Despite the rain, this recent visit to Greenfield Village was good. Was drawn there due to recent…read moreaddition of The Jackson House. Relocated from Selma Alabama to Historic Greenfield Village, The Jackson Home served as a safe haven Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King and others during the Civil Rights Movement. It was a place of refuge and planning. In addition, saw a Civil War reenactment, and the reading of the Emancipation Proclamation at the Maddox Family Home.

In Greenfield Village, many of the buildings were very wooden and most were part of the early 20th…read morecentury. The horse pastures were very cute and heroic, as well as the steam shovel brings me back some childhood memories. Also, the houses that the people lived in were like an old school home and Winchester-like interior. Nevertheless, the steam train was 2x better as Van Saun County Park in NJ. What a wonderful sight!

An interesting, EPCOT-like factory tour…read more Bought a combination for the Ford Rouge Factory Tour and the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation. My favorite part of the tour was talking to the security guard who gave more insight into the assembly line. Took a 15 minute bus ride from the museum to the factory. Check the schedule as the buses do run on time. The factory tour has five stations. A movie, a laser Ford truck assembly show, the observation deck, the factory, a smallish room filled with a collection of Ford cars over the past century. The movie glossed over the beginnings of Henry Ford's inventions with an emphasis on the creation of an assembly line to cut down the time to build a car from 12 hours to 93 minutes. The moving part assembly line in Highland Park was super efficient. By breaking down the process to 84 steps and having stationary workers build each car, it really streamlined the process. This dropped the price of the Model T from $850 in 1908 to $260 in 1925 making the luxury vehicle affordable for an average family in America. Workers were paid $2.50 a day, but as the company became more profitable (and many workers were quitting due to boredom with monotonous tasks) the wages were increased to $5 a day. Ford had many conflicts with the Automobile Unions (UAW). Fights were physical and bloody. Graphic images released in the news in the 1930s turned public opinion against Ford. In the 1940s, he held out signing a Union contract until his wife Clara Ford threatened to leave him unless he signed a contract to stop the bloodshed. The 1941 UAW gave the workers the best benefits and wages at the time. The "assembly" laser 360 movie show was very EPCOT-like. Interesting, but not informative. The guide at the observation deck was very good. This is one of two places where photos were allowed. The elevated walk over the assembly line was self guided. Since they are very behind on construction, shift work is done on the weekends. Interesting to see the F-150s being assembled station by station. Spoke to a security guard who gave us insight into the safety gear needed, the energy efficient design of the building and how strikes and the union still advocate for workers salaries, working conditions and benefits. Otherwise, it would have been more like walking through another area with labels but limited explanation. No photos allowed here. The building is very interesting. No air conditioning, but the high ceilings allow heat to rise and the green roof with living plants make the building more climate controlled and energy efficient. Teams work in groups of 8 at each station. Lunch breaks are taken at the same. Key to know if you want to see the assembly line in action. The latest strike brought back more benefits. Workers wear eye protection and hearing protection. So interesting to learn more after asking questions. The last part of the self guided part of the tour brings you back to the main building for a view of cars like the Model A, the Thunderbird and the Mustang. Make sure to check the schedule to get a bus to go back to the Museum after the Ford Rouge Factory Tour is completed. An interesting tour, but not the best factory experience that I have taken.

The Ford Rouge Factory tour is an excellent experience and one worth taking if you are a car…read moreenthusiast or simply a history buff. If for nothing more, you can appreciate this tour for its showcase of manufacturing history. After all, the Ford vehicle is the father of automotive history. On the tour you'll learn about much of the owner's early labor standards and America's rich automotive industry history including defining moments like the establishment of labor unions, integrating technology on the assembly line, and community engagement. What makes this tour special is the building is not just a museum, but a real working truck factory located at the Ford Motor Company's Dearborn Truck Plant. On the tour you'll be able to view the vehicle assembly area. I recommend purchasing tour tickets online to see if discounts are available. Overall, a very good tour worth taking.

