The two plaques at the entrance to Greenfield.
The top one reads, “In 1929, Henry Ford created Greenfield Village. Guided by the philosophy of ‘learning by doing,’ Ford not only paid tribute to his friend and hero, Thomas Edison, but also gave Americans a chance to experience history firsthand. His vision was realized by relocating and preserving an unrivaled collection of authentic historic buildings into an American village.
“Today, Greenfield Village embodies the spirit of Henry Ford’s bold vision. Farmers, artisans, inventors, writers, shopkeepers and railroad workers carry our their daily tasks throughout this changing landscape. The energy is unmistakeable as their powerful and inspiring stories bring 300 years of the American experience to life every day.”
The second reads, “Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village has been designated a National Historic Landmark. This site possesses national significance in commemorating the history of the United States of America. 1982. National Park Service. United States Department of the Interior.”
The two plaques at the entrance to Greenfield.
The top one reads, “In 1929, Henry Ford created Greenfield Village. Guided by the philosophy of ‘learning by doing,’ Ford not only paid tribute to his friend and hero, Thomas Edison, but also gave Americans a chance to experience history firsthand. His vision was realized by relocating and preserving an unrivaled collection of authentic historic buildings into an American village.
“Today, Greenfield Village embodies the spirit of Henry Ford’s bold vision. Farmers, artisans, inventors, writers, shopkeepers and railroad workers carry our their daily tasks throughout this changing landscape. The energy is unmistakeable as their powerful and inspiring stories bring 300 years of the American experience to life every day.”
The second reads, “Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village has been designated a National Historic Landmark. This site possesses national significance in commemorating the history of the United States of America. 1982. National Park Service. United States Department of the Interior.”
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