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Kids Activities
Preschool
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Tinkering for Tots
October 2024-May 2025 | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | Second Tuesday of each month
Little learners get hands on, minds on at Tinkering for Tots: A program designed for curious preschoolers to develop an innovative mindset and make connections through storytelling, play, artifact exploration and a take-home STEAM activity kit.
Tinkering for Tots
October 2024-May 2025 | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | Second Tuesday of each month
Experiment with History
Daily | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Investigate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) through the eyes of past innovators with hands-on activities.
Experiment with History
Daily | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Gravity Racers
January 1 - December 31 | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
How does the body of a vehicle impact it's performance? Try your hand at automotive design and build different types to cars to see which will go the fastest. Will your vehicle win the race?
Gravity Racers
January 1 - December 31 | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Make a Paper Airplane
January 1 - December 31 | 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 | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 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
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Experiment with History
Daily | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Investigate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) through the eyes of past innovators with hands-on activities.
Experiment with History
Daily | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Pit Crew Challenge
January 1 - December 31 | Times vary.
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.
Pit Crew Challenge
January 1 - December 31 | Times vary.
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
Fueled by Passion
January 1 - December 31 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Immerse yourself in a 180-degree multisensory theater experience that ignites the drive we all have to power our passions.
Fueled by Passion
January 1 - December 31 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Free Guided Tour
Daily | 1 p.m.
Whether it's your first time or fiftieth time, there's always something new to learn at The Henry Ford! Join us for this 30 minute guided tour and learn insider knowledge on some of our most popular exhibits.
Free Guided Tour
Daily | 1 p.m.
Annual Membership
Join The Henry Ford for the most cost-effective way to enjoy multiple events.