Upcoming HFE Events 2010


The Legacy of Jens Jensen at
the Henry Ford Estate


Garden Path                                                                                                                     Valerie Truax

A Special Exhibit by the
Artists' Society of Dearborn
July 1 - August 31, 2010
Henry Ford Estate - University of Michigan- Dearborn

Celebrating the anniversary of Jen Jensen's 150th birthday


Cultural Landscape Symposium 2010:
Prairie Style Design Legacy in SE Michigan and Relevance Today

A CENTURY AGO, the natural landscape of the Midwest inspired a
new American architectural and landscape design expression known as the Prairie Style. The 150th birthday anniversary of landscape designer Jens Jensen in 2010, offers a timely and unique opportunity to explore the Prairie Style legacy in southeast Michigan.

WHEN:

Friday, October 1 and Saturday, October 2, 2010

WHERE:

  • The Henry Ford Estate and The Henry Ford's Benson Ford Research Center in Dearborn

  • The Edsel & Eleanor Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores

  • Nichols Arboretum, the Bentley Historical Library, and Matthaei Botanical Gardens in Ann Arbor

Presentations at these sites will focus on the historical context of the Prairie Style in early 20th century; the designs and cultural contributions brought to these properties by early practitioners of this style; interpretation techniques being developed; sites and sources for additional resources on the topic; and future significance of Prairie Style landscapes as related to sustainability issues.

The Symposium is limited to approximately
60 participants due to facility size limitations.

Please contact Karen Marzonie, Landscape Manager, Henry Ford Estate
 at 313-593-5580 or 
marzonie@umd.umich.edu
for more information.

DOWNLOAD THE SYMPOSIUM REGISTRATION FORM HERE (.pdf)

DOWNLOAD THE SYMPOSIUM PROGRAM ITINERARY HERE (excel file)

PLEASE NOTE: All checks should be made payable to "University of Michigan-Dearborn". Please write in the memo line "HFE Landscape Symposium"


 


Henry Ford Estate and 
Edsel & Eleanor Ford House to Unite 

An Important Announcement !

wnership of the Henry Ford Estate will soon be transferred to the the Edsel & Eleanor Ford House, located in Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan. The Estate is currently owned by the University of Michigan-Dearborn and is located on the University's campus. The Ford House has announced exciting plans for Estate renovations and improvements that will enhance the visitor experience. The Estate is expected to close at some point in 2011 for renovations but not sooner than December 31, 2010. The Estate is expected to reopen in phases beginning in 2013. 

To read more about the upcoming changes at the Estate: 

click here

 

 




4901 Evergreen Road
Dearborn, MI, 48128
313.593.5590
313.593.5243 fax
www.henryfordestate.org

 


For more information, please call 313.593.5590 or visit henryfordestate.org

Due to the unique nature of the Fair Lane Estate (A national historic landmark), every effort is made to preserve the Estate's buildings in their original condition. Therefore, the Henry Ford Estate is neither fully air–conditioned nor handicap accessible. 

For the safety of this historic property, and the comfort of our non–smoking guests, the Henry Ford Estate is a smoke–free environment.


Plenty of on-site parking is available. 


Plan your event at Henry Ford Estate

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THE HENRY FORD ESTATE ~ NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARK 
4901 Evergreen Road, Dearborn, MI 48128
313.593.5590 phone, 313.593.5243 fax, grodgers@umd.umich.edu
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