A program of Orchards Children’s Services – Funded by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Join us every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Storytime at Ford House, a free program designed to inspire young imaginations! Perfect for children aged 7 and under, this weekly event features engaging children’s books read by our education team, paired
The 13th annual exhibition showcases ofrendas, or altars, created by local artists and community members. Families can explore this meaningful tradition together and learn about Mexican culture through colorful displays. Event cost: Free for residents of Wayne, Oakland and Macomb
Step into the world of Leonardo da Vinci through full-scale inventions, intricate art studies, and interactive displays. Families can explore art, science, and engineering while kids enjoy hands-on machines like a room of mirrors and a rope pulley. Free for
See 60 artworks spanning in photography, painting, sculpture and more, one for each year of The Wright Museum. Event cost: $10 along with general admission Event times: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Wednesdays and Fridays-Sundays, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Thursdays, April 5, 2025-March 31,
Step back 290 million years to explore life before the dinosaurs. Kids can see fossilized skeletons, life-size models and even dig for fossils in interactive pits. Event cost: Adults $9, adult members $8, seniors 65+ and children 2-12 $7, senior
Families can enjoy games, contests, prizes and art activities at this free Halloween celebration. Kids must attend with a parent or guardian, and every adult must be accompanied by a child. Event cost: Free admission (ticket required, call/text 734-225-0996) Event
The DIA, in collaboration with Detroit's Mexican Consulate, displays ofrenda altars, or offerings, created by community members in celebration of the holiday Día de Muertos. Event cost: Free with general admission Event times: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025
Emagine Theatres and Folktellers Studios invite young readers to turn their stories into short films through the Folktellers for Literacy program. Kids will read, create, and bring their ideas to life on the big screen, ending with a red-carpet premiere
Step into the world of Leonardo da Vinci through full-scale inventions, intricate art studies, and interactive displays. Families can explore art, science, and engineering while kids enjoy hands-on machines like a room of mirrors and a rope pulley. Free for
Celebrate National Pizza Days with themed crafts, stories, and snacks at Greenmead Historical Park’s Alexander Blue House. Kids will enjoy a fun morning of creativity and learning with their parents. Event cost: $10 resident / $12 non-resident Event times: 10:30