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The New London to New Brighton Antique Car Run began in 1987 during New Brighton, Minnesota’s Centennial celebration to reinforce the city’s namesake ties to Brighton, England. It is patterned after the prestigious London to Brighton Veteran Car Run held annually in England. The English run celebrates the repeal of the “Red Flag” law in 1896. The law banned the first motorized vehicles from using the road unless a man carrying a red flag walked in front of the car. Over the years the 57 mile English Run has become one of the world’s largest spectator auto events, where 2 million people gather to watch the antique autos travel from London to Brighton celebrating motor-ing freedom.

The Minnesota Run is a 120 mile American version designed to showcase the beauty and endurance of very early automobiles. It travels from small, rural New London, through rolling Minnesota countryside making its way to sub- urban New Brighton, Minnesota. Volunteers plan activities for drivers, passengers, and spectators as they pass through their communities. With the costumed drivers and gleaming vintage cars, this unique event promises “turn of the century” charm for at least one day.