Greenfield Village

We bought combo tickets for their three must-sees - Greenfield Village, Henry Ford Museum of American Innovations and Ford Rouge Factory Tour. For Greenfield Village, the rides are fantastic. We did the train twice, and it was so cool to ride in a Model T. It was also amazing to see pottery making, printing and glass blowing. We didn’t have enough time for the whole village even though we entered around 11:30am.

Visited the Greenfield village yesterday while vintage car show days. What an amazing place for people who like history. Addison house and labs , Wright brothers house and bike shop. The staff were amazing in explaining the historian facts about the places. The car owners were great to talk with. Ended to take a tea lunch in the garden and it was another amazing experience.

Very spacious, lots to explore, lots to learn. Every time i go i learn something new even as an adult. Its wonderful for kids and adults just looking to “learn” something new or check out some vintage old school stuff. They often host events where you can watch them make breads, butter, they do baseball games and other stuff! Tickets are a tad pricey but if you go with a big group they do discounted tickets so its great for families and classes! Wear walking shoes and dress weather accordingly! Most the buildings are old and dont have AC! So bring a water bottle with ice if its hot!! Cafe prices are a tad high so pack a lunch. Custard ice cream and floats are affordable not much to choose from candy wise. The cookies were delicious, might try some coffee next time

A unique venue. Impossible to miss if you're around. It's a bit pricey but worth it. It can take you from 4 hours to the entire day. I recommend the section on Edison (listen to the fantastic tour guides in there, their stories and their use of original equipment -e.g. phonographs- makes it so special) and the section where they handcraft glass, pottery and other things. They are the best to my mind. It's just sad that the entry ticket does NOT cover for the train ride or the Ford-T ride, and that you have to pay extra for those. It was a pass for us.

Went with our elementary school and it is honestly more for adults than kids. Nothing kept the kids interested and you only get to see 2 rooms on the main floor of houses. The adults that work here are not kid friendly either. There isn’t anything that’s interactive or a kid friendly. All the kids wanted to spend the day playing at the playground that they had there or buy food from vendors. The cotton candy truck was the best!

We so enjoyed our day. Parking is not FREE, and did not see signs, suggesting fee. We asked about a Veterans discount, and sales young man did not know of any. He did thank me for my service. Just inside, by fountain, while studying the map, a Village train conductor, asked where we were headed. She gifted us 2 wristbands, which allowed us the upgraded 5 modes of transportation. We ate a hamburger at Stand 44 ($16) and had frozen custard. A Win day at Greenfield Village. Improvement on verbal directions, from cast and presenters is needed. Tickets bought online, are less than at the gate. Ron

I had no idea what to expect but was pleased with my experience. I enjoyed how many staff members there were. Once you walked in an exhibit they were there to share knowledge. I was surprised how the cars do not yield for pedestrians, so beware. Plenty of food options. We spent 2 hours but walked quickly and didn't read every sign.

🌿✨ I’ve been to Greenfield Village several times, and each visit is like stepping into a beautifully preserved time capsule. The antique streets, historical homes, and authentic imagery of early American life are simply breathtaking. From horse-drawn carriages to hands-on demonstrations, it’s an immersive journey through history that truly captures the imagination. It’s perfect for all ages, and I highly recommend bringing the whole family — you’ll leave inspired, educated, and grateful for the experience. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed! 🇺🇸🏡🕰️

Greenfield Village: Where My WAP Once Got Caught in a Butter Churn It started like any other five-star seasonal role. I was hired as a historical interpreter. I left as a local legend, folklore cautionary tale, and possibly the mother of a blacksmith's child. Greenfield Village says they want authenticity. But apparently, when you take that too far (like demanding to be called Lady Ophelia Balzac of Corktown and the Lower Rouge Pleasure Canal and refusing to break character for heatstroke), they call it "erratic behavior." Did I seduce a re-enactor from the Lexington Regulars' Fife & Drum Corps during Civil War Remembrance Days? Allegedly. Did I get caught using the cider press for something extremely beyond the pale? Define beyond the pale. Here's what really went down. I fully admit that I: - Brought my own corset. (Patent leather with a matching riding crop, big effin' deal.) - Insisted my character had "lady of ill repute tendencies." - Lit a clove cigarette off the hearth while loudly telling one of my fellow interpreters to "Eat me. Eat me raw." - Created an unofficial exhibit titled Turn-of-the-Century Kinks: A Sensual Journey through Time. - Sold "medicinal remedies and patented elixirs" out of my bodice (mostly Molly). Oh, and also rose hip lube and Civil War fan-fiction, including my magnum opus, "Hard Tack & Harder Men." - Insisted on packing heat. In my defense, the Derringers were very historically accurate. Did I need four of them on my person at all times in addition to a Bowie knife? Eh, perhaps not. More on that point later. Eventually, some hellacious bonnet trollop in the Tinsmith Shop ratted me out. It was probably Victoria... what a "See you next Tuesday." If I ever see her again, I'm f***ing her up on sight. I was put on probation and reassigned to the Edison Homestead hearth crew, where I dazzled with my traditional meatless meat pies and emotionally-charged lard sculptures. All was going well until I started droppin' plates in the scullery like it was 2001. They said it wasn't "period accurate." I said neither was Victoria's vape pen. They never followed up on that bit of intel, by the way. Any rate, on one excruciatingly hot summer afternoon, I got into it with Victoria in front of the St. Martha Mary Chapel about which one of us was on chamberpot duty. She mumbled something about me being a scarlet woman, to which I retorted, "Yeah? Well, at least I didn't f**k the manager for free carousel rides and Hobo bread!" What ensued was your typical mid-1800s cat-fight. Hair pulling. Bodice ripping. A firearm may have been discharged. Long story short, I was escorted off the premises by security (bunch of steam-powered mall cops), but not before flashing the Edison statue and declaring, "You'll never forget me, Tommy Boy! Not in this life, not in the next!" And you know what? They won't. To this day, the Lex crew still tells stories about my time there. How I'd show up after shifts wearing nothing but hoop skirts and regrets (you don't get the nickname "Nudith" overnight, you have to earn it). Man, those were the days. Greenfield Village may have banished me, but the legacy lives on in whispers, scandal, and one surviving wax mold of my nethers (currently mislabeled as "Mystery Candle - donor unknown" - ask the glassblowers, they'll know). Judith Merkintosh Former Interpreter Current Risk to Public Decency

