Children's Museums
America's Packard Museum
📍 420 S Ludlow St, Dayton, OH 45402🌐 www.americaspackardmuseum.org
🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–5 PM |
| Thursday | 12–5 PM |
| Friday | 12–5 PM |
| Saturday | 12–5 PM |
| Sunday | 12–5 PM |
About America's Packard Museum
Vintage auto museum in a 1917 building. Large collection of preserved cars, motorcycles & artifacts in an original Packard dealership. Houses the largest public collection of Packard automobiles and artifacts, spanning the company's entire 60-year history (1899-1956). Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 703 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Automotive Museum
- Collection
- Largest public collection of Packard cars and artifacts
- Hours
- May-September: Tuesday-Sunday 12-5pm
- Location
- Original Packard dealership in Dayton, Ohio
- Special Event
- Porsche & Packard day June 28, 2026
💡 Did You Know?
- Houses the largest public collection of Packard automobiles and artifacts, spanning the company's entire 60-year history (1899-1956)
- Located in the original Packard dealership building that operated from 1917-1940, preserving the historic structure where Packard vehicles were sold
- Features engines built for WWII aircraft including the P-51 Mustang, connecting automotive engineering to significant historical military achievements
- Contains the Turnquist Library with over 4,700 automotive books, making it a substantial research resource for automotive history enthusiasts and members
- Offers exceptional student pricing and maintains a family-friendly atmosphere with dedicated children's areas, receiving consistently high ratings (4.8/5 from 703 reviews)
💬 What Visitors Say
- Plan for 1.5-2 hours to fully explore the museum and take advantage of the impressive Turnquist Library with over 4,700 automotive books without feeling rushed
- Bring exact cash or a card for admission, as staff may not always have change available for multiple visitors
- Visit on weekday or Sunday afternoons when the museum has very few visitors, allowing you to enjoy the exhibits at your own pace and speak with knowledgeable staff who can open hoods and provide detailed explanations
- Kids will enjoy the dedicated coloring and activity area with engaging books and hands-on items, plus bonus classic vehicles like the DeLorean that enhance the automotive story
- Take the virtual tour online before or after your visit to deepen your understanding of Packard's 60-year history and WWII aircraft engine contributions, and follow their Facebook and Instagram for updates on special events like the annual Porsche & Packard gathering
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