I received a Google email alert from a strange source, and it sent me to this page from The Henry Ford, which will be holding an exhibit called: Hockey: Faster Than Ever from October 13th to January 5th, 2025 at the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation:
HOCKEY: Faster Than Ever takes you on an exciting journey through the evolution of ice hockey, showcasing the remarkable technical advancements and scientific breakthroughs that have shaped the sport over time. From cutting-edge technologies to the physics of play, the exhibition will leave you amazed by the fusion of science and sport.
Test your skills and knowledge like true hockey pros with a variety of exciting 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 and unleash your shot power: measure your slapshot speed and compete with your 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 up close to the most coveted trophy in sports history.
You 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, unleash your inner hockey player through hands-on challenges in a replica rink. This exhibition also features an impressive locker room outfitted with jerseys and more from NHL star players.
Among the promised exhibit highlights:
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 beloved Joe Louis Arena itself and more.
Game-worn gear from Michiganders Kirsten Simms and Megan Keller of the U.S. Women’s National Team, including their jerseys from the 2024 International Ice Hockey Federation Women’s World Championship, all provided in partnership with USA Hockey.
