Enjoy the lavish entertaining of the Gilded Age.

It’s the social event of the season and you’re invited! Spend an afternoon at the Great Estate and experience what life was like for members of the automotive aristocracy in the early twentieth century with this Gilded Tea & Tour.

Set in our exquisite Christopher Wren Dining Room, this elegant event will feature a delectable tea with sweets, savories and perhaps even the latest gossip! Meadow Brook’s Gilded Tea & Tour recreates the atmosphere felt by guests calling on Matilda Dodge Wilson at her country estate.

Then, the afternoon will conclude with a guided house tour which takes you through the main three floors of Meadow Brook Hall. Guests are encouraged to wear their finest 1920s, Gilded Age or Downton Abbey-inspired attire.

Reservations are required.

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Gilded Tea & Tour Details

Thursday, March 19, 2026

1 to 3:30 p.m.

$80 per person | $72 members

Please note: We recommend placing all members of your group on the same reservation in order to be seated together.

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Gilded Tea & Tour Menu*

Savory:

Asparagus flan with butternut squash & gouda
Multi grain, herb & pepita Boursin bite (petite muffin)
Baguette boule with sliced herb roasted beef loin, blistered bell pepper, arugula & brie 
Focaccia & Manchego with artichoke, olive & sun dried tomato tapenade V-Minced gulf shrimp croustade with sesame chutney, basil, scallion & mango puree

Sweet:

Gilded chocolate dipped mango mousse cone with raspberry coulis pool 
Meyer Lemon Bar with Blueberry Jam 
Chocolate & Cashew Biscotti
Oreo trifle with demitasse spoon & raspberry garnish 
Shredded Coconut, Chocolate & Almond Drop Cookie 

*Due to the intricate nature of this event’s format, Meadow Brook Hall is unable to accommodate dietary restriction requests for this program.

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