Calendar

Event
Exhibit
  • Wooden mixed media quilt art piece
    Exhibit

    Handmade: 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.
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  • Adult and child stand in front of a car display in Driving America.
    Event

    Member 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.
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  • Richie Jean Sherrod Jackson sits in front of her desk in her home office.
    Exhibit

    For 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.
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  • DaVinci The Exhibition
    Exhibit

    DaVinci 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.
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  • Staff member walking past the exterior of Cotswold Cottage in Greenfield Village
    Event

    Member Preview Day at Greenfield Village

    • Greenfield Village
    • Apr 10, 2026

    All aboard for the first train ride of the year, the first look at spring on our farms, the first stroll down Main Street and all the favorite experiences we’ve longed for through winter. We're so grateful to our member community, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another season in Greenfield Village. Join us for the one day of the year when we open the village just for our members and guests covered by your membership.

    Member Exclusive
  • Light green leaves on a background of dark green interspersed with multi-colored dots
    Event

    Land 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.
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  • All Aboard Adventure in Greenfield Village - "Edison" steam locamotive stopped at the village entrance
    Event

    All 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.

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  • Band playing instruments on the stage in the Market.
    Event

    Music in the Market

    • Detroit Central Market
    • May 23-24, Jul 18-19, Aug 29-30, Sept 19-20, 2026
    Join us for presentations of historically popular music from Metro Detroit. From Big Band to Folk, Greek to Great Migration, you will be delighted with immersive music history brought to  Detroit Central Market.
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  • Vendors set up at tables in Detroit Central Market
    Event

    Detroit Central Market Weekends

    • Detroit Central Market
    • May 30-31, Jun 27-28, Jul 25-26, Aug 22-23, Sept 26-27, 2026
    Explore Detroit's historic public market as it comes to life with local vendors, including farmers, artisans and makers, during our Detroit Central Market Weekends.
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