Seasonal Traditions

Seasonal Traditions

Holiday greenery, red berries, and candles decorate a carved wood mantel with an ornate frame inside the Main Residence at Ford House, part of the Main Residence Holiday Guided Tour.

Holiday Guided Tour: Main ResidenceRepeating Event

Experience the holidays at Ford House through the traditions and tastes of the Ford family on the Main Residence Holiday Guided Tour. This guided tour invites you inside the historic lakeside home of Edsel and Eleanor Ford, where seasonal décor reflects Eleanor’s preference for understated elegance. Rather than elaborate displays, the home is decorated with […]
Nov 27
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Main Residence
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Young girl holding a stuffed animal sits quietly beside Santa Claus in a cozy holiday setting with a decorated Christmas tree in the background.

Photos with SantaRepeating Event

Santa will make his annual stop at Ford House to visit your children! This year, children will meet Santa by the fireplace in the lakeside St. Clair Room!
Nov 29
10:30 am - 5:00 pm
St. Clair Room
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A classic red Nutcracker figurine rests on a light blue winter background surrounded by white snowflake cutouts and a wrapped gift, evoking the Nutcracker Tea holiday theme.

The Nutcracker TeaRepeating Event

The Nutcracker Tea returns to Ford House on December 12 with two seasonal tea seatings and a graceful holiday atmosphere perfect for families and Friends.
Dec 12
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Lake Shore Room (Visitors Center)
1100 Lake Shore Road
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🥞 Brunch with SantaRepeating Event

Start your day with a touch of holiday magic! Enjoy a delicious hot breakfast buffet and watch your little ones light up with excitement as they share their holiday wishes with Santa.
Dec 20
9:00 am - 10:30 am
Lake Shore Room (Visitors Center)
1100 Lake Shore Road
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Ford House and The Continental will remain closed on Friday, July 17

out of an abundance of caution due to air quality from Canadian wildfires currently affecting Southeast Michigan.

Guests with tickets or reservations will be contacted directly by our Visitor Experience team. Thank you for your understanding. The health and safety of our visitors, staff, and volunteers comes first.

We will resume normal operations tomorrow, Saturday, July 18.

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