![]() ![]() The Riding Stables and Lodge have since been lost to fire. The structures have suffered from lack of use, but continue to fascinate visitors and serve as a popular park attraction. Many alterations were made to the estate over the years to accommodate various uses, until state budget cuts in the 1980’s lead to closure of the structures. Three years after Edsel’s passing in 1943, Eleanor sold the estate to our state park system, which eventually became Highland Recreation Area. The role of this 2,422 acre estate, was that of relaxation and creation, a leisure estate that included: Lodge - the Ford family’s residence at Haven Hill Riding Stables - home to the family’s prized riding horsesīarn - housing for sheep, work horses and Black Angus cattleĬarriage House - three car log garage with living quarters Gate House - the estate’s primary entrance ![]() The plan was to construct self-sufficient retreat as a diversion from the hustle and bustle of city life - a retreat that was more convenient than a lengthy drive north.ĭuring the Edsel & Eleanor Ford family years, the Haven Hill Estate consisted of five structures: September 17, 1919: Henry & Edsel became sole owners of Ford Motor Company.Įdsel Ford, only child of Henry Ford, began purchasing parcels of land in Highland and White Lake Townships in 1923. January 1, 1919: Edsel Ford became president of Ford Motor Company. November 6, 1893: Edsel Bryant Ford was born.Īugust 1, 1916: Edsel Ford married Eleanor Lowthian Clay. Supporter of Charles Lindbergh’s famous transatlantic flight, and Admiral Richard E. ![]() President of The Ford Motor Company from 1919-1943.Ĭhairman of the Detroit Institute of Arts and a founding patron of the New York Museum of Modern Art. Helped design & introduced the Mercury and Continental automobiles. Common thought is that this At A GlimpseĮdsel Ford was the son of the “Man of the Millennium”, Henry Ford. This vehicle was not well received by the public, ironically because of it's forward-thinking modern design. To this day, Edsel remains the longest running president in the history of The Ford Motor Company.Īfter Edsel’s passing the Ford Motor Company released the “Edsel” automobile as a tribute to his many contributions to the company and to the public. It was from that studio, that Edsel began his automotive drawings - the beginning of what would eventually become a tremendous asset to the Ford Motor Company, as Edsel later introduced the Ford Model A, the Mercury, and the Continental automobiles, reflecting his design genius.Įdsel Ford held the position of president of The Ford Motor Company from 1919 until his untimely passing at age 49, in 1943. His father, Henry Ford, encouraged that passion, and built Edsel a private art studio above the garage of Edsel’s childhood home in Detroit, MI. Member Resources FOHRA Member Tips and Resources Volunteer HoursĮdsel Ford developed a passion for art at a very early age.Art and Media The FOHRA Theatre Memories in Time - The People of Haven Hill People of Haven Hill Video Intro People of Haven Hill - Study Sketches TNOHH Pics TNOHH About the Artist - Lawrence Falardeau HSRA Photos Volunteer Pics Lodge Photos The Gate House's New Roof HHF Photos HH and HSRA Photos Media Kits.Activities and Events Programs and Events Redbud Reveal Haven Hill Festival Vintage Base Ball Annual Meeting Hiking.About HSRA and Haven Hill About HSRA Cedar Creek Trail Map of Features HSRA Links Haven Hill History The Gate House The Carriage House Lodge Site The Farm Center History Links The Edsel Ford Barn GSUSA 1956 Roundup Some 1956 GS Roundup Pics Other Friends.FOHRA Supporters Affiliate Orgs Our Sponsors. ![]()
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