If you're looking to dive into history and experience festive holiday fun, these gorgeous Michigan homes are a must visit!

Two Mitten State mansions are in the running for best holiday home tour in the U.S. in a USA Today 10best poll.

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Twenty festive homes that pull out all stops for their holiday tours were nominated by a panel of experts, and now it's up to a public vote.

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The two Michigan residences up for best historic holiday home tour are Meadowbrook Hall in Rochester and The Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores.

Last year Meadow Brook Hall was voted No. 4 in country. Can it make into the top ten again? We can vote to make it happen!

The Holidays at Meadow Brook run Nov. 29 through Dec. 30 in 2024.

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Meadow Brook is a National Historic Landmark, museum, cultural center, and event venue. It was built by Matlida Dodge Wilson, widow of automobile pioneer John Dodge between 1926 and 1929.

The 110-room Tudor mansion features original family art, décor, and furniture.

The Holidays at Meadow Brook run Nov. 29 through Dec. 30 in 2024. Go on an indoor daytime Holiday Walk and explore the festively decorated grounds. At night, enjoy the outdoor light show, Winter Wonder Lights, with music and seasonal treats.

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Tickets for the Holiday Walk are $21 for ages 13 and up. Kids 3 to 12 are $8.50. Children two and under are free.

Tickets for Winter Wonder Lights are $23 ages 13 and up. Kids 3 to 12 are $13. Children two and under are free.

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There are also discounts for members, seniors, military, and veterans. Oakland University students are free. You can find out more here.

Meadow Brook also has special events like the Starlight Stroll, Holiday Tea, and Santa Saturdays.

Vote for Meadow Brook Hall in USA Today's Poll here.

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Built in 1928, The Edsel and Eleanor Ford House is located on the shore of Lake St. Clair. Edsel is the son of Henry Ford and was president of the Ford Motor Company from 1919 until his death in 1943.

After her passing, Eleanor opened the residence to the public. It's now a National Historic Landmark. The estate includes the historic home and outbuildings, 87 acres of ground and gardens. There's also a visitor center with exhibits, dining, shopping, and special event space.

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Home for the Holidays at the Ford House runs Nov. 30 through Dec. 22, 2024. Take a self-guided walk through the home to to see how Eleanor would have decorate for the holidays. In the evening, goon on a one-mile walk around the property to see the shimmering holiday lights. Santa visits every night as well!

Admission is $28 for adults and $14 for kids 2-12. Children 0-1 are free.

Vote for the Ford House in USA Today's poll here.

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