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

Arbor Day volunteers at Meadow Brook Hall

Volunteers plant trees at Meadow Brook for Arbor Day

Volunteers gathered to plant trees and celebrate Rochester Hills’ environmental efforts at the annual Arbor Day Ceremony on the historic grounds of Meadow Brook Hall. The annual event typically includes a community workday to support the estate’s Woodland Entrance Restoration Program. Volunteers help clear invasive plants, brush and branches, spread woodchips and plant trees. The … Read more

Meadow Brook Hall's historic stained glass windows

Suspect Arrested and Arraigned in Meadow Brook Vandalism Case

Oakland University Police Chief Mark Gordon wants to thank the media for their assistance with the recent Meadow Brook vandalism incident on Oakland’s campus. As a result of an anonymous tip, an arrest has been made and the suspect was arraigned in Rochester Hills court 52-3 on Monday, April 1. “We appreciate the support of … Read more

Summer at Meadow Brook Hall

Join Us for a Sun-Filled Season of Meadow Brook Events

Meadow Brook Hall will host several special events and favorite tours this spring and summer. 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, Yoga in the Garden, along with a special Summer Art Camp and a … Read more

Oakland University students at Meadow Brook Hall.

Support Meadow Brook for Black & Gold Giving Day!

Black and Gold 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! Maximize your gift with $100,000 in matching funds from Oakland University Credit Union! As the birthplace of OU and a National Historic Landmark, Meadow Brook is an active … Read more

Matilda in garden at Meadow Brook Hall

Women’s History Month: Matilda Dodge Wilson, A Trailblazing Visionary

Women’s History Month provides the perfect opportunity to delve into the remarkable lives and accomplishments of the women of Meadow Brook Hall. Indeed, the Dodge and Wilson family trees provide strong and varied branches on each side, carrying unique personalities, vision and an inimitable style across generations. At Meadow Brook, there are many women to … Read more

Meadow Brook Hall's stained glass windows were damaged by vandalism.

Help Restore Meadow Brook’s Historic Windows by Joining The 1929 Club

This February, the Meadow Brook community was shocked by a senseless act of vandalism that destroyed some of the estate’s historic stained glass windows. In the days and weeks following the vandalism attack, Meadow Brook has received an outpouring of support. We’re looking to our community to help us restore the beauty and artistry that … Read more

Summer camps at Meadow Brook Hall inspire students

Meadow Brook’s Arts and Writing Summer Camps will inspire students

This summer, Meadow Brook Hall will open its doors and grounds once more to creative students of all ages for the popular annual Meadow Brook Art Camp and Meadow Brook Writing Camp (MBWC). Registration for both summer camps will open on Saturday, Feb. 1. Participants will discover secret staircases and amazing playhouses while being challenged … Read more