Don’t wait the host hotel will sell out! To make reservation call: (785) 431-7200 or (800) 579-7937, or visit www.capitolplazahoteltopeka.com. The Capitol Plaza Hotel is a full service, open atrium hotel, voted “Best of Topeka” for 6 years running. Stay connected with high speed internet, relax in the sauna and indoor pool, or work out in the fitness center. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served in the Falling Water Grille, or you may choose to unwind with cocktails and appetizers in the Water’s Edge Lounge.

OVERFLOW HOST HOTEL: The Ramada is a 10 minute drive (3 miles) from the Expocentre, located at 420 SE 6th Street, Topeka, KS 66607. To make reservation call (800) 432-2424 or visit www.topekaramada.com. ask for the MVPA rate.

AIRPORT: The Kansas City International Airport (KCI) is located just north of Kansas City, Missouri, 55 miles from Topeka. All of the major car rental agencies are located at or near KCI, plus shuttle services to Topeka are available. For Information visit www.flykci.com or call (816) 243-5237.

CAMPING: There are 72 RV Spots available at the Kansas Expocentre with electric at each site plus a dump station and water nearby. The cost is $40 per day; on a first come basis, with payment due to the Expocentre upon your arrival. No advance reservation will be accepted. For information contact Expo Security at (785) 291-5530. Capital City KOA is just 10 minutes from the Expocentre at 1949 SW 49th St, Topeka, KS 66609. For information and reservations call (785) 862-5267 or visit www.capitolcityrvpark.com.

TOURIST INFORMATION: Contact VisitTopeka Inc. at www.visitTopeka.com or call (800) 235-1030. For state information visit www.travelks.com or call (785) 296-6900.

SPONSOR THE MVPA HISTORICAL ARCHIVES: We have made it easy to support the MVPA Historical Archives while attending the convention. All you need to do is select your type of registration or vendor option, sign your MV up, choose the tours and meals you want to attend, then select the level of archive donation you wish to make. There is a Historical Archive donation option on both the Regular and Vendor side of the registration form. The Officer Sponsorship is $25, 2-Star $50, 3-Star $75 and all are 100% tax deductible! With your donation you will receive VIP Name Tags, your name or company name listed in the Convention Program and Supply Line, plus you will be recognized at the Awards Banquet. You will have reserved seating at the Awards Banquet, if you choose to purchase tickets. If you want to know more about the MVPA Historical Archives, a 501c3 Corporation go to www.mvpa.org to the History page or call MVPA-HQ at 800 365-5798.

For a copy of the schedule and tours go to the MVPA webpage  www.mvpa.org  and click on 2010 Convention