Events at
The Henry Ford

Plan your visit around one of the extraordinary events we have throughout the year.

Featured Events

Special events are part of what makes a visit to The Henry Ford memorable. See some of the major events coming up soon!

Shear Genius

Wallace & Gromit™ and Shaun the Sheep™: Shear Genius!

February 2-April 20, 2025 | 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

In this hands-on exhibit, visitors will step into the environments of Wallace & Gromit and Shaun the Sheep — 62 West Wallaby Street and Mossy Bottom Farm — to explore the contraptions, antics and escapades of Wallace, Gromit, Shaun and other familiar Aardman characters through dramatic play and interactive opportunities.

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Wallace & Gromit™ and Shaun the Sheep™: Shear Genius!

February 2-April 20, 2025 | 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

In this hands-on exhibit, visitors will step into the environments of Wallace & Gromit and Shaun the Sheep — 62 West Wallaby Street and Mossy Bottom Farm — to explore the contraptions, antics and escapades of Wallace, Gromit, Shaun and other familiar Aardman characters through dramatic play and interactive opportunities.
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Women's History Month

March 1-31, 2025 | 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

From the earliest of American settlements and the women's suffrage movement to today, learn how women have changed — and continue to change — American society.

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Women's History Month

March 1-31, 2025 | 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

From the earliest of American settlements and the women's suffrage movement to today, learn how women have changed — and continue to change — American society.
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Story Stroll

January 1-December 31 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

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.

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Story Stroll

January 1-December 31 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

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.
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Experiment with History

Daily | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Investigate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) through the eyes of past innovators with hands-on activities.

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Experiment with History

Daily | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Investigate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) through the eyes of past innovators with hands-on activities.
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Our War Too: Women in Service

May 25-September 7 | 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Making its Midwest traveling debut, Our War Too: Women in Service is a groundbreaking special exhibit honoring the nearly 350,000 American women who answered the call to serve their country during World War II.

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Our War Too: Women in Service

May 25-September 7 | 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Making its Midwest traveling debut, Our War Too: Women in Service is a groundbreaking special exhibit honoring the nearly 350,000 American women who answered the call to serve their country during World War II.
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Events for Kids

There’s much to do at The Henry Ford for children, including some events especially for them. See some of the kids’ events coming soon!

Shear Genius

Wallace & Gromit™ and Shaun the Sheep™: Shear Genius!

February 2-April 20, 2025 | 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

In this hands-on exhibit, visitors will step into the environments of Wallace & Gromit and Shaun the Sheep — 62 West Wallaby Street and Mossy Bottom Farm — to explore the contraptions, antics and escapades of Wallace, Gromit, Shaun and other familiar Aardman characters through dramatic play and interactive opportunities.

 Exhibit Museum of American Innovation   Get Details

Wallace & Gromit™ and Shaun the Sheep™: Shear Genius!

February 2-April 20, 2025 | 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

In this hands-on exhibit, visitors will step into the environments of Wallace & Gromit and Shaun the Sheep — 62 West Wallaby Street and Mossy Bottom Farm — to explore the contraptions, antics and escapades of Wallace, Gromit, Shaun and other familiar Aardman characters through dramatic play and interactive opportunities.
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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.

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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.
  Get Details
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Story Stroll

January 1-December 31 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

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.

 Activity Museum of American Innovation   Get Details

Story Stroll

January 1-December 31 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

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.
  Get Details
Pit Crew Challenge

Pit Crew Challenge

January 1 - December 31 | Times vary.

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.

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Pit Crew Challenge

January 1 - December 31 | Times vary.

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.
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Experiment with History

Daily | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Investigate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) through the eyes of past innovators with hands-on activities.

 Activity Museum of American Innovation   Get Details

Experiment with History

Daily | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Investigate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) through the eyes of past innovators with hands-on activities.
  Get Details
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