(BPT) - Since the first model came off the assembly line in 1953, the Chevrolet Corvette has captured the hearts of car enthusiasts across the globe. Today, after more than 70 years on the road and track, America's Sports Car's basic story is familiar to even everyday drivers commuting to and from work.

To better share and spread the legacy of that decades-long car story, the National Corvette Museum opened in 1994 in Bowling Green, Kentucky, and now serves as an all-encompassing, immersive tribute to this celebrated vehicle. Just across from the General Motors Bowling Green Assembly Plant, where every new Corvette in the world is assembled, the museum showcases the car's story through interactive exhibits, rare models and historic artifacts. For automotive fanatics and enthusiasts the Museum showcases the Corvette's ground-breaking design, meticulous engineering, and motorsports pedigree.

In 2025, each current Corvette model represents the pinnacle of American performance and craftsmanship. Whether conquering Le Mans or carving through city streets, the Corvette offers heart-pounding acceleration paired with razor-sharp handling dynamics.

Now, if you've ever dreamed of having your very own Corvette, here's your chance. Throughout the year, the Museum holds Corvette Raffles that give participants the opportunity to own this legendary sport car brand new, immediately after it comes off the assembly line (across the street), paint nearly wet and the tires with absolutely zero wear (until someone wins).

Better yet, the raffles raise funds to fuel the Museum's mission of educating worldwide audiences on the story and evolution of the Corvette. All proceeds benefit the Museum, a nonprofit foundation: Kentucky Charitable Gaming License Number ORG0000854.

Read on to learn a little more about the museum's one-of-a-kind offerings, as well as how to enter and how to win.

How can I enter?

The National Corvette Museum holds raffles multiple times a year. Forthcoming raffle dates and Corvette prizes include:

• July 31 prize: 2025 Torch Red Corvette Convertible
• Aug. 14 prize: 2026 Blade Silver Corvette Coupe
• Aug. 29 prize: 2025 Arctic White Corvette Z06 Convertible
• Aug. 30 prize: 2025 Red Mist Corvette Coupe

The cost to enter the raffle is usually $100 to $300 per ticket, and entries are often limited to 1,500 in total. Participants must be 18 years old and have a valid driver's license. For official raffle contest rules, visit raffle.corvettemuseum.org/rules.

What does a win include?

In addition to receiving a new Corvette, all raffle winners will also enjoy the benefits and excitement of taking delivery of their new Corvette at the Museum as part of the R8C Museum Delivery experience. This includes a VIP tour of the Museum, one-year individual membership to the Museum, hands-on delivery with a trained delivery host, a live stream of the delivery and more.

How can I find out if I've won?

Keep an eye on the Museum Facebook page to watch live raffle drawings.

To learn more about the raffle and the National Corvette Museum, visit Raffle.CorvetteMuseum.org.

In imagining that sports car dream, after winning, would you test your new Corvette's performance on an actual racetrack or show off to your neighbor and just take it to the grocery store? Either way, you have a chance to make your Corvette vision a reality, all by supporting the National Corvette Museum's important automotive mission.