Bride on the Grand Staircase at Meadow Brook on her wedding day

Wedding Blog: Meadow Brook’s Grand Staircase was Built for Brides

With a history of hospitality, Meadow Brook Hall is Michigan’s most beautiful wedding venue. The entire estate was built with an eye for entertaining, from its 16 lush gardens to the two-story Gothic-inspired Ballroom – and its elegant Grand Staircase. The Great Estate was designed for entertaining. It is representative of the lavish living and … Read more

Meadow Brook Hall tours

Celebrate Women’s History Month with $5 off Tour Tickets – Promo Code Inside!

This March, celebrate Women’s History Month at Meadow Brook Hall – a remarkable National Historic Landmark that offers a true example of matriarchal leadership. The Great Estate was lovingly created and led by Matilda Dodge Wilson, the renowned philanthropist and business woman who founded Meadow Brook Hall and Oakland University. Women’s History Month recognizes the … Read more

Support Meadow Brook for Oakland University Giving Day

Support Meadow Brook for Oakland University Giving Day on Feb. 25!

Oakland University Giving Day is a special fundraising effort to drive extra support for your favorite Oakland University initiatives – such as Meadow Brook Hall! Anyone can give! Make your gift go further, beginning at 6 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 25, with matching funds, special challenges and big support! As the birthplace of OU and a … Read more

UV light blocking panels installed at Meadow Brook Hall

New U.V. light blocking panels to save Meadow Brook’s collections from light damage

It may come as a surprise that one of the greatest adversaries to historic artifacts, artwork, furniture and collections–is light. Meadow Brook Hall has installed custom ultraviolet (U.V.) light blocking acrylic panels as part of an IMLS (Institute of Museum and Library Services) grant to preserve, protect and maintain Meadow Brook Hall and its collections … Read more

Beautiful wedding at Meadow Brook Hall with photography by Studio Malsia Photography.

Meadow Brook earns 2026 wedding awards from The Knot & WeddingWire

Meadow Brook Hall, the National Historic Landmark, museum, cultural center and event venue, is being recognized once again for its world-class wedding services by earning top wedding awards for 2026 from two of the nation’s most popular wedding planning platforms, The Knot and WeddingWire. “It is so exciting to once again be honored with these national wedding awards, … Read more

Wonderful Winter Events at Meadow Brook Feature Teas, Tours & Romance

A series of special events will help beat the winter blues at Meadow Brook Hall, starting this February. The Great Estate will engage and inspire this winter with the romantic Valentine’s Dinner, the ever-popular Downton Abbey-inspired Servant’s Life Tour, after-dark Flashlight Tours, and the elegant Gilded Tea & Tour. Winter Events for Everyone Treat your … Read more

Top 5 Wedding Planning Tips for Newly Engaged Couples

It was the question of a lifetime and now you’re engaged! There is no feeling quite like it–being engaged and creating a new life path with your favorite person by your side. It’s time to pop the bubbly, snap a special photo and share the news! Wedding planning can be wonderful – and a little … Read more

Collage of weddings at Meadow Brook photos

A Big Year for Love: 2025 Meadow Brook Weddings by the numbers

It was a whirlwind of romance as brides, grooms and newlyweds of all kinds filled Meadow Brook Hall with flowers, “I dos,” and so many smiling faces. With breathtaking spaces, first-class service and inspired cuisine, Meadow Brook hosts romantic weddings and receptions in all seasons. Our events team brings a premier touch to your wedding … Read more

Meadow Brook tours to kick off in February 2026

Meadow Brook Hall is closed for touring in January 2026. Our lively collection of tours and events will kick off for a whole new year in February 2026. This winter, Meadow Brook will offer guided and self-guided house tours of the three main levels of the historic mansion. Tours will be available Fridays through Mondays. … Read more

Holiday Market at the Holidays at Meadow Brook

Take 20% off holidays at our Holiday Market Sale Dec. 27-30

It’s time for our after-Christmas sale on holiday decor at our Holiday Market! Before you pack away your holiday decorations, join us at the Holiday Market sale from Saturday, Dec. 27 through Tuesday, Dec. 30 during Holiday Walk and Winter Wonder Lights to add special Meadow Brook items to your collection! The special discount is … Read more