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Once Upon a Tea (Children's Teas)

Once Upon a Tea is a whimsical series of children’s tea parties at Ford House, where storybook magic comes to life! These relaxed events are perfect for families, featuring kid-friendly bites, enchanting décor, and interactive moments with beloved storybook characters.

From “Alice in Wonderland” to the “Wizard of Oz,” each tea offers a delightful theme for little ones and their grown-ups to enjoy together. It’s a charming way to make memories while sipping tea and celebrating timeless tales!

The Mad Hatter's Tea Party

Saturday, March 15

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. Enjoy an array of kid-friendly pastries and delicious bites, perfect for little appetites, as you sip on tea or juice in the company of beloved characters from Alice in Wonderland. Join Alice, the Mad Hatter, and the Queen of Hearts as they mingle and delight guests with playful banter and photo opportunities. It’s a tea party full of whimsy, imagination, and wonder, where no one will be late for tea!

The Emerald City Tea Party

Saturday, July 12

Follow the yellow brick road to Ford House’s Once Upon a Tea: Emerald City Adventure, 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. With its vibrant, themed decor, the room will be transformed into a glittering wonderland straight from Dorothy’s journey.

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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.