Event LocationHenry Ford Museum of American Innovation
Event DescriptionPresented by General Motors, the first comprehensive exhibition covering various forms of American auto racing, including stock car, sports car, drag racing, Indy car, hill climb and land-speed racing, is now open in Dearborn. The 24,000 square-foot exhibit provides visitors an in-depth look at the people, the experiences, the culture, the spectacle, the risks and the innovations centered in the world of American auto sports.
Event Date(s)Saturdays Running October 11, 2025 thru April 11, 2025 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Event LocationMichigan Military Technical & Historical Society, Eastpointe, MI
Event DescriptionAges 8 to 16, parents welcome to join in. For those who have never built a model, we give you a free snap-together kit to build and take home! All supplies such as tools, paint, glue, etc will be provided for those who bring their own model to build. Members of IPMS Warren model club will be there to help and teach modeling techniques For more info, contact Jim Ashford, 248.399.2386, or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Event TitleAchievement: African Americans' Accomplishments & Contributions in Automotive Exhibit
Event Date(s)On Display Now!
Event LocationAutomotive Hall of Fame, Dearborn, MI
Event DescriptionThe contributions Black Americans have made to the automotive industry have not been celebrated or even fully captured and shared. Very little effort has even been made to conduct the required research to identify the individuals, much less curate an exhibit on their accomplishments. The Automotive Hall of Fame recognizes that these are important stories that need to be told.
Event Date(s)Thursday, February 19th, 2026 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Event LocationStahl's Motors & Music Experience, New Baltimore, MI
Event DescriptionSee the museum in a different light! Stroll through the museum by the glow of neon lights! The overhead lights will be turned down for this special event. The focus will be on signs and lighted gas pumps during this event.
Event LocationSloan Museum of Discovery, Flint, MI
Event DescriptionThe new Distracted Driving interactive game helps drivers see the dangers of driving while distracted and emphasizes the important message of vehicle safety. The new exhibit was supported by a 2024 MotorCities Challenge Grant. Cellphones, text messages music, podcasts and other drivers on the road are introduced to your virtual vehicle while you play. The exhibit actually asks visitors to drive while simultaneously texting messages to friends. The resulting virtual accidents that take place have monetary “costs” assigned based on vehicle damage. Upon completing the course, visitors will see the costs of distracted driving, as well as receive messaging on the dangers of texting while driving. The Distracted Driving Simulator is located in the Museum's Durant Gallery and is free with general admission.
Event Date(s)Saturday, February 21st, 2026 at 3 p.m.
Event LocationR.E. Olds Transportation Museum, Lansing, MI
Event DescriptionR.E. Olds Transportation Museum will be hosting a lecture on the Oldsmobile Tornado. This discussion led by Dick Ruzzin who is a retired automobile executive from General Motors Design Staff. Mr. Ruzzin also the author of 2025 book titled, “Designing Dreams: Essays on the inside story of GM, Harley Earl and America’s Golden Automotive Age,” had a 40 year career as an automotive designer working on over 140 designs including the 1966 Oldsmobile Tornado.
Event TitleArsenal of Democracy: Homefront Detroit Lecture
Event Date(s)Sunday, February 22nd, 2026 at 2 p.m.
Event LocationMichigan Military Technical and Historical Society, Eastpointe, MI
Event DescriptionThe Michigan Military Technical & Historical Society will be hosting a lecture on The Arsenal of Democracy: Homefront Detroit. This lecture presented by Jeff Pollock will highlight the importance of the region to the Arsenal of Democracy and the war effort at large.
Event Date(s)Sunday, February 22nd, 2026 at 1 p.m.
Event LocationPackard Proving Grounds, Shelby Township, MI
Event DescriptionThe Packard Proving Grounds continues its Historical Speaker Series with “The Life of Dr. Bertha Van Hoosen.” This lecture presented by Samantha Lawrence will focus on the 59-year career of Dr. Van Hoosen who pioneered surgical techniques and founded the American Medical Women’s Association. Lectures at PPG are free for members and $5 for all others.
Event TitleJeep: The History of the World's Most Useful Vehicle
Event Date(s)Sunday, February 22nd, 2026 at 2 p.m.
Event LocationGilmore Car Museum, Hickory Corners, MI
Event DescriptionThe Gilmore Car Museum continues its Winter Lecture Series with a lecture on the Jeep. Known as the world’s most useful vehicle the history of the Jeep will be discussed by Bill Norris. Dating back to World War II the Jeep has long been both a popular and important vehicle to the history of the world.
Event Date(s)Saturday, February 28th, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.
Event LocationFord Piquet Plant, Detroit, MI
Event Description“Model Ts at Twilight” tours are an opportunity for weekend adventure and cultural enrichment in the Motor City. This docent-led experience of the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum explains how the Model T sparked a revolution in manufacturing and transportation, and also influenced social and cultural trends around the world. The birthplace of the Model T, this 122-year-old factory is a U.S. National Historic Landmark and Michigan Historic Site. Advance tickets are required for evening tours which include complimentary soda, adult beverages and snacks. Tours last approximately 75 minutes and guide guests through 20,000 square feet of exhibits and more than 65 rare antique vehicles. Tickets are $30 per person or $10 for museum members.
Event LocationFort Street Bridge Park, Detroit, MI
Event DescriptionMARCH ON! is an annual event that commemorates the legacy of the Ford Hunger March (AKA Ford Massacre) which took place on March 7, 1932. This year's event takes place on Saturday, March 7. Participants will muster at the Fort Street Bridge Park at 1 p.m. (corner of Fort St. and Denmark in SW Detroit). Then at 1:30, marchers will recreate the 1932 March up Miller Rd. to UAW Local 600. Around 2:30, a program will begin with music by Don “Doop” Duprie, Tony Paris and the Sugarburn.
