An annual Friendship is a great way to enjoy all that Ford House has to offer!

 

After thoughtful consideration and a desire to better reflect the warm and welcoming community that our organization represents, we are thrilled to announce that our membership program is getting a fresh new name: Friends of Ford House.

This change captures the essence of the supportive and communal spirit within our organization and highlights the importance of “friendship” in the continued success of Ford House. This new name better aligns with the values and camaraderie that make our organization so special.

This change also helps clarify your role at Ford House. By being a Friend, your support ensures that our mission is served, allowing us to continue offering engaging educational and sustainability programs as well as growing our public programs to a larger and more diverse community.

PLEASE NOTE: Physical Friendship cards are no longer mailed as part of our sustainability initiatives. Friends receive a digital card in their email and can add it to their smartphone’s digital wallet by following the instructions here. If you require a physical card, please click here to request one.

Perks of Friendship

All Friendship levels include:

  • Digital Friendship card so you don’t have to carry a physical card to enjoy Ford House.
  • Free self-guided House and Grounds passes.
  • 50% Discount on Guided Tours.
  • Enjoy reciprocity at more than 300 gardens nationwide through the American Horticultural Society Reciprocal Admission Program
  • Access to the grounds seven days a week from 8 a.m. to sunset.
  • Walk your dog on the grounds, excluding Bird Island.
  • Discount on photography sessions.
  • Exclusive events and experiences that are not available to the public.
    • NEW: We’re adding more Friends-exclusive events throughout the year!
  • Early registration and discounts on event tickets.
  • 20% off tickets to Home for the Holidays at Ford House.
  • 20% discount in The Shop at Ford House.
  • 20% discount on dining, excluding alcohol.
  • NEW PERK: 10% off Friendship renewals when renewing at least 30 days before expiration.
  • NEW PERK: Opportunity to volunteer (coming soon)!

Friendship Opportunities

Your Ford House Friendship includes all of the above plus the following benefits:

Opportunity Price/Year Admissions Additional Perks Purchase
Individual $50 1 adult Purchase
Dual (NEW) $75 2 adults from the same household Purchase
Family (BEST VALUE) $100 2 adults from the same household
+ children or grandchildren (18 years and younger)
+ 1 guest
Purchase
Family Plus $200 2 adults (from the same household)

+ children or grandchildren (18 and younger)

+ 2 guests

Complimentary Ford House gift when joining Purchase
Fan $400 2 adults (from the same household)

+ children or grandchildren (18 and younger)

+ 4 guests

 

Complimentary Ford House gift when joining

Reciprocal admission to more than 100 museums through the ROAM program.

 

Purchase
President’s Club $1,250 2 adults (from the same household)

+ children or grandchildren (18 and younger)

+ 4 guests

Complimentary Ford House gift when joining

Reciprocal admission to more than 100 museums through the ROAM program.

Complimentary Annual President’s Club event

Purchase
1928 Circle (NEW) $2,500 2 adults (from the same household)

+ children or grandchildren (18 and younger)

+ 4 guests

Complimentary Ford House gift when joining

Reciprocal admission to more than 100 museums through the ROAM program.

20% off Room Rental

Private wine reception on the historic core for up to ten guests

Purchase

For questions about Friendship, please contact friendship@fordhouse.org or call 313-884-4222.

Annual Friendship Options

Friendships expire after one year, at the end of the month of purchase. For example, if you purchased your Friendship on April 1, 2024, your Friendship will expire on April 30, 2025. Click below to purchase, renew, or gift a Friendship.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are several "How To" tutorials as you navigate our Friendship portal. For questions about Friends of Ford House, please contact friendship@fordhouse.org or call 313-884-4222.

ZERO-TOLERANCE POLICY

Ford House has a zero-tolerance policy regarding intimidation, threats, or other behaviors that do not align with Ford House values, and individuals who engage in such activities will be removed from the premises and barred from returning. Friendships are intended for noncommercial use by individual Friends and guests and cannot be transferred. Ford House reserves the right to refuse or revoke Friendship and/or deny admission without refund for noncompliance with applicable rules and terms or for inappropriate conduct. Purchase of an annual Friendship does not entitle the purchaser to renewal in a subsequent year.

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Special Thanks

Ford House is grateful for the generous support of Ford Motor Company Fund and helping us fulfill our educational mission and making Ford House more accessible to our community.

About Ford House

Ford House is a 501c3 nonprofit and National Historic Landmark. Experience the historic family home of Edsel Ford, the only son of Henry Ford, and his wife, Eleanor. Now a National Historic Landmark, visitors from all over the world come to wander, wonder, and explore the beauty of this 1928 National Historic Landmark and uncover a unique piece of the American automotive story in metro Detroit. Learn more below.