Hours of Operation
| Visitor Center & The Shop | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day | January | Feb 1–Mar 7 | Mar 8–31 | April | May–September | October | Nov–December |
| Tue–Wed | 10 a.m.–5 p.m. | 10 a.m.–5 p.m. | 10 a.m.–5 p.m. | 10 a.m.–6 p.m. | 10 a.m.–6 p.m. | 10 a.m.–6 p.m. | 10 a.m.–5 p.m. |
| Thu–Sat | 10 a.m.–8 p.m. | 10 a.m.–8 p.m. | 10 a.m.–8 p.m. | 10 a.m.–8 p.m. | 10 a.m.–8 p.m. | 10 a.m.–8 p.m. | 10 a.m.–8 p.m. |
| Sun | 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. | 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. | 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. | 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m. | 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m. | 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m. | 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. |
Grounds Admission Self-guided access to the gardens and estate groundsReserve Tickets | ||
|---|---|---|
| Period | Opens | Last Entry |
| January | 8 a.m. | 4:30 p.m. |
| Feb 1–Mar 7 | 8 a.m. | 5:00 p.m. |
| Mar 8–31 | 8 a.m. | 6:30 p.m. |
| April | 8 a.m. | 7:00 p.m. |
| May | 8 a.m. | 7:30 p.m. |
| June | 8 a.m. | 8:00 p.m. |
| July | 8 a.m. | 8:00 p.m. |
| August | 8 a.m. | 7:30 p.m. |
| September | 8 a.m. | 7:00 p.m. |
| October | 8 a.m. | 5:30 p.m. |
| November–December | 8 a.m. | 4:00 p.m. |
Grounds admission hours are the same Tuesday through Sunday. Grounds close at sunset.
House + Grounds Admission Self-guided exploration of the Main Residence and groundsReserve Tickets | ||
|---|---|---|
| Period | Opens | Last Entry |
| January | 11 a.m. | 3:00 p.m. |
| Feb 1–Mar 7 | 11 a.m. | 3:00 p.m. |
| Mar 8–31 | 11 a.m. | 3:00 p.m. |
| April | 11 a.m. | 3:00 p.m. |
| May | 11 a.m. | 4:00 p.m. |
| June | 11 a.m. | 4:00 p.m. |
| July | 11 a.m. | 4:00 p.m. |
| August | 11 a.m. | 4:00 p.m. |
| September | 11 a.m. | 3:00 p.m. |
| October | 11 a.m. | 3:00 p.m. |
| November–December | 11 a.m. | 3:00 p.m. |
House + Grounds Admission hours are the same Tuesday through Sunday.
| The Speedster | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day | January | Feb 1–Mar 7 | Mar 8–31 | April | May–September | October | Nov–December |
| Tue–Wed | 11 a.m.–4 p.m. | ||||||
| Thu–Sat | 11 a.m.–8 p.m. | ||||||
| Sun | 10 a.m.–4 p.m. | ||||||
The ContinentalBook Your Reservation | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day | January | Feb 1–Mar 7 | Mar 8–31 | April | May–September | October | Nov–December |
| Tue–Wed | Lunch 11 a.m.–3 p.m. | ||||||
| Thu–Fri | Lunch 11 a.m.–3 p.m. | Dinner 4–8 p.m. | ||||||
| Sat | Lunch 11 a.m.–3 p.m.Dinner 4–8 p.m. | Lunch 11 a.m.–3 p.m.Dinner 4–8 p.m. | Lunch 11 a.m.–3 p.m.Dinner 4–8 p.m. | Brunch 10 a.m.–3 p.m.Dinner 4–8 p.m. | Lunch 11 a.m.–3 p.m.Dinner 4–8 p.m. | Lunch 11 a.m.–3 p.m.Dinner 4–8 p.m. | Lunch 11 a.m.–3 p.m.Dinner 4–8 p.m. |
| Sun | Brunch 10 a.m.–3 p.m. | ||||||
May–September: All auxiliary buildings are open: the Garage, Playhouse, Power House, and Recreation Building.
January–April and October–December: The Garage, Playhouse, and Power House are open. The Recreation Building is closed.
House & Grounds Admission
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 Admission
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 Admission may be purchase here.
Friends of Ford House must show their card at the Main Gate. 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)
- Saturday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (Brunch) 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 (January-December) for The Speedster, our quick-service counter (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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