Legends come to life
Motorcycles, yes. But Harley-Davidson is so much more. See how far our world reaches.
Jacket on loan from a private collection.
Jacket on loan from a private collection.
Jacket on loan from a private collection.
Jacket on loan from a private collection.
Jacket on loan from a private collection.
Jacket on loan from a private collection.
Worn to Be Wild
The black leather jacket. Without any further description, these words conjure up images of rebellion and rock ’n’ roll. Even variations on the classic form exude a tough “don’t mess with me” attitude. But where did it all begin, and how did a simple garment become so culturally charged?
This summer, the Harley-Davidson Museum® will explore these and other questions in the special exhibition Worn to be Wild: The Black Leather Jacket. The exhibit traces the functional and design history of the biker jacket along with the evolution of the garment from clothing to cultural shorthand. More than 50 jackets will be on display, ranging from rare historical examples pulled from both the Harley-Davidson Archives and private collections to those worn by superstars of the stage and screen.
Season after season, black leather jackets are a staple in the wardrobes of many. And bikers around the world still love them. Why? Because some styles go beyond fashion to the timelessness of legend.
Worn to be Wild: The Black Leather Jacket is presented in partnership with the EMP Museum.
Get Worn to be Wild Fashions at The Shop
Celebrate the fascinating history of one of the most enduring and iconic articles of clothing in our popular culture – the black leather jacket. Be sure to visit The Shop and check out the new leather products released in conjunction with this special exhibit. From leather jackets and belts to t-shirts and more!
More Exhibits
- Worn To Be Wild
- Experience Gallery
- Engine Room
- Clubs & Competition
- Custom Culture
- Design Lab
- The Harley-Davidson Journey, Part 1
- The Harley-Davidson Journey, Part 2
- The Journey of the Iron Elite
- The Motorcycle Gallery, Part 1: 1903 – 1940s
- The Motorcycle Gallery, Part 2: 1940s – Present
- Tank Wall
- Imagination Station
- Build A Bike
- Tsunami Bike
- Designing a Celebration
Now At The Museum
Programs & Tours
- Steel Toe Tour
$38 per person; check times and availability - Back Roads Tour
$20 additional per person; check times and availability - Boy Scout Merit Badge
Free program for kids - Shop Class
$80 per person; check times and availability - Self-Guided Tour
Self-guided tour brochures available in the Museum lobby - Audio Tour
$4 additional per person
Calendar Of Events
Admission
| Adults (18-64 years): | $18 |
| Children (5-17 years): | $10 |
| Children (under 5): | Free with Adult |
| Seniors (65+): | $12 (with ID) |
| Military & Students: | $12 (with ID) |
| H-D Museum Members: | Free |
Hours and location
Open everyday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. and until 8:00 p.m. on Thursdays
Harley-Davidson Museum
400 W Canal Street
Milwaukee, WI 53201
1-877-HD-MUSEUM or 414-287-2789
