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Kids Activities
Preschool
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PNC Tinkering for Tots
February 10, March 9, April 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
February 10, March 9, April 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.
National Engineers Week Celebration
February 16-22, 2020 | 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Be inspired and get hands-on as The Henry Ford celebrates the dreamers and doers who solve problems and make our lives better during National Engineer’s Week.
National Engineers Week Celebration
February 16-22, 2020 | 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
History Outside the Box
March 20, April 3, May 1, June 5
The Historical Resources staff will conduct a Show & Tell on their favorite collection materials the first Friday of every month.
History Outside the Box
March 20, April 3, May 1, June 5
Annual Membership
Join The Henry Ford for the most cost-effective way to enjoy multiple events.