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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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Nooks & Crannies | Behind-the-Scenes Guided Tour (Holiday Period)

Sep 24 — Dec 31

Behind-the-Scenes , Families & Children , Tours & Explorations

Varies, see below

This unique guided tour takes you on a behind-the-scenes exploration of Ford House. These dates fall during the peak holiday season.
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.
Home for the Holidays at Ford House

Nov 30 — Dec 22

Families & Children , Holidays , Nature & Outdoors

5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Experience the enchantment of the holidays with this new wintery event!
Cookies with Santa

Dec 7 — Dec 21

Families & Children , Holidays

2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

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!
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.
Nooks & Crannies | Behind-the-Scenes Guided Tour

Jan 2 — Mar 31

Behind-the-Scenes , Families & Children , Tours & Explorations

Varies, see below

This unique guided tour takes you on a behind-the-scenes exploration of Ford House.
Storytime: The Snow Thief

Jan 7 — Jan 28

Education , Families & Children

10:30 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

Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.

Join us every Tuesday at 10:30 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.
Storytime: Outside My Window

Mar 4 — Mar 25

Education , Families & Children

10:30 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.
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.
Community Appreciation Day

Apr 5

Families & Children , Nature & Outdoors , Tours & Explorations

8:00 am — 7:00 pm

Celebrate the vibrant community that makes Ford House special! Join us on Saturday, April 5, for Community Appreciation Day—a day to enjoy free admission and explore the beauty and history of our estate.
Photos with the Easter Bunny

Apr 13

Families & Children , Holidays

12 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Hop into the spirit of Easter with an unforgettable photo session at Ford House! Bring your little ones and your own camera to capture cherished memories. Decorate an Easter egg drawing and grab a goody bag after your child's photo.
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.
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.
Outdoor Summer Concert: Dancing Queen - An ABBA Salute

Jul 18

Adult Experiences , Concerts & Music , Families & Children , Nature & Outdoors

7 p.m.

Kick off Ford House’s 2025 Outdoor Summer Concert series with a spectacular night featuring Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute! Get ready for an energetic evening as the hits of ABBA fill the air, bringing the magic of one of the world’s most beloved bands to life. From “Mamma Mia” to “Dancing Queen,” this tribute band will have you singing and dancing along under the stars.
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,
Outdoor Summer Concert: Michigan Philharmonic

Aug 15

Adult Experiences , Concerts & Music , Families & Children , Nature & Outdoors

7 p.m.
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.
Outdoor Summer Concert: The Dave Hamilton Band

Sep 12

Adult Experiences , Concerts & Music , Families & Children , Nature & Outdoors

7 p.m.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of soul and rhythm as the Dave Hamilton Band returns to Ford House for our 2025 Outdoor Summer Concert series!
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!
Little Goblins 🍭

Oct 25

Families & Children , Holidays , Nature & Outdoors

11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Calling all Little Goblins! Enjoy trick-or-treating stops, photo ops, and a haunt-free wagon ride.