FAQs
Q: How do we get to The Henry Ford?
A: 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 Blvd exit; go north on Oakwood. The Henry Ford is 2 ½ miles from the exit on the corner of Village Rd and Oakwood Blvd
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 miles. At the first stop light, turn right onto Village Road (through the iron gates) and drive 3/4 miles. **** I-96 will be closed between Newburgh Road and US-24 Telegraph Road starting March 24 through October 2014.
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Q: What are the hours of The Henry Ford?
Henry Ford Museum |
Open 7 days a week, 9:30am-5:00pm |
Greenfield Village |
January 1-April 14, 2014 Closed for the Winter Season
April 15-November 2, 2014 Open 7 days a week, 9:30am-5pm
November 7-November 30, 2014 Open Friday-Sunday, 9:30am-5pm
December 1-December 31, 2014 Closed. The Village is open select nights during December 2014 for Holiday Nights in Greenfield
Village. |
IMAX Theatre |
Open daily with extended hours. See showtimes |
Ford Rouge
Factory Tour |
Monday-Saturday, Open 9:30am–5:00pm
Buses depart every 20 minutes, 9:20am-3:00pm |
Benson Ford Research Center |
Tuesday-Friday, Open 9:30am–5:00pm |
The Henry Ford is closed Thanksgiving and Christmas days.
Ford Rouge Factory Tour, IMAX Theatre and Benson Ford Research Center will be closed for a private event on January 27, 2014.
Q: How long does it take to visit Henry Ford Museum? Greenfield Village? Ford Rouge Factory Tour?
A: There is so much to see and do at the Henry Ford, there really is no set amount of time spent that will suit every visitor. We suggest combo tickets and a multi-day, multi-venue ticket if you are interested in a “deep dive” into all of our exhibitions and programs. However, you do not need much time at all to be inspired by our brand of History—a couple of well placed hours are all it takes for a great visit. Our easy trip planner or our interactive venue maps (see the home page of this website) are a great way to get an overview. (If you are visiting Ford Rouge Factory Tour, be sure to build in enough time for travel to and from the main campus of the Museum—count an extra hour, ½ hour each way.)
Q: How do I find out what special events are happening during my visit?
A: Use our "Plan your Visit" section of this site, or visit the calendar section for all current and future events here at The Henry Ford. You may also call the Call Center at (313) 982-6001 for more information.
Q: Is the facility handicap accessible and do you provide wheelchairs/scooters?
A: The Museum is wheelchair-accessible, however due to the historic nature of the Village many of our buildings, strollers and wheelchairs cannot enter all buildings in the Village. We have both wheelchair and electric scooters available for rental on a first come first serve basis. We do not take advanced reservations of wheelchairs/scooters.
Q: Does Greenfield close due to inclement weather?
A: Greenfield Village is a rain/snow or shine operation. No refunds or exchanges are issued by the Henry Ford due to weather. Greenfield Village does close from January 1st through April 14th due to seasonal cold and off season maintenance.
Q: How old is the village?
A: Greenfield Village was founded on October 21, 1929 as an educational and historic landmark, maintaining the buildings and stories of America’s past for future generations.
Q: May I bring my stroller, wheelchair or electric scooter to The Henry Ford?
A: Yes, you are welcome to bring your own children’s strollers, small wagons, wheelchairs or electric scooters (carts) into all venues of The Henry Ford. This equipment is also available to rent on a first-come, first-served basis. Upright scooters (Segways) are not allowed. We also do not allow bicycles, tricycles, recreational scooters, in-line skates or roller skates of any kind. For a list of all rules and regulations at The Henry Ford, please click here.
Q: Are pets allowed at The Henry Ford?
A: No, generally, pets are not allowed on premises. Service animals are allowed with certain exceptions. Please refer to our pet policy for more information.
Q: May I bring food or drink into The Henry Ford?
A: Yes, you are welcome to bring a small amount of food or beverage into The Henry Ford, however, we have many onsite vending, snack areas, and one of a kind restaurants to suit your needs. Outside alcohol is not allowed, but beer and wine are available for purchase daily and at many events.
Q: Do you need advanced reservations?
A: Advanced reservations are required for Groups of 15 or more and strongly recommended for the IMAX Theater. For smaller groups of guests visiting The Henry Ford Museum or Greenfield Village, no prior reservations are necessary. Please purchase your IMAX tickets either on our website or by calling our Call Center at (313) 982-6001. Group reservations must be made through our Call Center at the same number. The Henry Ford Call Center is open 7 days a week, 9:00am to 5:00pm.
For a full list of conduct guidelines while visiting The Henry Ford, please click here.