The Recreational Vehicle/Manufactured Housing Heritage Foundation, doing business as the RV/MH Hall of Fame, formed its beginning in March 1972.The RV Founders Hall displays trailers, photos, and memorabilia reaching back to the 1920's and 1930's and is open to the public. The museum presents chronological and technological advancements in the industry from before WW I to the present.

Its mission was and still is five fold.

   1. To honor the leaders of the two industries with enshrinement into a national Hall of Fame
   2. To archive the rich history of the industries by maintaining a library of historical publications and documents as a resource of information for all parties interested in the development of the industries.
   3. To create a display of historic RV/MH products in a museum for the education and enjoyment of the public.
   4. To aid in promoting the industries to potential new customers by showing that the lifestyles have been enjoyed for over a century and will continue into eternity with advanced creature comforts.
   5. To provide a first class meeting place to hold shows and industry events