Ford House
Kathleen Mullins has a diverse and extensive work experience. Kathleen began their career as the Executive Director at the Northern Indiana Center for History in 1982 and held this position until 1996. From 1990 to 1999, they served as a Board of Trustees member at the Indiana Historical Society. In 1996, Kathleen became the President of Montpelier at the National Trust for Historic Preservation, where they remained until 1999. Kathleen then transitioned to become the President of the Strawbery Banke Museum from 1999 to 2003. In 2004, they earned their Ph.D. from Purdue University and joined the American Association of Museums as a member. From 1995 to 2010, they were also involved with the American Association for State and Local History as a Council and Member. Kathleen's career continued to progress as they became the President and CEO of Historic Ford Estates: Edsel & Eleanor Ford House and Henry Ford Estate in 2008. Lastly, in 2018, they retired.
Kathleen Mullins holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in American Studies from Purdue University, which they obtained from 2004 to 2012. Prior to that, they completed their Master of Science in Non-Profit Business Administration (MSA) at the University of Notre Dame - Mendoza College of Business, from 1989 to 1992. Additionally, Kathleen attained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in History from Indiana University South Bend, where they studied from 1978 to 1982.
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Ford House
An American Tresaure, where exquisite architecture, breathtaking lakefront grounds and a collection of fine & decorative arts tell the story of one of America's most important industrial families... The Fords were cultural, social and economic leaders in an era of great optimism, as well as a turbulent time of economic depression and world war. They were nationally prominent and they owned more than one house, but Southeast Michigan was their home. Here they built their final residence along the shores of Lake St. Clair, at a place known locally as Gaukler Pointe. Their impressive yet unpretentious home is where they raised and nurtured their four children - Henry II, Benson, Josephine and William - in a safe and loving environment. It reflects their love of family as well as their mutual passion for art and quality design. The house was designed by Albert Kahn to resemble a cluster of Cotswold village cottages, complete with stone roofs, vine-covered walls and lead-paned windows. Strolling through the thoughtfully decorated halls, visitors come face-to-face with a stunningly diverse collection of art, antiques and furniture that reveal the Fords' progressive and educated tastes in art and design. The Ford House grounds are a work of art in their own right. Designed by famed landscape architect Jens Jensen, the meadow, rockwork and water components appear to be almost completely natural but were meticulously planned. The estate provided a place for the Fords to relax, raise children and pursue personal interests, shielded from the demands of their public lives. As steadfast supporters of the community, arts and other philanthropic endeavors, the Fords generously donated to education and medical research while contributing immeasurably to the growth of Detroit's cultural resources.