Ford House

Ford House Wander. Wonder. Explore. Whatever your interest, you'll find it here: Ford House is a home of stories waiting to be uncovered. Open for tours and special events.
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Visit the home of Eleanor and Edsel Ford for tours, events and outdoor walks. The historic estate was the home of Eleanor and Edsel Ford, and is a National Historic Landmark.

Mmmm, who's ready for some tasty treats, tea, LIVE music from Florella Strings, and shopping with The Beaute Loft, The S...
05/29/2026

Mmmm, who's ready for some tasty treats, tea, LIVE music from Florella Strings, and shopping with The Beaute Loft, The Spice & Tea Exchange of Grosse Pointe, and TWAL.shop?

Don't miss Eleanor’s Bday Tea & Tour on Sunday, June 14.

Get tickets here 👉 https://fordhouse.org/events/eleanors-birthday-tea-and-tour/

Today marks the anniversary of Edsel Bryant Ford’s passing on May 26, 1943, at the age of 49.A son, husband, father, lea...
05/26/2026

Today marks the anniversary of Edsel Bryant Ford’s passing on May 26, 1943, at the age of 49.

A son, husband, father, leader, and innovator, Edsel helped shape not only Ford Motor Company, but also the cultural landscape of Detroit through his vision, generosity, and commitment to community.

Alongside his wife, Eleanor Clay Ford, he supported institutions like the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and the Detroit Institute of Arts while raising their four children here at Ford House. His legacy continues to inspire the mission and stories shared across the estate today.

Want to learn more? Check out our free, permanent exhibition inside our Visitor Center, The Ford Family Story. It offers an intimate look at the family behind the legacy and how their lives continue to inspire future generations.

fordhouse.org/visit/exhibitions/ford-family-story

Last night’s Corrado Parducci lecture was such a good reminder of how much beauty and history is hiding in plain sight a...
05/26/2026

Last night’s Corrado Parducci lecture was such a good reminder of how much beauty and history is hiding in plain sight around Detroit!

Don't miss the next lecture! Tap in and join our email list here:
https://fordhouse.org/email/

We're the land of the free because of the brave.Hope you’re having a peaceful and reflective Memorial Day. ♥️🤍💙
05/25/2026

We're the land of the free because of the brave.

Hope you’re having a peaceful and reflective Memorial Day. ♥️🤍💙

Closed Monday for Memorial Day. Wishing everyone a safe weekend, good weather, and at least one excellent meal outside.
05/22/2026

Closed Monday for Memorial Day. Wishing everyone a safe weekend, good weather, and at least one excellent meal outside.

05/22/2026

Only a few tables remain for Eleanor's Birthday Tea & Tour. Sunday, June 14, at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. in the Lake Shore Room overlooking Ford Cove.

Mark what would have been Eleanor Clay Ford's 130th birthday with a chef-prepared tea service of savories, pastries, and sweets, with live music from Florella Strings, followed by a self-paced exploration of the Main Residence and grounds.

Tea is sponsored by The Spice & Tea Exchange of Grosse Pointe, which will host a pop-up shop alongside TWAL.shop, a Grosse Pointe-based design studio whose Pop Art and Classic Christmas collections celebrate the places people love most.

Reserve your table at the link below.
https://fordhouse.org/events/eleanors-birthday-tea-and-tour/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=reminder_eleanors-tea-and-tour_20260522&utm_content=eleanors-tea-and-tour-organic

05/22/2026

Happy Memorial Day weekend! If you're boating on Lake St. Clair, here's something to know about Ford Cove before you set out.

The felled trees and natural features along our shoreline aren't storm debris. They were placed intentionally as part of the Shoreline Restoration Project to create habitat for fish, turtles, birds, and the native plants returning to the cove.

Thank you for your support and patience during this major project. We're grateful to have the community alongside us as the work continues.

Please give the shoreline a slow pass and a wide berth. For project updates and details: https://fordhouse.org/about/shoreline-restoration-project/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=awareness_shoreline-restoration_20260522&utm_content=shoreline-restoration-organic

For everyone’s safety, access between the Visitor Center and Main House is temporarily CLOSED while we remove a hazardou...
05/20/2026

For everyone’s safety, access between the Visitor Center and Main House is temporarily CLOSED while we remove a hazardous tree. Our team is working to get things back open ASAP. Thanks for rolling with us while we handle a little unexpected project.

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1100 Lake Shore Road
Grosse Pointe Shores, MI
48236

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+13138844222

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