James Cameron’s AVATAR: The Exhibition™ October 26, 2013 - January 26, 2014 James Cameron’s "AVATAR: The Exhibition” takes you deep into the world
of Pandora and the making of this extraordinary film. Here is your opportunity to fully
explore Pandora’s Na’vi inhabitants, the groundbreaking technology that brought the
blockbuster film to life, and the creative inspiration that fueled it all.
Visitors are immersed into AVATAR through interactive displays that allow you to:
Direct the three-dimensional orientation of a virtual camera and shoot a computer-rendered scene.
Perform on a virtual set that captures physical movements, and renders them real-time into a performance by a virtual character in a 3-D Pandoran environment
Interact with Touch tables to explore concept art used in creating AVATAR
Experience the Science of Bioluminescence used in AVATAR
Create your own plant life based on scientific/biological principles used in the film
Experience the intricacies of sound design for film in a simple, fun, and powerful way.
Personally experience being in the world of Pandora
Make plans now to visit James Cameron’s AVATAR: The Exhibition™ at Henry Ford Museum.
Dive Deep into the world of Pandora to get the ultimate AVATAR experience- see AVATAR the Special Edition: an IMAX 3D Experience in the The Henry Ford IMAX Theatre. Purchase your tickets for the IMAX and the Museum together and receive a buy one, get one ½ discount! This discount does not apply to online purchases for this exhibit. Please call our Call Center or come to a ticketing agent at The Henry Ford to use the Buy One, Get One ½ discount.
Holidays in Henry Ford Museum November 29, 2013 - January 5, 2014 Imagine a giant Christmas tree adorned with hundreds of precious ornaments, the perfect Santa and winter wonderland-bound toy trains. Experience these unforgettable moments for real during Holidays in Henry Ford Museum
Tinker. Hack. Invent. Saturdays December 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2013 The Henry Ford celebrates American ingenuity, resourcefulness and innovation in 2013. Join us as we welcome crafters, hobbyists, tinkerers and makers to Henry Ford Museum the last Saturday of each month. Learn their stories and how they make things. Activities will change monthly, from hands-on or how-to workshops to presentations, all free with museum admission or membership.
Macy's 2nd Mondays December December 9, 2013 (10am-noon) The greatest children’s outing in history! Inspire your little ones during Macy’s 2nd Mondays at The Henry Ford, held the second Monday of every month from 10am until noon. Enjoy specially facilitated children’s activities free of charge with admission or an annual member pass.
Macy's 2nd Mondays January January 13, 2014 (10am-noon) The greatest children’s outing in history! Inspire your little ones during Macy's 2nd Mondays, held the second Monday of every month in Henry Ford Museum from 10am until noon. Enjoy specially facilitated children’s activities free of charge with admission or an annual member pass.
Celebrate Black History! February 1-3, 5-9, 12-16, 19-23 and 26-28, 2014 Join us for our annual exploration of Black History in America. Fifty years ago, the very idea that an African American might be President was unimaginable. But from Africans brought here as slaves to modern-day visionaries who have changed the course of American history, the history of black Americans has been one filled with possibility and promise. As part of our annual exploration, Michigan Café is offering special menu items only available during Black History Month.
National Day of Courage February 3, 2014 (9:30am-5:00pm) The National Day of Courage commemorates the day in 1955 when Rosa Parks helped spark the modern civil rights movement. It’s a moment that etched itself into Americans’ moral history. At Henry Ford Museum, it is also an occasion to explore how Mrs. Parks’ singular act of courage continues to resonate today. We invite thought leaders from various walks of life to discuss the burning topics of the day — voting rights, immigration, social activism, women’s rights. This year, we examine the modern face of bullying and investigate the ways that society and individuals can stand up against it. National Day of Courage is one of those rare celebrations that is both inspiring and thought-provoking. And while you’re here, be sure to make time to visit the bus that Mrs. Parks made famous. It is now a revered part of our collection.
Local Roots Winter Evening Dining February 7, 2014 (Cash bar 6:30pm-9pm, Dinner 7pm) in Henry Ford Museum Baby it’s cold outside, but you can warm up in Henry Ford Museum with some soothing American comfort food. Lamy’s Diner is the backdrop as we explore traditional and modern foods in this genre. Prepared by our award-winning culinary staff, these locally sourced culinary adventures pay tribute to the farmers and regional food producers supported by The Henry Ford’s Local Roots food initiatives.
Macy's 2nd Mondays February February 10, 2014 (10am-noon) The greatest children’s outing in history! Inspire your little ones during Macy's 2nd Mondays at The Henry Ford, held the second Monday of every month from 10am until noon. Enjoy specially facilitated children’s activities free of charge with admission or an annual member pass.
Macy's 2nd Mondays March March 10, 2014 (10am-noon) The greatest children’s outing in history! Inspire your little ones during Macy's 2nd Mondays at The Henry Ford, held the second Monday of every month from 10am until noon. Enjoy specially facilitated children’s activities free of charge with admission or an annual member pass.
Macy's 2nd Mondays April April 14, 2014 (10am-noon) The greatest children’s outing in history! Inspire your little ones during Macy's 2nd Mondays at The Henry Ford, held the second Monday of every month from 10am until noon. Enjoy specially facilitated children’s activities free of charge with admission or an annual member pass.
Maker Faire Detroit July 26-27, 2014 (9:30am - 6pm) Robotics, electronics, rockets, food and fashion finds. If it’s made, it’s displayed at Maker Faire Detroit. The most happening event in Detroit, don’t miss this two-day, interactive and family-friendly event that takes arts, crafts, engineering, food, music, science and technology projects and the Do-It-Yourself (DIY) mindset to the next level. It’s a celebration of unbridled creativity and discovery that will blow your mind. Only at the home of innovation, The Henry Ford, July 27th and 28th.
