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The Michigan Anti-Cruelty Society's Pooch Prance is this Sunday, September 8, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. A donation is required to be on the grounds during this time and it can be made at macsshelter.org. The grounds will be open to the public and Friends of Ford House from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The Continental at Ford House will open at 11 a.m. Guests with reservations should enter through the North Gate. Please note that only guided tours are available on this day (no dogs allowed on tours).

Learn About Our Education Programs

From tours to trivia night! Our education programs are perfect for the entire family.

Ford Cove Project

Ford House, the historic estate of Edsel and Eleanor Ford, is teaming up with the Great Lakes Commission (GLC) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for a project to restore disappearing wildlife habitats along the shoreline of Ford Cove on Lake St. Clair — part of Michigan’s Great Lakes waterway.

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Family Picnics (A Friends of Ford House Perk)

Aug 6 — Aug 20

Dining, Drinks, & Teas , Friends of Ford House Featured Event , Nature & Outdoors

All Day

Bring your picnic supplies or pick up lunch from The Speedster and enjoy a weekday picnic at Ford House.
Botany & Brews

Aug 7

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!
Shakespeare Stroll with Grosse Pointe Theatre

Aug 8

Adult Experiences , Dining, Drinks, & Teas , Nature & Outdoors

6 p.m.

Experience the magic of Shakespeare like never before with the Shakespeare Stroll, co-produced by Grosse Pointe Theatre and Ford House.
Outdoor Summer Concert: Dave Hamilton Band (SOLD OUT)

Aug 9

Adult Experiences , Concerts & Music , Families & Children , Nature & Outdoors

7 p.m.

Ford House's summer concert series transforms the sprawling estate into a symphony of melodies under the open sky.
Explorers: Night Sky

Aug 10

Families & Children , Nature & Outdoors

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.
Art Fair at Ford House

Aug 17 — Aug 18

Art & Art Making

August 17 - 18 at 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Discover the magic of local creativity at the Art Fair at Ford House! Come for the art, stay for the inspiration!
Dog Days of Summer

Aug 20 — Aug 25

Families & Children , Nature & Outdoors , Tours & Explorations

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.
Nonprofit Mixer

Aug 22

Adult Experiences , Lectures, Talks, & Demonstrations

August 22 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Join the Grosse Pointe Chamber of Commerce and Ford House for the Nonprofit Mixer!
Workshop: The Poem's in the Detail

Aug 22

Adult Experiences , Lectures, Talks, & Demonstrations

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.
Outdoor Summer Concert: Michigan Philharmonic presents "Car-Tunes!"

Aug 23

Concerts & Music , Families & Children , Nature & Outdoors

6:30 p.m.

Ford House's summer concert series transforms the sprawling estate into a symphony of melodies under the open sky.