🎨 Art Camp (SOLD OUT)

Ignite your teen's creativity at our Art Camp, which is designed exclusively for ages 13 to 15. Each day promises a thrilling new artistic adventure, from glass fusing with the local Fired and Fused studio to exploring printmaking techniques and crafting with polymer clay.

Jul 14 - 18

Sold Out

1:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Visitor Center

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🎵 Outdoor Summer Concert: Dancing Queen – An ABBA Salute

Kick off Ford House’s 2025 Outdoor Summer Concert series with a spectacular night featuring Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute! Get ready for an energetic evening as the hits of ABBA fill the air, bringing the magic of one of the world’s most beloved bands to life. From “Mamma Mia” to “Dancing Queen,” this tribute band will have you singing and dancing along under the stars.

Jul 18

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Terrace at the Main Residence

1100 Lake Shore Road

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📘 Storytime: Maybe Something BeautifulRepeating Event

For the month of July, we’re inviting all little artists for a fun-filled, creative journey at Storytime! We’ll read Maybe Something Beautiful by F. Isabel Campoy and Theresa Howell, illustrated by Rafael Lopez.

Jul 22

10:30 am - 11:00 am

Jensen Kahn Classrooms (Visitor Center)

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✈️ Travel TalesRepeating Event

Every week from June 20 to August 15, children ages 4 and up 7 can dive into captivating bug tales and get creative with artsy projects.

Jul 24

10:30 am - 11:30 am

Jensen Kahn Classrooms (Visitor Center)

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🌊 Lake Fest

Spend the day on the shores of Lake St. Clair as you enjoy Lake Fest,

Jul 26

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Grounds

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📘 Storytime: This is Taco!Repeating Event

Join us every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Storytime at Ford House, a free program designed to inspire young imaginations! Perfect for children aged 7 and under, this weekly event features engaging children’s books read by our education team, paired with a fun, interactive activity inspired by the story. 

Aug 05

10:30 am - 11:00 am

Jensen Kahn Classrooms (Visitor Center)

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🎵 Outdoor Summer Concert: Michigan Philharmonic “On Broadway”

Get ready for a sensational night of live vocals and orchestral brilliance at Ford House’s Michigan Philharmonic Outdoor Summer Concert – an unforgettable ode to Broadway under the stars!

Aug 15

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Terrace at the Main Residence

1100 Lake Shore Road

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📘 Storytime: Iggy Peck, ArchitectRepeating Event

This September, Storytime at Ford House invites young builders and big imaginations! Enjoy a lively reading of Iggy Peck, Architect and join Bricks of Hope for hands-on building fun—all while supporting children in local hospitals through LEGO® donations. This free program is perfect for children ages 7 and under.

Sep 02

10:30 am - 11:00 am

Jensen Kahn Classrooms (Visitor Center)

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📚 Story Festival

Calling all young bookworms, Story Festival is here! Join us for a delightful outdoor reading where imagination takes flight and the joy of reading comes alive.

Sep 06

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Grounds

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🎵 Outdoor Summer Concert: The Dave Hamilton Band

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

Sep 12

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Terrace at the Main Residence

1100 Lake Shore Road

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🍂 Harvest Day

Kickstarting the season is Harvest Day! Donuts, market vendors, farm animals, and more!

Sep 27

12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Grounds

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📘 Storytime: My ShadowRepeating Event

Step into the world of light and shadow for a fun-filled adventure! We’ll start by reading My Shadow by Robert Louis Stevenson, beautifully illustrated by Sara Sanchez. Then, let your imagination shine as we play with shadows in exciting and creative ways!

Oct 07

10:30 am - 11:00 am

Jensen Kahn Classrooms (Visitor Center)

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