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Kids Activities
Preschool
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Visit with Santa
November 25 – 27, 2022 | 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Start your holiday season by visiting history’s greatest toymaker at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation.
Visit with Santa
November 25 – 27, 2022 | 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Polar Express 3D
November 25, 2022 – January 1, 2023 | Showtimes vary
The Christmas tradition continues in the Giant Screen Experience! Watch the adventure, excitement, and magic of this holiday classic.
Polar Express 3D
November 25, 2022 – January 1, 2023 | Showtimes vary
Experiment with History
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays only | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Investigate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) through the eyes of past innovators with hands-on activities.
Experiment with History
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays only | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume Presented by the Walt Disney Archives
June 25, 2022 – January 1, 2023 | 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Featuring more than 70 original pieces, Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume explores the vision, process, and craft used to create the costumes worn by some of the biggest names in entertainment.
Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume Presented by the Walt Disney Archives
June 25, 2022 – January 1, 2023 | 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Tinkering for Tots
Returning January 2023 | 10:30, 11:00, and 11:30 a.m.
Imagine, create, iterate. Set little minds in motion with learning and storytelling.
Tinkering for Tots
Returning January 2023 | 10:30, 11:00, and 11:30 a.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
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays only | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Investigate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) through the eyes of past innovators with hands-on activities.
Experiment with History
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays only | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 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.
MichLUG LEGO Building Display
November 19, 2022 – January 8, 2023 | 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Don’t miss this annual LEGO display from one of our favorite communities of passionate fans, tinkerers, dreamers and doers who inspire others to build new things.
MichLUG LEGO Building Display
November 19, 2022 – January 8, 2023 | 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Polar Express 3D
November 25, 2022 – January 1, 2023 | Showtimes vary
The Christmas tradition continues in the Giant Screen Experience! Watch the adventure, excitement, and magic of this holiday classic.
Polar Express 3D
November 25, 2022 – January 1, 2023 | Showtimes vary
Visit with Santa
November 25 – 27, 2022 | 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Start your holiday season by visiting history’s greatest toymaker at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation.
Visit with Santa
November 25 – 27, 2022 | 9:30 a.m. – 3 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
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: November 4, December 2, 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: November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, and June 2
MichLUG LEGO Building Display
November 19, 2022 – January 8, 2023 | 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Don’t miss this annual LEGO display from one of our favorite communities of passionate fans, tinkerers, dreamers and doers who inspire others to build new things.
MichLUG LEGO Building Display
November 19, 2022 – January 8, 2023 | 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Experiment with History
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays only | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Investigate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) through the eyes of past innovators with hands-on activities.
Experiment with History
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays only | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Holiday Model Train Layout
November 19, 2022 – January 1, 2023 | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Our Model Train Layout, featuring engines, figures and historic buildings, is a year-round favorite for guests of all ages. For the holiday season, we decorate with lights, greenery and miniature details to create a wintertime scene.
Holiday Model Train Layout
November 19, 2022 – January 1, 2023 | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Annual Membership
Join The Henry Ford for the most cost-effective way to enjoy multiple events.