Greenfield village is open from 9:30 to 5pm unless it a special holiday. It is over 80 acres of history and fun. They are also part of the Museums for All so you can pay $3 per person for tickets if you have WIC or SNAP/EBT. I think that is super amazing that they offer opportunities to everyone. They also charge $7 for the train ride and it takes 30 minutes to go all the way around. You park strollers and wagons in a parking area. They do have rides on carriages and Model T cars as well. When we walked in, we decided to go to the working farms first. We saw a lot of animals. They had two cute little piglets in the back area. We also walked around and saw a variety of historical buildings. One of my favorites was the Wright brothers. They had tons of little shop areas to eat food, custard, and candy. They even have stores where you can shop any buy things such as pottery. Overall, we had a great experience. If you want to eat indoors you can walk through the museum hallway and go to the Plum Market

Everything about our one day visit was excellent. The staff throughout the Village were cordial and extremely helpful. Expect to do lots of walking or, buy the Ride Pass so you can use the train or bus. Grab a map on your way in. Lots of history to be experienced in the Village. We enjoyed it all but by the end of the day, my eyes were tired from all the reading, and we were exhausted. Check the weather. If it's going to be hot, wear a hat and stay hydrated. One last thing; if you do buy the Ride Pass, go to the Model T ride FIRST. By the time we rode the train, there was a 45 minute wait to do the Model T. Great place and we envy those that live close enough to make a membership worthwhile.

We decided to rent electric scooters ($25 each) on a hot August day. Excellent move! I would have NEVER been able to enjoy the day on this huge property without them. The landscaping is beautiful and well cared for by the staff. Everyone is terrific. There is so much to see. Plan on at least a couple days if you want a deep dive into history; especially if you also want to go to the indoor museum.

It can take a couple of days to tour this place, it seems! The employees dress in period clothing band are all over friendly. We loved our time here. Be prepared to walk some, everything is spaced out. That's not a negative for us, simply an awareness.

Greenfield Village has stood the test of time! If you go early enough, the crowd is lighter. If you'd like to "go back in time" and see artifacts, this is your place. The village has ample space, a variety of buildings to visit, and experiences that you won't forget. It's more fun if you visit with others. Someone will see something you didn't notice and vice versa. If you haven't then make the time to go. There is plenty of parking, a few food options, but you may want to take your own lunch. One of the best parts of our last visit was seeing freshly made cotton candy. That was a blast from the past and the kids loved it.

Simply magnificent. Greenfield Village takes me back, not only to my elementary school field trips, but to a time I could never imagine living in. You can drive a Model T car, mail a post card from the post office, ride the Herschell-Spillman Carousel from 1913, have some yummy custard on a warm summer day. There is much to look at and learn here. It's great for all ages and a nice part of the Henry Ford Museum campus. There is a lot of ingenuity, brilliance, creativity, and drive that started right here...no pun intended. It's worth a visit every time!

My husband and I really enjoyed our day at Ford's Greenfield Village. It is an outdoor living museum. The staff are dressed in clothing specific to the time period of the early 1900's through about 1930's. The buildings are actually homes of people that inspired Henry Ford. There are childhood homes from the Orville and Wilbur Wright, Harvey Firestone as well as Henry Ford's. They have the actual home of Noah Webster, the author of the Webster dictionary. His house actually has an original first edition dictionary on display. They have volunteers or docents located in several of the buildings to educate on the history of the house or building. The museum has a working printing press of that time period. You can purchase the ride ticket so you can ride actual Model T's around the village or have the horse drawn bus to take you around town. You can also ride the actual steam locomotive taking you completely around the complex. I guarantee on your visit you will be immersed in history.

We had some time to kill and took our two boys out here we took them when they're younger and now they're a little bit older and it seemed like they got a little bit more out of it. It was pretty cool being able to connect the dots between what they learned in school and actually being inside the same buildings. It was a great day.

Spent a wonderful fall afternoon at Greenfield Village. It was my first time there and a fun experience as an adult without kids. Parking was easy (I went on a weekday) and it was easy to navigate. Can't wait to go to the museum next time.

