Rochester Attractions
Rochester became a village in 1869 and has several well-preserved nineteenth century buildings in the downtown core.
Meadow Brook Hall
Meadow Brook Hall is the former residence of Oakland University founders Matilda Dodge Wilson, widow of automobile pioneer John Dodge, and her second husband, lumber broker Alfred G. Wilson. Designed by the Detroit architectural firm of Smith, Hinchman & Grylls, the 110-room Tudor-revival style mansion was inspired by English country manor houses of the Tudor and Elizabethan periods. It was built between 1926 and 1929. The interior of the house features elaborately detailing with carved wood and stone, handmade hardware and ceramic art tile, ornately molded and carved plaster ceilings, stained glass window insets, crystal and art glass lighting fixtures and gold-plated bathroom fittings.
