Cultural Awareness Corvette Weekend 2023

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“Galvanizing and Uniting the African American Corvette Community”

Join us for the 1st Annual  Cultural Awareness Corvette Weekend Inc. (CACW).  Scheduled for August 17-19, 2023, in partnership with the National Corvette Museum and sponsored by Coughlin Corvette and Molson Coors.

This groundbreaking Corvette event is geared toward African American Corvette Owners and Fans, but of course open to all!  CACW offers tours, seminars, networking, parties, and fun.

The final banquet event called the “Ring of Honor” recognizing selected movers and shakers that have positively influenced the Corvette Community.

The CACW Motto is “Galvanizing and Uniting the African American Corvette Community.” The Cultural Awareness Corvette Weekend promises to be one of the best Corvette blowouts of the year!

We hope to see you there!



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NCM Motorsports Park
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The NCM Motorsports Park has graciously set aside August 16 - 19, 2023 for CACW Participants to take advantage of NCM Motorsports Track Packages below. If there are still available driving slots after July 11, those slots will revert back to the public. Please schedule ASAP if interested! No experience required to have big fun! • C8 Touring Laps: Test out the performance of America’s sports car on our 3.2-mile racetrack! Drive a C8 Corvette on track in a lead/follow format for 4 laps. • Corvette Bundle Touring Laps: The NCM Motorsports Park introduces a new experience for the upcoming driving season…the Corvette Bundle! This product showcases the performance capabilities of both the C7 and C8 Corvettes. Guest will have the opportunity get behind the wheel of both cars for four laps each on the 3.2-mile, 23 turn track. This lead/follow experience is packed with exciting speeds, high adrenaline, and lots of fun. • C7 Touring Laps: Test out the performance of America’s sports car on our 3.2-mile racetrack! Drive a C7 Corvette on track in a lead/follow format for 4 laps. • CACW Touring Laps: Drive your own car in a lead/follow format for 4 laps on the 3.2-mile road course above highway speeds! Individuals and car clubs of all models are welcome. • Corvette Experience : If you love cars–Corvettes in particular–love the adrenaline of high-speed thrills and blind corners, never driven on a racetrack or the opposite and you tow your rig to a nearby track every weekend – no matter your skill level, the Corvette Experience is for you! The Corvette Experience is a streamlined experiential driving school that lets you loose on the 3.2-mile racetrack in a C8 Corvette for alternating track sessions totaling an hour behind the wheel and an hour learning the ropes from track certified instructors. To top it off, the Corvette Experience also includes lunch and a tour of the iconic National Corvette Museum. Participants only but you are welcome to book any open slots.

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GM Bowling Green Assembly Plant
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GM Bowling Green Assembly/ National Corvette Museum Tour The Corvette Plant tours are now open. The National Corvette Museum (NCM) is handling the tour packages. This is not a CACW event. Important details: • 13 Plant tours per day from 08:15 am – 2:45 pm (CST) • Plant Tours are not available on weekends and during specific blackout dates. • Plant Tours will start in 15 minutes increments starting at 08:15 (CST) • Plant Tours are 1 hour and 30 minutes • Plant Tours are a maximum of 15 people NCM Membership discount is applied when tickets are added to the cart • Plant and Museum tours are included as a combo ticket and must be used on the same day • Please arrive 30 minutes prior to Tour time. • Plant tours begin at the assembly plant (600 Corvette Drive) • Bring printed tickets with you; phones are not allowed in the plant • Plant Tours are not available on weekends and during specific blackout dates • No cameras, phones, tablets, or other electronic devices are allowed. No purses, bags, or totes (unless for medical reasons) allowed • All attendees must wear closed-toe, closed-heel shoes. No high heels are permitted • Children must be 13 years or older • Wheelchairs available at no charge • No walking assists allowed on plant tour (canes, walkers, crutches, etc.) • All non-UAW-built vehicles must park in lot C3 • Occasionally, due to circumstances outside of the National Corvette Museum’s control, the plant may not be in normal production during part (or all) of your visit. Your scheduled tour will continue with your guide, sharing the full assembly process. Refunds and discounts do not apply We suggest you schedule ASAP to ensure a spot!

