Meadow Brook Hall history spans from the Dodge and Wilson families to the founding of Meadow Brook Hall and Oakland University.
The story of Meadow Brook is also the story of the Dodge and Wilson family members, including Matilda Dodge Wilson, John Dodge and Alfred Gaston Wilson.
When someone hears you have been antique hunting, the first thing that comes to mind is digging through a pile of “junk” to look for that one special piece. As an intern within the curatorial department at Meadow Brook Hall, I noticed that we are constantly looking for that one unique item connected to The […]
Front View: Dodge Brothers (Horace and John) Mausoleum. Before launching their own car company, the Dodge Brothers supplied chassis to the Ford Motor Company. Both brothers died in 1920 (John in January and Horace in December). The mausoleum was built in 1915 by the Lloyd Brothers Company of Toledo, Ohio. It is an imposing Neo-Egyptian edifice and one of the stand-out pieces of architecture at Woodlawn.
Meadow Brook Hall in Rochester Hills was the estate of one of the world's wealthiest and influential women of her time, Matilda Dodge Wilson.
Meadow Brook Hall history is filled with fascinating stories, from its building during the country place era to its unique architecture and collections.
Meadow Brook Hall history spans from the Dodge and Wilson families to the founding of Meadow Brook Hall and Oakland University.
Few people are aware of how much the Dodge brothers – John and Horace Dodge – shaped Detroit's early auto industry, and of their dynamic partnership.
Brothers John and Horace Dodge were like the mythological twins Castor and Pollux, whose filial devotion was indissoluble.
Meadow Brook Hall history is filled with fascinating stories, from its building during the country place era to its unique architecture and collections.
Explore Meadow Brook's engaging collection of community events, from annual favorites to new programs and experiences.
Meadow Brook Hall’s historic setting, distinct gardens, inspired service and cuisine have made us an award-winning wedding venue.
Woodlawn Cemetery 19975 Woodward Avenue Detroit, Michigan 48203 Telephone: (313) 368-0010 Founded: 1895 Size: 140 acres Number of interments: 71,000 Open: Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Satur…
Brothers John and Horace Dodge were like the mythological twins Castor and Pollux, whose filial devotion was indissoluble.
The rich Meadow Brook history spans from its origins with the Dodge and Wilson families to the founding of Meadow Brook Hall and Oakland University today.
The rich Meadow Brook history spans from its origins with the Dodge and Wilson families to the founding of Meadow Brook Hall and Oakland University today.
Photographed during a visit to the Meadow Brook estate near Rochester, Michigan on July 27, 2011. There was a gathering of some of the Dodge family at Meadow Brook on this day, and one of the family members arrived in this fashionable old Dodge. All of my classic car photos can be found here: Car Collections Press "L" for a larger image on black.
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Update 2/12/20 - This custom van has resurfaced here on eBay with no reserve! From 12/31/19 - This 1977 Dodge B200 is a lightly restored example that features an original Grand Systems Conversion inside that transformed this B200 from a utilitarian van into a legit home on wheels and mobile party palace. The conversion covers...
