Events at
Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation®
Upcoming Special Events and Exhibits at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation®
Bicycles: Powering Possibilities
May 3, 2025-February 15, 2026 | 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Bicycles: Powering Possibilities traces the story of pedal-powered mobility through historic and contemporary bicycles, vintage accessories, archival documents and photos, interactive experiences for all ages, and profiles of important builders, riders and racers from the past 200 years.
Bicycles: Powering Possibilities
May 3, 2025-February 15, 2026 | 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Holiday Greens & Tree Lot
November 29-Until Supplies Sell Out | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Take home a seasonal tradition, just as a century of American merrymakers have done. Our fresh balsam firs and greens bring the rustic character of the 19th century to today’s yuletide celebrations.
Holiday Greens & Tree Lot
November 29-Until Supplies Sell Out | 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Light and Joy in the Holiday Season
November 23, 2024 – January 5, 2025 | Various Times
In this small, limited-time exhibit, discover how Hanukkah, Winter Solstice, Christmas, Kwanzaa and New Year’s are celebrated through traditions of food and light.
Light and Joy in the Holiday Season
November 23, 2024 – January 5, 2025 | Various Times
Tinkering for Tots
October 2024-May 2025 | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | Second Tuesday of each month
Little learners get hands on, minds on at Tinkering for Tots: A program designed for curious preschoolers to develop an innovative mindset and make connections through storytelling, play, artifact exploration and a take-home STEAM activity kit.
Tinkering for Tots
October 2024-May 2025 | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | Second Tuesday of each month
Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
January 18-20, 2025 | 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Celebrate the life of the civil rights leaders who had the extraordinary courage to ask for more from their nation. Make your own history with free museum admission, parking and activities.
Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
January 18-20, 2025 | 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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.
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?
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.
Overland Touring Car
Sit in the driver's seat of a car that is over 100 years old.
Pit Crew Challenge
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.
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.
Story Stroll
Story Stroll combines movement and literacy, all while you explore the museum! Find the next stop to follow along and join us every month for a new book.
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.
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.
