My family and I were very cultured this weekend (*said in a hoity-toity accent*).

On Saturday we went to see a production of Oklahoma at Emory University.  It was excellent and I had to stop myself from singing along; I performed in my 8th grade production and have loved the songs ever since.  I did pump my fist during this part:

“And when we say
Yeeow! Aye-yip-aye-yo-ee-ay!  *fist pump here*
We’re only sayin’
You’re doin’ fine, Oklahoma!
Oklahoma O.K.!”

It was the finale…I thought everyone was doing it.  I was wrong.

And on Sunday we went to the High Museum of Art in Atlanta.  We are members of the High and go a few times a year; they always have great exhibits and fun family programs.  Sunday was a Family Fun Day so in addition to the museum exhibits, there were several art projects, a few family lectures and fun in the plaza: a kiddie DJ, hoopla hooping and a bubble machine.   The museum cafe was grilling hamburgers and hotdogs as well and we enjoyed lunch on the plaza; it was a beautiful day outside.

My family always enjoys going to the museum, but I knew that “the boys” would particularly like the newest exhibit, The Allure of the Automobile.   Although I don’t usually appreciate cars as much as my husband and son, this exhibit had some sweet rides; their beauty were truly works of art.   My daughter had fun listening to the kid’s audio companion while the boys listened to the adult version.   I fell in love with many of the cars and although I didn’t come prepared to take photos with my camera, I had to capture some images for you with my iPhone.  So please excuse the poor quality, but you can get an idea of the exhibit and see that you must go experience it for yourself.

1935 Duesenberg JN Roadster, formerly owned by Clark Gable

1933 Pierce-Arrow Silver Arrow

1934 Packard Twelve Runabout Speedster, formerly owned by Clark Gable

I loved the details on this car.

1937 Mercedes-Benz 540 K Special Roadster

This was one of my favorites; swa-eet!

1938 Alfa Romeo 8C2900B Touring Berlinetta

1937 Hispano-Suiza H-6C “Xenia” Coupe

This is the back…it looks like Batman’s car.

1937 Delage D8-120S, Surbaisse, formerly owned by Louis Delage

1937 Bugatti Type 57S Atalante Coupe

1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SLR (W 196-S)

1954 Dodge Firearrow III Concept Coupe

I loved the color of this car.  And the interior.

1957 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham

1959 Chevrolet Corvette “Bill Mitchell” Stingray Prototype

The Allure of the Automobile will be at the High Museum until June 20, 2010.  Go see it.

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