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EventCelebrate Women's History Month
- The Henry Ford
- Mar 1-31, 2026
Join us at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation and Ford Rouge Factory Tour during Women's History Month to explore the boundary-breaking achievements of American women throughout history.
ExhibitHandmade: The Crafting of America
- Collections Gallery
- Mar 21, 2026-Jan 18, 2027
Discover the story of American craftsmanship in Handmade: The Crafting of America. From practical beginnings to bold, modern expressions, this exhibition traces the evolution of craft and celebrates human creativity.
EventAuthor Talk with Victoria Christopher Murray "Harlem Rhapsody"
- Anderson Theater
- March 28, 2026
As part of The Henry Ford’s annual recognition and celebration of Women’s History Month, join us for an inspiring conversation and Q&A with New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, Victoria Christopher Murray.
EventMember Appreciation Days
- The Henry Ford
- Apr 24-26, Jul 11-13, Nov 20-22, 2026
Each season, we set aside a few special days to show our gratitude for the support and encouragement we receive from our members. Join us for double discounts on shopping, both in-store and online.
ExhibitFor Generations Yet Unborn
- Near Your Place in Time
- Feb 7, 2026-Jan 2027
In this temporary collections spotlight, Mrs. Jackson’s memoir, The House by the Side of the Road: The Selma Civil Rights Movement, takes center stage, highlighting how everyday people can preserve and share their own family stories.
ExhibitDaVinci The Exhibition
- The Gallery by General Motors
- Oct 26, 2025-May 3, 2026
Explore the mind of Leonardo da Vinci through full-scale inventions that bring to life his discoveries in art, engineering, science, flight and more in DaVinci The Exhibition.
ActivityFueled by Passion
- Driven to Win
- Daily
Immerse yourself in a 180-degree multisensory theater experience that ignites the drive we all have to power our passions. This 15-minute film shares the stories of five people who have empowered themselves to push their personal limits. Shows are every 30 minutes, on the hour and half-hour.
ActivityExperiment with History
- Driving America, Car Court
- Daily
You Can Be Her, If You Can See Her
Learn about the amazing women of motorsports featured in the Women in Motorsports North America (WIMNA) coloring book. Picture yourself in your dream career with a special coloring activity taken from the book.
TourFree Guided Tour
- Museum Plaza
- Daily
Herstory: Join us on this engaging tour as we celebrate the remarkable women who shaped history. Get ready to be inspired by the stories of women who defied norms, shattered glass ceilings and left a mark on our world.
ActivityCorliss Steam Engine Demonstration
- Made in America: Power
- Daily
Our 1859 Corliss steam engine is the only engine built by the Corliss Steam Engine Company during inventor George Corliss’s lifetime to have survived. Generating 300 horsepower, it served more than 60 years as the central source of power for some dozen independent workshops in Providence. Learn how ingenuity was used to create an optimized power source. Watch it run!
ActivityPit Crew Challenge
- Driven to Win
- Daily
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.
ActivityAllegheny Locomotive
- Railroads
- Daily
Built in 1941 and weighing 600 tons, the Allegheny was one of the largest steam-powered locomotives ever built. Watch our video of the Allegheny in operation, and then step up into the cab of this mighty engine and imagine yourself at the controls.
Giant Screen Experience
FilmDetroit: The City of Hot Rods & Muscle Cars
- 35 minutes
- Shows Daily
Welcome to Detroit, where a vehicle is much more than a way to get from A to B. Experience the movement that shaped not only the Motor City, but automotive culture throughout the world.
Showcase Film.
FilmTrain Time
- 43 minutes
- Shows Daily
Train Time propels audiences through the rugged beauty and vastness of the American landscape, revealing the brutal challenges of railroading, as well as secrets of the art and science of running the greatest trains.
Traditional Film. Closed captioning available upon request.
FilmBlue Whales: Return of the Giants
- 45 minutes
- Shows Daily
Blue Whales: Return of the Giants takes viewers on the journey of a lifetime to explore the world of the magnificent blue whale, a species rebounding from the brink of extinction.Blue Whales: Return of the Giants takes viewers on the journey of a lifetime to explore the world of the magnificent blue whale, a species rebounding from the brink of extinction.
Traditional Film. Closed captioning available upon request. Select showtimes playing in 3D.
FilmShirley - The Story of Shirley Muldowney
- 50 minutes
- Mar 22, 2026
Shirley Muldowney, also known professionally as "Cha Cha" and the "First Lady of Drag Racing", was the first woman to receive a license from the National Hot Rod Association to drive a Top Fuel dragster.
Admission is free in recognition of Women’s History Month. Seats will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Capacities are limited.
FilmMary Poppins — Dementia Friendly Film
- 2 hours & 20 minutes
- March 24, 2026
Mary Poppins flies out of the windy London skies and into the home of two mischievous children. The spirited nanny turns every chore into a game and every day into a "Jolly Holiday."
Dementia Friendly screenings are designed for people with dementia and their care partners, family members, and friends. Theater lights are turned up, the sound is turned down, and attendees are welcome to talk, tap their feet, clap their hands and sing along. All guests are welcome.
FilmUndaunted - The Paula Murphy Story
- 40 minutes
- Mar 28, 2026
Paula Murphy shook up the racing scene like no other woman driver has ever done. She broke down barriers and may be the most significant woman in motorsports history because of her versatile talents and unwavering resolve to compete and win.
Admission for both screenings is free in recognition of Women's History Month. Seats will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Capacities are limited.