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Grounds Pass
8 a.m. to Sunset
Stroll through the grounds and gardens, marvel at the beautiful architecture, and soak in the open spaces and wooded areas, all at your own pace.
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House + Grounds Pass
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Explore the lakeside estate of Edsel and Eleanor Ford and their four children at your own pace in this exploration of the estate.
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Nooks & Crannies | Behind-the-Scenes Guided Tour
Varies, see below
This unique guided tour takes you on a behind-the-scenes exploration of Ford House.
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Nooks & Crannies | Behind-the-Scenes Guided Tour (Holiday Period)
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.
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Trivia Night at Ford House (SOLD OUT)
Thursday, October 3 and November 7 at 6 p.m.
Get ready to flex your brainpower and test your knowledge in a night of trivia, where laughter and learning collide!
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Ford House After Dark (SOLD OUT)
Thursday, October 10 and December 12 at 7:30 p.m.
This event is now sold out. We encourage you to check out our other fun events!
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Autumn Landscape Guided Tour
Varies
Experience the vibrant beauty of autumn with our Autumn Landscape Guided Tour!
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Storytime: A Walk in the Forest
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.
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Maker Studio: Beginner Basket Weaving (SOLD OUT)
November 16 at 9 a.m.
Join us as we learn all about basket weaving. This beginner-level project will include all the supplies and instruction.
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Maker Studio: Harvest Basket (SOLD OUT)
November 16 at 1 p.m.
Learn how to make a larger Harvest-style basket in time for the holiday season. All the tools and instructions will be included at this Maker Studio.
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Holiday Main Residence Guided Tour
Various Dates in November - December
Enjoy festive holiday decorations and learn about Ford family traditions during a tour of their historic home.
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Home for the Holidays at Ford House
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Experience the enchantment of the holidays with this new wintery event!
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Blood Drive
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Once a blood donor, always a lifesaver.
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Accessible Main Residence Guided Holiday Tour
12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Designed for all, this experience ensures everyone can explore the wonders of Ford House making this holiday experience accessible to everyone.
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Coffee with Collections
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.
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Cookies with Santa
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!
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Brunch with Santa
10 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Have breakfast with Santa this holiday season at Ford House in our Lake Shore room.
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Holiday Tea and Tour
11 a.m.
Savor the enchantment of the season with a cup of cheer at Ford House!
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Mistletoe Mingle
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.
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Invisible Labor: The History of Women Domestic Workers - Exhibition Opening Reception
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Join us for the exhibition's opening reception on Thursday, November 14, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., and celebrate the incredible efforts of the next generation of historians as they bring these women’s voices to life. Don't miss this powerful exploration of a vital piece of our collective past.