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!

Fall Flavor Weekends

September 23-24 and September 30-October 1, 2017 | 9:30am-5pm

Come celebrate American food traditions from farm to table, share in cooking demonstrations, browse the delights at our Saturday Local Roots Farmers Market, and much more.

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Fall Flavor Weekends

September 23-24 and September 30-October 1, 2017 | 9:30am-5pm

Come celebrate American food traditions from farm to table, share in cooking demonstrations, browse the delights at our Saturday Local Roots Farmers Market, and much more.

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The Science Behind Pixar

October 14, 2017 - March 18, 2018

Learn about the filmmaking process through hands-on activities inspired by some of Pixar’s most treasured films, from Toy Story to Inside Out.

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The Science Behind Pixar

October 14, 2017 - March 18, 2018

Learn about the filmmaking process through hands-on activities inspired by some of Pixar’s most treasured films, from Toy Story to Inside Out.

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Throwback Thursday Nights

Select Thursday Evenings | Doors open at 6pm. Movie begins promptly at 7pm.

Each month, we're staying open on select Thursday nights to rediscover popular classics and cult films. Experience them again on the Giant Screen.

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Throwback Thursday Nights

Select Thursday Evenings | Doors open at 6pm. Movie begins promptly at 7pm.

Each month, we're staying open on select Thursday nights to rediscover popular classics and cult films. Experience them again on the Giant Screen.

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Pixar Film Series

October 14 - March 18, 2018 | Showtimes Vary

Continue The Science Behind Pixar experience with the classic Pixar films Monsters, Inc., The Incredibles, Toy Story, Cars and Wall-E at the Giant Screen Experience.

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Pixar Film Series

October 14 - March 18, 2018 | Showtimes Vary

Continue The Science Behind Pixar experience with the classic Pixar films Monsters, Inc., The Incredibles, Toy Story, Cars and Wall-E at the Giant Screen Experience.

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Hallowe'en in Greenfield Village

October 13-15, 19-22 and 26-29, 2017

Join us for a spooktacular Hallowe'en event featuring a mile-long, curving path illuminated by hand-carved jack-o'-lanterns, costumed characters, dancing skeletons, and much more. A kid-friendly, nightmare-free Hallowe'en gathering.

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Hallowe'en in Greenfield Village

October 13-15, 19-22 and 26-29, 2017

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Holiday Nights in Greenfield Village

Selected Nights in December | 6:30pm - 10pm

Step into a Christmas card from the past when you join us for this popular holiday event in Greenfield Village. Enjoy lantern-lit paths, costumed presenters, horse-drawn wagons and Model T rides, plus Santa with live reindeer.

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Holiday Nights in Greenfield Village

Selected Nights in December | 6:30pm - 10pm

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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!

Make Something Saturdays

September 9, 2017 - May 19, 2018 (Saturday) | 10am - 3pm

Learn firsthand how the American spirit of innovation and ingenuity is alive and well today. Try your hand at something new, something different. The activities change month to month. Hands-on. How-to, DIY, science and more!

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Make Something Saturdays

September 9, 2017 - May 19, 2018 (Saturday) | 10am - 3pm

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The Science Behind Pixar

October 14, 2017 - March 18, 2018

Learn about the filmmaking process through hands-on activities inspired by some of Pixar’s most treasured films, from Toy Story to Inside Out.

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The Science Behind Pixar

October 14, 2017 - March 18, 2018

Learn about the filmmaking process through hands-on activities inspired by some of Pixar’s most treasured films, from Toy Story to Inside Out.

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Tinkering for Tots

Second Monday of each Month (October - May) | 10am - noon

Imagine, create, iterate. Set little minds and hands in motion second Mondays, with playful learning and storytelling.

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Tinkering for Tots

Second Monday of each Month (October - May) | 10am - noon

Imagine, create, iterate. Set little minds and hands in motion second Mondays, with playful learning and storytelling.

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Tinkering for Tots

Second Monday of each Month (May - September) | 10am - noon

Imagine, create, iterate. Set little minds and hands in motion second Mondays, with playful learning and storytelling.

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Tinkering for Tots

Second Monday of each Month (May - September) | 10am - noon

Imagine, create, iterate. Set little minds and hands in motion second Mondays, with playful learning and storytelling.

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Pixar Film Series

October 14 - March 18, 2018 | Showtimes Vary

Continue The Science Behind Pixar experience with the classic Pixar films Monsters, Inc., The Incredibles, Toy Story, Cars and Wall-E at the Giant Screen Experience.

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Pixar Film Series

October 14 - March 18, 2018 | Showtimes Vary

Continue The Science Behind Pixar experience with the classic Pixar films Monsters, Inc., The Incredibles, Toy Story, Cars and Wall-E at the Giant Screen Experience.

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Experiment with History

April 3 - September 4, 2017 (Monday - Friday) | 10:30am & 2pm

Enjoy hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM) investigation through the eyes of past innovators. 10-15 minutes per activity.

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Experiment with History

April 3 - September 4, 2017 (Monday - Friday) | 10:30am & 2pm

Enjoy hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM) investigation through the eyes of past innovators. 10-15 minutes per activity.