The Henry Ford , is a large indoor and outdoor history museum complex and a National Historic Landmark in the Detroit suburb of Dearborn, Michigan. One of America’s greatest museums, one portion is The Museum of Modern Innovation which allows guests to experience the strides of America’s greatest minds while fully immersing you in their stories. The complex has many architecturally beautiful places for wedding ceremonies and a staff of wedding coordinators that are experienced and efficient. We had the assistance of Cindy and Gary for this wedding and appreciated their knowledge and assistance.
Family and friends played an important role throughout the day. Jan Wilson acted as DOC for the day. Wedding photographer Adrian Seetho, friend of the couple was on hand to capture the day. Betsy Brown acted as videographer, Cindy Wills and Susan Stahly created the floral arrangements, and Uncle John Logue officiated the ceremony. Sam and Jenny chose the Pennsylvania Courtyard with the iconic water tower for their nuptials. Fitting to the picturesque setting, we played the music of Bach and Handel while guests were seated. Jenny’s Uncle, John Logue, officiated the ceremony which included Shakespeare’s Love Sonnet 116 and many sweet moments!
The cocktail hour was held in the museums “Driving America Car Court”, a premier automotive exhibit in the heart of the museum. We played a wide selection of contemporary music and took several requests. It was there that we noticed Jenny’s gorgeous bouquet. When I asked “who did your flowers?” She replied, “My family and I did and it took us about two years”. A closer look revealed that the flowers were paper – elegantly cut and arranged to look incredibly lifelike. A picture is worth a thousand 
words and family members Cindy Wills and Susan Stahly clearly have special gift! We were so honored to be a part of Jenny and Sam’s wedding day and wish them the very best and they grow together as husband and wife.
Patrice and David had a beautiful day for their outdoor wedding at the Dearborn Inn. The ceremony was held at the gazebo and officiated by Jeff Hamilton of Michigan Officiants. Patrice wore a beautiful gown and processed on her son’s arm to Kannon in D. We played the popular and well known hits of the Beatles on the patio during cocktails and then moved into the Lincoln room for dinner. The speeches by family and friends demonstrated the “joie de vivre” this couple shares. Their first dance was to the song “Everlasting Love” and they showed off a terrific swing! The guests enjoyed a lovely meal and finished the evening with dancing and music by a jazz trio. There are many laughs ahead for this couple and we wish them the best.
Congratulations to Carrie and Pat on their wedding at the Dearborn Inn on a beautiful late summer day. Tucked into the grounds of the Inn and surrounded by lush gardens, the gazebo was a beautiful place for an outdoor wedding. Officiant Denise Tucker of Perfect Day Celebrations, told Carrie and Peter’s story before conducting the hand fasting ceremony and exchange or rings. We’ve worked with Denise many times now and always enjoy the way she personalizes the ceremony to the couple. It’s clear that she’s taken the time to know them. The couple chose an eclectic array of music for their ceremony. We played Debussy’s Clair de al Lune, O Mio Babbino Caro by Puccini along with Here Comes the Sun and All You Need is Love by the Beatles. Douglas Rae read “Love” by Erich Fried which beings with the line, “I love you, not only for what you are but for what I am when I am with you.” It was clear that this couple shares a tender romance but also a great sense of humor. Denise spoke of penguins and implied that the cake would reflect this fun bit of the couple’s history. We send our best wishes to these self-proclaimed giggling and grinning geeks as they begin their married lives together.
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