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National Corvette Museum Atrium
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The self-guided tour of the NCM is available from 9:00 AM-4:30 PM CST each day for CACW Participants $15.00

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National Corvette Museum Atrium
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Guided Tours Available 7 days a week at 10 AM, 11 AM, 12 PM Noon, and 1 PM CT. Tickets are available through the Corvette Museum. Space is Limited, First-Come, First Serve. CACW Participants $25.00

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Host Hotel-Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green
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CACW Registration - Package Pickup at Holiday Inn Host Hotel

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NCM Motorsports Park
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Race on over to the NCM Kartplex and battle it out against your family and friends in the high-speed go-karts! Simply arrive and drive any time within the public hours of operation, based on availability and weather conditions. Karts and safety equipment provided. ** The NCM Motorsports Park is offering two karting sessions for $35.00. You have to have your CACW armband to prove CACW Classic & VIP Registration

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Sugar Maple Square Shopping Center - Bowling Green
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CACW Participants and Volunteers will engage and interact with the local Bowling Green youth from the Housing Authority Learning Center, Boys & Girls Club and the Parker Bennett Community Center fostering a sense of excitement and inspiration through our theme, "The Corvette - Today's Dream and Tomorrow's Reality." During the youth event, CACW will provide pizza, offer door prizes, and distribute goodie bags to all the youth participants. It is our sincere hope that this event will create lasting memories and serve as a positive influence on the community's youth.

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Host Hotel-Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green
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"Show Your Club Colors" Block Party with DJ Alex - Wear your Club Colors.

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Host Hotel-Holiday Inn University-Bowling Green Convention Center
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Non-Judged Event - Registered CACW Guests Free to Participate.

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Crosswinds Golf Course - Bowling Green
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Golfing Brothers and Sisters: Cross Winds Golf Club has opened up tee-times for CACW members for Friday morning. Please contact Bill Miller at (980) 219-3325 or by email at bwmj0127@gmail.com if you want to reserve a tee time before (August 11). You can book directly after Aug 11 but they fill up quickly. Tee-times are still reserved for us after 1:00 PM Saturday. Crosswinds has a tournament that is hosted annually on the Saturday morning of CACW. Bill Miller (980) 219-3325 bwmj0127@gmail.com

8:00 am remove 6:00 pm
NCM Motorsports Park
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The NCM Motorsports Park has graciously set aside August 16 - 19, 2023 for CACW Participants to take advantage of NCM Motorsports Track Packages below. If there are still available driving slots after July 11, those slots will revert back to the public. Please schedule ASAP if interested! No experience required to have big fun! • C8 Touring Laps: Test out the performance of America’s sports car on our 3.2-mile racetrack! Drive a C8 Corvette on track in a lead/follow format for 4 laps. • Corvette Bundle Touring Laps: The NCM Motorsports Park introduces a new experience for the upcoming driving season…the Corvette Bundle! This product showcases the performance capabilities of both the C7 and C8 Corvettes. Guest will have the opportunity get behind the wheel of both cars for four laps each on the 3.2-mile, 23 turn track. This lead/follow experience is packed with exciting speeds, high adrenaline, and lots of fun. • C7 Touring Laps: Test out the performance of America’s sports car on our 3.2-mile racetrack! Drive a C7 Corvette on track in a lead/follow format for 4 laps. • CACW Touring Laps: Drive your own car in a lead/follow format for 4 laps on the 3.2-mile road course above highway speeds! Individuals and car clubs of all models are welcome. • Corvette Experience : If you love cars–Corvettes in particular–love the adrenaline of high-speed thrills and blind corners, never driven on a racetrack or the opposite and you tow your rig to a nearby track every weekend – no matter your skill level, the Corvette Experience is for you! The Corvette Experience is a streamlined experiential driving school that lets you loose on the 3.2-mile racetrack in a C8 Corvette for alternating track sessions totaling an hour behind the wheel and an hour learning the ropes from track certified instructors. To top it off, the Corvette Experience also includes lunch and a tour of the iconic National Corvette Museum. Participants only but you are welcome to book any open slots.