What an amazing place! There's plenty of things to see and do here. There's 1914 Model T car rides as well as train rides for the kids (and adults if you're inclined). They have a resident glass blower with demonstrations. The building with the looms had people weaving things. They have a farm with a whole bunch of animals. They shear the sheep and then process the wool in a nearby building (carding) and then spin it into yarn. I'm not sure what they do with the yarn afterwards though. A large army of staff and volunteers man the village, and they're all very knowledgeable and passionate about their subject matter. One thing that I particularly found amusing was that Henry Ford bought the house that the Wright brother lived in. It's in Greenfield Village, and the actual site of the house in Dayton, Ohio is empty with a small facade to commorate the site. I love getting the custard during the summer, and they also have kettle corn, lemonade stands, and other food offerings.

This was also another experience that I was told I had to do when I was in the Detroit area. I did the museum first because I wanted it to warm up a bit before I spent the next couple hours outside wandering through Greenfield Village. Anyway we sort of just did a clockwise motion through the place. Started at the trades areas and went through the railroad and parlors and porches before winding around to Main Street and then to the Model T and Edison area. The trades stuff was pretty cool and there was lots of people there demonstrating how they do their work. The railroad thing was also kind of cool. Lots of people to talk to and give you information. The porches and parlors area was okay but a lot of the houses were closed unfortunately. And it got to the point where we were kind of walking past the guides after they greeted us because we didn't really want to have full-on conversations with every single person who worked there. We did not do the train ride around the park nor the ride in Model T cars. They wanted $7 to $12 for those and after spending over $40 per person to get in, not worth it in my opinion. luckily the one cheap thing was the custard. You could get a pretty decent size thing of custard for about $5 and that was the highlight of the food there. Give yourself a few hours but I would say I'm not in a hurry to return. Glad I got to see it though.

This was a better visit than I had in the past.I knew more what to expect so I was not surprised at the way it was laid out or the buildings or activities actually to depict a real village. One big add this time was that we got a very entertaining driver in the Model T ride in the auto activity. Last time the driver was quite different. The line moved quickly and we just lucked out for staff. Also, this time we did not try to eat a real meal here as the Cotswold Cottage is no longer serving, supposedly because of staffing issues but that is true elsewhere all over the country. We merely had a few snacks, a shared cotton candy and some shave ice. All we're about what you would expect . The carousel line was not as long as in the past and even I took a ride this time and left the filming of our group to another. The weaving exhibit was quite good and as a former weaver, I assure you their info was correct and they were demonstrating on authentic equipment. The glass blowing exhibit and activity was also comparable to what I have seen elsewhere. The restrooms were clean and available and the only very crowded area was the playground activities which we skipped this time. Since we went without much advance planning, we skipped the Thomas the train ride for the youngest this time as you do need advance tickets. But she has ridden it so many times before, it was not an issue. It is a decent project put together by Ford with their great wealth to develop. And if you like these historical parks, do try it.

It is an amazing museum featuring artifacts from earlier days in America. The museum is truly educational and a very pleasant place to learn.

Five star property. Over 230 acres and more than 100 building structures. My expectations of this place were surpassed. It's a very cute area to walk around. I recommend to buy tickets to ride a 1914 model t car around the property. Do the ride first, because you'll see the whole property. It will help guide your walk after. Also stop at the Sir John Bennett building where you can get coffee, cookies and candy. It's such a cute shop. The village and museum ticket get you access to the property and then to the museum. The model t tickets are separate.

I'll explain it the same way I explained it to my seven year old. Without the invention(s) of Henry Ford and Edison half of the things we have today, we wouldn't. Great to view history in living color, and live in person. A must visit

Love coming here! If you are in Michigan or visiting, this place is a must! History, great atmosphere and plenty of places to eat inside! Definitely try the Eagle Tavern for some old style dining and visit the custard stand for sure!! You will not be disappointed!

There is a lot to do at this place, and so much to say about it I feel like I could talk about it all day; however, I'm beginning to get a reputation on Yelp for long-winded reviews, so I won't do that. I will hit the highlights though. First off, if you've read any of my reviews you know that I loathe children.  It's very rare for them to be quiet and keep their filthy little digits off of everything; however, that doesn't seem to be the case here. Maybe it's because all the historical sites and museum bore them into a coma-like sleep, but the kids here are usually pretty good. Or maybe it's because there are more educated types that come to a place like this (museums, etc.), and they are more cognizant of what their progeny is doing and how loud they are. Whatever the case may be, the children here are more than tolerable, and it's nice to see some of them take an interest in the history here. Greenfield Village is very nice. Lots of quaint homes and places that inspired American ingenuity. For me, it's awe inspiring to come here and see how things were created. They have live actors portraying the Wright Brothers, and they delve into how they came up with their first flying machine. Then there's the Civil War reenactment, which only adds to the ambiance and cast of interesting people in attendance. It's only one weekend a year, but it's a definite must see. The car and train museum (inside at "The Henry Ford," which is the same museum but listed separately on Yelp) is awesome the first time you see it. The parade of past presidential cars and other automobiles. Admittedly, it is a bit tedious upon a second visit, but that's why you need to check out the special traveling works of art that come by. One special thing is when the holiday lights are up in Greenfield Village, which I have come to 4 different times with 4 different women (don't judge me!). I'm not an overly sensitive man, but there is a sense of old-time romance in the air when coming here during the Christmas season. If you take a carriage ride with your lady with those Christmas lights on, you're DEF getting some butt that night, my friend. Beyond the carriage ride, there's also train rides and rides in cars and buses that were amongst some of the first ever made. It's a great little piece of nostalgia, and unless it's a special weekend, the lines aren't too long. The IMAX theatre is nice (again, inside), but I wish they had more movies than just educational ones. It fits the overall theme, so I guess it works in that aspect. Glen, who worked the theater on my last visit was amazing, having my date & I laughing up a storm the entire time. Lastly, the food option truly leave a bit to be desired, but they are continually trying, which is appreciated. There's a place in Greenfield that sells sweet potato tots that are fantastic, but other than that the food selection is derivative and outdated. One place actually bases it's entire menu off of food from a specific time period. The thought is nice and the attempt is genuine, but that doesn't make the food taste great. It's very bland, but seemingly that is purposeful. One of the employees told me that the recipes are what they were over 100 years ago. I get trying to stay in character, but that's too much - get better vittles! At the end of the day, this is a great date place, a great place to take your kids, and a great place to come alone and learn something about American history and culture. If you come, just keep the kids in line please, and I'll see you on the carriage ride.

