Salute to America
Special Event at Greenfield Village®
Event brought to you by our Sponsors:
2020 Salute to America Update
For the first time in its 28-year run, “Salute to America” will not be held live in Greenfield Village during Fourth of July weekend to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
This year, The Henry Ford is proud to announce that WDIV-Local 4 will produce an hour-long primetime program filled with all the music and fanfare for which the Salute to America concerts are known and loved. The televised special will remain proudly supported by the event’s long-time sponsors Bank of America and Ford Motor Company.
Jason Carr and Tati Amare of WDIV-Local 4’s “Live in the D” will host the special from Greenfield Village at The Henry Ford. Music will include encore performances drawn from the orchestra’s extensive DSO Replay archive recorded at Orchestra Hall prior to the pandemic.
In addition, a DSO brass quintet will be featured in a newly recorded segment at Greenfield Village. Viewers will also learn how the July 4th holiday was celebrated during America’s centennial, as well as get an up close look at an authentic muzzle-loading Napoleanic-era cannon used during the “1812 Overture.”
This unique “Salute to America” broadcast will premiere on WDIV-Local 4 on July 3 at 8:00 pm EST.
2019 Salute to America Event Detail
Red, white and blue-festooned buildings, classic summer fare, fifes, drums and fireflies are the backdrop for the region’s most robust expression of the Fourth of July — a quintessentially American concert punctuated by an extraordinary fireworks display.
Community goodwill fills Greenfield Village as picnic blankets and chairs are assembled for a joint concert by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and the Jazz Ambassadors of The United States Army Field Band. An exuberant collection of songs, food and fanfare connects families, friends and neighbors to honor the great American experiment.
2019 Ticket Prices
| Member | Non-member | |
|---|---|---|
| General Admission (12+) | $27.25 | $32.00 |
| Youth (5-11) | $20.50 | $24.00 |
Kids 11 and under admitted FREE with a paid adult admission on July 5th and 6th. Click the coupon below to download.
Salute to America Family Fun Night Coupon (PDF)
Your experience includes
- Fife and Drum Parade
- Live Preshow Music by the Jazz Ambassadors of The United States Army Field Band
- Detroit Symphony Orchestra Concert
- Live Historic Cannon Fire
- Fireworks Finale
Experience Salute to America VIP Style
VIP tickets include the best seats, most convenient parking and private access to your own hospitality area with premium cash bar and food offerings. Please contact The Henry Ford Call Center at 313-982-6001 to reserve your seating.
VIP Ticket Pricing
| VIP Seating and Parking | $75.00 |
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Salute to America Dining Option
 | Dinner at Eagle Tavern - Gather around the table with friends and family for a seasonal buffet supper in Eagle Tavern before Salute to America in Greenfield Village. Call our Contact Center at 313-982-6001 to make your reservations. |
Become a Member and Save
The best way to experience Salute to America is as a member of The Henry Ford. Save 15% on event admission, then use your membership for free admission to the museum and village all year long.
Additional Event Information
Greenfield Village is spread over dozens of acres-- the location of the concert stage is in Walnut Grove (approximately 1/2 mile from the front gates of Greenfield Village). Comfortable clothing and comfortable walking shoes are a must. The concert will be held outdoors, rain or shine. Dressing for the weather is a must. Bring umbrellas / rain gear and prepare for a wide range of temperatures.
Lawn seating only. Seating will not be provided! We recommend you bring folding chairs or lawn blankets.
Wheelchairs can be rented, but must be rented in advance of the event-- please inquire when purchasing tickets, or call the call center at 313-982-6001 to make a reservation. You are welcome to bring your own wheelchair or scooter, however, upright scooters (Segways) are not allowed on premises. You are welcome to bring your own children's stroller or wagon, however, recreational scooters, bicycles or in-line/in-sole skates are not allowed inside the Village gates.
Bring a camera; photography is allowed in all areas of the Village.
Please do not bring alcoholic beverages; outside alcohol is not permitted. All packages will be searched for alcohol at the Village gates. Beer and wine are available for purchase inside Greenfield Village.
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Salute to America Dinner at Eagle Tavern
Gather around the table with friends and family for a seasonal buffet supper in Eagle Tavern before Salute to America in Greenfield Village. Available only with purchase of VIP Admission to Salute to America. Call the contact Center at 313-982-6001 for more information.
Salute to America Dinner at Eagle Tavern
