Petersen Automotive Museum

6060 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036

Take our journey through one of mankind's greatest achievements...The Automobile

Explore the evolution of the Automobile and its impact on our culture. Experience the last 100 years of automotive history at our museum and here on our web site. There is always something new to discover for the whole family. Explore our web site and enjoy.

Public Program

FILM SCREENING: For Gold & Glory
Tuesday, February 16, 2010 7:30 p.m. 2nd Floor Grand Salon
DOORS OPEN AT 7P.M.

This one-hour documentary retraces a little-known chapter in American sports history: the heritage of the Gold and Glory Sweepstakes, an auto racing circuit for African-American drivers and mechanics, set against a backdrop of racial unrest in America during the 1920s and '30s.

NOTE: Due to vehicle maintenance schedules, the lag time in web updates and other circumstances, vehicles represented on this website may not be on exhibit during your visit to the Museum.