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Kids Activities
Preschool
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PNC Tinkering for Tots
November 11, December 9, January 13 (Second Monday of each Month) | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Imagine, create, iterate. Set little minds and hands in motion second Mondays, with playful learning and storytelling. (November - December)
PNC Tinkering for Tots
November 11, December 9, January 13 (Second Monday of each Month) | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Make a Paper Airplane
January 1 - December 31 (Daily) | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Experiment with aerodynamics as you fold and test paper airplane designs. Sponsored by Delta Air Lines.
Make a Paper Airplane
January 1 - December 31 (Daily) | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Build a Model T
January 1 - December 31 (Daily) | 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Help build a real Model T. Can you build a quality product quickly? Pick up a wrench and find out if you'd be hired or fired.
Build a Model T
January 1 - December 31 (Daily) | 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Greenfield Village
All Abilities Playground
Built specially for children of all abilities, our playground includes real historical objects, including a 20-foot long boiler tunnel and 1931 Model AA truck.
Elementary
Mark Your Calendars
Experiment with History
January 6, 2020 - March 27, 2020 (Daily) | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Investigate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) through the eyes of past innovators with hands-on activities.
Experiment with History
January 6, 2020 - March 27, 2020 (Daily) | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Build a Model T
January 1 - December 31 (Daily) | 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Help build a real Model T. Can you build a quality product quickly? Pick up a wrench and find out if you'd be hired or fired.
Build a Model T
January 1 - December 31 (Daily) | 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Make a Paper Airplane
January 1 - December 31 (Daily) | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Experiment with aerodynamics as you fold and test paper airplane designs. Sponsored by Delta Air Lines.
Make a Paper Airplane
January 1 - December 31 (Daily) | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Greenfield Village
Historic Rides & Games
Hop aboard a train pulled by one of our historic steam or diesel locomotives or take a Model T ride around the Village. From an historic carousel to historic base ball, there’s fun for kids of all ages.
Teens
Take it Forward
Celebrate Black History!
February 1-2, 5-9, 12-16, 19-23, 26-29, 2020 | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Delve into African-American history through interactive presentations, music and food.
Celebrate Black History!
February 1-2, 5-9, 12-16, 19-23, 26-29, 2020 | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
January 20, 2020 | 9:30am - 5pm
Celebrate the life of the civil rights leaders who had the extraordinary courage to ask for more from their nation. Make your own history with free museum admission, parking and activities.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
January 20, 2020 | 9:30am - 5pm
History Outside the Box
January 3, February 7, March 6, March 20, April 3, May 1
The Historical Resources staff will conduct a Show & Tell on their favorite collection materials the first Friday of every month.
History Outside the Box
January 3, February 7, March 6, March 20, April 3, May 1
Annual Membership
Join The Henry Ford for the most cost-effective way to enjoy multiple events.