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Closed for Memorial Day (Monday, May 26)
Please note that we will be closed on Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 27 during regular business hours.
Geese Are Nesting on Grounds
Spring is here, and that means some of our feathered friends are nesting on the grounds. While exploring, please be aware of geese, as they can be protective of their nests. For your safety, we advise all guests to walk at their own risk and give geese plenty of space. Thank you for helping us respect our wildlife! 🦆🌿
Awards & Recognition
Ford House is incredibly proud of the awards and recognition we've received over the last several years.
Ford House Awards & Recognition
Ford House has been honored with numerous awards celebrating our excellence in historic preservation, architectural design, landscape, and visitor experience. These accolades reflect our ongoing commitment to honoring the past while creating meaningful and memorable experiences for our guests. Note: All external award links on this page open in a new tab for your convenience and accessibility.2024
Sustainability & Recognition
Design & Landscape
Visitor Experience
2023
Preservation & Cultural Landscape
Engineering & Construction
- ACEC/Michigan – Engineering & Surveying Excellence Award
- CAM Magazine – Outstanding Project of the Year
Design & Landscape
Visitor Experience
- TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award
2022
Lighting, Landscape & Design
- BEGA – Best of Lighting Design
- MGIA – Gold Award for Pool Paver Restoration
- MGIA – Gold Award for Pool Landscape Restoration
Architecture & Construction
- AIA Detroit – Honor Award – Built
- AIA Michigan – Honor Award – Building
- Engineering Society of Detroit – Construction & Design Award
- AEI – Award of Excellence – Construction Management and Methods
- AEI – Award of Merit – Architectural Engineering Integration
Sustainability & Lighting
Hospitality & Recognition
- State of Michigan Special Tribute – Lagoon & Pool Restoration
- CREW Detroit – Member to Member Award
- Masonry Institute of Michigan – M-Award
- Best of the Best – Grosse Pointe News – The Continental: Best Waterfront Dining
- IIDA Michigan – Hospitality Design Award
- CAM Magazine – Best of Michigan Construction
- Grosse Pointe Chamber – Resilience in Business Award
- Michigan Museums Association – Colleague Champion Award (Lisa Worley)
- Michigan Museums Association – President’s Award (Mark Heppner)
2021
Preservation & Heritage
- Association of Midwest Museums – Best Practices Award
- MotorCities National Heritage Area – Award of Excellence: Heritage Tourism
- Keep Michigan Beautiful – Michigan Award
Design & Landscape
Visitor Experience
2020
Recognition & Service
- Michigan Museums Association – Colleague Champion Award (Felicia Konrad-Bevard)
- Michigan Museums Association – COVID Crusader Award