The Petersen Automotive Museum is America's premier automotive museum. Featuring a collection of over 400 vehicles, the Petersen Automotive Museum encompasses 1 full city block.

On June 11, 1994, Margie and Robert E. 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, 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 presentation 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.

The Petersen Automotive Museum envisions a rapidly evolving, multi-dimensional society in which it thrives as a progressive, globally respected center for automotive research and collecting; the focal point for automotive history, culture and enthusiasm in the United States; and a premier educational institution in Los Angeles.