Overview

Join Metro Art commissioned artist Karl Haendel and Petersen Automotive Museum Chief Archivist Laura Fisher for a tour of the museum archives, including objects featured in his artwork ‘Hands and Things’ at neighboring Wilshire/Fairfax Station, followed by a tour of the new artwork.

The event will explore the history of the area, through certain objects in the Petersen archives, and Haendel’s creative process and community-centered approach to making the artworks for the station. Registered tour participants receive a free Metro Art Culture Pass that includes a limited-edition TAP card loaded with all day fare for exploring the artwork in the transit system (more info coming soon).

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Details 

Saturday, October 10, 2026, 2pm-4pm
Petersen Automotive Museum | 6060 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036 

Getting There    

Go Metro to the event and discover art along the way! Plan your trip with the Official LA Metro App, the Transit app, the trip planner at metro.net or by calling 323.GO.METRO. 

Metro Art transforms transit into a creative experience, featuring one of the largest collections of public art in the nation!   

About Metro Art    

Metro Art enhances the customer experience with innovative, award-winning visual and performing arts programming that encourages ridership and connects people, neighborhoods and destinations throughout Los Angeles County. A diverse range of site-specific artworks is integrated into the growing Metro system, improving the quality of transit environments and creating a sense of place. From photography installations to onboard posters, art tours, and live performances, our multi-faceted arts programs add vibrancy and engage communities throughout Los Angeles.