Press Releases
2025 Press Releases
February 5, 2025
Wallace & Gromit™ and Shaun the Sheep™: Shear Genius! Now Open at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation
Wallace & Gromit™ and Shaun the Sheep™: Shear Genius!, an interactive exhibition based on the popular film and television characters, is now open in the Gallery by General Motors in Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation. This brand-new exhibit, created by Minnesota Children’s Museum in partnership with Aardman, runs through Sunday, April 20, 2025.
P.R. Contacts
Wendy Metros
Director of Media and Film Relations
313-982-6125
WendyMe@TheHenryFord.org
2024 Press Releases
November 13, 2024
The Henry Ford Honors Rosa Parks’ Legacy with Free Event on Sunday, December 1
The Henry Ford will commemorate the 69th anniversary of Rosa Park’s Montgomery bus arrest in 1955 with a special free event, Standing For Justice: Rosa Parks’ Detroit on Sunday, Dec. 1. This curated program will take place in The Henry Ford’s Anderson Theater at 3 p.m. and is free to guests with registration.
October 30, 2024
The Henry Ford Hosts An Evening with Mo Rocca Featuring a Book Discussion and Signing Thursday, November 21 Tickets on Sale Now
The Henry Ford will host An Evening with Mo Rocca as he shares stories from his latest book, ROCTOGENARIANS: Late in Life Debuts, Comebacks, and Triumphs. Tickets at $12.75 for members and $15 for nonmembers are on sale now at thehenryford.org or by calling The Henry Ford’s contact center at (313) 982-6001. Ticketholders can also purchase signed copies of ROCTOGENARIANS at the event and meet Mo Rocca after the discussion.
October 15, 2024
Penske Corporation President Bud Denker Joins The Henry Ford Board of Trustees
Bud Denker, President of Penske Corporation, has joined The Henry Ford Board of Trustees and will serve a three-year term, it was announced by Patricia Mooradian, President and CEO of the institution.
October 1, 2024
Geoffrey Harris Young Is the New Principal for Henry Ford Academy
The Henry Ford’s public charter high school, Henry Ford Academy (HFA) welcomed Geoffrey Harris Young as its new principal. Young replaced longtime HFA principal Cora Christmas, who retired in June after 26 years.
September 23, 2024
The Henry Ford Shines Light on Need for Free, Regeneratively Grown, In-Season School Lunch with Farm to School Lunch Across America this October
The Henry Ford in Dearborn, Michigan is building a coalition of culinary experts, world-renowned chefs, farmers, food advocates and policymakers to bring focus to the need for free, accessible, regeneratively-grown school lunches for schoolchildren across the country.
September 10, 2024
Unleashing the thrills of ice hockey, HOCKEY: Faster Than Ever opens at The Henry Ford
The Henry Ford announces the opening of HOCKEY: Faster Than Ever, a highly interactive traveling exhibition on the science, history, and culture of ice hockey. The exhibition opens to the public on October 13 and runs through January 5 in the Gallery by General Motors in Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation.
July 30, 2024
The Henry Ford Presents From Selma to Detroit in Celebration of The Jackson House Moving to Greenfield Village
The Henry Ford is commemorating The Jackson House in Greenfield Village on Thursday, August 8 with public events including a site dedication in the village at 9:30 am, and From Selma to Detroit, a panel discussion on the incredible significance of The Jackson House in American history taking place in Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation at 7:00 pm.
July 15, 2024
The Henry Ford Partners with the Hagerty Drivers Foundation to Showcase the 1911 Marmon Wasp
The National Historic Vehicle Register’s (NHVR) display in Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation will feature a new vehicle starting this month as part of The Henry Ford’s partnership with the Hagerty Drivers Foundation. The 1911 Marmon Wasp is on display in the NHVR exhibition space now through November.
May 13, 2024
Invention Convention Michigan Showcases Young Innovators, Presented by Delta Dental
Invention Convention Michigan, presented by Delta Dental, is a platform for students to explore innovative solutions for real-world problems. The convention, which was held at the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation on May 4, 2024, brought together inventors from various regions to showcase their original ideas.
May 13, 2024
The Henry Ford Pays Tribute to the American Diner and Its Leading Expert in New Exhibition
The Henry Ford dives into the rich history of the American diner and its leading expert, Richard (Dick) Gutman with its new exhibition, Dick Gutman, DINERMAN, opening May 25 in the new Collections Gallery located in Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation.