Great experience taking a Meditation Globe glass blowing class at the Glass Academy! Beautiful…read morespace, and fun to browse all the goods. The class itself was really fun, and was a great balance between being very hands on in crafting your own art piece while also being comfortably guided for safety and to make sure you make something that actually looks good so you'll enjoy what you take home. I would recommend to anyone looking for a unique experience or wanting to try a new art form! Only thing is that it's a fairly pricey experience, so might not plan on being a recurring activity.

This is a review of their customer Appreciation event. It was only one day and I knew it would be…read moreexercise for the Mastercard. But the deals make it worth going. I was one of many who did. I drew a slip for 20% off my purpose but shopping the website got 30% but you just choose the type of item not the one you pick from many. With my reusable shopping bag I got a few visits ago, I got another 5% off. I was also about to put my name in 3 drawings and depending on how much I brought, a free gift. It was hard choosing just a few items. I knew I wanted a snail and when I didn't see the color I wanted an employee went to where they had more and brought out 3 from I choose 1. The eggs was also something I didn't already have 1 from here so I picked 1 that looked cute on all sides. Even though I already had to purple pumpkin ( 1st thing I brought from here), I had to get a different style of pumpkin. I also grabbed a purple slug pin since I have one of those. When I checked out, I was given a slip to go to the free item with purchase and I brought enough to choose anything on the table. One had just the shape and feel of one of the chicks (everything was wrapped in paper so it was a surprise of what you were getting). It feels good to support a local craft business while getting items for your home that makes you smile. I have 8 of their works. Have to rest the Mastercard for a while but I will be back after that especially for their customer Appreciation day.

They make the creamiest latte here. Not sure if it is their technique or the milk they use but it…read moreis very good. Let me know if I am wrong. Sweets and bake goods are different everyday. Great coffee with friendly staffs. Plenty of art works to enjoy too

Great coffee.Beautiful art and baristas. It's worth a stop.I…read morehate being told how much to write.

The Henry Ford Centennial Library is a large, rectangular building…read more                 It is very imposing.  From Michigan Avenue there is a large entryway.  It is difficult to access it.  You need to drive around back and enter the building from there.                 It is finely designed and the white marble is striking in the sunlight or the rain.  It is very beautiful in the evening.  The interior is very interesting.  The entryway leads to a circular stairway which you must take if you are going to check out a book.  The checkout desk is on the second floor.  So is the reference desk.                 I didn't see the entire collection.  What I saw was a standard offering.  They have a LOT of books.  The building is as voluminous inside as you would expect after having it seen it from the outside.                 The clerks at the checkout desk were very happy to assist me.  I went to the Reference Desk and was also treated with respect and dignity - except for one clerk who we'll just assume was having a bad day.                 There is a fountain sculpture in the first floor lobby.  I caution you not to look at it while heading up the staircase or heading down the staircase.  Just thinking about it right now is making me dizzy - so think about it with caution too.  Otherwise it's a fine library.

this is the best library in the area by far. it's huge. great public space to do work in. lots of…read moreprivate meeting rooms and conference spaces

I was in Detroit for only 12 hours, so I didn't want to splurge on luxury, but I also didn't want…read moreto stay TOO close to the airport. This Allen Park hotel was a nice halfway point between the airport and where I needed to be. Welcoming lobby, clean rooms, easy for rideshare to access, and a comfortable bed. The surrounding area isn't pretty, located off a busy road, and breakfast was pretty no-frills, being basic microwaved bacon and eggs, but merely having a warm breakfast at all is a plus for budget-friendly hotels like this.

This hotel was nice and seemed clean upon arrival. The receptionist (Anna, I think!) was so…read morefriendly. The area felt safe. The breakfast was plentiful and fresh! The waffles and eggs in particular were really good. Our room was out conditioner in the shower, so that was a bummer. We also found a tiny worm on the floor in the pool area, so we cut our swim short after seeing that. Still giving this place 4 stars, because things happen and all in all, it was a comfortable stay.

My husband brought my daughter & I here to paint pottery. It was a cool experience. You pick your…read morepiece, pay, receive instruction, find a seat & paint. The space is clean. They had a decent amount of options to choose from. It is not a quick project, so expect to spend some time here. Prices start around $25. We were told 1-2 weeks to pick up the final project. I can't wait to see it. I would go back & paint again. It would be cool for groups as well.

