The Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan, is an iconic destination for history buffs, innovation enthusiasts, and families alike. It’s part of The Henry Ford, a sprawling 250-acre campus that also includes Greenfield Village, the Ford Rouge Factory Tour, and the Benson Ford Research Center. The museum celebrates America’s spirit of innovation, ingenuity, and perseverance.
The Henry Ford Museum
20900 Oakwood Blvd
Dearborn
Michigan 48124
Daily 09:30 – 17:00
Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Days
Admission fee
Gift shop
The Henry Ford is located in Dearborn, Michigan on the corner of Village Road and Oakwood Boulevard, just west of the Southfield Freeway (M-39) and south of Michigan Avenue (US-12)
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With over 1.6 million visitors annually, The Henry Ford Museum is the largest indoor/outdoor museum in the United States.
What to Expect at The Henry Ford Museum:
- Famous Exhibits:
- Rosa Parks Bus: The actual bus where Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat, sparking the Civil Rights Movement.
- The Lincoln Chair: The chair President Abraham Lincoln was sitting in when he was assassinated at Ford’s Theatre.
- Presidential Vehicles: View iconic cars used by U.S. Presidents, including the limousine President Kennedy rode in on the day of his assassination.
- Historic Innovations: From the original Model T to modern advancements, the museum showcases America’s industrial and technological history.
- Interactive Displays:
- Learn about the evolution of flight, explore the history of trains, or discover the impact of power and energy.
- Unique Artifacts:
- The museum houses Thomas Edison’s laboratory, early Apple computers, and even Buckminster Fuller’s Dymaxion House.
Tips for Visiting:
- Plan Time for Greenfield Village: This outdoor attraction recreates historical periods with working farms, historic buildings, and even rides on Model Ts or a steam train.