Events at
The Henry Ford

Plan your visit around one of the extraordinary events we have throughout the year.

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!

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Day Out With Thomas™

May 6-7, 13-14, 20-21 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. (Ticketholders purchasing the 9 a.m. train experience receive early entry).

During Thomas’ annual visit to Greenfield Village, enjoy family fun and entertainment. Ride Thomas around the village and meet Sir Topham Hatt™ face-to-face. Advance tickets are strongly recommended.

 Event Greenfield Village®   Get Details

Day Out With Thomas™

May 6-7, 13-14, 20-21 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. (Ticketholders purchasing the 9 a.m. train experience receive early entry).

During Thomas’ annual visit to Greenfield Village, enjoy family fun and entertainment. Ride Thomas around the village and meet Sir Topham Hatt™ face-to-face. Advance tickets are strongly recommended.
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Lillian Schwartz

Lillian Schwartz: Whirlwind of Creativity

March 25, 2023 – March 2024 | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Lillian Schwartz: Whirlwind of Creativity is a career-retrospective exhibition showcasing the groundbreaking work of multimedia artist Lillian Schwartz.

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Lillian Schwartz: Whirlwind of Creativity

March 25, 2023 – March 2024 | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Lillian Schwartz: Whirlwind of Creativity is a career-retrospective exhibition showcasing the groundbreaking work of multimedia artist Lillian Schwartz.
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Julia Child: A Recipe for Life

May 20, 2023-September 10, 2023 | 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Julia Child’s insatiable curiosity and tenacious spirit drove her to endlessly try, test, prove and communicate how to make delicious food.

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Julia Child: A Recipe for Life

May 20, 2023-September 10, 2023 | 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Julia Child’s insatiable curiosity and tenacious spirit drove her to endlessly try, test, prove and communicate how to make delicious food.
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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.

 Activity Museum of American Innovation   Get Details

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.
  Get Details
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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.

 Activity Museum of American Innovation   Get Details

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.
  Get Details
History Outside the Box

History Outside the Box

Virtual Event: January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, and June 2

The Historical Resources staff will conduct a Show & Tell on their favorite collection materials the first Friday of every month.

 Event Museum of American Innovation   Get Details

History Outside the Box

Virtual Event: January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, and June 2

The Historical Resources staff will conduct a Show & Tell on their favorite collection materials the first Friday of every month.
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Fueled by Passion

January 1 - December 31 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Immerse yourself in a 180-degree multisensory theater experience that ignites the drive we all have to power our passions.

 Activity Museum of American Innovation   Get Details

Fueled by Passion

January 1 - December 31 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Immerse yourself in a 180-degree multisensory theater experience that ignites the drive we all have to power our passions.
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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!

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Day Out With Thomas™

May 6-7, 13-14, 20-21 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. (Ticketholders purchasing the 9 a.m. train experience receive early entry).

During Thomas’ annual visit to Greenfield Village, enjoy family fun and entertainment. Ride Thomas around the village and meet Sir Topham Hatt™ face-to-face. Advance tickets are strongly recommended.

 Event Greenfield Village®   Get Details

Day Out With Thomas™

May 6-7, 13-14, 20-21 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. (Ticketholders purchasing the 9 a.m. train experience receive early entry).

During Thomas’ annual visit to Greenfield Village, enjoy family fun and entertainment. Ride Thomas around the village and meet Sir Topham Hatt™ face-to-face. Advance tickets are strongly recommended.
  Get Details
Lillian Schwartz

Lillian Schwartz: Whirlwind of Creativity

March 25, 2023 – March 2024 | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Lillian Schwartz: Whirlwind of Creativity is a career-retrospective exhibition showcasing the groundbreaking work of multimedia artist Lillian Schwartz.

 Exhibit Museum of American Innovation   Get Details

Lillian Schwartz: Whirlwind of Creativity

March 25, 2023 – March 2024 | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Lillian Schwartz: Whirlwind of Creativity is a career-retrospective exhibition showcasing the groundbreaking work of multimedia artist Lillian Schwartz.
  Get Details
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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.

 Activity Museum of American Innovation   Get Details

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.
  Get Details
Pit Crew Challenge

Pit Crew Challenge

| Daily 2:00-3:15 p.m. and Friday-Sunday 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

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.

 Activity Museum of American Innovation   Get Details

Pit Crew Challenge

| Daily 2:00-3:15 p.m. and Friday-Sunday 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

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.
  Get Details
History Outside the Box

History Outside the Box

Virtual Event: January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, and June 2

The Historical Resources staff will conduct a Show & Tell on their favorite collection materials the first Friday of every month.

 Event Museum of American Innovation   Get Details

History Outside the Box

Virtual Event: January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, and June 2

The Historical Resources staff will conduct a Show & Tell on their favorite collection materials the first Friday of every month.
  Get Details
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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.

 Activity Museum of American Innovation   Get Details

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.
  Get Details
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