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 ... Read more
Just inside the ornate Christopher Wren Dining Room, two large, dignified portraits hang prominently on its rich, walnut-paneled walls —a beacon of commanding elegance. After months of careful restoration, the well-loved paintings of Matilda and Alfred Wilson have been given ... Read more
After months of work and years of planning, Meadow Brook Hall has completed a massive restoration project to return the iconic Pegasus Fountain to its original glory. The Colt Pegasus has been a remarkable presence at Meadow Brook Hall since ... Read more
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, ... Read more
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, ... Read more
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, ... Read more
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, ... Read more
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
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