It’s Your
Moment in
History
Special Events
at the Ford Piquette
Avenue Plant
Create a one
of a kind event.
Let the Ford Avenue Piquette Plant provide
your event with a timeless backdrop—an
urban industrial setting steeped in the past
where guests can walk the same floors a
young Henry Ford walked, sit in the driver’s
seat of a Model T, and mingle where an
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invention that would forever change the world
was born. It’s a setting that is signature Detroit
and can be found nowhere else.
weddings
non-profit events
corporate parties • location shoots
Our Story.
The Ford Avenue Piquette Plant was built in 1904 by the
fledgling Ford Motor Company. It was here that Henry Ford
would produce several car models- including his most famous
automobile- the Model T. Once outside the plant’s walls,
the Model T started a revolution that would put the world on
wheels. When demand for the Model T exceeded the plant’s
capabilities, Ford moved production over to the Highland Park
Plant. The Piquette Avenue Plant was bought by Studebaker
and then later used as a warehouse until it fell into almost total
disuse in the 1990s- gradually becoming just another industrial
building succumbing to the elements. In 2000, the Plant was
saved through the work of members of the Henry Ford Heritage
Association. It is now a National Historic Landmark that
operates as a museum and learning center.
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Facility
Highlights
Capacity
Decorating
Milwaukee Junction Room 2B: 100 seated.
Stationary Assembly Room 3B: 250 seated.
Strolling Events: 300
Set up is available the day before and the day of the event
from 10am- 4pm. The plant is a National Historic Landmark
and museum, so decorations cannot harm the building or
prevent the public from viewing our exhibits.
Handicap Accessible: Yes
Onsite Ceremonies: Yes
Valet Parking: Available
Event Parking & Security
Heating and Cooling
The building does not have central heat or air conditioning.
Portable heaters and air conditioners are available from our
preferred vendors.
Free, secure parking is available for guests and vendors
within a gated interior courtyard. If desired, valet services are
available. Security services are provided for any large event.
Audio & Visual Equipment
A sound system, wireless microphones, podiums, and a pull
down 10 Ft. screens are available. The quality of the sound
system is suitable for meetings only.
Tables & Chairs
Round 60” tables with space for 8 table settings are available
as are an assortment of rectangular tables for catering.
Our chairs have padded cloth seats and backs. If you have
some other vision in mind or if you are in need of additional
seating, we can accommodate rented tables and chairs from
our preferred vendors.
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Ford Piquette Avenue
Plant Preferred Vendors
CATERERS
Epicurean
Slows Barbeque
epicureancateringandevents.com
slowstogo.com/catering
(855) 543.EPIC
(313) 962-9828
Troy, MI
Detroit, MI
Joe’s Gourmet Catering
Golden Spice Catering
joesgourmetcatering.com
goldenspicecatering.com
(313) 527-7423
Detroit, MI
Two Unique
twounique.com
(248) 549-5242
Royal Oak, MI
(248) 477.4333
Livonia, MI
CHAIRS, DANCE FLOOR, OTHER
Bloomfield Party Rental
bloomfieldrentals.com
(248) 332-4700
Bloomfield Hills, MI
(248) 643-6000
Hotz Rental
hotzcatering.com
(800) 990-1599
Warren, MI
Troy, MI
AIR CONDITIONING
Andiamo
andiamoitalia.com
Forte Belanger
fortebelanger.com
(248) 602-4500
Troy, MI
Spot Coolers*
[email protected]
spot-coolers.com
(800) 367-8675
Detroit, MI
*Please speak with James Boncher
HEATING
Bloomfield Party Rentals
bloomfieldrentals.com
(248) 332-4700
Bloomfield Hills, MI
Hotz Rental
hotzcatering.com
(800) 990-1599
Warren, MI
The following are not required, but
recommended:
CHAIR COVERS & LINENS
linenhero.com
Contact: De Vonna Snowden
[email protected]
(855) 269-4376
Madison Heights, MI
DJ & PHOTOBOOTH
Encore Event Group
encoreeventgroup.com
(877) 643-8368
Rockwood, MI
Ford Piquette Avenue
Pricing Schedule
Third Floor Rental Pricing
Maximum: 250 seated or 300 strolling.
Weekend Rental for up to 150 Guests
$ 5,600.00
For up to 200 Guests
$6,600.00
For up to 250 Guests
$7,600.00
Weekday Rental for up to 150 Guests
$3,800.00
For up to 250 Guests
$6,000.00
Additional Rental of 2nd Floor
$ 600.00
Second Floor Rental Pricing
Maximum: 100 seated or strolling.
Weekend Rental for up to 100 Guests
$ 4,500.00
Weekday Rental for up to 100 Guests
$ 2,800.00
Discounts
Seasonal Discount (Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb)
Spark Plug Membership Discount
-$ 500.00
-$ 1,000.00
Equipment Rental Pricing
60” Round Tables (32) Free
8’ Banquet Tables (32)
Free
Banquet Chairs (150)
Free
White Folding Chairs with Padded Seats (300)
$2.00 each
High Top Tables (10)
$5.00 each
$25.00
Bar (1)
See Vendor
Air Conditioners/Heaters
Podium & Speakers (meetings only)
$50.00
Projection Screen (2- 10 ft)
$20.00
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Are you a member?
MEMBERSHIP BENEFIT DISCOUNT
Take advantage of our Spark Plug Membership Discount for your special event.
Members at the Spark Plug level ($1,000) receive a $1,000 discount for all
events—making $1,000 of your total event costs tax deductible.
You may join online at: http://fordpiquetteavenueplant.org, come visit us at the
plant, or give us a call at 313.872.8759.
Let us show
you around.
We are here to help.
Please contact us with any
questions or to set up an
appointment to view the
facility.
Ford Piquette Avenue Plant
www.fordpiquetteplant.org
[email protected]
313-872-8759 Ex. 2
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EVENT PHOTO CREDITS
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