Media Policies

Photography

The Media Library provides high-resolution images for editorial use by media professionals on assignment only. If you find that the existing images do not meet your needs, please contact us with your specific request, and we will do our best to accommodate your requirements.

Location Photography/Videography Guidelines

At Ford House, we take great pride in our professionalism and extensive experience collaborating with production companies and wedding photographers. We’d love to help bring your next project to life. Please contact us to discuss your vision and how we can assist you.

Photo & Video Policy

Inside the Main Residence and Auxillary Buildings

Photography using cell phones or cameras, without flash, is permitted during self-paced explorations and guided tours for personal use only. Commercial photography is not allowed on public tours. Large cameras, tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, and other photography equipment are prohibited inside Ford House. For everyone’s safety and enjoyment, group photos should be taken outside.

Outside Ford House

Using drones or unmanned aerial vehicles on Ford House property is prohibited. Aerial photography of Ford House requires written consent along with the drone operator’s Certificate of Insurance and FAA Drone Piloting License.

Professional Photography & Videography

Professional photography and videography are not permitted without prior written approval.

Photographers and videographers looking to host professional photo sessions for individual clients (i.e., senior pictures, family photos, wedding photos, etc.) may contact our Photography team to discuss options and payment.

Media/press photographers and videographers may contact the Communication & Engagement team to discuss possibly using Ford House as their location.

Please remember that the names “Edsel & Eleanor Ford House” and “Ford House,” along with the various logos and images, are registered trademarks and may not be used by outside parties without permission.

Please contact us to request publication of our images on your website or other materials.

For a list of Ford House Rules & Policies, please click here.

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Ford House and The Continental will remain closed on Friday, July 17

out of an abundance of caution due to air quality from Canadian wildfires currently affecting Southeast Michigan.

Guests with tickets or reservations will be contacted directly by our Visitor Experience team. Thank you for your understanding. The health and safety of our visitors, staff, and volunteers comes first.

We will resume normal operations tomorrow, Saturday, July 18.