The Ford House
Museums
As the former home of Edsel and Eleanor Ford, The Ford House, in Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan, sits on an 87-acre estate on the shores of Lake St. Clair. In 2021, the foundation opened a new, 40,000-square-foot visitor center and 17,000-square-foot administration building. Included in the new facility were a restaurant, event space, and exhibition galleries.
Since then, Exhibit Concepts is honored to have partnered with The Ford House on several projects aimed at carrying on the legacy of the Ford family.
"Wish You Were Here"
Opened in June 2025, Exhibit Concepts partnered with the team at The Ford House to install its newest temporary exhibit that highlighted the Ford family’s travels. Starting with interpretive workshops, the team was able to design and fabricate a space rich with engaging storytelling and historical detail. In addition to classic exhibitry, the space also offers several digital engagements aimed at drawing in visitors through interaction.
- 2025
- ~1,800+ ft²
"Making It Work"
“Making It Work” debuted in 2023. Opening in a nearly 2,000 sq. ft. temporary gallery space, Exhibit Concepts partnered with the team at The Ford House for interpretive workshops, design, fabrication and installation. The project featured classic exhibitry with unique, digital engagements telling the story of the staff that lived alongside the Ford family. Exhibit Concepts’ NEXT Lab team took an active role in curating an immersive and impactful experience which included a large, dual-projection A/V display and digital engagements featuring interactive, rotating storylines.
- 2023
- ~1,800+ ft²
Introduction to Interpretive Planning | Infographic
An interpretive plan is a cornerstone for museum and cultural institutions aiming to inspire, educate, and engage visitors.
The Ford House | Tradition and Technology
Exhibit Concepts goes beyond design and build. Our teams can take complex topics and storylines and create compelling narratives suitable for all audiences.
Interpretive Planning: The Benefits, Process, and What to Expect
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