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Whether you're interested in gardening classes, family musical events, preservation workshops or local history lectures, there's something for everyone at Ford House.


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Apr 6, 2013 - Jun 2, 2013
Nature of Dogs Photographic Exhibit
Come and see Photographer Mary Ludington's 10-year project where she sought to take a photo - and capture the spirit - of each and every dog breed.

May 26, 2013
Sunday Dog Walks at Ford House
In the spirit of Josephine Ford and her love of dogs, the Edsel & Eleanor Ford House will open its gates to dogs and their owners during the run of our Spring exhibit The Nature of Dogs.

May 26, 2013
MHS Pet Owner Etiquette Series: Lesson 4

May 27, 2013
Open for Tours
Ford House is open on Memorial Day

May 30, 2013
Painting Class exclusively for Members
A Thursday drop-in class will be taught by an Oakland University painting and drawing professor in the inspirational Pool House space.

May 31, 2013
Outdoor Movie Night at Ford House: Lady and the Tramp
Join us in watching the wonderful animal characters in LADY AND THE TRAMP, one of Walt Disney's best-loved animated features.

Jun 2, 2013
Mutt March

Jun 8, 2013
WRCJ-FM's KickStart your Summer!
Start off your summer with music, food, games and more. And the best part? It's all free!

Jun 8, 2013
Behind The Scenes Tour
Wonder what's on the top floor or where the Ford House staff lived? Then this tour's for you!

Jun 16, 2013
EyesOn Design Car Show
A Father's Day tradition, the 26th annual EyesOn Design Car Show features a collection of more than 200 by-invitation only vehicles.

Jun 21, 2013
Tribute Garden
Join Edsel & Eleanor Ford House in a new Mother’s Day tradition - A Tribute Garden in remembrance of the women of The Ford Family and to honor special women in your life.

Jun 22, 2013
Behind The Scenes Tour
Wonder what's on the top floor or where the Ford House staff lived? Then this tour's for you!

Jun 29, 2013
Third Annual Fairy Tale Festival
Don't be late for this very important date! This year the Ford House's festival focuses on the Alice in Wonderland tale!

Jul 6, 2013
Behind The Scenes Tour
Wonder what's on the top floor or where the Ford House staff lived? Then this tour's for you!

Jul 9, 2013
The Mad Hatter's Tea Parties
Join Alice and the Mad Hatter in a delectably disheveled Tea Party! There will be a dramatic story time, singing, dancing, games, crafts, photo opportunities—and, of course, tea!

Jul 12, 2013
DSO at Ford House
Enjoy the Musical Magic of the DSO on the Ford House Grounds!

Jul 13, 2013
DSO at Ford House
Enjoy the Musical Magic of the DSO at Ford House!

Jul 15, 2013 - Jul 19, 2013
Camp Ingenuity: Design Thinking Camp for Creative Minds
Camp Ingenuity, an Edsel & Eleanor Ford House and Henry Ford Learning Institute initiative, has a series of fun and engaging activities for campers to learn the Design Thinking process, a powerful way to gain confidence, solve problems and generate inventive ideas.

Aug 3, 2013
Behind The Scenes Tour
Wonder what's on the top floor or where the Ford House staff lived? Then this tour's for you!

Aug 17, 2013
Behind The Scenes Tour
Wonder what's on the top floor or where the Ford House staff lived? Then this tour's for you!

Dec 8, 2013
Holiday Tea and Tour

Dec 16, 2013
Holiday Tea and Tour

Dec 17, 2013
Holiday Tea and Tour



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