Petersen Automotive Museum

Petersen Automotive Museum The Petersen Automotive Museum is America's premier automotive museum. Featuring a collection of over On June 11, 1994, Margie and Robert E.
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Petersen fulfilled a long-time dream when they became founding benefactors to start the Petersen Automotive Museum, donating $5 million to the Los Angeles County National History Museum. Today, the Petersen Automotive Museum stands as the nation’s premiere automotive museum, serving hundred's of thousands of visitors each year. The Petersen Automotive Museum is dedicated to the exploration and pre

sentation of the automobile and its impact on American life and culture using Los Angeles as the prime example. Encompassing more than 100,000 square feet, its exhibits feature more than 150 rare and classic cars, trucks and motorcycles.

Built to challenge Europe’s finest supercars, the Vector W8 combined aerospace technology, twin-turbo power, and unmista...
06/24/2026

Built to challenge Europe’s finest supercars, the Vector W8 combined aerospace technology, twin-turbo power, and unmistakable wedge styling. With only 17 examples produced, it's one of the rarest cars in Wedge Revolution. See it before the exhibit closes July 12.

06/24/2026

Purchased by its current owner in 1983 with just over 40,000 miles, this diesel-powered sedan has since traveled nearly 1.3 million miles!!

While the engine has been rebuilt twice and replaced once along the journey, the chassis and most of the car remain original, still wearing its factory-correct Manila Beige finish.

Check it out in our new, “World Class” - supported by

06/23/2026

Our “World-Class: 100 Years of Mercedes-Benz” is open to the public!

Among many outstanding Mercedes-Benz vehicles, is the first customer-ordered 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster, offloaded in this video!

“World-Class” is supported by SONAX USA RM Sotheby's

06/22/2026

Before AMG became part of Mercedes-Benz, it built outrageous machines like this.

The 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 TD Turbo “Hammer” by AMG is now in our “World Class” exhibit!

“World-Class” is supported by SONAX USA & RM Sotheby's

Just one week until our Italian Car & Motorcycle Cruise-In! We can't wait to see what incredible machines roll into the ...
06/21/2026

Just one week until our Italian Car & Motorcycle Cruise-In! We can't wait to see what incredible machines roll into the parking lot.

Head to our events page to secure your spot!

Is this Alfa Romeo's Most Important Pre-War Sports Car?! Check out this week's YouTube video: https://youtu.be/9EfqvMIgB...
06/21/2026

Is this Alfa Romeo's Most Important Pre-War Sports Car?!

Check out this week's YouTube video: https://youtu.be/9EfqvMIgByg

In this episode, Jonee takes us through one of the most important sports cars of the pre-war era: the 1933 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Grand Sport.

Powered by a supercharged inline-six designed by legendary engineer Vittorio Jano, the Alfa Romeo 6C helped establish the brand as one of Europe's premier performance manufacturers. Combining advanced engineering, racing success, and elegant coachbuilt design, the 6C became one of the most celebrated Alfa Romeo models ever produced.

This particular example is one of only 250 6C 1750 Grand Sports built and features stunning coachwork by the renowned Milanese coachbuilder Castagna. Originally displayed at the 1933 London Motor Show, the car has a fascinating ownership history and has been meticulously restored to its original appearance.

Join us as we explore the engineering innovations, racing heritage, and timeless beauty of this remarkable Alfa Romeo.

Is this Alfa Romeo's Most Important Pre-War Sports Car?! In this ep...

We could not be more excited to announce “Flat Out: The Art of Joshua Vides” is officially open to the public! Click to ...
06/21/2026

We could not be more excited to announce “Flat Out: The Art of Joshua Vides” is officially open to the public! Click to check out the exhibit.

Showcasing the Los Angeles-based contemporary artist’s signature black-and-white, “hand-drawn” aesthetic, “Flat Out” transforms our Armand Hammer Foundation Gallery into a larger-than-life sketchbook brought to life.

Come check it out this Father’s Day weekend! We are open tomorrow, June 21st from 10am - 7pm.

Time is running out to experience “The Wedge Revolution” in person!From radical concepts to legendary supercars, this ex...
06/19/2026

Time is running out to experience “The Wedge Revolution” in person!

From radical concepts to legendary supercars, this exhibit explores the sharp angles and bold ideas that changed automotive design forever.

July 12 is the final day to see these iconic wedge machines!

This Father’s Day, we’re keeping our doors open a little longer. Sunday, June 21st, we’ll be open from 10 AM - 7 PMHead ...
06/18/2026

This Father’s Day, we’re keeping our doors open a little longer. Sunday, June 21st, we’ll be open from 10 AM - 7 PM

Head to our events page to check out all the Father’s Day festivities!

Give Dad the ULTIMATE Father's Day Experience! Tours, Buffets, Automotive Excellence, Exclusive Discounts and so much more. Come check out everything the Petersen has to offer.

06/18/2026

A few weeks ago we welcomed the 2026 Cadillac F1 Show Car Checo Perez in the Vault, presented by Hagerty

Come check it out today!

Address

6060 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA
90036

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

+13239302277

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