Home of American Innovation

Overview

Explore the rich history and inspiring stories that shaped America's future at The Henry Ford.

  • Containing 26 million artifacts, with more than 100,000 digitized for online access, The Henry Ford Archive of American Innovation™ is the greatest collection ever assembled documenting American innovation, ingenuity and resourcefulness.

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  • 4 must-see attractions. 250 acres of unexpected. 1 awe-inspiring experience.

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  • Explore resources for field trips and classroom resources, including professional development opportunities.

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Celebrate Black History & Black Futures

  • Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation
  • Feb 1-28, 2026
  • 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Join us at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation during Black History Month to reflect on the past, celebrate the present and commit to creating a more just future.
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DaVinci The Exhibition

DaVinci The Exhibition

  • The Gallery by General Motors
  • Oct 26, 2025-May 3, 2026
  • 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
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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Richie Jean Sherrod Jackson sits in front of her desk in her home office.

For Generations Yet Unborn

  • Near Your Place in Time
  • Feb 7, 2026-Jan 2027
  • 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
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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Close up view of a steam engine wheel

National Engineers Week Celebration

  • The Henry Ford
  • Feb 21-28, 2026
  • 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Engineers create new possibilities all the time, working together to develop new technologies, products and opportunities that change how we live. Let's inspire the next generation by celebrating all the ways engineers turn dreams into reality by reimagining what's possible.

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Denise McCluggage at Bahamas Speed Weeks, Nov-Dec 1959

Women's History Month

  • Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation
  • Mar 1-31, 2026
  • 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Join us at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation and Ford Rouge Factory Tour during Women's History Month to explore the boundary-breaking achievements of American women throughout history.
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Film

Blue Whales: Return of the Giants

  • Giant Screen Experience
  • Shows Daily
  • 35 minutes

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.

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Handmade: The Crafting of America

  • Collections Gallery
  • Mar 21, 2026-Jan 18, 2027
  • 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
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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Fabric swatch highlighted in the exhibition.

Fabric of America: Our Fashions, Textiles, and Technologies

  • The Gallery by General Motors
  • Jun 7-Sept 13, 2026
  • 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Drawing exclusively from The Henry Ford's collections, Fabric of America: Our Fashions, Textiles, and Technologies explores the deep connections between textiles and our shared history.
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Discover. Dream. Do.

Explore stories that have shaped the past and fuel the future at The Henry Ford.


Leave a Lasting Impression

  • The Experience of Innovation
    Overview

    The Experience of Innovation

    Located in Dearborn, Michigan, The Henry Ford is a National Historic Landmark that highlights 300 years of innovation and the spirit of American ingenuity.
    Exterior view of the Clocktower from the front lawn.
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    Host your Unforgettable Events

    Plan an unforgettable event at The Henry Ford Museum, Michigan's iconic venue. Enjoy stunning architecture and immerse your guests in its rich history
    Bridal party group photo under the DC 3 plane in Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation.

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Michaela - Birmingham, MI - August 2025

My wife and I visited the Museum with friends who live in Michigan ... We learned so much and we were constantly intrigued by the exhibits in the Museum ...There was so much to see and it was all interesting. I highly recommend the experience and look forward to returning in the future.

Jenilynne2017 - Willow Springs, MO - July 2023

My family loved this place! The Model T ride was wonderful and well worth the wait time. Every building had signs explaining their purpose and/or history or a costumed interpreter ... to provide information and answer questions.

2doglady - TN - August 2025

We had a very enjoyable time, thought the films were great, and really enjoyed seeing the cars on the assembly line. ... Highly recommend this activity as part of your visit to The Henry Ford Museum.

Angie - October 2025

This museum far exceeded our expectations. It’s absolutely massive! We spent about 5½ hours exploring and still didn’t see everything — it’s that big.
Family sits in a Model T at the dock, ready for their ride around Greenfield Village

Sswoger - Austintown, OH - June 2025

This was a place I've wanted to go to for many years, I was not disappointed ... Each place was unique and enjoyable ... The highlight of our visit was the rides in actual model T vehicles ... For me, this was a bucket list item that I can now finally cross off my list ...

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At the core of The Henry Ford’s mission is our unwavering commitment to inspire people of all ages and backgrounds to help shape a better future. Explore the many ways in which you can get involved and support our mission.
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One-of-a-kind Opportunities

  • Henry Ford Academy

    Henry Ford Academy

    Henry Ford Academy is a free charter high school where students have the one-of-a-kind opportunity to learn by doing in Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation and Greenfield Village.
    Exterior view of the Clocktower from the front lawn.
  • The Jackson Home

    The Jackson Home

    Help The Henry Ford bring the Jackson Home's story to life. Opening June 2026 in Greenfield Village. 
    Digital rendering of the outside of the Jackson Home

Latest News and Updates

A woman sits in a blue chair on a stage holding a microphone, while another woman to her right asks a question with an ASL interpreter

The Henry Ford Welcomes Author Dr. Jeanne Theoharis as part of MLK Day Weekend Commemoration

The Henry Ford will welcome guest speaker Dr. Jeanne Theoharis to present Reclaiming the Northern Black Freedom Struggle on Sunday, January 18, at the Anderson Theater at 2:00 p.m.
A floral print arm chair in a glass box, with an image of Martin Luther King Jr sitting in it in the background

Historic Chair Used by Dr. King Unveiled at The Henry Ford

To honor and celebrate the life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., The Henry Ford, for one day only, will unveil to the public a powerful and newly preserved artifact of the Civil Rights Movement: the floral upholstered living-room chair from the historic Jackson Home in Selma, Alabama — the very chair where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. sat during a pivotal moment in American history.
America 250

The Henry Ford Commemorates America’s 250th Anniversary

The Henry Ford will honor the nation's 250th birthday with America: 250 Years in the Making, a yearlong celebration exploring American innovation powered by people and purpose.
Interior of Scotch Settlement School during Holiday Nights in Greenfield Village. / Photo courtesy of Jeanine Miller.

Holiday Nights in Greenfield Village Returns for 18 Evenings This December

Experience the magic of the season at Holiday Nights in Greenfield Village, where more than 80 acres of wonder come to life with bustling yuletide cheer.
DaVinci The Exhibition

DaVinci The Exhibition Brings the Genius of Leonardo da Vinci to Life

The Henry Ford is set to unveil DaVinci The Exhibition, an exploration of the life and work of the ultimate Renaissance man. Opening on Sunday, October 26, 2025, and running through Sunday, May 3, 2026, this limited-time exhibition offers visitors a rare opportunity to step into the world of Leonardo da Vinci and experience his groundbreaking ideas across art, engineering, science, and more.
Carved pumpkins illuminated in front of the Webster Home in Greenfield Village

Hallowe'en in Greenfield Village Returns for its 45th season

The Henry Ford's premier October celebration, Hallowe'en in Greenfield Village, makes its return this fall.

Guests watch as cars drive by in the Past in Review parade.

Old Car Festival Returns to The Henry Ford September 6-7 in Greenfield Village

The Henry Ford will host Old Car Festival, America's longest-running antique car show, in Greenfield Village, September 6 & 7. Powered by Hagerty, Old Car Festival brings hundreds of vehicles from the 1890s through 1932 to Greenfield Village, where American history comes alive in the perfect setting.

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.

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