Hours of Operation
Spring and Summer
- Tuesday through Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Tours begin at 10 a.m.)
- Thursday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Tours begin at 10 a.m.)
- Sundays, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Tours begin at 10 a.m.)
Fall (Starting November 1)
- Tuesday through Wednesday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Tours begin at 10 a.m.)
- Thursday through Saturday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Tours begin at 10 a.m.)
- Sunday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Tours begin at 10 a.m.)
Winter (Through March 31)
- Tuesday through Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Tours begin at 10 a.m.)
- Thursday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Tours begin at 10 a.m.)
- Sundays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Tours begin at 10 a.m.)
Holiday Closures
We will be closed on the following holidays: Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. We remain open on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve with special hours.
House Tours + Grounds Pass
Tour the Fords’ Main Residence and explore the 87 acres of lakeside grounds and gardens.
- Self-paced explorations: Want to tour at your own pace? Self-guided House & Grounds Passes are available.
- Guided tours: Would you prefer a guided experience or want to learn more? Find dates and times, and purchase tickets here.
- Hours may vary to accommodate special events. Check the calendar here for available tour dates and times.
Grounds Passes
Please note that Grounds Admission hours change monthly. Below are typical hours.
- Tuesday through Sunday, 8 a.m. – sunset
- Friends of Ford House Mondays, 8 a.m. – sunset
Grounds Passes may be purchase here.
Friends of Ford House show their cards at the gate and do not need to show a ticket. Friends may also walk their dogs. Click here to become a Friend of Ford House.
The Continental
Business hours for The Continental at Ford House, our lakeside dining restaurant:
- Monday, Closed
- Tuesday-Wednesday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (Lunch Only)
- Thursday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (Lunch) and 4 p.m.-8 p.m. (Dinner)
- Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (Brunch Only)
Reservations are highly recommended. Call 313-884-4222 for reservations.
The Speedster
Business hours for The Speedster, our quick-service dining (no reservation necessary):
- Monday, Closed
- Tuesday-Wednesday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Thursday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
- Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
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