Most People Don’t Know These 12 Epic Castles Are Hiding Right Here In Michigan
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Serena Maria Daniels
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Michiganders have had had a centuries-long love affair with architecture. So it should come as no surprise that the castle style of building is heavily engrained in Michigan’s culture. We’ve got urban castles, university palaces and of course the opulent compounds of barons of various enterprises who made their marks in history and entrepreneurship. Here, we share with you a sampling of glorious castles of Michigan, tucked right your radar.
Located in downtown Kalamazoo, this privately-owned home was built in 1895. It's now open to the public.
Ground broke on Old Main in 1894 and took three years to complete. First built as Central High School, this castle was made with brick and limestone.
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Comprised of four buildings, construction on U of M's Law Quad started in 1924 and ended in 1933. The project was funded by alumnus William W. Cook and the structure bares his name.
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MSU's iconic Beaumont Tower, completed in 1928, was designed by the architectural firm of Donaldson and Meier.
This historic Detroit police station was designed by Louis Kamper and completed in 1901.
Now an office building, this is the last remaining structure of a sprawling complex that housed the former brewing company.
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Constructed in 1918 by then Sears Roebuck and Company VP Albert Loeb, this estate is now one of the largest special events properties in Michigan and a favorite spot for wedding photography.
Another Ann Arbor site, this castle was designed by Spier & Rohns of Detroit and was completed in 1891.
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Built in 1942, this Detroit landmark was originally used for GAR members, who consisted of Civil War veterans. Now, it's been restored and houses media company Mindfield and the swanky Republic restaurant.
Built in 1887, this downtown Saginaw site houses a plethora of historical Michigan records.
Used as the writing studio of James Oliver Curwood, this restored castle is now a museum.
Not a man-made palace, but rather a natural limestone formation, this landmark is a UP tourist attraction.
We’re sure you can think a 100 more castles erected in your very own cities, townships and countrysides. Share with us in the comments below!
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