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Founded in June 11, 1994 by Robert E. Petersen (who founded ''Hot Rod'' and '' Motor Trend '' magazines) and his wife, Margie, the $40 million dollar Petersen Automotive Museum is owned and operated by the Petersen Automotive Museum Foundation. Previously located within the Natural History Museum Of Los Angeles County , the Petersen Automotive Museum is permanently housed in a former Department Store . The museum can display over 100 vehicles and owns over twice that. The ground floor displays a virtual history of the Automobile in Los Angeles, complete with vintage vehicles and buildings. The second floor houses both permanent and special exhibits. The third floor features the May Family Children's Discovery Center, a hands-on exhibit for children to learn science through the workings of a car. The fourth floor houses an all-glass Penthouse conference center, Founder's lounge and kitchen for corporate and private use.


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