My girls and I signed up for the Saturday pottery wheel class and it was such a fun experience…read more None of us have done an activity like this so it was pretty exciting. The class held about 12 people. Our instructor was so nice and patient. She helped everybody and left no student behind. It was so interesting to do! Our bowl shapes turned out pretty good! And we got to paint them! They'll contact us in 2-3 weeks when they're dry and finished

We visited Launch on Thanksgiving weekend, which was also the opening day. The business is very…read morenice and our kids loved the games. Launch has bowling, trampolines, an arcade, and more! They also serve food and have a bar. The bar was not available on opening day, but I'm sure that'll be a nice touch for some. The food service was a little slow, but it was their first day open, so I understand. The menu was nice. They offer pizza, chicken strips, very nice looking milkshakes and more. Would visit again for sure.

Beyond horrible staff and management! My sister was given a cancellation 4 hours before my nephew's…read morebirthday party. (No refund) The reason was "weather", but soon visiting the location there was a sign on the door saying it was shut down by the city. The manager called the night prior and to receive the rest of the payment knowing they were shut down. This place is bad business! The manager also n responded to a facebook post being rude and very unprofessional!

When we went to Detroit, MI for our cross country trip. The Henry Ford Museum was an absolutely…read moreexcellent place for various reasons: We went to the rogue factory on the first hour of our tour, where our guide discussed an amazing history of Henry Ford, the inventor of Ford vehicles himself. Later on, we went across the gangway and into a gigantic assembly line job site. There were workers who were building most popular trucks called F150s. They were really cool, but one of my dad's favorites of all time was the 1964 Mustang. Once the factory tour was over, we went into the museum, where a lot of exhibits showed us some old fashioned convertibles, horse-drawn carriages, 1890s style steam trains, and of course, a brief history of American Industry, including the Declaration of Independence. This place is definitely a must-visit. Very cool histories to be shown.

The Henry Ford Museum is truly massive with so much to see and explore. I was there for an Author…read moreTalk with Victoria Christopher Murray. Unfortunately her flight cancellation, prevented her arrival. The Henry Ford Museum was gracious to pivot and offer everyone FREE admission to the museum for our inconvenience. I thank my Yelp Bestie for an annual membership pass that she won for two people. I am truly grateful. This was a prime time to turn lemons into lemonade! We decided to check out the DaVinci special exhibition, shop the Museum Store and have lunch at the Plum Market Kitchen, too. The DaVinci exhibit was amazing. I had no idea of how many inventions Leonardo DaVinci made. I was only familiar with the Mona Lisa painting and the Safety Bridge. The Room of Mirrors was pretty cool. Check out their FREE APP for upcoming events and movie offerings - THF.org/ConnectApp. I plan to experience the curator-led audio tours on my next visit.

During our week of training at the Dearborn Inn, our organization scheduled Thursday night's dinner…read moreat the Henry Ford Estate (Fair Lane / Home of Clara & Henry Ford). As a novice of woodworking, I was blown-away by the intricate woodwork and finishings throughout the home. The three ladies that lead our tour of the home shared many interesting details about the property, its restoration, and details of Clara and Henry's years at the estate. Many of the restoration stories, like finding a tub for Henry's bathroom or how Clara had a section repainted white were intriguing. Even though much of the home, especially the second floor, is still being restored it was a fascinating experience.

The site here is open for limited hours and is fenced off from the surrounding university and…read moreparkland, which I guess is their right but which nonetheless was annoying for me as a visitor. There wasn't much actually open amongst the majestic-looking buildings while I was there, but the picnic area was hopping. The signage was bilingual-in English and Arabic-and what appeared to be a Yemeni wedding seemed to be taking place. The juxtaposition of the estate of an industrialist (or robber baron, or visionary, or racist, depending on your point of view) with a distinctive immigrant community makes for a striking reflection on Americana. The grounds include some gardens, and a lake with a path around it. Access to the river is limited, but it didn't look like that impressive of a river. The greenery is more worthwhile.