Scout Programs | Badge Earning Programs – Petersen Automotive Museum

By appointment only

earn those auto badges!

Our Scout programs connect the excitement of earning badges with the wonder of automotive history, design, and innovation. Through guided, hands-on activities, scouts are inspired to explore the art and science of the automobile while building skills and knowledge that last beyond the workshop.

Financial assistance for Scout Programs is available. Please contact us for more information.

FAQS

Can I book an entire Troop?

You absolutely can! Please fill out the form below to request a booking day for a program/workshop.

What is the cost?

Our programs cost between $10 - $25 per scout. Complimentary Admission will be given to Troop Leaders chaperoning a troop. Additional Parents/Guardians must purchase Museum admission. Financial Assistance is available. Please contact jlavalle@petersen.org

How long are the workshops?

Our workshops typically last about 2 to 3 hours, however, our Automotive Engineering series and Car Care Workshop lasts about 3 - 4 hours.

I have more questions...

We’re here to help! Please email us at jlavalle@petersen.org

Badge Courses Available()

Automotive Engineering Series

4 Badges in 1 Class

Earn three badges—Automotive Design, Engineering, and Manufacturing—and a bonus Mechanical Engineering badge! Tour the museum, then design, build, and test your own model car.

$20 + Admission Per Scout
Troop Leaders are Free
$14 Per Additional Chaperone

4 Hour Course Girl Scout Certified

Mechanical Engineering Badge

FULL S.T.E.A.M AHEAD

This workshop will explore the design process from start to finish culminating in you building your very own prototype. Race your friends to see whose car can go the farthest and fastest.

$10 + Admission Per Scout
Troop Leaders are Free
$14 Per Additional Chaperone

2 Hour Course Girl Scout Certified

Car Care Badge

Girl Scout Approved

Using our lesson plans and resources, you’ll explore the essential systems that keep a car running. Then, join a professional mechanic on-site to practice automotive basics—changing fluids, swapping a tire, and diagnosing common car issues.

$25 + Admission Per Scout
Troop Leaders are Free
$14 Per Additional Chaperone

4 Hour Course Junior Level & Up

Maintenance Badge

Scouts of America

Learn how a car’s systems work using our lesson guides, then get hands-on experience with a professional mechanic, tackling skills like fluid changes, tire replacement, and troubleshooting common car problems

$25 + Admission Per Scout
Troop Leaders are Free
$14 Per Additional Chaperone

4 Hour Course Scouts BSA and Up

Education Programs

Explore all our Education Programs available for all ages at the Petersen Automotive Museum

Discovery Center

Explore Automotive-themed activities aimed for kids of all ages at our Discovery Center!