Petersen Automotive Museum

Welcome to the Petersen Automotive Museum, situated prominently on the iconic Wilshire Boulevard in the heart of Los Angeles’s Miracle Mile, or 'Museum Row'. Before we even step through the doors, take a moment to analyze the…

Stepping into the main lobby of the Petersen Automotive Museum, you are immediately greeted by a curated selection of spectacular vehicles, accessible even before you reach the ticketing desk. This expansive, brightly lit space…

Our exploration continues with a unique and vibrant space within the museum: the Discovery Center. While much of the Petersen is a traditional, 'look but do not touch' gallery environment—necessitated by the immense historical…

Ascending to the second floor, we enter the 'Industry' galleries. This massive expanse is dedicated to the technical evolution, global manufacturing, and high-stakes racing heritage of the automobile. …

Also situated on the second floor is a critical examination of the automobile's future and the ongoing quest for alternative propulsion. The internal combustion engine, while culturally dominant for over a century, is currently…

We now ascend to the third floor, a space where the Petersen Museum beautifully acknowledges its geographic and cultural proximity to the entertainment capital of the world. Welcome to the Hollywood Gallery, dedicated to the…

For the true automotive aficionado, the ultimate experience at the Petersen Museum lies deep underground. We have descended into The Vault, a massive, seventy-thousand square foot subterranean storage facility. …

As our comprehensive tour of the Petersen Automotive Museum comes to an end, we find ourselves reflecting on the profound narrative we have just traversed. Before departing, you may wish to visit the Meyers Manx Cafe on the…