Original Rosa Bonheur painting on display at Meadow Brook Hall.

Original Rosa Bonheur Painting at Home in Meadow Brook

In a global effort to resurrect recognition for great female artists, Rosa Bonheur’s work has found renewed popularity in the art world—and at Meadow Brook Hall. Bonheur was the most famous female artist in the 19th century whose work focused on realistic animal subjects. A major exhibition on Bonheur’s works was on display at the ‌Musée … Read more

Meadow Brook's Great Hall features a portrait of the Duke of Bracciano

The Duke of Bracciano Returns to Meadow Brook

Meadow Brook’s Lost Painting Project has restored a former painting to a place of prominence inside the Great Hall, new to visitors but quite familiar to the family and the estate. Adorning the red velvet in front of the organ tower in the Great Hall now hangs an exceptional replica of the Portrait of Paolo Giordano … Read more

This Father’s Day, celebrate the dads in your life by giving an experience. Purchase a Meadow Brook Membership and receive a free gift.

Celebrate Dad with a Meadow Brook Membership and Gift

He’s always there to lend a hand or share a story. Celebrate Dad with a Meadow Brook membership and choose from a coffee set or flask gift! This Father’s Day, celebrate the dads in your life by giving an experience. Purchase a Meadow Brook Membership at any level between now and Friday, June 16, and choose a complimentary … Read more

Active duty military and their families can tour Meadow Brook Hall for free this summer 2023, as part of the Blue Star Museum program.

Free Summer Admission for Active Duty Military and their Families

Active duty military personnel and their families can tour Meadow Brook Hall for free this summer, as part of the Blue Star Museum program. Members of the military and their families (up to five family members) can take a Guided House Tour, Guided Behind-the-Scenes Tour or Self-Guided House Tour for free this summer until Labor … Read more

Meadow Brook Hall's gardens and grounds bloom in the summertime.

Two New Events Join Summer Event Lineup at Meadow Brook

Along with sunshine and flowers, Meadow Brook Hall will welcome two new events to its lineup of special events and tours this summer. The 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 … Read more

Meadow Brook Hall Curator Madelyn Chrapla researches a rare historic book.

Rare discovery made in Meadow Brook’s Oldest Book

Fifty years after being locked in a vault, a new – but very old – book-sparks interest – and a surprise discovery – at Meadow Brook. In the Dodge and Wilson family’s collection of more than 1,600 books, the Atlas Universel is the oldest one dating back to around 1788. Yet just discovered within its … Read more

Meadow Brook Hall's Sun Porch lets in the light in Rochester, Michigan

Meadow Brook’s Sun Porch Lets in the Light

While some of Meadow Brook Hall’s most famous features are its soaring stone architecture, beautiful dark wood details and carved plaster ceilings, the Sun Porch has an aesthetic that is all its own.   With sunlight pouring through its floor-to-ceiling windows, this seasonal room is positioned to take in breathtaking views of the estate from … Read more

Science of Meadow Brook Summer Camp GIveaway

GIVEAWAY: Summer Camp at Meadow Brook

How will you inspire your middle schooler this summer? Enter to win one free Science Camp registration – and open the doors of curiosity and discovery! Meadow Brook’s Science Camp is for children in grades 5-7 and runs July 17-21 at Meadow Brook Hall. The camp experience is valued at $400. Each day, campers get to … Read more

Meadow Brook's Volunteers support the estate

Celebrating National Volunteer Week at Meadow Brook

Volunteers are the backbone of Meadow Brook Hall. Since it became an historic house museum, the Great Estate has relied on the committed group of individuals who freely contribute their time, effort, and expertise. Without our hundreds of devoted volunteers, the interpretation and preservation of this remarkable National Historic Landmark would not be possible. National … Read more

Meadow Brook Restored Chinese pottery

Stoney Creek Questers Complete Two Restoration Projects at Meadow Brook

Meadow Brook Hall has almost 100 years worth of collected history, which features artifacts and artwork purchased across the globe by members of the Wilson family. Without an endowment, Meadow Brook relies on the dedicated work of volunteers, donors, and staff to keep the place running – it takes almost $11,000 a day to operate. … Read more

Woodland cleanup by volunteers at Meadow Brook Hall

Volunteers Needed to Plant Trees for Arbor Day Celebration

Rochester Hills will get a little greener on Friday, April 28, as residents and volunteers gather to plant trees and celebrate the community’s outdoor engagement efforts at the annual Arbor Day Ceremony. The annual Arbor Day event takes place on the historic grounds of Meadow Brook Hall and include a community workday to support the … Read more

Guests visit Meadow Brook Hall in the summertime

A Spring-ful of Fun at the Estate

Along with sunshine and flowers, Meadow Brook Hall will welcome several special events and favorite tours to its lineup this spring and summer. The National Historic Landmark will host a season-full of fun with the elegant Pre-Mother’s Day Luncheon, scrumptious Champagne Garden Tea, an eclectic lineup of Detroit artists for the Concert Series, two electrifying … Read more