April 18, 2024
Dinosaurs in Motion is Coming to The Henry Ford June 9-September 8
The Henry Ford presents Dinosaurs in Motion from June 9 to September 8 in Henery Ford Museum of American Innovation. Dinosaurs in Motion is a new, interactive, engaging STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics) exhibition that is truly for visitors of all ages. This exhibition engages and educates by using 16 magnificent, fully interactive, recycled life-size metal dinosaur sculptures inspired by actual fossils.
March 25, 2024
Day Out With Thomas™: The Bubble Tour is Heading to The Henry Ford for a Train Ride Adventure
All Aboard! Thomas the Tank Engine, everyone’s favorite #1 blue engine, is coming to town and bringing a bubbly new spin to Day Out With Thomas events. For the first time ever, Thomas & Friends will be celebrating the magic of bubbles with Day Out With Thomas: The Bubble Tour. The Bubble Tour will be stopping at The Henry Ford’s Greenfield Village May 4-5, 11-12 & 18-19, 2024.
March 20, 2024
Greenfield Village Welcomes the 2024 Season with a New Restaurant and Upgrades to the Venue
Greenfield Village reopens for the season Saturday, April 13 with an exclusive members-only preview on Friday, April 12. This year, guests will experience the familiar charm of the village along with some new features, including a new restaurant and revamped Greenfield Village Store.
March 15, 2024
Greenfield Village Glassblower Featured on Netflix Series Blown Away
The Henry Ford’s Glass Shop Lead, Ryan Thompson is featured on season four of the Netflix series, Blown Away. Thompson, faces nine other incredible glassblowers from around the country. Thompson, a native of Sandusky, Ohio has been with the glass shop in Greenfield Village for more than six years.
February 1, 2024
Celebrate Black History Month with Special Programming at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation presented by Ford Motor Company Fund
Join us at Henry Ford Museum during Black History Month for performances, guided tours, and a special pop-up exhibit that focuses on the passage of the 1964 Civil Rights Act.
January 24, 2023
The Borg-Warner Trophy™ and Team Penske’s 2023 Indy 500-Winning Car on Display Now Through Feb. 2 at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation
The Borg-Warner Trophy and the No. 2 Shell Powering Progress Dallara/Chevrolet are on display in Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation through Feb. 2, 2024.
January 9, 2024
™PAW Patrol: Adventure Play Helps Save The Day at The Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation
Kids and families can now play and save the day with the heroic PAW Patrol pups, at the brand-new PAW Patrol: Adventure Play exhibit, open to the public February 18, 2024, at the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation. Based on the hit preschool series PAW Patrol, which is produced by Spin Master Entertainment and airs on Nickelodeon, this interactive exhibit gives kids and their grownups an opportunity to run rescue missions and work together to overcome challenges in a fun and immersive environment.
P.R. Contacts
Wendy Metros
Director of Media and Film Relations
313-982-6125
WendyMe@TheHenryFord.org
2023 Press Releases
November 17, 2023
Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation Welcomes the 1918 Cadillac Type 57 from the National Historic Vehicle Register
The 1918 Cadillac Type 57, with engine number 57A704, is currently on display in the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation’s National Historic Vehicle Register exhibit, powered by the Hagerty Drivers Foundation. On display until July 2024, this vehicle has a strong connection to America’s involvement in World War I.
November 6, 2023
The Henry Ford is Taking Significant Steps to Ensure Respectful Repatriation of Cultural Items as Defined by NAGPRA
The Henry Ford recently discovered Native American Cultural items that may be subject to NAGPRA, Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act. The institution is embarking on a transformative journey guided by the principles of NAGPRA and taking significant steps to ensure the respectful repatriation of cultural items to their rightful Tribal nations, through a call for consultation. No ancestral remains were identified.
October 4, 2023
Enjoy Holiday Nights in Greenfield Village for 18 Evenings This December
Experience the magical aroma of roasting chestnuts and warming bonfires while the sounds of carolers and fiddlers fill the air at Holiday Nights in Greenfield Village, presented by Citizens.
October 2, 2023
Erb Family Foundation Commits $5 million to The Henry Ford’s Jackson House Project
The Fred A. and Barbara M. Erb Family Foundation commits $5 million to The Henry Ford’s Jackson House project, it was announced today by Patricia Mooradian, president and CEO of The Henry Ford, and John Erb, president and chair of the Erb Family Foundation.
