Tannenbaum Teas
Meadow Brook Hall's Tannenbaum Teas offers a holiday experience with a guided tour of the mansion, decorated for the holidays. The event includes a tea service with sweets and savories, an open bar, and valet parking. A professional group portrait is included.
What to Expect
Exclusive holiday tea in a historic mansion with guided tour and open bar.
Event Details
Duration
Approximately 3 hours
Ages
All attendees 3 and up require a ticket. Attendees aged 2 and below must be seated on an adult's lap.
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Meadow Brook Hall
Food & Drink
Sumptuous tea filled with delectable sweets and savories, open bar, and in-house catering team for events.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Adults, couples, small groups
Vibe
Elegant, festive, historic, luxurious
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$$$
Photo Friendly
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $125 – Get tickets
- Parking: Free parking is available onsite in University Lot 61, just off of the Visitor Center. Drop off and pick-up at the Visitor Center entrance is always permitted. Valet parking is included with the Tannenbaum Teas event.
- Accessibility: Most public spaces at the Great Estate are accessible. Stone pathways allow guests ease of access from the parking lot to the front door, leading up to the garden tent. Electric wheelchairs and scooters are allowed inside Meadow Brook Hall where space permits. Our Guided tours are barrier-free and wheelchair accessible. The Behind-the-Scenes tour is not fully wheelchair accessible. Limited wheelchairs are available onsite on a first come, first served basis. Please call (248) 364-6200 for additional accessibility information.
- Pets: No pets allowed (service animals welcome)
Tips & Advice
- Book your tickets online in advance, as these exclusive events often sell out quickly.
- Arrive a few minutes early to check in and enjoy the festive atmosphere before your tour begins.
- Consider joining as a Meadow Brook member to receive discounted ticket prices and other exclusive benefits.
- If you have a group of six or fewer, inquire about private seating options in the historic studies for a truly special experience.
- Dress in festive attire to fully embrace the elegant holiday spirit of the Tannenbaum Teas.
Special Events & Promotions
- Exclusive access to Holiday Walk when mansion is closed to public
- Opportunity for private seating in historic studies
- Complimentary valet parking
- Professional group portrait included
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included with the Tannenbaum Teas ticket?
Each ticket includes a guided Holiday Walk tour of the mansion, tea service with sweets and savories, a limited edition holiday ornament, a holiday portrait of your group, an open bar, and complimentary valet parking.
Are there any dietary restrictions accommodations?
Unfortunately, due to the nature of the event and the historic setting, Meadow Brook Hall is unable to accommodate dietary restriction requests.
What is the cancellation or exchange policy?
Tickets are non-refundable unless Meadow Brook Hall cancels the event. Tickets may be exchanged for a different date or time for a $5.00 fee up to 24 hours before the original event, subject to availability.
Is the event wheelchair accessible?
Yes, most public spaces are accessible, including the guided tours. Wheelchairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and guests with walkers or wheelchairs are encouraged to contact the event organizers in advance for logistics.
Can I bring a child aged 2 or younger?
Yes, children aged 2 and below do not require a ticket but must be seated on an adult's lap due to space constraints. Please notify the event organizers if you plan to bring a young child.
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