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GM Bowling Green Assembly Plant
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GM Bowling Green Assembly/ National Corvette Museum Tour The Corvette Plant tours are now open. The National Corvette Museum (NCM) is handling the tour packages. This is not a CACW event. Important details: • 13 Plant tours per day from 08:15 am – 2:45 pm (CST) • Plant Tours are not available on weekends and during specific blackout dates. • Plant Tours will start in 15 minutes increments starting at 08:15 (CST) • Plant Tours are 1 hour and 30 minutes • Plant Tours are a maximum of 15 people NCM Membership discount is applied when tickets are added to the cart • Plant and Museum tours are included as a combo ticket and must be used on the same day • Please arrive 30 minutes prior to Tour time. • Plant tours begin at the assembly plant (600 Corvette Drive) • Bring printed tickets with you; phones are not allowed in the plant • Plant Tours are not available on weekends and during specific blackout dates • No cameras, phones, tablets, or other electronic devices are allowed. No purses, bags, or totes (unless for medical reasons) allowed • All attendees must wear closed-toe, closed-heel shoes. No high heels are permitted • Children must be 13 years or older • Wheelchairs available at no charge • No walking assists allowed on plant tour (canes, walkers, crutches, etc.) • All non-UAW-built vehicles must park in lot C3 • Occasionally, due to circumstances outside of the National Corvette Museum’s control, the plant may not be in normal production during part (or all) of your visit. Your scheduled tour will continue with your guide, sharing the full assembly process. Refunds and discounts do not apply We suggest you schedule ASAP to ensure a spot!

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National Corvette Museum - Lot A
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CACW Registration Package Pickup at National Corvette Museum - Lot A

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National Corvette Museum Atrium
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The self-guided tour of the NCM is available from 9:00 AM-4:30 PM CST each day for CACW Participants $10.00

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National Corvette Museum - Lot A
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CACW will host numerous bringing you quality goods that are Corvette and Non-Corvette related for the whole family!

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National Corvette Museum Atrium
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Guided Tours Available 7 days a week at 10 AM, 11 AM, 1 PM and 2 PM CST. Tickets are available through the Corvette Museum. Space is Limited, First-Come, First Serve. CACW Participants $25.00

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National Corvette Museum - Lot A
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Display your Corvette while Networking!

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National Corvette Museum Conference Center
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Join Acting NCM CEO Bryce Burklow and Adam Boca from NCM Insurance for an enlightening seminar that delves into the comprehensive details and numerous benefits of NCM membership. This session is designed to provide attendees with valuable insights into the exclusive advantages that come with being a part of the NCM community. Bryce Burklow will share his expert perspective on the strategic initiatives and future plans for NCM, while Adam Boca will offer in-depth information about the tailored insurance solutions available to members. Don't miss this opportunity to learn how NCM membership can enhance your experience and provide you with unparalleled support and resources.

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National Corvette Museum - Conference Center
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Technical Discussions with GM Corvette Plant Manager Ray Theriault about the new ZR1 and E-Ray and more.

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NCM Motorsports Park
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Race on over to the NCM Kartplex and battle it out against your family and friends in the high-speed go-karts! Simply arrive and drive any time within the public hours of operation, based on availability and weather conditions. Karts and safety equipment provided. ** The NCM Motorsports Park is offering two karting sessions for $35.00. You have to have your CACW armband to prove CACW Classic & VIP Registration

3:00 pm remove 4:00 pm
NCM Motorsports Park
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Group picture of All CACW Participants and their Corvettes NASCAR Style on the NCM Motorsports Park race track. Details to follow.

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Host Hotel-Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green
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Taste Bourbon, Whiskey & Wine from KY & TN Distillers and Wineries: Uncle Nearest Tennessee Whiskey, Rivulet Artisan Pecan Liqueur, Brough Brothers Bourbon, IX Bourbon Whiskey, Gold Boot Bourbon, Guidance Whiskey, Fresh Bourbon, Traveler's Cellar Winery, Coy Wine Collection, Earl Stevens Wines. Cigars by Big Willie Cigars.

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Host Hotel-Holiday Inn University-Bowling Green Convention Center
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CACW "All White" Party with DJ Outlaw - Wear your best White Grown & Sexy Attire. Light Hors d'oeuvres.

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Crosswinds Golf Course - Bowling Green
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Golfing Brothers and Sisters: Cross Winds Golf Club has opened up tee-times for CACW members beginning at 7:30 AM Friday morning. Please contact Bill Miller at (980) 219-3325 or by email at bwmj0127@gmail.com if you want to reserve a tee time before (August 11). You can book directly after Aug 11 but they fill up quickly. Tee-times are still reserved for us after 1:00 PM Saturday. Crosswinds has a tournament that is hosted annually on the Saturday morning of CACW. Bill Miller (980) 219-3325 bwmj0127@gmail.com

9:00 am remove 2:00 pm
National Corvette Museum - Lot A
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CACW Registration Package Pickup at National Corvette Museum - Lot A

9:00 am remove 3:00 pm
National Corvette Museum - Lot A
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CACW will host numerous bringing you quality goods that are Corvette and Non-Corvette related for the whole family!

