Amy Schrodt 
After months of work and years of planning, Meadow Brook Hall has completed a massive restoration project to return the iconic Pegasus Fountain to its original glory. The Colt Pegasus has been a remarkable presence at Meadow Brook Hall since 1948, presiding over countless weddings and elegant soirees. A symbol of imagination and grace, the … Read more
Marianne Raffin, a life-long volunteer and devoted admirer of Meadow Brook Hall, was recently recognized by the United Way of Southeastern Michigan for her exceptional commitment to volunteerism. This annual honor recognizes those in the community who make meaningful contributions to their communities through service. Notably, Marianne is the first volunteer to receive this honor … Read more
At Meadow Brook, volunteers are the heart of our mission, making a meaningful impact on our daily operations. Their passion, energy and dedication breathe life into everything we do. From docents, hosts, museum store attendants, to the Garden Club, Squires, and Naturalists, the talents of our 300+ volunteers keep Meadow Brook poised and thriving—preserving its … Read more
Women’s History Month provides the perfect opportunity to delve into the remarkable lives and accomplishments of the women of Meadow Brook Hall. Indeed, the Dodge and Wilson family trees provide strong and varied branches on each side, carrying unique personalities, vision and an inimitable style across generations. At Meadow Brook, there are many women to … Read more
Women’s History Month provides the perfect opportunity to delve into the remarkable lives and accomplishments of the women of Meadow Brook Hall. Indeed, the Dodge and Wilson family trees provide strong and varied branches on each side, carrying unique personalities, vision and an inimitable style across generations. At Meadow Brook, there are many women to … Read more
Women’s History Month provides the perfect opportunity to delve into the remarkable lives and accomplishments of the women of Meadow Brook Hall. Indeed, the Dodge and Wilson family trees provide strong and varied branches on each side, carrying unique personalities, vision and an inimitable style across generations. At Meadow Brook, there are many women to … Read more
Matilda Dodge Wilson: Compassion at Christmas The holiday season at Meadow Brook was a time rich with tradition, especially centered on charitable causes close to Matilda Dodge Wilson’s heart. Throughout her life, she made significant contributions to initiatives that reflected her deep commitment to education, community, and supporting the less fortunate. As Matilda’s wealth grew, … Read more
Meadow Brook Hall has long been a symbol of vision, resilience, and cultural significance. Originally built as the grand private estate of Matilda Dodge and Alfred Wilson, the Hall has evolved over nearly a century to become a vital part of Oakland University’s legacy, drawing thousands of visitors each year to explore its beauty and … Read more
Meadow Brook has always hosted fantastic Halloween celebrations – from the Dodge family parties in the 1920s to today’s series of spectacular fall events. Dating back almost 2,000 years to its origins in Ireland, Halloween has undergone remarkable transformations through the centuries. By the 1920s, Halloween parties became a popular tradition in American households, marked … Read more
Today, wedding planning has gone largely digital. With work schedules, home schedules, ever-mounting tasks, deadlines and commitments, it can be a relief for engaged couples to explore a venue and plan out their big day largely online. Instagram and Pinterest are there to inspire all the fun parts of wedding planning from dresses to cakes, … Read more
Meadow Brook Hall has been nominated for USA Today’s 2019 10Best Readers’ Choice travel awards! The USA Today expert panel selected Meadow Brook Hall as a contender for Best Holiday Historic Home Tour. The contest gives voters four weeks to vote for the candidate of their choice. A person can vote once a day for … Read more
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 a wedding meant planning a wedding—and few know better what all goes into the process. … Read more
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