Pontiac-Oakland Museum & Resource Center

The Pontiac-Oakland Museum & Resource Center preserves and exhibits Pontiac and Oakland automobiles, parts, and historical materials from a private collection and community effort. Rotating displays focus on classic models and brand history.

The Resource Center houses the POCI research library with factory drawings, brochures, manuals and thousands of archival items. The museum hosts special events and participates in local car shows in Route 66–adjacent Pontiac, Illinois.

A compact, research-focused auto museum with rotating displays of Pontiac and Oakland cars and related artifacts.

Look out for:

• Restored classic Pontiac and Oakland vehicles on short-term display.

• The POCI research library: factory drawings, sales brochures, service manuals and historical photos.

• Rotating exhibits changed several times a year and occasional special events (e.g., Firebird & Trans Am Day).

• Photographs and signage explaining model histories and restoration details.

Best way to experience it: Visit during regular daytime hours to see both the exhibit floor and the research library; check the museum website or call ahead for current exhibits and event dates.

• Admission is listed as donation only; confirm details with the museum.

• Public hours are reported as 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., seven days a week; verify for holidays or special events.

• The museum is research-oriented—ask staff if you need access to archival materials.

• Located in downtown Pontiac on Route 66; limited on-street parking may apply.