The Henry Ford in Dearborn, MI, announced the opening of Hockey: Faster Than Ever, an interactive traveling exhibition on ice hockey’s science, history and culture.

The exhibition opens on October 13 and runs through January 5 in the Gallery by General Motors in the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation.

The exhibit showcases ice hockey’s evolution, highlighting technical advancements and scientific breakthroughs that shaped the sport.

The exhibit is produced by Flying Fish, a creator of traveling exhibitions, in collaboration with the Montréal Science Centre with support from the National Hockey League (NHL) and the NHLPA.

The exhibit features Detroit Red Wings artifacts provided in partnership with the team, including jerseys and gear from star players, along with The Russian Five game-worn jerseys, actual boards from the Joe Louis Arena, and more. In addition, the exhibit will display game-worn gear from Michiganders Kirsten Simms and Megan Keller of the U.S. Women’s National Team, including the jerseys they wore from the 2024 International Ice Hockey Federation Women’s World Championship, provided in partnership with USA Hockey.

“Partnering with the Montréal Science Centre allowed us to create a unique experience celebrating both sports and science. We intended to show how technology, physics and innovation have transformed the game throughout history. We’re thrilled with the result, an exhibition that will fascinate sports enthusiasts and curious minds alike,” said Jay Brown, principal and managing director of Flying Fish.

Visitors can test their skills and knowledge like true hockey pros with various interactives:

  • Have lightning-fast reflexes? Put them to the test in ‘Don’t Blink’ and see how many lights you can hit in one minute.
  • Feel the adrenaline rush as you step up to ‘Need for Speed‘, unleash your shot power, measure your slapshot speed, and compete with friends to see who has the fastest shot.
  • Looking to finesse your aim? Hit the targets in ‘Score Like a Pro’ and prove your precision with a puck.
  • Pay tribute to the pinnacle of hockey at ‘The Stanley Cup touchscreen, where you can get close to the most coveted trophy in sports history. 

Visitors can also snap a selfie with a real ice resurfacer and explore displays showcasing the evolution of skates and gear from the 19th and 20th centuries.

In the hockey ‘Science Lab, ‘ visitors can “unleash their inner hockey player” through hands-on challenges in a replica rink. The exhibition also features a locker room outfitted with jerseys and more from NHL star players.

For more information, visit thf.org or follow The Henry Ford on social media @thehenryford.

Henry Ford is an official partner of Museums for All, a signature access program of the Institute of Museum and Library Services that encourages lifelong museum-going habits.

Image courtesy The Henry Ford