Now through May 8th, 2022, guests to Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation can go back in time and relive the excitement of the space race, man’s first steps on the moon and more inside, Apollo: When We Went to the Moon. The limited-engagement exhibition examines the cultural, technological and political context of the Apollo era that inspired generations of Americans to reach for the stars.
With more than 100 objects and artifacts from the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, the exhibition explores the triumphs of human space exploration from the beginning of the heated space race to the collaborative spirit of the International Space Station, and on to the next giant leap–a return to the moon. Guests will see real pieces of the Apollo 11 lunar module, detailed scale models of the Apollo command module, authentic spacesuits, uniforms, and lunar maps. Audiences will also have the opportunity to experience an immersive launch simulation and pose for a photo in the lunar rover.
For more than 50 years, Apollo 11 has been a symbol of humankind’s desire to do something no one has ever done before. Apollo gives guests a chance to explore this innovative time through the eyes of the engineers and the boots of the astronauts who continue to rocket us forward.
Apollo: When We Went to the Moon is a touring exhibition co-produced by U.S. Space & Rocket Center and Flying Fish. Apollo is supported by Ford Motor Company Fund and Raytheon Technologies. Admission is free for members and included with Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation ticket purchase. For updates on hours, tickets and more, visit thf.org or follow The Henry Ford on social media @thehenryford.
About The Henry Ford Museum
Located in Dearborn, Michigan, The Henry Ford, a globally recognized destination, fosters inspiration and learning from hands-on encounters with artifacts that represent the most comprehensive collection anywhere focusing on innovation, ingenuity and resourcefulness in America. Its unique venues include Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, Greenfield Village, Ford Rouge Factory Tour, Benson Ford Research Center and Henry Ford Academy, a public charter high school. Together with its online presence at thf.org, its national television series The Henry Ford’s Innovation Nation and Invention Convention Worldwide, the growing affiliation of organizations fostering innovation, invention and entrepreneurship in K-12 students, The Henry Ford inspires individuals to unlock their potential and help shape a better future.
The Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation is open seven days a week 9:30am – 5pm. Daily entry tickets to the museum range from $20.25 – $27.
20900 Oakwood Boulevard, Dearborn, MI. www.thehenryford.org
