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 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)Sunday, February 8th, 2026 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Event LocationPackard Proving Grounds, Shelby Township, MId
Event DescriptionThe Packard Proving Grounds will be hosting one of its Winter Lecture Series lectures on travelling Ocean to Ocean in a Model T. This presentation will be led by Steve Shotwell, Steve is the proud owner of his grandfather's 1916 Model T. He and his wife, Jan, are frequently found driving their Model T just about everywhere. Steve's most memorable trip was driving his Model T in the "Ocean to Ocean" event from New York City to Seattle. Steve will be making a presentation for us on this incredible 4,000+ mile trip in his Model T - a true journey of a lifetime!
Event Date(s)Thursday, February 12th, 2026 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Event LocationStahls Motors and Music Experience, Chersterfield, MI
Event DescriptionStahls Motor and Music Experience is launching a new speaker series titled Fuel for Thought with the inaugural lecture “Turbine Talk with Steve Lehto.” This lecture will be presented by Steve Lehto, an acclaimed author, attorney, and automotive historian and will draw inspiration from his revised book Chrysler’s Turbine Car: The Rise and Fall of Detroit’s Coolest Creation. Guests will get to experience the history firsthand as Stahls’ Chrysler Turbine Car takes center stage during the event, offering a rare chance to see and hear the iconic vehicle up close. This event is free for all and the doors will open at 5:00 p.m., with the presentation beginning at 6:00 p.m.
