Packard cars were built in Warren, Ohio, and this museum in Dayton holds one of the finest private collections of them in the world — around 50 vehicles spanning the full range of the marque, from early brass-era machines to the final 1956 models produced before the company's merger and collapse. Packard was America's most prestigious luxury automobile in the early 20th century, rivalling Rolls-Royce internationally.
The museum occupies a 1917 Packard dealership — itself a significant piece of automotive history — and maintains the original showroom atmosphere. The collection is well-curated, with detailed explanations of what made each model significant in its day. It's the kind of specialised museum that delights even visitors who arrived with only mild interest in classic cars.