Events at
Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation®
Upcoming Special Events and Exhibits at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation®
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.
OUT! LGBTQ+ Visibility and Identity
May 26 – August 15 | 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Join us this summer for a limited-engagement pop-up exhibit to learn more about the acquisitions we've recently made that relate to the history and lived experiences of LGBTQ+ people.
OUT! LGBTQ+ Visibility and Identity
May 26 – August 15 | 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Designs for Aging:
August 16, 2022 - October 31, 2022 | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Designs for elder care and aging populations often have universal application. This pop-up exhibit will explore how key designers of the late 20th century utilized user research and ergonomic design to create products specifically suited to ease the dynamic challenges of older adults.
Designs for Aging:
August 16, 2022 - October 31, 2022 | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
National Aviation Day
August 19th, 2022
Soar into the first 40 years of flight, from the Wright brothers’ historic liftoff to today’s awe-inspiring technological advances.
National Aviation Day
August 19th, 2022
History Outside the Box
Virtual Event: July 1, August 12, September 2, October 7, November 4, and December 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: July 1, August 12, September 2, October 7, November 4, and December 2
Things to Do Today at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation®
Allegheny Locomotive
Step up into the cab of this mighty 600-ton locomotive, and imagine yourself at the controls.
Driving America Films
Enjoy your choice of four films highlighting the spirit of innovation in and around the automobile.
Dymaxion House
Enter Buckminster Fuller's resourceful aluminum dwelling, a prototype of a sustainable suburbia.
NEW: In the Driver's Seat presented by Brembo
Buckle up for high-octane racing with six interlinked, full-motion simulators that feature the latest technologies – just like the modern pros use for training.
Innovation Nation Lounge
Get inspired by Emmy Award-winning The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation TV show.
Make a Paper Airplane
Experiment with aerodynamics as you fold and test paper airplane designs. Sponsored by Delta Air Lines.
Model Train Layout
In the shadow of one of the world's largest locomotives, mini metal machines navigate through historic model train buildings, showing just how far we've come.
Overland Touring Car
Sit in the driver's seat of a car that is over 100 years old.
Rosa Parks Bus
Inside this bus on December 1, 1955, Rosa Parks, a soft-spoken African-American seamstress, refused to give up her seat to a white man, challenging existing segregation laws.
Visions of the Future
The 20th century saw amazing advances in technology and pop culture. What will the 21st century bring? Draw your ideas and submit them to be shown publicly in Your Place in Time.
Gravity Racers
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?
Fueled by Passion
Immerse yourself in a 180-degree multisensory theater experience that ignites the drive we all have to power our passions.
Experiment with History
Investigate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) through the eyes of past innovators with hands-on activities.
