The Automotive Hall of Fame

The Automotive Hall of Fame honors innovators, designers, executives and engineers who influenced the motor-vehicle industry. Exhibits combine biographies, artifacts and vehicles in a roughly 25,000 sq ft facility near The Henry Ford campus.

Visits highlight personal stories behind major automotive advances and rotating special exhibits. The museum is focused on education and recognition rather than large vehicle displays, making it a good complement to other Detroit-area automotive attractions.

Start with a short orientation of inductees and then follow thematic exhibits that connect individual stories to industry milestones.

Look out for:

• Hall of Fame inductee galleries with biographical panels and personal artifacts.

• Period vehicles and industry-related memorabilia placed to illustrate career highlights.

• Rotating special exhibits and educational displays focused on innovation and leadership.

• Proximity to The Henry Ford — shared parking and easy pairing with nearby attractions.

Best way to experience it:

Plan a 60–90 minute visit, call ahead to confirm the appointment policy and museum hours, and pair this stop with The Henry Ford for a fuller automotive-history day.

• Visits are by appointment starting Jan 13, 2026; call the listed phone number to schedule.

• Regular posted hours are Thursdays–Sundays, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., but confirm when booking.

• General admission and reduced rates are posted on the official site; bring payment method accepted by the museum.

• The facility is adjacent to The Henry Ford; parking and route planning are straightforward if visiting both.