Brought a group of about 20 visiting from South Korea and Hamtramck. We split up and all got to see different things and enjoyed our visit. The train costs 7$ per person, but the cost is good for the whole day, as many trips as long or short as you want. The docents in the Edison area are really knowledgeable and were thrilled to have their speals translated for foreign teenagers. Lots of food to choose from at the Taste of History cafe style restaurant, even vegan options (salad, soup, red beans and rice, etc). If you're a day drinker they have hard cider available (which one of the monks I was with ordered by accident, lol). There are water fountains with bottle fillers throughout the place, bring a bottle from home and save some money. Drop off your party at the front in the designated area and go find parking to save a walk for all but your driver. Docking a star though because though it's 95 years old and a well oiled machine, there is room for improvement... I wish they had markers that matched the numbers on the maps to make navigation easier. And I wish that my rice at ToH wasn't crunchy.

A Detroit must-do, and especially charming during the winter. Great way to spend the day, especially for history lovers. Kid friendly activity. My favorite attraction is the merry-go-round.

My expectations were to see all about Ford Motor Company. But it was so much more! Once in the gates you are immediately transported back in time to the early days of the automobile and the steam engine. A working machine shop, glass blowing factory, printing shop, and many other things you would find in a city of the early days in the USA. I spent much longer here than I had originally planned. Definitely make this a place to visit, and plan to spend enough time to see every building and take a ride on the train and the model A cars. Well worth the visit.

Wonderful experience! Henry Ford assembled the homes of famous people, bringing the homes to Dearborn, Michigan. We saw the Wright Brothers' bicycle shop and home, moved here from Ohio. Thomas Edison's workshops from Menlo Park, NJ is here, along with slave cabins from Georgia and a New England home Robert Frost. The list of fascinating buildings goes on and on. The tour guides in each building are all knowledgeable and excited about conveying history. For those who prefer more action, there are many antique cars spinning around the streets you can be a passenger in. Don't miss this fantastic slice of American history!

Beautiful scenery & history to learn about (ex. the house Henry Ford grew-up in / the house Thomas Edison invented the light bulb in), So much to see; steam train rides, huge carousel, large play structure for kids, carriage rides, food stands throughout-lemonade stands, kettle corn, ice cream & much more. Also lots of bathrooms throughout. Tons of walking bring comfy shoes. I brought a backpack, waters, snacks in with no problems. You will never cover the whole place in a day. You could spend 1/2 of a summer there learning everything & exploring. So many cool trinkets, equip. & houses from the past. There were lines for everything I listed above but they went pretty quick 20 min's max-guess that depends how busy though. I would highly recommend. Haven't been back since I was a kid & loved it. My 9yo son also loved, was for school field trip. They all loved it. There are summer passes available. I'd recommend getting train or carousel tix prior so you can by-pass lines. All in all awesome day trip!

Don't waste your money. They had security and a Dearborn Police throw myself and my two children out of the villlage after my ten year old autistic son briefly took his shoes off and wasn't "minding" according to worker Glen's standards. Paid $315 for a membership today at 4pm and we were kicked out after 45 minutes in the village while at the children's playground. Glen was very aggressive, antagonistic and racist. His boss Kevin was useless and told me he is standing by his employee because he has worked there for years and never had a problem with him arguing with guests.I find that highly doubtful considering my interaction with Glen. He should not be in an area with children. As soon as we showed up, he shouted at me, pointing his finger, "you have fifteen minutes!" They were closing soon. I have found in my personal experience working with people that the longer an employee has been with a company, the more likely they are to act out and treat people rudely. They think their years of service has made them invincible and entitled. We will not be back. Glen and Kevin need some training on how to work with the public. Glen brought race into it which I found very offensive. I am going to dispute this membership with my credit card company. They need to be more tolerant, patient, and understanding to those parenting a disabled child. Am I not supposed to bring my children anywhere? We were at a children's playground, not a ride or exhibit. Calling the police was overkill. My son was doing what the other kids were doing and he singled us out. I would guess this worker is around eighty years old. His irritable behavior (personality change) may be early age related cognitive decline.

