A few weeks ago, the Ford Motor Company kicked off a yearlong celebration of Henry Ford’s life on the 150th anniversary of his birth.
Henry Ford’s vision changed the way we live. His life spanned an era of dramatic change—from farm to factory, the Civil War to World War II, candlelight to electric light and from horses to cars.
Celebrate Henry Ford’s life on the 150th anniversary of his birth.
Ford’s revolutionary Model T was a pebble tossed into a still pond. The influence of which still ripple in time and wash over us all today.
A key part of the company’s heritage returned home. A Model A, built in 1903, is again with the Ford family, kicking off the celebration.
It is considered the oldest surviving Ford vehicle. T he 1903 Model A was unveiled last month to company employees by Executive Chairman Bill Ford, who purchased the vehicle at an auction in October.
“The timing was perfect to bring this key part of Ford heritage back to the family as we celebrate the 150 th anniversary of my great-grandfather’s birth and his vision to improve people’s lives by making cars affordable for the average family,” said Bill Ford. “His vision to build cars that are reasonably priced, reliable and efficient still resonates and defines our vision today as well.”
According to Ford, MotorCities National Heritage Area and the Henry Ford Heritage Association teamed up with more than 30 Henry Ford-related collaborators to coordinate the yearlong celebration of events. These activities, highlighting Ford’s legacy, contributions and influence, include tours, educational programming, dramatic re-enactments, lectures, integration and special events at auto shows and more.
A site has been created that is to Ford’s life and the celebration. The site address is: www.henryford150.com. It includes an interactive timeline of Ford’s life, tours, a calendar of 2013 events and information about efforts to preserve Henry Ford’s heritage.
