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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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Storytime: A Walk in the Forest

Nov 5 — Nov 26

Education , Families & Children

Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.

Unlock the power of imagination with Storytime at Ford House! Immerse your little ones in a world of creativity and wonder as we delve into "A Walk in the Forest" by Maria Dek.
Storytime: The Snow Thief

Jan 7 — Jan 28

Education , Families & Children

10 a.m.

Join us every Tuesday at 10 a.m. for Storytime at Ford House, a free program designed to inspire young imaginations! Perfect for children aged 7 and under, this weekly event features engaging children’s books read by our education team, paired with a fun, interactive activity inspired by the story.
Trivia Night

Jan 16 — Nov 22

Education , Families & Children

6 p.m.

Get ready to show off your smarts! From history’s shortest Presidential term to the towering 6-foot-tall bird, it’s time to dive into trivia that’s as fun as it is challenging.
Storytime: Crocodiles Need Kisses Too

Feb 4 — Feb 25

Education , Families & Children

10 a.m.

Join us every Tuesday at 10 a.m. for Storytime at Ford House, a free program designed to inspire young imaginations! Perfect for children aged 7 and under, this weekly event features engaging children’s books read by our education team, paired with a fun, interactive activity inspired by the story.
Family Workshop: Maple Tapping

Feb 22

Education , Families & Children , Nature & Outdoors , Shopping

10 a.m.

Sweeten your family’s day with an unforgettable experience at Family Workshop: Maple Tapping event. Step into the magic of maple syrup making as you learn hands-on how sap transforms into the syrup that tops your favorite breakfasts.
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.
Storytime: Outside My Window

Mar 4 — Mar 25

Education , Families & Children

10 a.m.

Join us every Tuesday at 10 a.m. for Storytime at Ford House, a free program designed to inspire young imaginations! Perfect for children aged 7 and under, this weekly event features engaging children’s books read by our education team, paired with a fun, interactive activity inspired by the story.
Ballroom Dance: Bachata

Mar 26 — Apr 16

Adult Experiences , Education , Lectures, Talks, & Demonstrations

6:30 p.m.

Take a step back in time and join us for a lively ballroom dance class inspired by Eleanor and Edsel Ford’s love story, which began at a dance class. This time, you’ll learn the vibrant and romantic Bachata!
Paint Out 🎨

Jun 7

Adult Experiences , Education , Nature & Outdoors

8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Dive into a day of artistic bliss at Ford House's Paint Out event! Unleash your creativity amidst 87 acres of picturesque landscapes featuring serene lake views, lush forests, historic architecture, and vibrant gardens.
Lake Fest

Jul 26

Education , Families & Children , Lectures, Talks, & Demonstrations , Nature & Outdoors , Sustainability

1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Spend the day on the shores of Lake St. Clair as you enjoy Lake Fest,
Story Festival

Sep 6

Education , Families & Children , Nature & Outdoors

10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Calling all young bookworms, Story Festival is here! Join us for a delightful outdoor reading where imagination takes flight and the joy of reading comes alive.
Harvest Day

Sep 27

Education , Families & Children , Nature & Outdoors , Shopping

12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Kickstarting the season is Harvest Day! Donuts, market vendors, farm animals, and more!