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The first Friday of each October is Manufacturing Day, a celebration of manufacturing and the ways it impacts our lives and communities. Manufacturing’s influence can be seen in countless products we rely on daily and the jobs it provides to American workers and beyond. This October, join The Henry Ford for a two-day celebration at the Ford Rouge Factory Tour.To mark Manufacturing Day, we will be amplifying the Factory Tour’s focus on manufacturing with supplementary activities, tip sheets and video resources to enrich your visit. Members save 15% on Ford Rouge Factory Tour tickets at https://www.thehenryford.org/current-events/calendar/manufacturing-day/.
🔧 THURSDAY, OCT. 3 🔧
⏰ 9:00 a.m. to 11:40 a.m. | Exclusive Access for Wayne County Students
On Thursday morning, Ford Rouge Factory Tour will be closed to the public and open exclusively for schools participating in Wayne County MFG Day.
Featured activities will include:
⚙️ Speak with an Engineer. Dearborn Truck Plant engineers will be on-site to talk with students about career possibilities in skilled trades.
⚙️ Ford Model e: How Cars are Connected Globally. Ford Model e technicians will be on-site showcasing how the software in an automobile connects globally and how it has defined the vehicle.
⚙️ Test Your RPM. This hands-on RPM challenge tests your strength against the powerful engines of a Ford F-150 Raptor. See how well you can hold up against Ford power!
⚙️ 3D Printing. 3D printing has become a critical component in the automobile industry. Learn about the history of 3D printing and see a 3D printer in action.
⏰ 11:40 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | Factory Tour Open to the Public
Tours begin with a bus ride from Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation. Purchase tickets online or in person at the museum Welcome Center. The last tour bus leaves at 3 p.m.
Featured activities will include:
⚙️ Test Your RPM. This hands-on RPM challenge tests your strength against the powerful engines of a Ford F-150 Raptor. See how well you can hold up against Ford power.
⚙️ 3D Printing. 3D printing has become a critical component in the automobile industry. Learn about the history of 3D printing and see a 3D printer in action.
🔧 FRIDAY, OCT. 4 🔧
⏰ 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | Factory Tour Open to the Public
Tours begin with a bus ride from Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation. Purchase tickets online or in person at the museum Welcome Center. The last tour bus leaves at 3 p.m.
Featured activities will include:
⚙️ Test Your RPM. This hands-on RPM challenge tests your strength against the powerful engines of a Ford F-150 Raptor. See how well you can hold up against Ford power!
⚙️ 3D Printing. 3D printing has become a critical component in the automobile industry. Learn about the history of 3D printing and see a 3D printer in action.
This event is supported by Ford Motor Company and SME.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Henry Ford, The Henry Ford Museum, 20900 Oakwood Blvd, Dearborn, MI 48124, United States,Dearborn, Michigan
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