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Location
Best time
Visit on a Saturday morning for a quieter experience that allows you to explore at your own pace and have meaningful conversations with the friendly staff about the museum's history.
Visitor tip
The museum is accessible for most visitors but note that there are upstairs areas not accessible by cane or wheelchair; the main floor exhibits, including vintage cars and two old trains in the back, are easily walkable.
Visitor tip
Engage with the knowledgeable staff members who can share detailed insights about individual vehicles and their historical significance—this personal guidance enhances the educational value of your visit beyond self-guided exploration.
About Motte Historical Car Museum
Antique vehicles shown in a rustic venue. Vintage automobiles displayed in a salvaged-wood barn with a gift shop & old-school theater.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Vintage Car Museum
- Collection
- Over 25 vintage cars from 1910s-1960s
- Location
- Highway 74, Perris Valley
What visitors say
Pretty cool place. I've been here as a kid a couple times and I don't think they had cars then. They had a little movie section and a gift shop. My only suggestion for improvement is more space, but I understand that's not easy to do.…
I recently visited the Motte Historical Car Museum in Menifee on a Saturday morning, and it was the perfect time to go! The museum was nice and quiet, allowing me to take my time exploring the exhibits without any people there. The…
This was my first time here. Was greeted and with a smile. One of the associates was very kind and told us a little bit about the Motte museum. Very informational The cars were beautiful and classic couple new bigger engines in old…
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Did You Know?
- The museum features over 25 classic automobiles spanning from the 1910s to 1960s, with each vehicle connected to stories of the Motte family and Perris Valley history
- The vintage automobile collection is housed in a salvaged-wood barn, creating a rustic setting that complements the historical nature of the vehicles
- The museum offers free admission and free parking, making it an accessible educational attraction for families
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