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Home for the Holidays Poetry Program - Call for young poets!

🎉 Ford House is celebrating the arts and giving back this holiday season! In honor of the Ford family's legacy, we’re inviting students (ages 12-18) to submit poems on the theme “Home for the Holidays” for a chance to be published in a special chapbook during Home for the Holidays at Ford House. Not only will your poem be shared with visitors, but Ford House will also make a contribution to The Family Center of Grosse Pointe & Harper Woods—and we encourage YOU to join us in supporting this wonderful cause!

Learn About Our Education Programs

From tours to trivia night! Our education programs are perfect for the entire family.

Ford Cove Project

Ford House, the historic estate of Edsel and Eleanor Ford, is teaming up with the Great Lakes Commission (GLC) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for a project to restore disappearing wildlife habitats along the shoreline of Ford Cove on Lake St. Clair — part of Michigan’s Great Lakes waterway.

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Coffee with Collections

Dec 5

Adult Experiences , Behind-the-Scenes , Dining, Drinks, & Teas , Friends of Ford House Featured Event , Lectures, Talks, & Demonstrations

10:30 a.m.

☕ Friends of Ford House, come enjoy some morning coffee with our Collections staff, who preserve and maintain the historical elements of Ford House.
Holiday Tea and Tour (SOLD OUT)

Dec 15

Adult Experiences , Dining, Drinks, & Teas , Holidays , Tours & Explorations

11:00 am — 2:00 pm

This event has sold out. We encourage you to explore our events page for other fun holiday events!
Mistletoe Mingle

Dec 19

Adult Experiences , Dining, Drinks, & Teas , Holidays

7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Celebrate the holidays with a night out at Ford House. Enjoy drinks, light refreshments, and entertainment in our Lake Shore room.
Brunch with Santa

Dec 22 — Jan 5

Dining, Drinks, & Teas , Families & Children , Holidays

Dec. 22 at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Have breakfast with Santa this holiday season at Ford House in our Lake Shore room.
Ford House After Dark

Feb 13 — Nov 20

Adult Experiences , Behind-the-Scenes , Dining, Drinks, & Teas , Tours & Explorations

7:30 p.m.

Step into the allure of Ford House after dark for an exclusive, intimate evening—limited to no more than four couples, with a maximum of eight guests per session. Begin with a private sunset dinner at The Continental, where you’ll enjoy a complimentary drink as day fades to night.
Maple Syrup: Tapped, Shaken, and Served

Feb 27

Adult Experiences , Dining, Drinks, & Teas , Education , Lectures, Talks, & Demonstrations , Nature & Outdoors , Shopping

5:30 p.m.

Join us for a cozy winter outing that blends hands-on learning with a delicious maple twist. From identifying the perfect trees to witnessing the entire syrup-making process, you’ll get an insider’s look at how sap transforms into liquid gold.
Botany & Brews

Mar 14 — Oct 15

Behind-the-Scenes , Dining, Drinks, & Teas , Friends of Ford House Featured Event , Lectures, Talks, & Demonstrations , Nature & Outdoors

6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

What's better than admiring and learning about the Ford House gardens while enjoying a cold beer or hot coffee? Don't miss this event!
Once Upon a Tea: Mad Hatter’s Tea Party

Mar 15

Dining, Drinks, & Teas , Families & Children

11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Step into the whimsical world of Alice in Wonderland at Ford House's Once Upon a Tea: Mad Hatter’s Tea Party! Perfect for children and families, this tea party offers a relaxed, fun-filled twist on the traditional tea experience.
Coffee with Collections

Mar 27 — Dec 4

Adult Experiences , Dining, Drinks, & Teas , Tours & Explorations

10:30 a.m.

Step into history at Ford House with Coffee with Collections, an exclusive morning designed for those who appreciate the beauty of artifacts and untold stories.
Easter Brunch

Apr 20

Dining, Drinks, & Teas , Families & Children , Holidays

11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Celebrate Easter in style at Ford House with our luxurious Easter Brunch! Enjoy a delightful dining experience set against the backdrop of stunning waterfront views of Ford Cove and Lake St. Clair.
Mother's Day Brunch

May 11

Dining, Drinks, & Teas , Holidays

Seatings at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Elevate your Mother's Day celebrations with an exclusive brunch experience at Ford House, courtesy of The Continental. Picture a day filled with love, laughter, and exquisite flavors crafted by our talented chefs.
Eleanor's Birthday Tea and Tour

Jun 1

Adult Experiences , Dining, Drinks, & Teas , Tours & Explorations

11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Step into the world of Eleanor Ford and celebrate her birthday in timeless elegance at Ford House. This exclusive event invites you to experience the refined lifestyle of the Ford family with an indulgent tea service, followed by an intimate exploration of their historic home.
Fresh Paint Party

Jun 7

Adult Experiences , Art & Art Making , Dining, Drinks, & Teas

6-8 p.m.

Join us in the Lake Shore Room, where the magic continues after Paint Out, for a festive Fresh Paint Party celebrating participating artists.
Gather in the Garden: Dinner & Music

Jun 28 — Jun 29

Adult Experiences , Dining, Drinks, & Teas , Tours & Explorations

7 p.m.

Join us for an enchanting evening at Ford House's new outdoor dining experience, Gather in the Garden. Set in the lush beauty of the Formal Garden, this intimate multi-course dinner is a feast for the senses. Surrounded by seasonal blooms, twinkling lights, and the historic charm of Ford House, guests will savor a carefully curated menu crafted by our talented culinary team.
Cocktails with Collections

Jul 10 — Sep 4

Adult Experiences , Behind-the-Scenes , Dining, Drinks, & Teas , Friends of Ford House Featured Event , Lectures, Talks, & Demonstrations , Tours & Explorations

6 p.m.

During this exclusive behind-the-scenes tour you will learn about some of Collections team's favorite pieces and the history around them.
Once Upon a Tea: Emerald City Tea Party

Jul 12

Dining, Drinks, & Teas , Families & Children

11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Follow the yellow brick road to Ford House’s Once Upon a Tea: Emerald City Tea Party, an immersive children’s tea set in the beautifully themed Lake Shore Room. Overlooking the picturesque Ford Cove, this special tea party transports you to the magical Emerald City from The Wizard of Oz.
Shakespeare Stroll with Grosse Pointe Theatre

Aug 7

Adult Experiences , Dining, Drinks, & Teas , Nature & Outdoors

6 p.m.

Experience the magic of Shakespeare like never before with the Shakespeare Stroll, co-produced by Grosse Pointe Theatre and Ford House.