3 of us visited Greenfield Village in May 2021 as a family. I hadn't been there in over 15 years. We spent 4.5 hours and saw over 80% of the place. The idea was by Henry Ford to recreate history over time periods ranging from 1700 to about 1910. There are several sections that flow into one another. The main strip in the middle is called "Main Street" with several period buildings such as the house Henry Ford was born in, a replica of the original Ford Motor Company, the Wright Brothers cycle shop, and home, and a few others. Off Main Street to the left is a section with a farm, and a section with trades of the day (glass blowing, weaving, etc.). Off Main Street to the right is a section with Thomas Edison's shops, homes from the 18th and 19th century, and a variety of buildings from centuries ago. Nearly every building had a knowledgeable volunteer that willingly put us "back in time". They told the story of life in that era relative to the building or property. They are passionate about sharing what they know. There's a scenic train ride that circles the property. We even saw horse and buggies throughout... Overall, my app says I covered 3.5 miles...

I've gotten so much out of my membership in the pandemic. Sometimes I even visit at lunch on a weekday because It's so close by and I can get a great walk in. The special events make a membership more than worth the value if you can get in just a few visits in one year. Every visit, I try to see or learn something new, and I'm rarely disappointed. Greenfield Village is a great place to explore - learn a little history, take in the gorgeous gardens and surroundings or just take a moment to step back in time. Plus, the Village is a very unique place to take out of town guests - it's truly a gem to be proud of. As I'm trying to get more fit, I have a daily step count I want to reach and my Henry Ford membership has helped to make that happen. I hate walking on a treadmill and prefer to see things as I walk - Greenfield Village is the perfect place to explore in the summer, while the Museum is great for the winter. For that reason, I've really loved the Member strolling and Member picnic days this year, when the grounds are open while the rest of the Village is closed. I appreciate that they've opened up the Village for this purpose when they would otherwise close completely due to the staffing shortages.

These are some pictures from Halloween nights at Greenfield Village. Currently getting ready to go again tonight. This is such a family friendly environment. The village puts in so much effort for this definitely a great time to check it out during Halloween.

Love this place. A great spot for all ages.. Lots to learn about. A trip through history. Steam locomotive, horse and buggy rides, antique car rides, a carousel, glass blowing shop, pottery shop, and more. Easy to walk everywhere. Lots of buildings that once belonged to Henry Ford, Thomas Edison, Noah Webster, And many others. Here you will find working farms, the Wright Brothers cycle shop, a Cotswold village, a Robert Frost home, and many, many more. Come for a day or buy a annual membership and come back again and again. This is definitely a go to place in my book.

We have really enjoyed coming to Greenfield Village over the years. Our kids have found different pieces to enjoy as they've grown older, though much of the fun is the same every time. It's the place where they tried walking on stilts, watched an old-rules baseball game, ridden in the Model T's and on the train fueled with coal. They've tried new foods, watched wildlife, and been enthralled watching glass being blown and pottery painting. We've brought each of our foreign exchange students here and we have all learned and enjoyed our time spent together here.

Absolutely LOVE Greenfield Village - a Michigan staple! This is such a unique, albeit a bit random of a place, but definitely a must-go for children and I'd highly recommend visiting for a refresh on the education as an adult too, as I just recently did! :) As an adult, I quickly realized that Greenfield Village is super random because tons of the things here have nothing to even do with Michigan, which I think I always thought it did, but rather in a general theme of "innovation" that Henry Ford & fam were big into! But all of that regardless, it was still so interesting to tour. The village is HUGE and if you want to cover all of it thoroughly, I definitely recommend you going as early as possible and also on a day that hopefully isn't too hot either! I would also highly encourage you to listen closely to what all the employees have to say about each building you're entering and to ask all the questions you may have. You truly get to learn so much and it is an educational & super fun day at Greenfield this way! :) Props to my good friend who used to work at Greenfield, it felt like we got a private tour of it because she was able to tell us a LOT about all the places we were going and about the overall structure of the village as well. I have no tips on which direction you should start because I just think every street/part we went to was so interesting that all of it is a must-see. I was particularly obsessed with the glass blowing demonstration though and that was such a treat to see IRL! I love that so much of Greenfield is sustainable as well. They grow a lot of their own produce to can, ferment, use as dyes, etc. and also take care of all this special, extra-wrinkly Merino sheep, whose wool is used in the products they make too. All the art houses house actual artists that create actual goods that they then sell in the gift shops too, so if you like what you see in the ceramics or glassblowing or sewing houses, hurry on over to the gift shop to snag some of the goodies! :) Oh and they have an actual baseball team that plays at the baseball field located inside Greenfield as well against other old-timey cute baseball teams around Michigan as well! Like...how cute is that?! We happen to see that during our tour and they had a whole marching band parading them down the streets of Greenfield over to the baseball diamond as well to promote it! It was such fun to see and really got you in the spirit of the day and vibes of Greenfield. :) I am particularly looking forward to the farmers market that they are currently still building. That will be so interesting to see how it functions within the Greenfield Village space and I can't wait to come check it out when it's open! I've also heard wonderful things about the village at Halloween and Christmastime and am definitely wanting to check it out again during those times as well! :) See you again soon, Greenfield!

