Virtual Exhibit: Studebaker Collection
Dr. Bob Cade is best known for his work as a nephrologist and for leading the team that formulated Gatorade, but the University of Florida professor also took to activities that some might find surprising.
Dr. Cade researched treatments for autism and schizophrenia. He spoke German and wrote poetry. He played the violin. And he collected Studebakers—he owned more than 60 carriages and automobiles from the late 1800s to 1965, 15 of which he donated to the Cade Museum as educational resources.
Dr. Cade appreciated the way art and science met in the design and functionality of automobiles and he cherished discoveries and firsts. The fact that the Studebaker Company was the first manufacturer to successfully transition from wagon to automobile no doubt fascinated him. This unlikely shift in technology is precisely the type of evolution that excited him his entire life.
Today, the Studebakers can be seen on display at the Cade Museum during various special events throughout the year. Learn more about the cars in the Cade's collection in the online exhibit below.
Dr. Cade researched treatments for autism and schizophrenia. He spoke German and wrote poetry. He played the violin. And he collected Studebakers—he owned more than 60 carriages and automobiles from the late 1800s to 1965, 15 of which he donated to the Cade Museum as educational resources.
Dr. Cade appreciated the way art and science met in the design and functionality of automobiles and he cherished discoveries and firsts. The fact that the Studebaker Company was the first manufacturer to successfully transition from wagon to automobile no doubt fascinated him. This unlikely shift in technology is precisely the type of evolution that excited him his entire life.
Today, the Studebakers can be seen on display at the Cade Museum during various special events throughout the year. Learn more about the cars in the Cade's collection in the online exhibit below.