Frequently Asked Questions

Estate Hours

The Visitor Center is open on the following days:

Summer Hours (beginning May 2):

• Tuesday through Wednesday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Tours begin at 10 a.m.)
• Thursday through Saturday, 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. (Tours begin at 10 a.m.)
• Sundays, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Tours begin at 10 a.m.)

Fall Hours:

• Tuesday through Wednesday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Thursday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
• Sundays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Holidays

Ford House is closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. We are open on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.

We take the safety and well-being of our members, visitors, and staff seriously, which is why we have certain restrictions regarding the items prohibited from being brought onto the property. Please review the following list of prohibited items carefully.

The Following Items Are Not Be Permitted (Including But Not Limited To): 

• Weapons of any kind (including firearms, BB-pellet guns, tasers, pocket knives, box cutters, mace, chemical sprays, brass knuckles, etc.)
• Law enforcement officers are permitted to carry while visiting the Estate.

Please note that this list is not exhaustive, and we reserve the right to remove any individual or item that we deem inappropriate, dangerous, or in violation of our policies, and bags are subject to search. If you are unsure about the eligibility of a particular item, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us directly for clarification at info@fordhouse.org or 313-884-4222.

By visiting Edsel & Eleanor Ford House, you agree to abide by these restrictions and understand that failure to comply may result in your removal from the property and/or your membership revoked, if applicable. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain a safe environment for everyone.

Estate Hours

The Visitor Center is open on the following days:

Summer Hours (beginning May 2):

• Tuesday through Wednesday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Tours begin at 10 a.m.)
• Thursday through Saturday, 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. (Tours begin at 10 a.m.)
• Sundays, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Tours begin at 10 a.m.)

Fall Hours:

• Tuesday through Wednesday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Thursday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
• Sundays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Holidays

Ford House is closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. We are open on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.

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.