Presented by Friends of the Rouge

2026 Speaker Series

About This Event

As we celebrate 40 years of restoring, protecting, and enhancing the Rouge River watershed, we invite you to join us for our 2026 Speaker Series— A River of Knowledge with four afternoons of learning, connection, and inspiration.

Dates: 

  • Sunday, April 26
  • Sunday, July 26
  • Sunday, October 25

Time: 2:00–4:00 PM 

Location: Fair Lane, Home of Henry and Clara Ford, right on your Rouge River in Dearborn, MI 

 

Tickets are $20 per presentation and include admission to that session along with light refreshments.

— choose the sessions that inspire you most and join us for one, or enjoy them all! Come back anytime to purchase future sessions.

Each gathering brings together passionate speakers and curious minds, offering a chance to deepen your shared commitment to the Rouge River. 

Come as you are—business casual attire fits the spirit of the day. Let’s gather by the river, learn together, and celebrate the journey ahead.  

 

Only 100 tickets available per session. Reserve your spot today!

(Please check back for more information on the Oct session)

A River of Knowledge is proudly presented by:

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And sponsored by:

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About This Event

As we celebrate 40 years of restoring, protecting, and enhancing the Rouge River watershed, we invite you to join us for our 2026 Speaker Series— A River of Knowledge with four afternoons of learning, connection, and inspiration.

Dates: 

  • Sunday, April 26
  • Sunday, July 26
  • Sunday, October 25

Time: 2:00–4:00 PM 

Location: Fair Lane, Home of Henry and Clara Ford, right on your Rouge River in Dearborn, MI 

 

Tickets are $20 per presentation and include admission to that session along with light refreshments.

— choose the sessions that inspire you most and join us for one, or enjoy them all! Come back anytime to purchase future sessions.

Each gathering brings together passionate speakers and curious minds, offering a chance to deepen your shared commitment to the Rouge River. 

Come as you are—business casual attire fits the spirit of the day. Let’s gather by the river, learn together, and celebrate the journey ahead.  

 

Only 100 tickets available per session. Reserve your spot today!

(Please check back for more information on the Oct session)

Parking

Park in the parking lot directly across from the house. Enjoy a short, scenic walk along the path to the entrance.

There is construction happening on Evergreen, and Fair Lane Drive is closed. Please consult the following website for detour inforamtion: https://henryfordfairlane.org/construction-detours .

A turnaround is available for drop-offs. Friendly staff will be at the door to greet you.

 

Getting There

Fair Lane: Home of Henry and Clara Ford
1 Fair Lane Drive
Dearborn, Michigan 48128
United States

Questions?

Please contact Nicole at nwilson@therouge.org with any questions.