🍪 Cookies with Santa
Santa will make his annual stop at Ford House to visit your children! This year, children will meet Santa by the fireplace in the lakeside St. Clair Room!
🌊 Lake Fest
Lake Fest Has Moved Indoors!
Due to anticipated rain, all Lake Fest activities will now take place inside the Ford House Visitor Center — same fun, hands-on experience, just weatherproof!
On Sale Dates
Friends of Ford House
Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10 a.m.
Public
Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 10 a.m.
Lake Fest
A S.T.E.A.M.-based Learning Festival
Dive into a day of adventure, discovery, and creativity with your family at Lake Fest at Ford House — perfect for young explorers who love science, nature, and art. This fun-filled S.T.E.A.M.-based learning festival brings the wonders of Lake St. Clair to life, from fascinating lake creatures to exciting hands-on activities. You’ll learn about the incredible animals that call the lake home and discover how we can all pitch in to protect the water and wildlife for future generations.
Families, you won’t want to miss this lakeside fun, learning, and adventure day! Keep an eye out for more details, and be sure to grab your tickets soon. See you at Lake Fest, where science, nature, and art meet for a day of excitement at Ford House.
One of our partners for Lake Fest will be Bricks of Hope. Bricks of Hope’s mission is to create play and inspire imagination in sick children by delivering LEGO® to them during their hospital stays. They collect new, unopened LEGO® sets of any size and for any age group. All donated sets will be delivered to a local hospital here in Michigan.
Ford House is excited to partner with Bricks of Hope for this special cause. If you’d like to help, we’ll accept donations of new, unopened Lego sets for children currently residing in local hospitals at Lake Fest. Drop off will be at the Welcome Table and the Bricks of Hope station.
What to Expect
Meet Your Heroes
Get up close with real-life heroes and see how they keep our waters safe.
Scavenger Hunt
Embark on a thrilling hunt across our grounds and uncover hidden lake treasures!
Wildlife Encounters
Discover the ducks, birds, and critters that thrive around Ford House and Lake St. Clair.
Water Conservation Games
Team up and learn playful ways to keep our water clean.
Explore Nature
Chat with experts about the natural wonders surrounding us.
Participating Organizations
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🍪 Sensory-Friendly Cookies with Santa
A quieter, more inclusive Santa experience for children with sensory sensitivities. Join us at Ford House for Cookies with Santa in a calm, welcoming setting.
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ADMISSIONS
- Friend Adult: $7
- Friend Child (age 3-17): $5
- Public Adult: $10
- Public Child (age 3-17): $7
- Child (age 0-2): Free
- Friend Adult: $7
- Friend Child (age 3-12): $5
- Public Adult: $10
- Public Child (age 3-12): $7
- Child (age 0-2): Free
Refund Policy
All ticket sales, memberships, and other purchases are non-refundable. Refunds will only be issued if Ford House closes or cancels an event. In such cases, guests with tickets or reservations will be notified.
Accessibility
At Ford House, we are committed to ensuring all guests can enjoy our events. If you have any questions or need additional information about accessibility before booking your tickets, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. You can contact us at info@fordhouse.org or call 313-884-4222, and we’ll be happy to assist you.
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Enhance your experience by becoming a Friend of Ford House where you’ll enjoy exclusive perks like discounts on tickets, dining, and shopping, all while supporting this historic estate. Or reserve a table at The Continental for a perfect lunch or dinner before the event. And review Ford House rules and policies to make the most of your visit.
