About Carhenge
On the edge of Alliance, the standing stones have tail fins. Carhenge arranges old American automobiles in a circle modeled on England’s Stonehenge. Some vehicles stand nose-down in the ground; others perch across their roofs to make lintels. Gray paint gives the whole improbable lineup a distant resemblance to ancient stone, until a bumper or wheel reminds you what you are looking at.
Jim Reinders and his family assembled the monument in 1987 as a memorial to his father. The family reunion project grew into a roadside landmark, with additional car sculptures scattered around the grounds. It is equal parts affectionate tribute, engineering joke, and wonderfully literal piece of American folk art.
Walk around the circle for different views of the stacked vehicles, then look for the smaller automotive creations nearby. Carhenge is outdoors and open daily from dawn to dusk, so the experience changes with the light and weather. Admission is free, though donations help maintain the site. The seasonal gift shop has separate hours.