ARROWMONT SCHOOL OF ARTS AND CRAFTS

GATLINBURG, TN

1966 Batmobile Hollywood Star Cars Museum

TELEVISION'S ORIGINAL 1966 BATMOBILE
Created by George Barris Driven by Adam West as Batman

Designed exclusively for the hit 1966 "Batman" TV show starring Adam West and Burt Ward. This automotive wonder was styled and engineered with the many different special effects innovations by Barris Kustom Industries. Originally it started off as a $250,000 1955 Ford Lincoln Futura concept car. With a deadline of 3 weeks this Lincoln was transformed into the world's most famous car! 

Weighing 5500 pounds and powered by a 429 Ford race engine, the front of the car has been fabricated to resemble the face of a bat with the hood scoop extending down to accentuate the nose and the headlights become the eyes and extend to the ears. The grill cavity become the mouth of the bat with internal mounted rockets. The dual 84 inch rear bat fins complete the image of the bat.

Four 6-inch flared eyebrow bulletproof wheel wells are formed and are used as protection for the 10-inch radar wheels and tires. 360 degree turns can be performed with the bat turn lever that releases the twin bat impression parachutes mounted on either side of the rear turbine exhaust. Completing the cockpit are the plexi-glass aircraft windshields and top section which were bulletproofed for the dynamic duo.
1966 Batmobile Credit: rocbolt

Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts is a renowned institution in Gatlinburg, Tennessee that offers a wide range of educational opportunities in the field of arts and crafts. The school was established in 1912 and has since been a hub for artists and artisans from all over the world.

The campus is situated on a 14-acre property surrounded by the beautiful Smoky Mountains and comprises numerous studios, classrooms, galleries, and accommodation facilities. Arrowmont offers a variety of workshops, classes, and residency programs throughout the year, catering to students of all skill levels and interests. Some of the classes offered by the school include ceramics, fiber arts, metalsmithing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, and woodworking.

Arrowmont also hosts several exhibitions and events throughout the year, including the annual Arrowmont Artists-in-Residence exhibition, which showcases the work of some of the most talented and innovative artists in the country. The school also boasts a rich history and heritage, with many of its buildings and facilities dating back to the early 1900s.

Overall, Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts is a vibrant and dynamic institution that offers a unique and enriching experience for anyone interested in the arts and crafts. Its unparalleled facilities, world-class faculty, and diverse range of programs make it a must-visit destination for artists and enthusiasts alike.

ARROWMONT SCHOOL OF ARTS AND CRAFTS is a Art Museum in GATLINBURG TN. US MID #8404700330

The museum is classed as ART (Art Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 2,897,797 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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ARROWMONT SCHOOL OF ARTS AND CRAFTS
PO BOX 567
GATLINBURG
TN
37738-0567

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ARROWMONT SCHOOL OF ARTS AND CRAFTS Information

MID # 8404700330
Name ARROWMONT SCHOOL OF ARTS AND CRAFTS
Alternate Name ARROWMONT SCHOOL OF ARTS AND CRAFTS
Classification Art Museums, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 582007394
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 7,639,291
REVENUE 2,897,797
LAT/LONG 35.726036, -83.482181
CODES FIPS State Code: 47
FIPS County Code: 155
US Census Tract: 081102
US Census Block: 2046