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Design Through The Decades: Guided Tour
Daily in August (Excludes August 1 and Mondays)
Enjoy a time-traveling experience through centuries of design styles at the Ford Family’s home. Immerse yourself in centuries of captivating design styles and discover the creative choices that shaped this residence over nearly five decades.
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Archaeology Lecture: What is a House Without its Yard?
11 a.m.
What is a house without its yard? In historical research, buildings are inseparable from their surrounding landscapes. To fully understand the site, you need information from the buildings and landscapes.
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Family Picnics (A Friends of Ford House Perk)
All Day
Bring your picnic supplies or pick up lunch from The Speedster and enjoy a weekday picnic at Ford House.
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Storytime: What Do You Do With an Idea?
Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Unlock the power of imagination with Storytime at Ford House! Immerse your little ones in a world of creativity and wonder as we delve into "What Do You Do With an Idea?" by Kobi Yamada.
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Botany & Brews
Behind-the-Scenes , Dining, Drinks, & Teas , Friends of Ford House Featured Event , Lectures, Talks, & Demonstrations , Nature & Outdoors
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
What's better than admiring and learning about the Ford House gardens while enjoying a cold beer or hot coffee? Don't miss this event!
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Shakespeare Stroll with Grosse Pointe Theatre
6 p.m.
Experience the magic of Shakespeare like never before with the Shakespeare Stroll, co-produced by Grosse Pointe Theatre and Ford House.
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Outdoor Summer Concert: Dave Hamilton Band
7 p.m.
Ford House's summer concert series transforms the sprawling estate into a symphony of melodies under the open sky.
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Explorers: Night Sky
11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Discover the wonders of the night sky at Explorers: Night Sky at Ford House! Unlock the mysteries of the celestial realm and unravel the secrets of the night stars.
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Movie on the Meadow 🎥
Grounds open at 7:30 p.m., Concessions at 8 p.m. and Film begins at 9 p.m.
Friends of Ford House, grab your loved ones and get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with laughs and excitement!
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Dog Days of Summer
August 20 -25 from 8 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
You and your beloved canine friend are invited to explore the breathtaking gardens and grounds that Ford House has to offer.
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Workshop: The Poem's in the Detail
August 22 at 6 p.m.
Led by Nandi Comer, the Poet Laureate of Michigan, this workshop offers a rare opportunity to learn from a celebrated poet with deep roots in Detroit.
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Outdoor Summer Concert: Michigan Philharmonic presents "Car-Tunes!"
6:30 p.m.
Ford House's summer concert series transforms the sprawling estate into a symphony of melodies under the open sky.