We were visiting from out of town and a friend recommended we check this place out. This is such an awesome place for people who love history. Even if you aren't this place is still pretty incredible. The fact they have 1 of 3 still running busses from ... I forgot the year is pretty cool and you can ride in them. We got to ride in Ford Model T. I wished my Grandma was still alive to tell her about it. All the stories she had about her car it just brought back memories of all her stories. While riding in it i felt like i was living all the stories she told me. It was crazy what all they had to do to drive them. Not as convenient as cars now. They have the carousel from the 1913 world fair that is still working! You can ride it! When I first got on I noticed everything was made of wood and handpainted. It was cool to be able to ride on a piece of history like that. My favorite building was the castle one. It was so pretty. It looked like something from a fairy tale. We grabbed ice cream at the ice cream shop it was very good. The bathrooms were clean. It was an awesome experience i felt like i was transported back in time. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting.

This review is for Holiday Nights during COVID-19. Holiday Nights is going back in time to the holidays in the 1880s. We weren't sure if it would be worth it to go to Holiday Nights during coronavirus as many of the attractions were not available. Such as: ice-skating, horse-drawn carriage rides, Model T rides, and no indoor food options. However, since we have been cooped up for 9 months, we decided to eat the costs and go. We bought tickets online and tickets go quick - the day tickets went on sale for the public/non-members the Saturdays were already gone. We got a Friday ticket but only had a slot time of 7p. They stagger ticket times for entry and 7p was the latest entry. The park closes at 10p, so we only had 3 hours to explore. I will say by 10p we did not see everything we wanted. Tickets are a pricey $30/per person and a $6 parking fee. The day of the event we parked which was very far away, but I noticed they did have handicap parking closer to the entrance. Citizen Bank was in the entrance passing out candy canes and reminding you that they helped sponsor the event. Even though this Holiday Nights was a washed down version, we still saw a ton of stuff and enjoyed ourselves. The place didn't feel alive though - just a bizarre feeling with everyone in masks, including the performers. However, the performers did a good job with caroling, wishing guests Merry Christmas, and sharing the history of buildings. We even got to see a turkey being cooked in one of the homes and hear all about how food played its role to Victorian families. The staff actually makes the food that is being presented on the tables in the homes - so cool! The crowds? I would say there wasn't many crowds, other then standing in line waiting for food. We went to some places where there wasn't a soul in sight. This was a nice pace compared to years past. Another perk was going into the houses all by yourself - you aren't crowded with a ton of people trying to check out the insides of the houses or other indoor attractions. A staff member would count parties and stop people from going in until the party ahead was done. Food wise - was a bit disappointing regarding the lack of options. Don't expect to go and get a warm big meal. They did have pop up food tents like a hot ham or beef sandwich, cold options like cheese and crackers, candied nuts, frozen custard (being a Michigander you know that you don't flinch with having ice cream in the cold), and beverages that you could add spirits to. We spent about $45 total in food/drink and were happy with our ham sandwich and soup - very good and the ham was real ham, not deli meat. There were picnic tables with heaters along with bonfires to try to keep people warm while eating. My favorite parts - the covered bridge that was colored with lights inside and blasting holiday music and of course the fireworks that go off at 950p. I would come back another year when hopefully Rona is a memory of the past and we can enjoy all that Holiday Nights has to offer. If you like learning about history, then this place is a must for you. If you have kids and aren't sure if they will be bored - they won't! Crafts and other activities were geared toward families - and of course Santa is there! Ps. Dress warm! Like long-underwear, double/triple socks, gloves, hats, the works. You are outside for most of the time and the weather can be brutal.

SERVICE: 5 FOOD QUALITY: 4 DRINK QUALITY: N/A ORDER TIME: 3 AESTHETICS: 5 NOISE LEVEL: 5 MENU SELECTION: 5 OVERALL EXPERIENCE: 4.5 This place is absolutely amazing. Food is overpriced but decent. If you wait till mid afternoon the lines will be very very long. This is an entire day trip with a ton of must sees. Our favorite was the baseball game, and model-t ride. If you live in this town or are visiting you should not miss this village.

I love this place. Each year I switch up our memberships and decided to get one for us since they had the Scooby display at the museum. The kids have been coming here since they were babies as have I. It is not only a great place to learn about some interesting history, it is a wonderful place to be outside, walk around, and get away from screen time. I always get the ride package. That way the kids can always get unlimited merry-go-round rides, we love the trains, the model-T's, and horses. You cannot come here without getting the custard which always melts down my arm. I am very sad that they have not brought back the tea at the cottage since that was my favorite, but you can still see the cottage with the English gardens. I love coming here in the Fall and seeing all of the decorations. My kids are too big for the playground, but that is a fantastic one for those with 12 and under children. My kids still like doing the activities on the lawn and listening to the music being played under the big trees. If you like baseball they play every weekend in the summer. Such a marvelous place to have in Michigan and a must see must experience if you live here or are just visiting.

