Experience the real-world application of green building design principles and goals. Step outside and see how balancing the needs of the environment, industry and society has made the Rouge complex a leader in sustainable design. Hear how the ecosystem of this industrial setting has been transformed and managed to create healthier soil, water and air. Inspire your students to have a positive impact on global environmental issues through their personal and household choices.
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program details
Location: Ford Rouge Factory Tour Program Length: 15 minutes Fee: FREE with Ford Rouge Factory Tour
admission
pricing
All activities are free with Rouge admission.
MEMBER SENIORS age 62 & up, $12
MEMBER ADULTS age 13-61, $12.75
MEMBER YOUTH age 5-12, $9.25
NON-MEMBER SENIORS, $14
NON-MEMBER ADULTS, $15
NON-MEMBER YOUTH, $11
CHILDREN 2 & under are free.
Parking is $5 per vehicle
curriculum connections
National Standards for Science Education Science as Inquiry, Science in Personal and Social Perspectives, Science and Technology, Life Sciences, History and Nature of Science Michigan Science Grade Level and High School Content Expectations 1 - E.ES.E.1 2 - E.FE.E.2 3 - E.ES.E.4, E.ES.E.5, E.SE.E.3 4 - L.EC.E.2 5 - L.EV.M.1 6 - L.EC.M.1, L.EC.M.4 7 - E.ES.M.1, E.ES.M.4, E.ES.M.8 9-12 - Biology
L3.p3, L3.p4, B3.4, B3.4x, B3.5x 9-12 - Earth
Science E2.4, E4.p1, E4.1
directions/maps
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).
The Henry Ford
20900 Oakwood Blvd.
Dearborn, MI 48124-5029
From the East or West via I-94:
Take I-94 to the Oakwood Boulevard exit; go north on Oakwood. The Henry Ford is 2.5 miles from the exit on the corner of Village Road and Oakwood Boulevard.
From the South via I-75:
Exit to northbound Southfield Freeway (M-39); drive 4.1 miles to Oakwood Boulevard (Exit 4). Left on Oakwood and drive 1.8 miles.
From the North via Southfield Road (or I-96):
Take Southfield Freeway (M-39) south 4.5 miles past I-96 and exit at Michigan avenue (Exit 6). Continue on the Southfield service drive (veer left) for .5 mile. At the first stoplight, turn right onto Village Road (through the iron gates) and drive .75 mile.
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