Oakland Hills Country Club Re-Opens After Destructive Fire Years Prior
The 110,000-square-foot clubhouse is part of a nearly $100 million rebuild that adds new practice and maintenance facilities.
- Oakland Hills Country Club in Bloomfield Township, Michigan, officially reopened its new 110,000-square-foot clubhouse on April 5, marking a return four years after a fire destroyed the historic original facility.
- The $100 million reconstruction followed a February 2022 blaze caused by a construction crew's propane torch, which consumed the century-old landmark despite efforts by 14 fire departments.
- Modeled after George Washington's Mount Vernon estate, the new facility features 10 pillars and houses restored memorabilia, including portraits by artist Kim Fujiwara and trophy cases honoring legendary champions.
- Oakland Hills General Manager Marc Ray described the reopening as "timeless" and "re-imagined with intention," noting members have already returned eager to re-engage with the modernized space.
- The club is scheduled to host the 2029 U.S. Women's Amateur Championship and the 2034 U.S. Open, ensuring the venue remains central to competitive golf's future.
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Oakland Hills Country Club Opens New Clubhouse Four Years After Fire
Photo: Nick Lundberg ~ 760 WJR BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MICH. ~ The Oakland Hills Country Club’s new clubhouse is now open to membership more than four years after a devastating fire destroyed the property. Inspired by Howard C. Crane’s 1921 plans, the second floor now holds the grand ballroom, a large change as part of the nearly $100 million project. Along with memorabilia lining the walls, which includes items from golf legends like Jack Ni…
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