Highly recommend visiting Greenfield village beside Henry Ford museum. There are so mamy houses of famous people (Webster, Thomas A Edison, Henry Ford, Wright brothers). I learned so much about the life of these people from the way they live their lives. It reminds me how ordinary they are - yet it is very encouraging that ordinary people can do extraordinary things :) as Edison said, nothing that he does is by accident, everything is a result of work. I would recommend spending a whole day in this place - there is so much to see and learn! The scope of what is covered in this place is huge! This village is created my Ford as he wants to appreciate the lives of the ordinary people around him who have inspired the person he has become. You will leave feeling inspired by the stories of how ordinary people become extraordinary by doing small things wih great love and commitment. Tickets as of 7/27 were $28 just for the village. They have promotions if you also get the Henry Ford museum entry. However, I would recommend spending a whole day here so you don't feel too rushed. PS: most of the houses/building attractions are staffed with GREAT storytellers. You will not get bored! They remind me that history is not about wars and inventions, but about PEOPLE and the life they lived.

Great place for kids and history buffs. There are a lot of interesting points of historical interest at the village. Plus there is a nice playground and activities for kids and adults. Staff was showing visitors different games and how to walk on stilts. The carousel is nice.

Absolute horrible experiance. Worst customer experinace I have ever encountered. Dirty. Staff is very rude.

Had an amazing time at the village today. It was neat to see artists scratching into the pottery to crate designs. They also had some artists creating glass nearby. Very cool that they make their own wares in house.

The experience was a disappointment compared to past visits. Even though we've visited many times before and live in the area, I always expect to learn something new when talking with the museum staff. Some of the staff members were welcoming and some were well-practiced in the use of microaggressions. Many were missing. The price of admission has doubled in recent years, but less than half of the exhibits were staffed and open. There is new construction on the grounds, and the cleanliness is good. However, the cost of the food is not reflected in the quality or service. A cold dry biscuit with a dollop of jam in a plastic cup for $4.95 plus tax - served by a teenager who finishes his text first and neglects to wash his hands, does not scream "Please come again." Though the rest of the cafeteria meal was good as well as 'good and expensive.' As well, the number of African-American families visiting the village has significantly declined. We got there after noon on a Friday and stayed until closing. But, we did not see one other face on the museum grounds that looked like ours. There was one Black kid that could be seen on the soccer field of the public school operating on the museum grounds though. It is never good to be among so few people of color that others are emboldened to constantly stare. Unfortunately, in Michigan, outside of the city, this may be a reality. What is uncommon, is the new increased, and unfriendly-looking museum security personnel who all focus plenty of attention on my family. From ticket workers to bathroom cleaners, from classic car drivers to animal handlers and maintenance persons, not one Black, Hispanic, or Asian. And, most organizations have at least ONE Asian. It was an overpriced visit with less than half the services and loads of sideways glances. Our family has visited attractions in every state in the U.S. including Alaska and Hawaii. So, we've seen a lot. I think our family will join the majority of minorities who seem to be anywhere but Greenfield Village.

Thank goodness these buildings were saved So much was destroyed by urban renewal from the great society and in the case of my hometown turned into empty parking lots after manufacturing was offshored

This place is awesome!! Be prepared to walk, A LOT! And be wear comfortable shoes. There are so many neat things to see and learn about from - all things Henry Ford, see Thomas Edison's invention lab, visit the Wright Brothers bicycle shop, visit George Washington Carver's cabin, see how the early weaving machines paved the way for technology - there are sooo many historical pieces and places to visit. Also there are different things you can ride [have to add a ride pass to your ticket] such as a train around the village or hop in a Model T. We got there at 9:30am and finished up around 1pm - you could probably spend a whole day or two, but our goal was to visit Greenfield village and the Henry Ford museum in a day. There are lots of places to grab lunch/snacks/drinks - we packed, to save time. They allow you to being in food/coolers. TIP: get the refillable cup for $4.95 - trust me on a hot day, it is worth its weight in gold. We did unsweetened iced tea refils, I had to have filled it more than 5x in the 90* heat. This way you just have to carry a cup and dont have to lug a cooler around.

We are repeat annual members. We absolutely love this place. We take the grandkids often. Today we went to the museum. Are at the market and the food was good. Museum did not disappoint. Loved the evil Disney experience. Would like to have gone to the village but nothing was open other than strolling the village. Can't wait until baseball comes back next season. Always enjoy the games.

We enjoyed walking through history and viewing the boyhood home of Henry Ford and birthplace. We enjoyed the trade stores of a earlier period in time including the weaving shop, printing office, glass shop and glass blowing, pottery shop, cider mill, and blacksmith shop. We arrived about 10 am and left right at 4 pm. We took a leisurely pace and saw everything. We ate lunch at a taste of history for sandwiches and hotdog for my son. There was a section of Thomas Edison exhibits which included Edison Illuminating, Menlo Park Complex, and his Fort Myers Laboratory. There also were many period schoolhouse in Greenfield Village. There were the homes of Robert Frost, Chapman home, Giddings family home, Plympton family home, Noah Webster home, Wright home, and Henry Ford birthplace. There were farmhouses and a period working Farm. Also we saw sawmills and gristmill and a covered bridge. There also were many period stores such as a general store, Wright cycle shop, Cohen Millinery shop, carriage shop, and a boarding house. There was a children's play area and a carousel. They had a Susquehanna Plantation and a English cottage. The Heinz House had a history of Heinz products. The Ford Motor Company building had a model T and movies highlighting the factory and production. There was much to see and you could ride in a Model T for a price of $8.00 and the Carousel was $3.00 to ride. We enjoyed our time here and purchased the season pass for the museum and Greenfield Village.

