Meadow Brook Hall at night.

Nightfall at The Hall Benefit Brings Big Support to the Great Estate

Nightfall at The Hall is Meadow Brook Hall’s biggest annual fundraising experience—and a continuation of our hugely successful Wild Game Dinner & Auction. And tickets are on sale now! Sip cocktails, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, live music and explore our unique selection of silent auction items along the loggia terrace as the sun sets over the … Read more

Meadow Brook's stained glass windows showing before and after restoration.

Meadow Brook’s Historic Stained Glass Windows Restored to Original Glory

Meadow Brook Hall’s historic stained glass windows have been restored to their original glory – and location within the mansion’s two-story Gothic-inspired Ballroom, following a shocking act of vandalism that occurred in February 2025 and an incredible six-month restoration journey. The stained glass windows are original to the National Historic Landmark when it was completed … Read more

Meadow Brook Hall in the fall, located in Rochester, Michigan.

Fantastic Fall Events are On Sale Now at Meadow Brook

Art, mystery, glamor and family fun will transform Meadow Brook Hall this autumn, with a series of colorful fall events. This year’s event lineup features gorgeous outdoor floral art exhibit to thrilling film screenings of classic films, Flashlight Tours, Mystery Dinners, Hall-oween and so much more! All events take place at Meadow Brook Hall, the National Historic … Read more

Meadow Brook Hall's Knole Cottage is a charming playhouse on the estate.

Estate Stories: Peek inside Knole Cottage – the “World’s Finest Dollhouse”

Beyond the historic mansion, the Great Estate is also home to the incredible playhouses of the Dodge and Wilson children – Knole Cottage, the Wilson Playhouse and Dan’s Cabin. Today, our curator Madelyn Chrapla will take us through Knole Cottage—the darling playhouse of France Dodge that was known as the “World’s Finest Doll House.” Knole … Read more

Meadow Brook Hall is open for tours throughout the year in Rochester, Michigan.

Join Us Aug. 18-24 for Member Appreciation Week

Meadow Brook Members are our biggest supporters. To celebrate and show our gratitude, we’re hosting a special Member Appreciation Week filled with fun – plus discounts, giveaways and special activities Aug. 18-24. All members who visit during Member Appreciation Week will be entered into a drawing to win two tickets to this year’s glamorous holiday … Read more

Wedding Blog: Hosting Intimate Weddings & Elopements

Today, many brides, grooms and spouses-to-be are taking a close look at what their dream wedding truly looks like, and many are discovering that the best things come in small packages. Meadow Brook Hall hosts gorgeous intimate weddings and elopements that are heartfelt, beautiful and completely unforgettable. Meadow Brook’s team has developed exclusive weekday and … Read more

Meadow Brook’s Katie Higgins featured in Voyage Michigan as “rising star”

Meadow Brook Hall’s Katie Higgins recently sat down with Voyage Michigan Magazine to discuss her work managing the Great Estate’s marketing & communications, keys to navigating an ever-changing digital media landscape & a few lessons learned along the way. Rising Stars: Meet Katie Higgins of Rochester Today we’d like to introduce you to Katie Higgins. … Read more

Active military and their families can visit Meadow Brook for free in Summer 2025.

Free Summer Admission for Active Duty Military & 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 Day … Read more

Meadow Brook's Rose Garden in summer

Just added – NEW Summer Events to Meadow Brook’s Lineup

Meadow Brook Hall will host an incredible season of special summer events, summer camps and special tours at the Great Estate. And the lineup just got even better with the addition of two new events – Gatsby Garden Tours and two new summer dates for Dinner & a Movie night! See our Summer Event Lineup … Read more

Meadow Brook Summer Art Camp

Meadow Brook Summer Art Camp features unique art, live bugs & big fun

This summer will be a kaleidoscope of color, art and inspiring experiences for children in grades first through fifth at Meadow Brook’s Summer Art Camp. Register your child today! Each day, children will have a special opportunity to explore different areas of the historic mansion, gardens and grounds, while learning about different types of art … Read more