Events at
Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation™
Upcoming Special Events and Exhibits at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation™
Ford UX: Engineering Meets Design Thinking
September 29, 2017 (Friday) | 1 - 2 pm
Learn how a merger of mindsets come together and collaborate to translate the language of user experience into the latest automotive designs with leaders from Ford Motor Company and The Henry Ford’s Chief Curator of Industry & Design, Marc Greuther.
Ford UX: Engineering Meets Design Thinking
September 29, 2017 (Friday) | 1 - 2 pm
Make Something Saturdays
September 9, 2017 - May 19, 2018 (Saturday) | 10am - 3pm
Learn firsthand how the American spirit of innovation and ingenuity is alive and well today. Try your hand at something new, something different. The activities change month to month. Hands-on. How-to, DIY, science and more!
Make Something Saturdays
September 9, 2017 - May 19, 2018 (Saturday) | 10am - 3pm
Tinkering for Tots
Second Monday of each Month (October - May) | 10am - noon
Imagine, create, iterate. Set little minds and hands in motion second Mondays, with playful learning and storytelling.
Tinkering for Tots
Second Monday of each Month (October - May) | 10am - noon
The Science Behind Pixar
October 14, 2017 - March 18, 2018
Learn about the filmmaking process through hands-on activities inspired by some of Pixar’s most treasured films, from Toy Story to Inside Out.
The Science Behind Pixar
October 14, 2017 - March 18, 2018
Tactile Tour
October 14, 2017 (Saturday) | 10am & 1pm
For guests who are blind or visually impaired, a Tactile Tour of Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation offers an opportunity to experience the museum through touch and detailed description. Advance registration required.
Tactile Tour
October 14, 2017 (Saturday) | 10am & 1pm
The Science Behind Pixar Days for Members
October 15, 2017
Members enjoy free entry to The Science Behind Pixar exhibit during opening weekend. Offer is limited to those covered by the membership level, and tickets cannot be booked in advance. Space is limited, and this offer is subject to availability.
The Science Behind Pixar Days for Members
October 15, 2017
Things to Do Today at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation™
Allegheny Locomotive
Built in 1941 and weighing 600 tons, the Allegheny was one of the largest steam-powered locomotives ever built. Watch our video of the Allegheny in operation and then step up into the cab of this mighty engine and imagine yourself at the controls.
Depot Town
Our youngest guests can use their creativity to build with large blocks.
Design & Test a K'NEX Car
Our K'NEX play station is located behind Lamy's Diner in our Driving America Exhibit. Kids are invited to stop by to design and test their their own K'NEX car construction.
Innovation Nation Lounge
Make a Paper Airplane
Imagine you're an aviation inventor: create cool paper airplanes designs and take to the skies!
Model Train Layout
Stop by and see our impressive model train layout, which features a collection of historic Lionel buildings. Located in the Railroad Exhibit, near the 1925 Detroit Toledo & Ironton Railroad Caboose.
Rubbing Stations
Make a crayon rubbing of some of the most iconic artifacts in the museum.
Visions of the Future
With Liberty and Justice for All Response Wall
Henry's Assembly Line
What better way to learn about an assembly line than to work on one? In this hands-on 20-minute program, your students will work together to assemble a miniature wooden Model T using the station and moving assembly line methods.
1975 Sperry-New Holland Combine
Imagine how a harvest might have looked to a farmer when you climb into the cab of our 1975 Sperry-New Holland combine.
Your Place in Time
20th-Century America Activity Area. Test your skill at building with Lincoln Logs, Tinker toys and LEGOs.
Texaco Play Garage
Young guests can have their first experience with car repair by changing a tire or an air filter, or pretending to add fluids.
Overland Touring Car
Wonder what it's like to sit in the driver's seat of a hundred year-old car? Find out!
Build a Model T
Grab a wrench and help build one of the cars that made Henry famous. Participants assist in the assembly of an authentic Model T. Spend as much or as little time as you want in this one-of-a-kind activity led by experienced presenters.
Corliss Steam Engine Demonstration
Generating 300 horsepower, this 1859 Corliss steam engine served more than 60 years as the central source of power for some dozen independent workshops in Providence. Watch it in motion during our special demonstrations.
Pop-Up Talks
Join us for a 20-minute conversation about one of our exhibits.
