In January 1920, the men behind the biggest car brands in the world (Dodge Brothers, Ford, Olds, Chevrolet) gathered for the New York Auto Show. Lamentably, the show was set in the midst of the global 1918 Influenza Pandemic, which ... Read more
Matilda Dodge Wilson: Compassion at Christmas The holiday season at Meadow Brook was a time rich with tradition, especially centered on charitable causes close to Matilda Dodge Wilson’s heart. Throughout her life, she made significant contributions to initiatives that reflected ... Read more
Meadow Brook Hall has long been a symbol of vision, resilience, and cultural significance. Originally built as the grand private estate of Matilda Dodge and Alfred Wilson, the Hall has evolved over nearly a century to become a vital part ... Read more
Meadow Brook has always hosted fantastic Halloween celebrations – from the Dodge family parties in the 1920s to today’s series of spectacular fall events. Dating back almost 2,000 years to its origins in Ireland, Halloween has undergone remarkable transformations through ... Read more
One of Oakland University’s most cherished traditions, the Meadow Brook Ball, has been a highlight on the campus social calendar since the early 1960s. Originally called the “Scholarship Ball,” the event’s inaugural celebration took place in 1961 as a formal ... Read more
If the difference between good and great is attention to detail, then The Great Estate really lives up to its name. Matilda Dodge Wilson’s commitment to the highest standards of materials and craftsmanship at Meadow Brook Hall ensured that every ... Read more
During the summer months, the Dodge and Wilsons cooled off with a splash in their peanut-shaped pool on the estate. Built around 1936, the pool was an oasis, featuring extensive landscaping with birch trees, Chinese juniper, and honeysuckle, along with ... Read more
Known as “Detroit’s #1 Glamor Girl” for her sparkling personality, penchant for adventures, and impeccable style, Frances Dodge embarked on a world tour in 1934. She treated her mother Matilda and stepfather Alfred Wilson to a six month long journey ... Read more
The holidays were always a special time for the Dodge-Wilson family. We’re sharing some of their favorite memories and traditions in a special holiday edition of our Estate Stories series. Giving from the Heart The holidays at Meadow Brook meant ... Read more
Happy Halloween from Meadow Brook Hall! Dating back almost 2,000 years to Ireland, Halloween celebrations have changed quite a lot through the decades. This year we’re looking back on the history of Halloween and the past celebrations of this frightful ... Read more
On the 81st birthday of Matilda Dodge Wilson, the founder of Oakland University, the students of OU planned a special – and mischievous – surprise. At the stroke of midnight on October 19, 1964 Matilda was presented with a “borrowed” ... Read more
It’s International Dog Day and we’re celebrating some of the beloved pets from the Dodge and Wilson family with stories of the dogs of Meadow Brook. Throughout the history of Meadow Brook Hall and farms, dogs were always running around ... Read more
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