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Preservation Guided Tour

1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.
Grounds

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DATE: May 5, 2025

TIMES: 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.

AGE RANGE: Adults

About this event:

Step into the history and craftsmanship of Ford House with an exclusive Preservation Tour. Led by our Director of Historic Preservation, Rebecca Torsell, this intimate experience offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the meticulous efforts to preserve this National Historic Landmark.

In honor of Preservation Month, this Friends-only tour highlights Ford House’s ongoing restoration projects. This year’s focus includes the windows, exterior lighting, balcony, and gutter brackets—elements that exemplify the dedication and expertise required to conserve the estate’s unique legacy.

Join us at Ford House to uncover the stories behind the work and gain a deeper appreciation for the art and science of preservation.

This event is exclusive for Friends of Ford House. To join, please visit www.fordhouse.org/friends

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Friends of Ford House Adults: $20

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Thank you to Ford Philanthropy

Ford House is grateful for the generous support of Ford Philanthropy and helping us fulfill our educational mission and making Ford House more accessible to our community.

About Ford House

Ford House is a 501c3 nonprofit and National Historic Landmark. Experience the historic family home of Edsel Ford, the only son of Henry Ford, and his wife, Eleanor. Now a National Historic Landmark, visitors from all over the world come to wander, wonder, and explore the beauty of this 1928 National Historic Landmark and uncover a unique piece of the American automotive story in metro Detroit. Learn more below.