September 18, 2023
The Henry Ford Announces Farm to School Lunch Initiatives Including Endowment for Henry Ford Academy's Lunch Program
Bridging history with innovation, the institution is expanding its education initiatives that focus on the importance of food, agriculture and the environment with the announcement of a Farm to School Lunch Across America program and an endowment for Henry Ford Academy's locally-sourced farm to school lunches. The announcement was made by The Henry Ford's President and CEO, Patricia Mooradian, at the institution's Carver-Carson Society's Moveable Feast held this year in Greenfield Village on September 17 and featured actor and activist Jane Fonda, chef and farm-to-table pioneer Alice Waters and historian Douglas Brinkley.
August 22, 2023
Hallowe’en at Greenfield Village presented by Meijer
The Henry Ford’s Hallowe’en in Greenfield Village presented by Meijer is a one-of-a-kind tradition showcasing harvest markets, over 1,000 jack-o-lanterns, costumed storybook characters and ghostly performances. Hosted over 16 evenings Oct. 5-8, 12-15, 19-22, 26-29 from 4 p.m. – 9:30 p.m., the enchanting event is designed for guests to stroll through the village at their own pace, for a personalized festive or frightful experience.
August 17, 2023
Old Car Festival Powered by Hagerty
Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of America’s longest-running antique car show, Old Car Festival, powered by Hagerty on Sept. 9-10 in Greenfield Village.
July 19, 2023
Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation Features a 1952 Hudson Hornet as part of the Hagerty Drivers Foundation’s Display
The National Historic Vehicle Register’s (NHVR)display in Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation will feature a new vehicle starting this month as part of The Henry Ford’s partnership with the Hagerty Drivers Foundation. A 1952 Hudson Hornet is on display in the NHVR exhibition space now until October.
July 18, 2023
The Henry Ford Announces Mandela: The Official Exhibition in Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation October 21, 2023 – January 15, 2024
Mandela: The Official Exhibition, produced by Round Room Live in partnership with The Royal House of Mandela (RHoM) and RHoM Investments, is the major new global touring exhibition that takes visitors on a personal journey through the life of the world’s most iconic freedom fighter and political leader. The Henry Ford is thrilled to welcome the exhibition to Michigan from October 21, 2023 to January 15, 2024.
May 1, 2023
The Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation is the premiere venue for Julia Child: A Recipe for Life May 20-September 10
A new traveling exhibition will make its debut at The Henry Ford when Julia Child: A Recipe for Life opens in The Gallery by General Motors in Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation May 20.
April 26, 2023
Day Out With Thomas™: The Color Tour is Heading to The Henry Ford for a Colorful Train Ride Adventure
All aboard! Thomas the Tank Engine, everyone’s favorite #1 blue engine is coming to town and bringing a colorful new spin to Day Out With Thomas events. For the first time ever, Thomas & Friends is celebrating the magic and beauty of color with Day Out With Thomas: The Color Tour.
April 17, 2023
The Henry Ford Acquires and will Preserve Selma, Alabama Home in which Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Planned the Selma-to-Montgomery Marches in 1965
The Henry Ford, a 250-acre cultural destination and National Historic Landmark in Dearborn, Michigan acquired and will preserve the Selma, Alabama home of Dr. and Mrs. Sullivan Jackson. The historic home, known as the Jackson House, served as a safe haven where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and others worked, collaborated, strategized and planned the Selma-to-Montgomery marches of 1965. The marches served as protests against the systemic racist policies within the south and raised awareness of the struggles black voters faced.
March 13, 2023
The Henry Ford Welcomes Ellen Hill Zeringue as Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer
The Henry Ford is pleased to welcome Ellen Hill Zeringue as Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer for the institution.
March 7, 2023
General Motors President Mark Reuss named Board Chair for The Henry Ford
The Henry Ford announced today that General Motors Company president Mark Reuss will succeed Evan Weiner as the institution’s new Board Chair. Weiner, a trustee for The Henry Ford for nearly 20 years, has served as Board Chair since 2009. He will remain a trustee with the institution.
January 10, 2023
Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation to Showcase A 1966 Volkswagen Deluxe Station Wagon “Micro Bus” as part of the Hagerty Drivers Foundation’s National Historic Vehicle Register Display
Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, in partnership with the Hagerty Drivers Foundation’s National Historic Vehicle Register, will welcome a rotating selection from the Register’s prestigious group of significant American automobiles. This special pop-up will showcase a new vehicle from the Register every six months. On January 14, the next vehicle to be featured is a 1966 Volkswagen Deluxe Station Wagon “Micro Bus,” the primary means of transportation for a couple at the forefront of the Civil Rights Movement in South Carolina.
P.R. Contacts
Wendy Metros
Director of Media and Film Relations
313-982-6125
WendyMe@TheHenryFord.org