Along with sunshine and flowers, Meadow Brook Hall will welcome two new events to its lineup of special events and tours this summer.
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he National Historic Landmark will host a season-full of fun with the new Twilight Tours, Block Stamp Making Party, an eclectic lineup of Detroit artists for the Concert Series, two electrifying performances by Amadeus, Yoga in the Garden and a fantastic collection of tours.
“Summer brings people from across the region to Meadow Brook, to be entertained with our fun series of events and to experience the gardens and estate in bloom,” said Shannon O’Berski, Director of External Relations. “It’s the perfect time to wander our gardens and experience Meadow Brook in a unique way. We’re particularly excited to offer new Twilight Tours and invite people to get creative with us at our Block Stamp Making Party. There is so much to enjoy here!”
Meadow Brook’s new Twilight Tours invite guests to enjoy an evening of live music and cold drinks while touring the historic mansion and estate at magic hour. Bring someone special to enjoy light refreshments and a cash bar while the sun sets over the Great Estate in this beautiful evening experience. This specialty tour runs from 6-9 p.m. on two upcoming dates, Sunday, June 4, and Saturday, Aug. 5. Tickets are $20 per person and $10 for Meadow Brook Members. Details and tickets are available at meadowbrookhall.org/twilighttours.
It will be an evening of inspiration when Meadow Brook Hall plays host to a special linocut block stamp making party, with materials and instruction provided by Paint Creek Center for the Arts. Guests can enjoy a bite and a sip from the cash bar while learning how to make their very own linocut 
block stamp. Tickets are $50 per person and $45 for Meadow Brook or Paint Creek Center for the Arts members. All supplies and refreshments are included with the cost of registration. The event is Thursday, June 8. Details are and tickets are available at meadowbrookhall.org/blockstampparty/.
Experience a beautiful yoga practice with us this summer at Meadow Brook. With several Yoga in the Rock Garden classes this summer, there are many opportunities to take a breath of fresh air and build your flexibility in an incredible setting. All levels are welcome to join this yoga class, which will focus on stretching and strengthening the body to release stress and rejuvenate. Event dates are Sunday July 16, July 23, Aug. 6 and 13. Tickets are $15 each and available at meadowbrookhall.org/yoga.
Bring a date, family or friends to enjoy live performances by some of Metro Detroit’s most talented musicians at Meadow Brook’s Concert Series. Come early to explore the grounds and bring your own picnic. This popular evening includes a cash bar, fun snacks, the option to purchase a boxed picnic dinner, self-guided touring of the historic mansion during the talent break, and takes place in our beautiful Garden Tent, rain or shine. Event dates are Thursday June 22, July 13 and 27 and Aug. 10. Tickets are $35 per concert and available at meadowbrookhall.org/concertseries.
Visit Meadow Brook to experience an electrifying performance by the all-female quartet Amadeus, the Romanian classical crossover ensemble. Enjoy complimentary snacks, a cash bar and self-guided touring of the estate during the talent break. Both of the show dates take place in our beautiful Garden Tent, rain or shine. Performances will take place on Wednesday, Aug. 2 and Thursday, Aug. 3. Tickets are $45 each and available at meadowbrookhall.org/amadeus.
Meadow Brook tours take visitors on a journey through time to learn about the historic mansion and the people who lived and worked there in the 20th century. Through the summer, Meadow Brook will be open for touring Friday through Monday starting at 11 a.m. Available tours include guided and self-guided house tours and the return of the popular guided behind-the-scenes tours. Visit meadowbrookhall.org/tours for more details and to book tickets!
Meadow Brook Hall is fully self-supporting, relying on touring and special events for the preservation and interpretation of this National Historic Landmark. For more information, call (248) 364-6200 or visit meadowbrookhall.org.
Meadow Brook Hall is the historic home built by one of the automotive aristocracy’s most remarkable women, Matilda Dodge Wilson, widow of auto pioneer John Dodge, and her second husband, Alfred Wilson. Constructed between 1926 and 1929, Meadow Brook Hall represents one of the finest examples of Tudor-revival style architecture in America, and is especially renowned for its superb craftsmanship, architectural detailing and grand scale of 88,000 square-feet. It was the center of a country estate that included 1,500 acres, numerous farm buildings, recreational facilities, several residences and formal gardens. Named a National Historic Landmark in 2012, Meadow Brook Hall strives to preserve and interpret its architecture, landscape, and fine and decorative art so that visitors may be entertained, educated and inspired by history. Meadow Brook Hall is located in Rochester, Mich. on the campus of Oakland University.
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