Specifications include, but are not limited to: Phase 1 - The Visitor Center will include accessible restrooms for visitors and provide both access and control of the property entrance gate. The Visitor Center will be adjacent the parking lot and will offer ticket and tour information as well as retail sales. The Visitor Center will be located north of the historic Visitor’s Garage, and will maintain a low profile so as not to interfere with the historic vantage of the garage.; The Visitor Garage will be connected to the Visitor Center and renovated into an education Orientation Gallery. The purpose of the gallery is to display objects and interpretive materials, including a theater space, which are focused on telling the remarkable story of the origins of Oakland University. The story includes the history of John F. Dodge and the Dodge Brothers Car Company, the growth and impact of Meadow Brook Farms, and the history of Matilda Dodge-Wilson and Alfred Wilson and their legacy in helping found and support Oakland University. The gallery will also prepare visitors for their visit to Meadow Brook Hall, offering tips and insights to better engage each visitor during their visit.; Phase 2 - The project includes creating a new West Garden Tent Venue to increase the capacity of hosting more and larger events. The East (existing) Garden Tent Venue will be improved with an upgraded frame tent, extending the seasonal use of this location. Both locations will have small service structures constructed adjacent to each tent site which will include a Prep Kitchen to increase efficiency of food service, as well as accessible restroom facilities. Both sites will be available for rental events, including wedding, corporate, university and internal programs such as Winter Wonder Lights and the Summer Concert Series.
