In response to the recent ban on pit bulls in Grosse Pointe Shores, Ford House wishes to remind visitors that, in accordance with our organizational value of inclusion for all, 𝘄𝗲 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗱𝗼𝗴𝘀 𝗮𝘀 𝘄𝗲 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲! During operating hours, Ford House members are welcome to walk their dogs on leash on the property, excluding Bird Island.
An annual Ford House Membership is a great way to enjoy all that Ford House has to offer!
Your support helps us preserve our historical resources, maintain the beauty of our grounds and gardens, and provide programs for our community.
Enjoy the benefits of the Ford House Membership by purchasing or renewing your membership.
Memberships expire after one year, at the end of the month of purchase. For example, if you purchased a membership on April 1, 2023, your membership will expire on April 30, 2024.
Here are several "How To" tutorials as you navigate our membership portal. For questions about membership, please contact membership@fordhouse.org or call 313-884-4222.
All membership levels include:
Your Ford House membership (or a gift membership) includes all of the above, plus the following benefits:
| Level | Price/Year | Admissions + Benefits* | Buy Now |
| Individual | $45 | 1 adult plus 1 guest | Purchase |
| Family/Grandparent | $60 | 2 adults (from the same household), plus children or grandchildren (18 years and younger), and 1 guest | Purchase |
| Fan | $125 | 2 adults (from the same household), plus children or grandchildren (18 years and younger), and up to 2 guests
+ Complimentary Ford House gift |
Purchase |
| Friend | $250 | 2 adults (from the same household), plus children or grandchildren (18 and younger), and up to 4 guests
+ Complimentary Ford House gift + Reciprocal admission to more than 100 museums through the ROAM program. |
Purchase |
| President’s Circle | $1000 | 2 adults (from the same household), plus children or grandchildren (18 and younger), and up to 4 guests
+ Complimentary Ford House gift +Reciprocal admission to more than 100 museums through the ROAM program. + One private, tour guide-led tour for 10 guests |
Purchase |
* Includes all benefits listed above plus admissions and benefits mentioned.
PLEASE NOTE: Physical membership cards are no longer mailed as part of our sustainability initiatives. Members 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 order one.
For questions about membership, please contact membership@fordhouse.org or call 313-884-4222. Memberships are fully tax-deductible to the extent of the law
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. Memberships are intended for noncommercial use by individual members and guests and cannot be transferred. Ford House reserves the right to refuse or revoke membership and/or deny admission without refund for noncompliance with applicable rules and terms or for inappropriate conduct. Purchase of an annual membership does not entitle the purchaser to renewal in a subsequent year.
Members enjoy free Self-Guided Tours of the Fords’ historic home.
Dog walks and happy pups are a membership privilege.
Members enjoy discounts and early access to tickets for many of our programs and events.
The estate provides the perfect backdrop for photography, from family and newborn photos, engagements to bride-and-groom portraits, high school senior and prom photos, and more.
