About MotorCities
MotorCities National Heritage Area is an affiliate of the National Park Service dedicated to preserving, interpreting and promoting the automotive and labor heritage of the State of Michigan.

National Heritage Areas are places where natural, cultural, historic and scenic resources combine to form a cohesive, nationally important landscape arising from patterns of human activity shaped by geography.

Grand Opening of World's Largest Model A Museum


The Grand Opening Celebration of the all-new Model A Ford Museum—the world’s largest public museum dedicated to the Model A—will take place Saturday, May 18, 2013 in Hickory Corners, MI. Fashioned after a 1928 Ford dealership, the new museum is located in southwest Michigan on the campus of the renowned Gilmore Car Museum – America’s Signature Collection.

Route 1812 Driving Tour


Explore Michigan, Ohio, and Ontario and immerse yourself in the Bicentennial of the War of 1812! Choose a few sites or go the distance with all 21. Download our Must-See Events card and Brochure to make your next driving trip truly special!

The Early Days of the Soap Box Derby


During the early 1930s, Mr. Myron Scott created the Soap Box Derby race event which soon became an important part of life to many fans throughout the world. Assembling a race care for the Soap Box Derby was more than merely putting together component parts that young adults created for themselves, but also, a vital lesson in good sportsmanship leading to stronger relationships in the community.

Presentations on Henry Ford Available


Several presentations are available to your organization to help celebrate Henry Ford's 150th birthday anniversary. An overview presentation, Henry Ford: His Life and Times covers his inventions, his family and his contributions to the world. It also deals with the more controversial aspects of his personality and life.