The Mullin Automotive Museum, a cherished cultural gem in Oxnard, California, has announced its impending closure on Saturday, February 10th. Founded in 2010 by Peter and Merle Mullin, the Mullin Museum In Oxnard Ca served as a dedicated space to celebrate the elegance and innovation of 20th-century French automotive design. The museum’s decision to close follows the passing of its visionary founder, Peter Mullin, in September 2023.
Housed in a beautifully designed 47,000-square-foot facility, previously owned by the esteemed newspaper publisher Otis Chandler, the museum offered visitors an immersive experience into the world of French master coachbuilders. Beyond its extensive galleries, the Mullin Museum in Oxnard CA also featured a rooftop garden, theater, gift shop, and archival storage, enhancing the visitor experience. Peter Mullin’s deep appreciation for Art Deco aesthetics was the driving force behind the museum, aiming to share this passion with a wider audience.
To ensure Peter Mullin’s legacy of automotive artistry endures, four exceptional vehicles from the collection have been generously donated to the Petersen Automotive Museum. These masterpieces include the iconic 1937 Talbot-Lago T150 CS “Teardrop,” the groundbreaking 1938 Hispano Suiza H6B Dubonnet Xenia, the elegant 1939 Delahaye 165, and the powerful 1938 Delahaye 145. This donation links the Mullin Museum in Oxnard CA’s dedication to automotive excellence with the Petersen Automotive Museum, an institution Peter Mullin significantly contributed to during its major transformation a decade ago.
Merle Mullin, director of the Mullin Automotive Museum, expressed gratitude for the museum’s community: “Sharing these ‘rolling sculptures’ and beautiful art with others was Peter’s truest passion, and the museum helped bring that vision to life. We are deeply indebted to our staff, docents, volunteers, visitors and supporters who have dedicated their time and passion over the past 13 years. I hope past and first-time visitors will have a chance to say goodbye before we close.”
The Mullin Museum in Oxnard CA will remain open with limited hours until its final closure date on February 10th. For those wishing to experience this unique collection one last time, or for first-time visitors inspired by French automotive artistry, further details on opening dates and hours are available at mullinautomotivemuseum.com.
