It's been a long time since the music of Woodstock roared on. But despite the times, a small piece of it remains alive even today. In this case, it's a 1963 Volkswagen Type 2 van dubbed "Light."

Back in the '70s, it was commonplace for handpainted vans to trek to music festivals around the country, showcasing psychedelic art on every exterior inch. They hosted social sessions, a place to rest, and even the occasional hitchhiker. The Light was one of these vehicles.

The Light, however, was special for its ownership. Originally, it was owned by musician Bob Grimm. The bus would appear in a number of photographs by the Associated Press and even mentioned in the Woodstock album, itself. It had become a legend and a symbol for the festival.

This specific van, however, isn't that van. Canadian documentarian John Wesley Chisholm and Hieronimus searched for six months for the original '63. When they're search proved fruitless, they decided to make their own. With a Kickstarter campaign providing $90,000 in funding, and even a hand from Volkswagen themselves, the pair remade the Light a true tribute.

The new Light made its official debut at the Orange County Transporter Organization Winter Meet on February 16 at Long Beach Veteran's Memorial Stadium in California. Now it's on another trek, touring on a cross-country route. Its final destination will be Woodstock's 50th-anniversary festival taking place this August 16 - 18.

Ride on, star child.