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An annual Friendship is a great way to enjoy all that Ford House has to offer!

 

Become a Friend of Ford House and unlock a world of exclusive benefits!

Your support ensures that our mission is served, allowing us to continue offering engaging educational and sustainability programs and growing our public programs to a larger and more diverse community.

Why Become a Friend?

  • Complimentary Admission: Enjoy free self-guided access to the House and Grounds Admission and Grounds Admission.
  • Daily Access: Access the grounds seven days a week from 8 a.m. to sunset.
  • Walk Your Dog: Walk your dog on the grounds, excluding Bird Island.
  • Discounted Guided Tours: Receive a 50% discount on all guided tours.
  • Shopping Savings: Get 20% off at The Shop, featuring unique items and souvenirs.
  • Dining Discounts: Savor meals with a 20% discount at our dining venues (excluding alcohol).
    • The discount applies specifically to the number of members included in your Friendship.
      • For example, if you have an Individual Friendship, the discount applies only to your dining experience. If you have a Dual Friendship, the discount extends to you and one additional guest (a total of two Friends dining together).
  • Renewal Discount: Save 10% when renewing your Friendship at least 30 days before expiration.
  • Event Advantages: Get early access, special discounts, and invites to exclusive events—plus enjoy 20% off Home for the Holidays tickets!
  • Reciprocal Admissions: Access more than 300 gardens nationwide through the American Horticultural Society Reciprocal Admission Program.
  • Digital Friendship Card: Conveniently access your Friendship via your smartphone’s digital wallet.
  • Photography Sessions: Enjoy discounts on photography sessions on Ford House grounds.
  • Volunteer Opportunities: Friends of Ford House will soon have the chance to volunteer on select projects and events! Stay tuned for more details about this exciting new program.

Friends of Ford House Levels

Dual Friendship

Price: $75 per year
Admissions: Complimentary admission for two named adults from the same household.

Family (BEST VALUE)

Price: $100 per year
Admissions: Complimentary admission for two named adults from the same household, one adult guest, and accompanying children (15 years old and younger).

Family Plus

Price: $125 per year
Admissions: Complimentary admission for two named adults from the same household, two adult guests, and accompanying children (15 years old and younger).

Fan Friendship

Price: $250 per year
Admissions: Complimentary admission for two named adults from the same household, four adult guests, and accompanying children (15 years old and younger).
Additional Perks: Complimentary Ford House gift when joining + Reciprocal admission to more than 100 museums through the ROAM program.

President's Club

Price: $500 per year
Admissions: Complimentary admission for two named adults from the same household, four adult guests, and accompanying children (15 years old and younger).
Additional Perks: Complimentary Ford House gift when joining + Reciprocal admission to more than 100 museums through the ROAM program.

Complimentary Annual President’s Club event

1928 Circle

Price: $1,000 per year
Admissions: Complimentary admission for two named adults from the same household, four adult guests, and accompanying children (15 years old and younger).
Additional Perks: Complimentary Ford House gift when joining, Reciprocal admission to more than 100 museums through the ROAM program, 20% off Room Rental for Private Events, Private wine reception on the historic core for up to ten guests.

Purchase or Renew Your Friendship

Friendships expire after one year, at the end of the month of purchase. For example, if you purchased your Friendship on April 1, 2024, your Friendship will expire on April 30, 2025. Click below to purchase, renew, or gift a Friendship.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are several "How To" tutorials as you navigate our Friendship portal. For questions about Friends of Ford House, please contact friendship@fordhouse.org or call 313-884-4222.

Zero-Tolerance Policy

Ford House has a zero-tolerance policy regarding intimidation, threats, or other behaviors that do not align with Ford House values, and individuals who engage in such activities will be removed from the premises and barred from returning. Friendships are intended for noncommercial use by individual Friends and guests and cannot be transferred. Ford House reserves the right to refuse or revoke Friendship and/or deny admission without refund for noncompliance with applicable rules and terms or for inappropriate conduct. Purchase of an annual Friendship does not entitle the purchaser to renewal in a subsequent year.

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Friends enjoy free House + Grounds Admission and Grounds Admission.

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Dog walks and happy pups are a perk of Friendship.

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Friends enjoy discounts and early ticket access for many of our programs and events.

Book A Photography Session at Ford House

Capture Your Special Moment

The estate provides the perfect backdrop for photography, from family and newborn photos, engagements to bride-and-groom portraits, high school senior and prom photos, and more.

Thank you 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.