Calendar
ExhibitHandmade: The Crafting of America
- Collections Gallery
- Mar 21, 2026-Jan 18, 2027
Discover the story of American craftsmanship in Handmade: The Crafting of America. From practical beginnings to bold, modern expressions, this exhibition traces the evolution of craft and celebrates human creativity.
EventMember Appreciation Days
- The Henry Ford
- Apr 24-26, Jul 11-13, Nov 20-22, 2026
Each season, we set aside a few special days to show our gratitude for the support and encouragement we receive from our members. Join us for double discounts on shopping, both in-store and online.
EventLand Acknowledgement Plaque Unveiling
- Greenfield Village Entrance
- April 11, 2026
Coinciding with the 2026 public opening of Greenfield Village and the commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary, The Henry Ford invites the public to a ceremonial unveiling of a land acknowledgement plaque, honoring the enduring presence, history and stewardship of Indigenous peoples.
ExhibitFor Generations Yet Unborn
- Near Your Place in Time
- Feb 7, 2026-Jan 2027
In this temporary collections spotlight, Mrs. Jackson’s memoir, The House by the Side of the Road: The Selma Civil Rights Movement, takes center stage, highlighting how everyday people can preserve and share their own family stories.
ExhibitDaVinci The Exhibition
- The Gallery by General Motors
- Oct 26, 2025-May 3, 2026
Explore the mind of Leonardo da Vinci through full-scale inventions that bring to life his discoveries in art, engineering, science, flight and more in DaVinci The Exhibition.
EventAll Aboard Adventure in Greenfield Village
- Greenfield Village
- May 16-17, 2026
Experience the power and possibility of Greenfield Village in motion for one special weekend. Historic locomotives lead the way in this hands-on, village-wide celebration where steam, big machines and classic play take center stage for children of all ages.
ActivityPit Crew Challenge
- Driven to Win
- Daily
Being a member of a NASCAR pit crew requires training, precision and practice. See if you have what it takes to help your team win the race in this hands-on experience.
ActivityAllegheny Locomotive
- Railroads
- Daily
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.
ActivityDymaxion House
- Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation
- Daily
Go on a guided tour of Buckminster Fuller's resourceful aluminum dwelling, a prototype of a sustainable suburbia. Please note that the historic design of the Dymaxion House does not accommodate wheelchairs or strollers. However, the home may be viewed from the deck at the top of the ramp, and a special exterior presentation is available upon request.
ActivityWeaving
- Weaving Shop, Liberty Craftworks
- Daily
Watch for weavers at work in the village. The Weaving Shop will be demonstrating traditional techniques on our Colonial Loom, Fly Shuttle Loom and Cleo Loom. See if you can spot the technological advances in early looms that led to modern computer-aided processes.
ActivityPotter's Wheel
- Pottery Shop
- Daily
Experience an up-close look at skilled artisans as they work with redware, stoneware and porcelain to craft unique pottery. You can find many of their hand-crafted pieces available for sale in our gift shops.
ActivityPrinting Press
- Printing Office
- Daily
Start the presses! Join us for demonstrations of typesetting and printing, plus insights into how the printing press has influenced modern communication.
Giant Screen Experience
FilmBlue Whales: Return of the Giants
- 45 minutes
- Shows Daily
Blue Whales: Return of the Giants takes viewers on the journey of a lifetime to explore the world of the magnificent blue whale, a species rebounding from the brink of extinction.Blue Whales: Return of the Giants takes viewers on the journey of a lifetime to explore the world of the magnificent blue whale, a species rebounding from the brink of extinction.
Traditional Film. Closed captioning available upon request. Select showtimes playing in 3D.
FilmDetroit: The City of Hot Rods & Muscle Cars
- 35 minutes
- Shows Daily
Welcome to Detroit, where a vehicle is much more than a way to get from A to B. Experience the movement that shaped not only the Motor City, but automotive culture throughout the world.
Showcase Film.
FilmInto America's Wild
- 40 minutes
- Shows Daily
A cross-country journey to some of the most beautiful but little-known landscapes of North America. Explore North America's scenic views, ancient canyons, and the human connection we share with the natural world.
Closed Captioning available upon request. Select showtimes in 3D.
FilmTrain Time
- 43 minutes
- Shows Daily
Train Time propels audiences through the rugged beauty and vastness of the American landscape, revealing the brutal challenges of railroading, as well as secrets of the art and science of running the greatest trains.
Traditional Film. Closed captioning available upon request.
FilmBackstory: The Jackson Home
- 45 minutes
- April 10-12, 2026
Discover the Dr. Sullivan and Mrs. Richie Jean Sherrod Jackson Home in an all-new special from WDIV Local 4. Backstory: The Jackson Home tells the story of how this civil rights artifact made its way to The Henry Ford.Admission is free. No ticket purchase is necessary. Seats will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Capacities are limited.