Meadow Brook Hall is a historic house museum, community center & events and wedding venue in Rochester, Michigan.

Meadow Brook Hall featured as Detroit Institute of Arts’ location for Inside|Out 2026

The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) is proud to announce the communities in Oakland County participating in Inside|Out 2026. Now in its 17th year, the program brings reproductions from the DIA’s collection to outdoor spaces in Oakland, Wayne, and Macomb counties. From May through October, Meadow Brook Hall will host five specially selected paintings across … Read more

Children explore the estate at Adventure Days summer events.

New Adventure Days Brings Big Fun & Learning for Kids this Summer

Meadow Brook’s all-new summer events are answering the call to adventure! At our new day-long Adventure Days, children are invited to explore, learn and be inspired at the Great Estate. Designed to spark wonder and fuel imagination, each themed Adventure Day blends hands-on learning with playful exploration, outdoor fun and creative challenges that make learning … Read more

Meadow Brook's exterior timber is in need of restoration.

Join The 1929 Club & Help Tackle Massive Timber Restoration Project

After a successful first year, Meadow Brook Hall’s monthly giving program, The 1929 Club, has set its sights on a new major initiative—raising funds to support the historic mansion’s aging timber restoration project. The 1929 Club is a monthly giving club that asks members to give $19.29 a month to support Meadow Brook’s collections and … Read more

Meadow Brook's Rose Garden in summer

Book Spring & Summer Events at Meadow Brook for Your Sunniest Season Yet

Meadow Brook Hall will host several special spring & summer events and favorite tours this season. The National Historic Landmark will host a season-full of fun with the elegant Mother’s Day Tea, an eclectic lineup of Detroit artists for the Summer Concert Series, all-new Movie Nights at Meadow Brook, the lavish Gatsby Garden Party, Yoga … Read more

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