Latest Meadow Brook News

Remembering Barbara (Wilson) Eccles, 1931-2020

It is with deep regret that the Meadow Brook Hall community shares the passing of Barbara (Wilson) Eccles, adopted daughter of Matilda Dodge Wilson and Alfred Wilson, on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020, at 88 years old. “We are all—staff, volunteers ... Read more

Our Fave Wedding Moments of 2019

It has been an incredible year at Meadow Brook. As season followed season, our brides, grooms and new spouses of all kinds have given us many reasons to smile. Our event planning team have been the boots-on-the-ground, working, helping, inspiring ... Read more

A young couple kiss in the snow on their wedding day outside of Meadow Brook Hall.

5 Reasons Why We Love Winter Weddings

Choosing to host your wedding in winter opens up an entire world of possibilities. From breathtaking snowy photos and avoiding the competition for wedding season dates, to creating an event completely beyond the ordinary, here are our Top Five reasons ... Read more

Celebrating Meadow Brook’s 90th Anniversary

Ninety years ago, construction on Meadow Brook Hall was just complete. On November 20, 1929, the candles were lit, the champagne was chilled and the stage was set for the first and most spectacular party at Meadow Brook Hall. After ... Read more

Wedding feature: Alexis & Andrew

As a professional wedding planner, it may come as a surprise that Alexis Duda-Garcia always wanted to elope. But when she got engaged to social butterfly Andrew Garcia, she knew they had to have a party. Yet for Alexis, planning ... Read more

Meadow Brook featured in Metro Parent Magazine

Meadow Brook Hall, the historic home built by the remarkable Matilda Dodge Wilson – the widow of automobile guru John Dodge, is a not-so-secret local gem, but it is an absolute must-visit for families both near and far – and ... Read more

Meadow Brook Joins Museums for All

In an effort to encourage people of all backgrounds to visit museums regularly and build lifelong museum-going habits, Meadow Brook Hall has joined Museums for All. The program supports individuals receiving food assistance with a SNAP Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) ... Read more

OU launches 2019 All University Fund Drive

Each year, Oakland University hosts a special All University Fund Drive (AUFD) fundraising campaign designed for faculty and staff to fund their passion and support different areas of the institution, such as Meadow Brook Hall. The 2019 AUFD will run ... Read more