9:00 am remove 4:30 pm
National Corvette Museum Atrium
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The self-guided tour of the NCM is available from 9:00 AM-4:30 PM CST each day for CACW Participants $15.00

10:00 am remove 1:00 pm
National Corvette Museum Atrium
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Guided Tours Available 7 days a week at 10 AM, 11 AM, 1 PM and 2 PM CST. Tickets are available through the Corvette Museum. Space is Limited, First-Come, First Serve. CACW Participants $20.00

10:00 am remove 3:00 pm
National Corvette Museum - Lot A
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Display your Corvette while Networking with the Corvette Community!

12:00 pm remove 2:00 pm
National Corvette Museum
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CACW Participants and Volunteers will engage and interact with the Western Kentucky University-Young Male Leadership Academy group fostering a sense of excitement and inspiration through our theme, "The Corvette - Today's Dream and Tomorrow's Reality." During the youth event, CACW will provide lunch and distribute goodie bags to all the youth participants. It is our sincere hope that this event will create lasting memories and serve as a positive influence on the community's youth.

12:00 pm remove 2:00 pm
NCM Motorsports Park
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The NCM Motorsports Park has graciously set aside August 16 - 19, 2023 for CACW Participants to take advantage of NCM Motorsports Track Packages below. If there are still available driving slots after July 11, those slots will revert back to the public. Please schedule ASAP if interested! No experience required to have big fun! • C8 Touring Laps: Test out the performance of America’s sports car on our 3.2-mile racetrack! Drive a C8 Corvette on track in a lead/follow format for 4 laps. • Corvette Bundle Touring Laps: The NCM Motorsports Park introduces a new experience for the upcoming driving season…the Corvette Bundle! This product showcases the performance capabilities of both the C7 and C8 Corvettes. Guest will have the opportunity get behind the wheel of both cars for four laps each on the 3.2-mile, 23 turn track. This lead/follow experience is packed with exciting speeds, high adrenaline, and lots of fun. • C7 Touring Laps: Test out the performance of America’s sports car on our 3.2-mile racetrack! Drive a C7 Corvette on track in a lead/follow format for 4 laps. • CACW Touring Laps: Drive your own car in a lead/follow format for 4 laps on the 3.2-mile road course above highway speeds! Individuals and car clubs of all models are welcome. • Corvette Experience : If you love cars–Corvettes in particular–love the adrenaline of high-speed thrills and blind corners, never driven on a racetrack or the opposite and you tow your rig to a nearby track every weekend – no matter your skill level, the Corvette Experience is for you! The Corvette Experience is a streamlined experiential driving school that lets you loose on the 3.2-mile racetrack in a C8 Corvette for alternating track sessions totaling an hour behind the wheel and an hour learning the ropes from track certified instructors. To top it off, the Corvette Experience also includes lunch and a tour of the iconic National Corvette Museum. Participants only but you are welcome to book any open slots.

12:00 pm remove 7:00 pm
NCM Motorsports Park
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Race on over to the NCM Kartplex and battle it out against your family and friends in the high-speed go-karts! Simply arrive and drive any time within the public hours of operation, based on availability and weather conditions. Karts and safety equipment provided. Price TBA

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National Corvette Museum Amphitheater Grounds
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Group picture of CACW Women Participants and their Corvettes on the National Corvette Museum Grounds. Details to follow.

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Host Hotel-Holiday Inn University-Bowling Green Convention Center
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Grab a Cocktail and Socialize before the Ring of Honor Banquet.

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Host Hotel-Holiday Inn University-Bowling Green Convention Center
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Dinner and Ceremony recognizing the Movers and Shakers that have positively Influenced the Corvette Community.

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Host Hotel-Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green
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Denim & Diamonds . Wear your your jeans and bling! Live Battle of the DJs.


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Location National Corvette Museum
Address 350 Corvette Drive, Bowling Green, KY 42101

Cultural Awareness Corvette Weekend, Inc.

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