America@Work '08

AFL-CIO Union-Industries Show
1938-2008

Hello Detroit!

On May 16-18, 2008, the AFL-CIO is presenting you with the opportunity to take part in the 2008 America@Work Union Industries Show - the biggest-ever expo of union-made goods and services and the first-ever union jobs fair.

It's their and our way of saying thanks to you, Detroit. Thank you for buying union. Thank you for using union-services. Together, we've made an investment in America's future, protecting American jobs and developing the next generation of skilled workers to keep America strong.

 

Use your consumer power

Buy union-made-in-the-USA products.

Guaranteed to amaze, amuse, entertain, educate and impress - the 70th Annual AFL-CIO America@Work Union-Industries Show has something for everyone: adults and kids, high school seniors and senior citizens. It's the largest collection ever of union-made-in-the-USA products and services under one roof.

 

 

 

 

Coming to Detroit May 16 - 18, 2008

From May 16th to 18th at Cobo Center in Detroit, hundreds of exciting exhibits and hands-on demonstrations will celebrate America's union workers and the work they do. Meet the folks who train Guide Dogs and watch as they put their canine students through their paces.

 

Union-Made-In-The-USA

Buy High-Quality Union-Made Goods at Prices You Won't Believe

For the first time in the Show's history, many of the exhibitors will be offering their high-quality products - including automobiles, tools, work clothes, appliances, work boots, sporting equipment, building products and more - at prices you won't see anywhere else.

See the latest in autos, trucks and vans from Daimler Chrysler, Ford, GM and Saturn. Kick the tires on the concept cars of the future. Indy fans are sure to see one of their favorite cars from the circuit.

 

Get In on Drawings for Valuable Prizes

Enter your name for drawings for a brand new Harley-Davidson motorcycle or any of a score of valuable prizes - appliances, groceries, household goods. Get fire safety tips from safety professionals.

 

Learning About What Union Workers Do

Learn what it takes to be an airline pilot or an air traffic controller. Listen and dance to your favorite tunes performed by union musicians. See how stage hands from IATSE create special effects for movies.

 

 

 

 

 

Performances and Demonstrations

Special presentations by Trainers from a score of Apprenticeship Programs Sponsored Major Craft Unions - Specially designed to help youngsters interested in careers.

 

Union Careers

Show visitors will learn of careers in any of more than a dozen skilled crafts, and how to qualify for paid apprenticeship training.