Events at
The Henry Ford
Featured Events
Special events are part of what makes a visit to The Henry Ford memorable. See some of the major events coming up soon!
Bicycles: Powering Possibilities
May 3, 2025-February 15, 2026 | 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Bicycles: Powering Possibilities traces the story of pedal-powered mobility through historic and contemporary bicycles, vintage accessories, archival documents and photos, interactive experiences for all ages, and profiles of important builders, riders and racers from the past 200 years.
Bicycles: Powering Possibilities
May 3, 2025-February 15, 2026 | 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Our War Too: Women in Service
May 25-September 7 | 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Making its Midwest traveling debut, Our War Too: Women in Service is a groundbreaking special exhibit honoring the nearly 350,000 American women who answered the call to serve their country during World War II.
Our War Too: Women in Service
May 25-September 7 | 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Story Stroll
January 1-December 31 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Story Stroll combines movement and literacy, all while you explore the museum! Find the next stop to follow along and join us every month for a new book.
Story Stroll
January 1-December 31 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Experiment with History
Daily | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Investigate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) through the eyes of past innovators with hands-on activities.
Experiment with History
Daily | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Events for Kids
There’s much to do at The Henry Ford for children, including some events especially for them. See some of the kids’ events coming soon!
Tinkering for Tots
October 2024-May 2025 | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | Second Tuesday of each month
Little learners get hands on, minds on at Tinkering for Tots: A program designed for curious preschoolers to develop an innovative mindset and make connections through storytelling, play, artifact exploration and a take-home STEAM activity kit.
Tinkering for Tots
October 2024-May 2025 | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | Second Tuesday of each month
Story Stroll
January 1-December 31 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Story Stroll combines movement and literacy, all while you explore the museum! Find the next stop to follow along and join us every month for a new book.
Story Stroll
January 1-December 31 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Pit Crew Challenge
January 1 - December 31 | Times vary.
Being a member of a NASCAR pit crew requires training, precision, and practice. See if you have what it takes to help your team win the race in this hands-on experience.
Pit Crew Challenge
January 1 - December 31 | Times vary.
Experiment with History
Daily | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Investigate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) through the eyes of past innovators with hands-on activities.
Experiment with History
Daily | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Things to Do Today at The Henry Ford
Every day at The Henry Ford you’ll enjoy demonstrations, dramatic programming, and activities.
