Group Visits &
Field Trips
Voted “one of the country’s best museums” by Condé Nast Traveler, The Henry Ford’s 250 acres of innovation offer a one-of-a-kind experience. The events, inventions, and people who made America are all here, just waiting for you to encounter the sights, sounds and sensations. A journey here with others is especially wonderful, as you’ll share discoveries large and small, just like great American innovators. Discount tickets are available for groups of 15 or more with advanced reservations. We offer stress-free planning and follow it up with world-class service.
Field Trips
Planning a Field Trip? Programs, activities, and special experiences for field trips are part of our commitment to Education.
For Group Reservations, call 313-982-6001, press 1
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Upcoming Events
Member Appreciation Days
January 25-27, 2019
We set aside a few days to show our appreciation for the support we receive from our members in January. Enjoy double discounts on dining and shopping.
Member Appreciation Days
January 25-27, 2019
Make Something Saturdays
January 5 - May 25, 2019 | 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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
January 5 - May 25, 2019 | 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Celebrate Black History!
February 1-3, 6-10, 13-17, 20-24, 2019
Honor Black History Month at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation. During select days each week in February, we explore a different aspect of African-American history.
Celebrate Black History!
February 1-3, 6-10, 13-17, 20-24, 2019
History Outside the Box
First Friday of Every Month | 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
The Historical Resources staff will conduct a Show & Tell on their favorite collection materials the first Friday of every month.
History Outside the Box
First Friday of Every Month | 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Minds on Freedom - Civil Rights Movement
February 1-3, 6-8, 13-15, 20-22, 2019 | Wednesday - Friday: 11:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., & 1:00 p.m.; Saturday - Sunday: 12:00 p.m., 1:30 p.m., & 2:30 p.m.
Explore and experience the civil rights movement through empowering songs, speeches and images in this 30-minute musical and dramatic presentation.
Minds on Freedom - Civil Rights Movement
February 1-3, 6-8, 13-15, 20-22, 2019 | Wednesday - Friday: 11:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., & 1:00 p.m.; Saturday - Sunday: 12:00 p.m., 1:30 p.m., & 2:30 p.m.
Curator Conversation: Freedman’s Bureau
February 2 & 23, 2019 | 1:00 p.m.
Join curator Debra Reid, Ph.D, to learn about the U.S. government agency designed to serve four million newly freed people as documented in the collections of The Henry Ford.
Curator Conversation: Freedman’s Bureau
February 2 & 23, 2019 | 1:00 p.m.
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