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Myles explores the Torch Lake cab

Greenfield Village opens this Saturday, April 14!

Opening day. Christmas in April. Whatever you call it…there’s only two days left until Greenfield Village opens for the 2012 season! We’re so excited to More

Apr 12 in Greenfield Village
Old and New Thomas

A great day out!

Once we made the turn onto Oakwood Boulevard and were in familiar territory, three-year-old Clifford started chanting in the softest whisper, “Thomas, Thomas, Thomas.” I More

May 1 in Greenfield Village
Sheep portrait

Winter in Greenfield Village: Fleeces are being shorn and beards are getting long at Firestone Farm!

There is a change in the air — without a doubt, spring is on the way, and with spring comes the promise of new lambs! More

Mar 22
Thomas Edison childhood photo

First known portrait of Thomas Alva Edison, circa 1851

Since Thomas Edison’s birthday happened to be this past Saturday (February 11), it made me think of this first known portrait of him. Even after More

Feb 15
Firestone beard competition - last shave - Feb. 2012

Winter in Greenfield Village: Firestone Farm beard competition – taking authenticity to a whole new level!

At Greenfield Village, we’re known for our commitment to authenticity at every level…and how!   Last Wednesday, our Firestone Farm staff members kicked off a More

Feb 9
Girl Scouts on Living Roof

Last chance for original Girl Scout badges at The Henry Ford!

This year at The Henry Ford, Girl Scouts will have a chance to make history while learning about history!   Last fall, in anticipation of More

Feb 8
Posing in this year's T-shirts

What will you discover?

As a parent who’s been a long-time Discovery Camp mom, I would like to say right from the start … What are you waiting for? More

Feb 7
Martha Firestone's shoes

More than meets the eye – a look at Benson Ford Research Center

Five miles of awesome. That pretty much sums up the Behind the Scenes Tour I took at Benson Ford Research Center. I confess, as many times More

Feb 6
September 2011 Ashley & Aaron -- Jim Shield's Photography

If it’s Wednesday, it must be your wedding photos

These are some of the great photos posted on our Facebook page after putting out the call asking brides, grooms and photographers to share favorite More

Jan 4
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Celebrating the holidays with the Giddings Family

    The Giddings Family Home was built around 1750 by John Giddings, a successful merchant, in Exeter, New Hampshire. Like most early American families, More

Dec 22
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