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We are currently at maximum capacity until our new rescue center is finished. Please contact us if you have a bird
you would like placed on our wait list.
Meadowlane Farm
The new home of Mulberry Acres Rescue
After saving for many years, searching for a property to build a sanctuary for animals in need, we finally found the perfect location: the historic Meadowlane Farm in Brighton, Michigan.
We have big dreams for this property. Check out our project plans below and see how you can help.
Meadowlane Barn
Future home of our Parrot Rescue Center
This impressive, Civil War Era hay barn was the first structure built on the Meadowlane Farm property around 1860. The stables and dairy milking parlor were added later. We are committed to saving this historic building from deteriorating, and plan to convert the stables into our parrot rescue center and aviary.
Work on the barn began in February 2024, with the construction of a brand new metal roof, but there is so much more to do! Demo-ing the interior of the stables, re-framing the walls, installing drywall, plumbing, electrical, pouring concrete, and eventually adding an attached screened area for daily flight time and mist showers.
We plan to do most of the work ourselves, but we would absolutely welcome your help. If you would like to donate to the aviary build or volunteer your time, click the link below.
Meadowlane Farmhouse
Come stay at the farm
This American Foursquare was built in 1890 with a stone and hand-cut log foundation. Around 1930, a major renovation transformed the interior layout with cove ceilings, spacious bedrooms, a modern kitchen, mudroom, and sun porch with jalousie windows.
We are currently attending to necessary repairs, but our plan is to have the farmhouse ready for guests in Summer/Fall 2024, open year round. Proceeds from this vacation rental will go toward funding the sanctuary. We can't wait to host you!
Mulberry Acres Cottage
Sanctuary Headquarters
This adorable 1930's cottage is situated next to the carriage house and is currently where we conduct all of our sanctuary business. You can usually find us here as a home base while we work on the farm.
This is also where we board pets for extra income for the sanctuary. Don't be surprised if you see a dog or two in the backyard!
Bunny Burrow
A refuge for rescued domestic rabbits
The Bunny Burrow is a heartwarming initiative that aims to provide a safe haven for rescued domestic rabbits. The project involves converting the old Meadowlane Chicken Coop into a much needed paradise, complete with tunnels, ramps, cozy beds, and tons of enrichment.
With a focus on rescue, rehabilitation, and eventually adoption, the Bunny Burrow will be a place where rabbits in need finally receive the care and attention they've always deserved.
The Corncrib
A monument to the old ways
Corncribs were first used by Native Americans, who stored their harvests in ventilated structures built a few feet off the ground. The brilliant use of airflow resulted in faster drying times and longer lasting grain.
European settlers were quick to copy the design for their own harvests.
As farming practices modernized, however, corncribs fell out of use and most of them were torn down. Very few of these buildings are still standing in Michigan.
The Meadowlane Farm Corncrib was built around 1930. We intend to use it for drying firewood, flowers, and herbs.
