Rediscover Inspiration

Learn more about our featured spring programs and exhibits.

Packed with new exhibits and special events, 2024 is the perfect time to rediscover excitement and wonder at The Henry Ford. Whether it's the inspirational icons in Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, America's past times in Greenfield Village or the grit of modern manufacturing at the Ford Rouge Factory Tour, this is the year to rediscover the things that matter most at a place that inspires you the most.

Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation

Experience one of the largest collections of its kind ever assembled, and learn about the breakthroughs big and small that have made our world what it is today.

Operating hours: Daily, 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

The Gallery by General Motors PAW Patrol: Adventure Play, Presented by KeyBank Now open through April 28. Learn more about featured on-site programs, including special PAW Patrol screenings at Giant Screen Experience here.	BUY TICKETS
Collections Gallery Exhibitions FINAL DAYS: Lillian Schwartz: Whirlwind of Creativity Now open through March 31.	BUY TICKETS
Pop-Up Exhibits National Historic Vehicle Register, Powered by the Hagerty Drivers Foundation Explore a rotating collection of culturally significant vehicles. Currently featuring the 1918 Cadillac Type 57. "To Establish the Rule of Justice": 60 Years of the 1964 Civil Rights Act Now open through September 2. This evolving pop-up display explores the act that changed the course of America, including its origins and legacy, and the call to action that it still has for Americans today. What We Wore Explore a changing exhibit of garments and their stories in What We Wore, a collections platform showcasing the rich collection of clothing and accessories at The Henry Ford.	BUY TICKETS
Featured Activities Story Stroll, Presented by PNC Bank A program that combines movement and literacy, all while you explore the museum. Find the next stop to follow along, and join us every month for a new book. Experiment with History 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Daily Enjoy a rotating hands-on activity to explore history through the eyes of past innovators. Tinkering for Tots, Made Possible with Support by PNC Foundation 2nd Tuesday of Every Month Through May, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 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.	BUY TICKETS

Greenfield Village

Experience firsthand the sights, sounds and sensations of America’s fascinating formation with over 80 acres brimming with resourcefulness and ingenuity.

2024 Opening Dates

2024 Operating Hours

April 13-May 20
May 21-September 8
September 9-29
September 30-October 27
October 28-December 1

Stand 44 Grand Opening In season. From scratch. By chefs. An exciting new dining option is coming to Greenfield Village. Stand 44 will offer delicious dishes made from seasonal local ingredients with an emphasis on sustainability and waste reduction. Opening May 1, 2024	LEARN MORE
Greenfield Village Store Renovation A newly renovated and refreshed Greenfield Village Store opens this spring. Expect to find returning favorites like handcrafted exclusives made in Liberty Craftworks and Frozen Custard apparel, as well as exciting new surprises. Stop in to shop our extensive quilting collection, new Detroit Central Market apparel and products featuring artwork by illustrator and graphic designer Humberto Cruz. Opening April 13, 2024
Reopening of Village Buildings and New Musical Program For the first time since 2019, explore the newly reopened DT&M Roundhouse, Dr. Howard's Office and Grimm Jewelry Store. Starting late spring, also enjoy our new “Music in the Market” series taking place on select dates at Detroit Central Market.
Day Out With Thomas™, Locally Presented by Meijer May 4-5, 11-12 & 18-19 Member Presale: Wednesday, March 27 Public Sale: Wednesday, April 3 PLUS, Railroader''s Brunch Dining Package	LEARN MORE
2024 Summer Camps THF Summer Camps are scheduled June-August, with programming being reintroduced for seventh graders for the first time since 2019. In our new Dreamers camp, children entering seventh grade will find their own creative voices by going hands-on with different art mediums to learn how artists inspire, motivate and communicate to positively impact our lives and history. Registration opens for all camps, grades 2-7, to members on March 13 and to the public on March 20.	LEARN MORE

Ford Rouge Factory Tour

Journey into the factory where automobile manufacturing as we know it came of age and where the technology of tomorrow is on display today.

Operating hours: Monday-Saturday, 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
(Last tour leaves at 3:00 p.m.)

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Giant Screen Experience

Experience some of the most entertaining and enlightening stories of America’s past, present and future ever told — in one of the nation's most impressive venues for telling them.

Operating hours: Wednesday-Sunday Learn more.

We're excited to host special programming throughout 2024, including 3-4 new documentaries and special monthly pop-up films.