Swiss Chalet,
Dearborn, MI 48124
About Us
The Swiss Chalet, located in Dearborn, Michigan, United States, is a museum housed in a structure originally built in 1935 as a watchmaker's workshop in Greenfield Village. The building, designed by architect Edward J. Cutler, is a replica of a mid 19th century home-workshop from western Switzerland. Currently used for staff purposes, the Swiss Chalet was a passion project for Henry Ford, who was fascinated with watchmaking. Visitors can explore the history of fine watches and clocks in this unique building, which showcases materials such as stone, wood, glass, and iron. Don't forget to check out the Artifact Card for more information on this historic site.
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"The Swiss Chalet structure was built in 1935 in Greenfield Village as a watchmaker's workshop where fine watches and clocks were made and repaired. The building is currently used for staff purposes. Henry Ford was fascinated with the craft of watchmaking and tinkered with timepieces throughout his life. Ford saw this building as a way to share his interest with the public."
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