The Murphy Auto Museum is a new collection of over 60 cars displayed by many collectors from the tri-county area. It houses a wide variety of classic, milestone and special interest vehicles, including a large collection of Packards from1927-1958.

Many great cars have been tucked away in garages throughout the area. These cars seldom see the light of day and are, therefore, infrequently seen by admirers. When Dan Murphy retired from his neurosurgery practice in Ventura, he set about to form a nonprofit museum that would be frequently open to the public and house many of these great cars. Collectors were notified by word-of-mouth and extensive advertising until a significant group of vehicles was assembled. Several locations were considered until the Palma Drive property was found. The building was new construction in a secure neighborhood with sufficient space to hold a large collection. Following installation of showroom lighting and carpeting, the museum opened on August 3, 2002. The collection has grown from the initial 30 cars to 60+ today and will soon top out at 70 vehicles. Since the cars are on loan from many different collectors, all makes and ages seem to be represented from a 1903 Olds to a 1991 Acura NSX, and from classics to street rods. We can be open by special arrangement for groups such as car clubs or nonprofits that wish to use the venue for fundraising. Please come by for a visit.
 

Hours

SUMMER HOURS
(April 1 to September 30)
Saturday 10 am - 3 pm
Sunday 11 am - 3 pm

WINTER HOURS
(Oct. 1-March 31)
Sunday 11 am - 3 pm
 

Admission

Adults $6.00
Children (12 yrs. & under) $3.00


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The Murphy Auto Museum