They omitted the mention of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. from the train tour script. As if the civil rights meetings he held in that building along the train route were not important. Before it was omitted the train conductor literally mumbled that part of the tour and said "he did some stuff" and hurried through that specific piece of history. I've taken this tour many times and that is the ONLY part the tour guide does that to.

Lots to do here! A definite must for Edison enthusiasts! Greenfield Village can be seen in a day. I highly recommend that you take time to hear the information the staff and docents have to offer. They are very knowledgeable and have great stories to tell. While the history and learning about the purpose of each building may appeal more to adults, there is a large playground and also a carousel for kids. Wear comfortable shoes!

In the past few years, I have been a fan of going to Greenfield Village due to many historical events including many historical reenactments that were easy to understand, enjoy, and to learn. I have enjoyed the Civil War Reenactment in the past where you could learn about the history of the Civil War, Ragtime Street Fair for understanding the Ragtime era including the music, and many others. Also they use to have many good historical plays like How I got Over about slave folk tales, Laura's Little Town about Laura Ingall's Wilder, Home with Kitty Hawk about the Wright Brothers, Simply Broadway where singers would sing some of the highlights of Broadway song. .. After the pandemic had changed many things for Greenfield Village like no civil war reenactment, no Ragtime street fair, and many of the plays that I listed are gone and also the environment at the Greenfield Village has become harder for me. Also what is hard is the website doesn't explain if there will be any activities or if there will be some plays that will happen and even if you call them there is no one to reach or to respond to your answer. Also to mention is that there are still some historical plays in the currently new normal era, but it isn't advertise well to the public or there can be misguided information. Also another thing to mention is that in Greenfield Village some staff members including some performers get hard on people recording around the Village or some performances which can make it hard to enjoy learning or have good memories or to even remember facts that is hard to learn or even remember after you visit. Another thing to add is sometimes the presenters can get hard when you have trouble understanding a topic about some history. As a person with autism with a learning disability, I struggle to comprehend on learning different advanced subjects, sometimes it's hard to communicate my thoughts or ask questions to better learn about things, and many others. I like recording these things at the Village or asks questions without feeling embarrassed for not being about to process information to help better improve my comprehension and for my own enjoyment or even to help spread the importance of education, but I get discouraged when staff members or performers get aggressive on me. Also it can be expensive on visiting Greenfield Village including TheHenryFord where it cost $38 for adults, $34 for seniors, and many others. However getting membership can help you save money and using your membership can help you get a discount on food or getting things at the gift shop. Here are some of the pros of visiting Greenfield Village, Explore the historical buildings where you can learn history some of the reen actors or performers who do some historical plays or events do an excellent job and is engaging to learn You can ride the train or do the model T (but the Model T lines are long so give yourself extra time or arrive there when it opens early) Here are some of my ideas that I would like Greenfield Village to improve like have more historical events to promote diversity of people from different backgrounds (Native Americans, Asian Americans, African Americans, people with disabilities, Latinos or Mexican American) to highlight their contribution to our society or history. be flexible on letting people record around the Village to better educate themselves or to spread the word about rising the Greenfield Village Hire along with better pay for reen actors or people that are in history career to help better improve educating the public about history. Create more diverse historical plays to help engage people including children to learn Also give discounts to people including families who are poor or low income so they can get access to learning. lower admission prices to help give people better access to a museum. improve accommodations for people with disabilities including people with autism spectrum or a learning disability to better assist them to enjoy learning. In conclusion, Greenfield Village is a great place to learn history and that there are some things that you can do to learn and explore. I appreciate many of the presenters including reen actors that work hard to try to educate people on history through plays or lecturing.. However it needs to be better improvements on Greenfield Village to make it a balanced, fair, and diverse ways to learn when its can be hard getting good access to an education or if there are challenges on reading materials. Also Greenfield Village needs to work on better to have diversity to highlight many people from different background or famous people that have made contributions to better improve society. be compassionate about people who can't afford the price to visit a museum, people who have challenges on learning different materials, and people with disabilities. I hope that this review with concerns can be helpful to many people

I love this place all year and all parts of it. The museum I could get lost in for hours, the Rouge plant is so cool and the village is fun during the balmy summer to the cold chill of winter. We did the greenfield lights tonight and it was bitterly cold but there were outdoor fires to warm up for a minute or two, an indoor warming tent and many of the buildings and shops in the village were open until 10pm and were heated by functioning stoves. The village is by far my favorite to stroll through and I can see why Henry in his later years retreated to the village and strolled endlessly to pass his days. The Ford Motor Company building was closed tonight but well lighted for some pics, the childhood home was a very cozy waltz into his past. The shops are teeming with so much intriguing craft and books and all.

6 stars! Incredible journey of Henry Ford's factory and the village is a winter, wonder-land. Lots of space. Horse with carriages and friendly drivers. The homes are surreal. You feel like you are back in the 1940s and glamor exists throughout the village. The horse merry go round is a treat to all ages. The lake is bountiful and allows for those to mesmerize a period of tranquility and relation. The geese that surround the village are a treat for all eyes to see. Go there! Tickets are cheap! Great for families! A hold mine for Dearborn! Incredible trains, automobiles and airplanes!

Halloween Nights is a Great Annual Event that is so much Fun!! Hope we get better weather next year. But Rain or Shine this is a must attend annual #DateNight