Matilda Dodge Wilson and Frances Dodge sledding in the winter.

Home for the Holidays with the Dodge and Wilson Family

Meadow Brook has always been a place of joy and laughter during the holidays, particularly when the family was growing and living here. The Dodge and Wilsons always came home for the holidays. Learn more about their traditions below! Matilda’s Memories In 1959, Matilda told the Detroit Free Press her favorite memory was gifts being … Read more

The Holidays at Meadow Brook feature Holiday Walk and Winter Wonder Lights

The Holidays at Meadow Brook Dazzle by Day & Night

 It’s the most wonder-filled time of year! The Holidays at Meadow Brook will dazzle with two breathtaking holiday events—the indoor daytime Holiday Walk and outdoor evening Winter Wonder Lights. Located in Rochester on the campus of Oakland University, Meadow Brook Hall will be Michigan’s most incredible holiday entertainment destination from Friday, Nov. 25 through Friday, … Read more

Meadow Brook's Gate Lodge has been extensively restored.

Restoration of Meadow Brook’s Gate Lodge Earns Historic Preservation Award

Two members of the Oakland University community have been recognized for their dedication to historic preservation for their work to save the original Gate Lodge entrance to Meadow Brook Estate. Community member Michael Klieman, OU ’83, and Madelyn Chrapla, curator of Oakland University’s Meadow Brook Hall, received the 2022 Earl Borden Preservation Leadership award during … Read more

Meadow Brook Hall is an historic house, event venue and cultural center in Rochester, Michigan

DOBI Explores video Showcases Meadow Brook Hall

Considered the finest exampled of Tudor-revival architecture in the United States, Meadow Brook Hall has been featured by DOBI Real Estate in the latest installment of the DOBI Explores series. In the video, Meadow Brook’s Visitor Services Manager, Connor Newton takes us through the historic mansion and grounds, diving into the history and features as … Read more

The Holidays at Meadow Brook feature Holiday Walk and WInter Wonder Lights

Host a Sparkling Corporate Holiday Party

It’s been a big year and your team deserves to celebrate. No place brings the holiday cheer quite like Meadow Brook at the most wonder-filled time of year! We curate a variety of memorable holiday party experiences. Option 1: Have The Hall to Yourself with an Evening Holiday Walk Experience Host an exclusive party during … Read more

Meadow Brook Hall is an historic house, event venue and cultural center in Rochester, Michigan

Meadow Brook Featured in USA Today, Yahoo News, Detroit Free Press

Meadow Brook Hall has been featured in a prominent national news article as among the 11 largest historic homes in the country–and the only in the Midwest. A National Historic Landmark, Meadow Brook Hall is a museum, cultural center and wedding and events venue. Built in 1929, Meadow Brook represents one of the finest examples … Read more

The Holidays at Meadow Brook feature indoor lights and outdoor sites

Tickets for the Holidays at Meadow Brook on sale now

Tickets for Meadow Brook Hall’s two dazzling holiday events—Holiday Walk and Winter Wonder Lights—go on sale Monday, Oct. 3. By day, the beloved annual Holiday Walk transports visitors through the historic mansion decked in shimmering splendor, while Winter Wonder Lights transforms the estate at night into a breathtaking light show featuring music, concessions and magic. … Read more

Beautiful place setting at Meadow Brook Hall wedding

Wedding Blog: Create the Perfect Wedding Menu

One of life’s simple pleasures is sharing a moment and a meal with those we love. No celebration is complete without food, which makes planning your wedding menu a delicious priority! Today’s couples place the menu at the forefront of their weddings, with a focus on fresh fare and inventive cuisine that fits their style. … Read more

Meadow Brook Hall is an historic house, event venue and cultural center in Rochester, Michigan

We’re Hiring! Check out New Jobs at Meadow Brook

We’re hiring! There are currently several employment opportunities and jobs available at Meadow Brook Hall. We’re looking for a variety of part-time staff to support the Great Estate now and particularly during the Holidays at Meadow Brook. Current openings include several Visitor Services Assistants, several Facilities Operations Associates, several Museum Security Guards, a Museum Housekeeper … Read more