About the Museum

Our Mission

​The mission of the FWD Seagrave Museum is foster a sense of connection among FWD Seagrave enthusiasts and the broader community by showcasing the company achievements and contributions through artifacts and authentic vehicles.  We aim to instill a deep appreciation for the FWD Seagrave legacy and its enduring impact on the automotive world.

Our Vision

  • The FWD Seagrave Museum envisions becoming a premier destgination that celebrates the pioneering spirit of FWD and Seagrave
  • To provide a platform for educational exhibits, educational programs, and community involvement
  • To foster a sense of pride and connection among worldwide enthusiasts

Our Board
Chair: Mark Thomas
Directors: Marcia Olen, Joe Kaufman, Daryl George, Kay Kuester-Doran, Joy Krubsack
Executive Director: Terry Lorge 

Two Historic Buildings

The FWD Foundation began with the original Machine Shop (the site of our Machine Shop Historic Museum) where mechanics Otto Zachow and William Besserdich invented and patented the first successful four wheel drive concept automobile.
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In 2016, the FWD Foundation acquired our second building on 15th Street in Clintonville, WI (the FWD Seagrave Museum & Vehicles location) to allow for additional displays/exhibits and space indoors for over 80 trucks. While FWD/Seagrave trucks are the main focus, we do display other rare trucks.
​Our museum is also a research and archival resource library. We are excited about the direction we are going and would enjoy having you visit both the Machine Shop Museum and the FWD Seagrave Museum.​

Our Locations

FWD Seagrave Museum & Vehicles

Topp-Stewart Building
​325 15th Street, Clintonville, WI 54929

Machine Shop Historic Museum

Zachow-Besserdich Building
40 East 11th Street, Clintonville, WI 54929
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