Manufacturing Day
Special Event at Ford Rouge Factory Tour
- October 2-3, 2025
- Time: 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
The first Friday of each October is National Manufacturing Day — a celebration of manufacturing and the ways it impacts our lives and communities. Manufacturing’s influence can be seen in countless products we rely on daily and the jobs it provides to American workers and beyond.
This October, join The Henry Ford for a two-day celebration at Ford Rouge Factory Tour. Rev up your inner engineer with a tour of the legendary Dearborn Truck Plant, enhanced with special activities for National Manufacturing Day.
Thursday, October 2
9:30-11:30 a.m. | Exclusive Access for Wayne County Students
On Thursday morning, Ford Rouge Factory Tour will be closed to the public and open exclusively for schools participating in Wayne County MFG Day.
Featured activities will include:
- Speak with an Engineer. Dearborn Truck Plant engineers will be on-site to talk with students about career possibilities in skilled trades.
- Ford Model e: How Cars are Connected Globally. Ford Model e technicians will be on-site showcasing how the software in an automobile connects globally and how it has defined the vehicle.
- 3D Printing. 3D printing has become a critical component in the automobile industry. Learn about the history of 3D printing and see a 3D printer in action.
- The Evolution of Aerodynamics in Auto Manufacturing. Vehicle aerodynamics and manufacturing processes have changed over time, making manufacturing jobs more concise and complex ─ and often requiring new skills and training. Learn how the evolution of aerodynamics affects everyone in the industry, including assembly line workers in the factory.
- Drones in a Manufacturing Facility. Drones are quickly becoming an integral part of the economy. Check out the inner workings of a drone by seeing one taken apart and reassembled.
Are you part of a school that is interested in participating in Wayne County MFG Day next year? Learn more here.
11:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. | Factory Tour Open to the Public
Tours begin with a bus ride from Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation. Purchase tickets online or in person at the museum Welcome Center. The last tour bus leaves at 3 p.m.
Featured activities will include:
- 3D Printing. 3D printing has become a critical component in the automobile industry. Learn about the history of 3D printing and see a 3D printer in action.
- The Evolution of Aerodynamics in Auto Manufacturing. Vehicle aerodynamics and manufacturing processes have changed over time, making manufacturing jobs more concise and complex ─ and often requiring new skills and training. Learn how the evolution of aerodynamics affects everyone in the industry, including assembly line workers in the factory.
- Drones in a Manufacturing Facility. Drones are quickly becoming an integral part of the economy. Check out the inner workings of a drone by seeing one taken apart and reassembled.
Friday, October 3
9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. | Factory Tour Open to the Public
Tours begin with a bus ride from Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation. Purchase tickets online or in person at the museum Welcome Center. The last tour bus leaves at 3 p.m.
Featured activities will include:
- 3D Printing. 3D printing has become a critical component in the automobile industry. Learn about the history of 3D printing and see a 3D printer in action.
- The Evolution of Aerodynamics in Auto Manufacturing. Vehicle aerodynamics and manufacturing processes have changed over time, making manufacturing jobs more concise and complex ─ and often requiring new skills and training. Learn how the evolution of aerodynamics affects everyone in the industry, including assembly line workers in the factory.
- Drones in a Manufacturing Facility. Drones are quickly becoming an integral part of the economy. Check out the inner workings of a drone by seeing one taken apart and reassembled.
Homeschool groups can book reservations here.
Featured Content
In Our Digital Collections | Henry Ford: Assembly Line Expert Set
Check out 25 photos, documents and artifacts that tell the story of Henry Ford’s groundbreaking manufacturing technique, the assembly line.
On Our Blog | “Female Operatives Are Preferred”: Two Stories of Women in Manufacturing
Learn about the Waltham Watch Company and the Burroughs Corporation — and why they sought to employ women in their factories.
Ford Rouge Factory Tour
| Member | Nonmember | |
|---|---|---|
| Senior (62+) | $18.25 | $21.50 |
| General Admission (12-61) | $20.50 | $24.00 |
| Youth (5-11) | $15.25 | $18.00 |
| Children (4 & under) | Free | Free |
* Seasonal pricing will be in effect throughout the year. The pricing chart reflects the online discount price. There is an additional charge per ticket for purchases made on-site.
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