Rediscover Inspiration
Learn more about featured programs and exhibits in 2023
2023 is the year to rediscover your inspiration at The Henry Ford. Rediscover excitement, wonder and amazement with new rotating exhibits and special events. Rediscover the icons of innovation in Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, America’s pastime in Greenfield Village and the grit of modern manufacturing at Ford Rouge Factory Tour. This year, rediscover the things that matter most at a place that challenges you to remember what could be.
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: Open daily, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Three Limited-Time Exhibitions | Free for Members or with Museum Admission
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NEW Exhibit Space | Free for Members or with Museum Admission In spring, a new 1,800-square-foot permanent exhibition space will open to the public and feature rotating objects from our collection.
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Winter Programs and Exhibits | Free for Members or with Museum Admission
Join us throughout Black History Month to reflect on the past and to celebrate Black futures. Revitalize your spirit with live performances and your commitment to carrying the work of African American trailblazers forward as you take in amazing artifacts.
Open Through June 2023 Explore a rotating collection of culturally significant vehicles. Currently featuring the 1966 Volkswagen Deluxe Station Wagon owned by Esau and Janie B. Jenkins.
The life and accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. are often hidden behind the continual replaying of a few lines from his “I Have a Dream” speech. In fact, Dr. King’s real story — from unknown Baptist minister to American civil rights leader and international human rights spokesperson — is deeper, more subtle and more complex.
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.
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. |
Greenfield Village
Experience firsthand the sights, sounds and sensations of America’s fascinating formation, where over 80 acres brim with resourcefulness and ingenuity.
Operating Hours: Closed for the season.
2023 Village Opening
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2023 Ticketed Events
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2023 Village Daytime Events Detailed program information will be released throughout the year. These programs are free for members or with village admission.
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Detroit Central Market | Market Weekends
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Member Exclusive | Twilight Bike Ride For the first time, this year we are hosting two evenings of our popular Twilight Bike Ride, August 16 and 17. On sale dates will be announced throughout the year. This event is exclusive to members. |
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June 26-30; July 10-14, 17-21, 24-28; July 31-August 4 Offered to grades 2-6.
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Ford Rouge Factory Tour
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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 p.m. (Last tour leaves at 3 p.m.) |
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 vary by season. Learn more. |
Free Admission for Members
Become a member for a full year of free admission to the museum and village, plus free parking and exclusive savings on ticketed events.
