James Francis Dodge, the automobile pioneer, purchased the 1443 acre property known as Meadow Brook Farms before his death in 1920. In 1929, his widow built a 88000 square foot Tudor revival mansion on the property. The 110 room Hall was donated to the State of Michigan in 1957, along with much of the original artwork. It is the 4th largest historic house museum in the USA. Until recently, it was the home of the world's largest annual collector car show. In order to raise funds for the preservation of the building, historic tours are offered and the space is hired out for weddings and corporate functions. There is also a museum shop.

Meadow Brook Hall, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401, Phone: 248-364-6200

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