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About Edsel and Eleanor Ford House

Welcome to Edsel and Eleanor Ford House, a historic estate and museum located on the shores of Lake St. Clair in Grosse Pointe Shores, just northeast of Detroit. This private event venue offers versatile spaces for gatherings, tours, and on-site dining within a beautifully preserved face of mid-century elegance. We’ve got you covered with practical details on parking, transportation, accessibility, and nearby lodging and dining so you can plan a seamless visit or event.

Note: Ford House does not currently offer wedding ceremonies or receptions. For planning purposes, we provide a range of private event spaces, guided tours, and seasonal programs perfect for corporate outings, private parties (non-ceremony), and special occasions.

Event spaces and capacities — The Ford House offers several flexible indoor spaces for private events and programs:

  • Lake Shore Room (Indoor): Seated 180; Strolling 230; Theatre 200
  • Jensen & Kahn Room: Seated 80; Strolling 100; Theatre 100; Classroom 70
  • St. Clair Room: Seated 40; Theatre 50

Private events are hosted with a focus on education and celebration in a historic setting. Tours and programs such as Main Residence guided tours, All About Eleanor guided tours, garden/grounds tours, and special exhibitions are regularly offered, giving guests a rich sense of Ford family history and the estate’s architecture.

Parking, transit, and accessibility — Free parking is available in the Visitor Lot. A shuttle runs between the Visitor Center, Main Residence, and Gate Lodge, with a lift and other mobility aids available. Walking routes are clearly marked with accessible options, and accessibility information and services are listed on Ford House site for planning assistance.

Nearby hotels and dining — For overnight stays, consider these nearby options and our recommended partners for convenience and comfort:

  • The Westin Book Cadillac Detroit (Downtown Detroit) – premium full-service hotel connected to downtown hubs
  • The Townsend Hotel (Birmingham, MI) – boutique luxury with acclaimed dining
  • Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center (Downtown Detroit) – large hotel with riverfront access

We’ve highlighted partner hotels and nearby dining options to help you plan a comfortable stay when visiting the Ford House for tours, programs, or private events. When you’re ready to book, we’ll guide you to secure your seats and spaces with ease.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 1100 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Shores, MI 48236.
  • Venue type: Historic estate/museum with private event spaces (Main Residence Grounds, Visitor Center, and on-site dining).
  • Event spaces and capacities: Lake Shore Room (Indoor) — Seated 180; Strolling 230; Theatre 200; Jensen & Kahn Room — Seated 80; Strolling 100; Theatre 100; Classroom 70; St. Clair Room — Seated 40; Theatre 50.
  • Private events policy: Ford House does not currently offer wedding ceremonies or receptions.
  • Parking and transit: Free parking in the Visitor Lot; shuttle service between Visitor Center, Main Residence, and Gate Lodge; walking routes with accessible options.
  • Transit/accessibility: Shuttle with lift available; mobility aids available; accessibility info and services listed on the site.
  • Nearby hotels: The Westin Book Cadillac Detroit (Downtown Detroit); The Townsend Hotel (Birmingham, MI); Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center (Downtown Detroit).
  • Notable events hosted: Outdoor Summer Concert Series (three lakeside evenings); Broadway at Ford House (Hamilton, Wicked performances); All About Eleanor tours; other concerts and seasonal programs.
  • Notable tours and programs: Main Residence guided tours; All About Eleanor Guided Tour; Garden/grounds tours and special exhibitions.