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Candlelight Remembrance and Unity Vigil
September 11, 2011 (6:30pm-7:30pm)
10-Year Anniversary Commemoration
In partnership with the City of Dearborn and the Dearborn Area Ministerial Association, The Henry Ford will serve as co-host for the Candlelight Remembrance and Unity Vigil, commemorating the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 tragedy. The program will be facilitated by community and area religious leaders.

The event is free and open to the public and will occur on the front lawn of Henry Ford Museum, rain or shine. Photography is allowed for this event and Media is welcome to attend. Select students from Dearborn public schools have been invited to participate in the evening’s program. Dearborn Fire and Police departments will also play a role.

NOTE: There will be a designated area for handicapped guests, but no other specific seating may be reserved or assigned for this event.
   

pricing

Program is free.
Parking is free.


special

No food or refreshments will be available at The Henry Ford during this event. The Henry Ford IMAX Theatre will close at 7pm.

Guests may park in the Henry Ford Museum or Greenfield Village parking lots.

Please view The Henry Ford FAQ page to review The Henry Ford policies as they relate to this free event.


what to bring, what to wear

Dress is casual. Dress appropriately for the weather. Photography is encouraged.


directions/maps
The Henry Ford is located in Dearborn, Michigan on the corner of Village Road and Oakwood Boulevard, just west of the Southfield Freeway (M-39) and south of Michigan Avenue (US-12).
The Henry Ford
20900 Oakwood Blvd.
Dearborn, MI 48124-5029
From the East or West via I-94:
Take I-94 to the Oakwood Boulevard exit; go north on Oakwood. The Henry Ford is 2.5 miles from the exit on the corner of Village Road and Oakwood Boulevard.
From the South via I-75:
Exit to northbound Southfield Freeway (M-39); drive 4.1 miles to Oakwood Boulevard (Exit 4). Left on Oakwood and drive 1.8 miles.
From the North via Southfield Road (or I-96):
Take Southfield Freeway (M-39) south 4.5 miles past I-96 and exit at Michigan avenue (Exit 6). Continue on the Southfield service drive (veer left) for .5 mile. At the first stoplight, turn right onto Village Road (through the iron gates) and drive .75 mile.
Metro Detroit often has major construction projects. Please check the following sites for the latest on construction areas and road closures.
Michigan Department of Transportation
AAA Traffic & Construction Report