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Open-air museum · Dearborn, Michigan
Greenfield Village
An outdoor historic village with more than 80 buildings, such as Edison’s laboratory and the Wright brothers’ workshop, and Model T rides.
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About Greenfield Village
Greenfield Village is an outdoor museum beside the Henry Ford Museum, where Henry Ford assembled, beginning in the 1920s, historic houses, workshops and factories brought from various parts of the country. There are more than 80 buildings spread along tree-lined streets, with interpreters in period clothing.
There you’ll find Thomas Edison’s Menlo Park laboratory, reconstructed with original parts, the Wright brothers’ bicycle shop from Dayton, and the house where Henry Ford was born. There are working farms, glass, pottery and weaving workshops, and a steam train that circles the village.
Rides in a Ford Model T, on a carriage or on the old carousel are part of the visit, and children usually enjoy the farm areas with animals.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
Half a day to a full day.
Best time
From April to October, on open days; spring and early fall have pleasant temperatures for outdoor walking.
How to get there
In The Henry Ford complex, next to the museum, in Dearborn.
Tip
Wear comfortable shoes, as the village is large. The train and Model T rides require separate tickets; check operating days on the website.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Greenfield Village
When does Greenfield Village open?
From spring through fall, with special events at the end of the year; check the calendar on the website.
What to see in Greenfield Village?
Edison’s laboratory, the Wright brothers’ workshop, Henry Ford’s birthplace and the Model T ride.
Is Greenfield Village suitable for children?
Yes — it has farms, a steam train, a carousel and working workshops.