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Kids Activities
Preschool
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Day Out With Thomas™
May 6-7, 13-14, 20-21 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. (Ticketholders purchasing the 9 a.m. train experience receive early entry).
During Thomas’ annual visit to Greenfield Village, enjoy family fun and entertainment. Ride Thomas around the village and meet Sir Topham Hatt™ face-to-face. Advance tickets are strongly recommended.
Day Out With Thomas™
May 6-7, 13-14, 20-21 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. (Ticketholders purchasing the 9 a.m. train experience receive early entry).
SCOOBY-DOO!™ Mansion Mayhem
February 12, 2023-April 9, 2023 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
For over five decades, the members of Mystery Inc. have shown that through courage, teamwork, and ingenuity, even the toughest mysteries can be solved. Can you meddling kids (and grown-ups, too!) help the gang solve the mystery in this immersive exhibit?
SCOOBY-DOO!™ Mansion Mayhem
February 12, 2023-April 9, 2023 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
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.
Tinkering for Tots
January-May 2023 | 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Imagine, create, iterate. Set little minds in motion with learning and storytelling.
Tinkering for Tots
January-May 2023 | 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
Mark Your Calendars
SCOOBY-DOO!™ Mansion Mayhem
February 12, 2023-April 9, 2023 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
For over five decades, the members of Mystery Inc. have shown that through courage, teamwork, and ingenuity, even the toughest mysteries can be solved. Can you meddling kids (and grown-ups, too!) help the gang solve the mystery in this immersive exhibit?
SCOOBY-DOO!™ Mansion Mayhem
February 12, 2023-April 9, 2023 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Lillian Schwartz: Whirlwind of Creativity
March 25, 2023 – January 1, 2024 | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Lillian Schwartz: Whirlwind of Creativity is a career-retrospective exhibition showcasing the groundbreaking work of multimedia artist Lillian Schwartz.
Lillian Schwartz: Whirlwind of Creativity
March 25, 2023 – January 1, 2024 | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Day Out With Thomas™
May 6-7, 13-14, 20-21 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. (Ticketholders purchasing the 9 a.m. train experience receive early entry).
During Thomas’ annual visit to Greenfield Village, enjoy family fun and entertainment. Ride Thomas around the village and meet Sir Topham Hatt™ face-to-face. Advance tickets are strongly recommended.
Day Out With Thomas™
May 6-7, 13-14, 20-21 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. (Ticketholders purchasing the 9 a.m. train experience receive early entry).
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
| Daily 2:00-3:15 p.m. and Friday-Sunday 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
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
| Daily 2:00-3:15 p.m. and Friday-Sunday 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
History Outside the Box
Virtual Event: January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, and June 2
The Historical Resources staff will conduct a Show & Tell on their favorite collection materials the first Friday of every month.
History Outside the Box
Virtual Event: January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, and June 2
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
SCOOBY-DOO!™ Mansion Mayhem
February 12, 2023-April 9, 2023 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
For over five decades, the members of Mystery Inc. have shown that through courage, teamwork, and ingenuity, even the toughest mysteries can be solved. Can you meddling kids (and grown-ups, too!) help the gang solve the mystery in this immersive exhibit?
SCOOBY-DOO!™ Mansion Mayhem
February 12, 2023-April 9, 2023 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Lillian Schwartz: Whirlwind of Creativity
March 25, 2023 – January 1, 2024 | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Lillian Schwartz: Whirlwind of Creativity is a career-retrospective exhibition showcasing the groundbreaking work of multimedia artist Lillian Schwartz.
Lillian Schwartz: Whirlwind of Creativity
March 25, 2023 – January 1, 2024 | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Fueled by Passion
January 1 - December 31 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 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. - 4:00 p.m.
Free Guided Tour
Daily | 1:00 - 1:30 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 | 1:00 - 1:30 p.m.
History Outside the Box
Virtual Event: January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, and June 2
The Historical Resources staff will conduct a Show & Tell on their favorite collection materials the first Friday of every month.
History Outside the Box
Virtual Event: January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, and June 2
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.
Annual Membership
Join The Henry Ford for the most cost-effective way to enjoy multiple events.