A Club of Resilience and Tradition

Launched during the challenging era of Prohibition, the club operated without official bar service until after 1932. Despite this, the club was known for its lively social scene, which was privately sustained by members' own stocks of liquor. Stag dinners and intercity tournaments defined the early social calendar.

Throughout its early years, the club’s very survival hinged on the steadfast commitment of its members. They repeatedly guaranteed loans, injected personal cash, and even utilized early revenue generators like the "one-armed bandits" (slot machines) to stay afloat. Members also personally funded improvements, from purchasing furniture and greens equipment to contributing for trees and trophies.

No true Moon Brook history can overlook the contributions of Henri Hall who in 1943 concluded twenty years of service on the Board of Directors. Henri served two years as President and five years as Treasurer. It was though the abilities and concern of Mr. Hall and many of his contemporaries that the club was able to sustain the many challenges and change. Henri Hall’s son Attorney Charles T. Hall continues to be an active golfing member of the Club today.

The Evolution to a Family Club

While it began predominantly as a "man's club," this dynamic swiftly evolved. By the 1930s, the principle of family membership prevailed. Wives and children were warmly welcomed and actively participated in golf, securing the approval and enduring support of the men. It soon became clear that the women and children were essential in sustaining and preserving the future of Moon Brook.

This dedication to financial solvency paid off: the significant mortgage debt was successfully paid off around 1943. A hallmark of the club's growth came in 1957 with the construction of the modern Aquatics Center, featuring a pool, bath house, and snack bar.

The Core Mission: A Club of Friends

The founding principle—a private "golf club of friends with family memberships"—prevails to this day. Membership remains a privileged status, limited to those who properly use and adequately support the club. The club's continued existence is carefully guarded to ensure it is never threatened by embarrassing debt or the assumption that it is a public course or the property of a favored few.

The Willie Park Jr. Masterpiece

The focal point of Moon Brook Country Club remains its impressive 18-hole golf course. Designed by the Hall of Fame architect Willie Park Jr., the course offers a classic golfing experience that blends challenging play with modern touches. It features picturesque, scenic views, pristine fairways, and imposing greens. From the first tee to the final green, the course provides an ideal balance of enjoyment and challenge, complemented by a full-service pro shop.