Tag: architecture

Weekend Meanderings: Touring Detroit’s Islandview Village

October 21, 2012

“Explore southeast Michigan and allow its storied past to unfold” is the tagline of Hometown History Tours. Being one who likes to practice what I preach, I  enjoy setting out on sunny afternoons, armed with a camera and notepad, to explore urban and suburban neighborhoods, quaint downtown districts, cemeteries, churches, etc. Recently, I was invited … More Weekend Meanderings: Touring Detroit’s Islandview Village

Insight into Detroit’s historic Black Bottom and Lafayette Park neighborhoods

April 14, 2012

Inside Lafayette Park, a multi-event design celebration, focuses on the area’s modern architecture by renowned architect Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe as well as the historic predominantly black neighborhood called Black Bottom due to the  rich soil found there which preceded Lafayette Park. Inside Lafayette Park runs from  April 14 through April 22 at Lafayette … More Insight into Detroit’s historic Black Bottom and Lafayette Park neighborhoods

2012 Resolution: Sites to see in Detroit & southeast Michigan

December 29, 2011

So much great history and so little time. Therefore, rather than resolve to diet or exercise, I resolve to personally uncover and experience the historic treasures located right in my own backyard in 2012. While I hope to see much more, I think this list of must-sees is a great start. What do you think? … More 2012 Resolution: Sites to see in Detroit & southeast Michigan

Reason for the Season Historic Detroit Church Tour on December 10

November 29, 2011

Reason for the Season Historic Detroit Church Walking/Public Transit Tour Saturday, December 10: Noon to 4:30 PM (End time approximate). Ticket price: $30 (Order by 5 PM on Wednesday, December 7 and SAVE $5) Early bird rate expired, but use discount code: PUREMI and SAVE $2 off regular rate! Click here to order tickets Take a … More Reason for the Season Historic Detroit Church Tour on December 10

Reason for the Season Historic Monroe Church Tour on December 17

November 29, 2011

Reason for the Season Historic Monroe Church Walking/Public Transit Tour Saturday, December 17: noon to 4 PM (end time approximate) Ticket price: $30 (Order tickets by 5 PM Wednesday, December 14 and SAVE $5) MONROE CHURCH TOUR IS CANCELLED.  Click here to order tickets Take a break from the hectic and demanding obligations of the secular … More Reason for the Season Historic Monroe Church Tour on December 17

Sustainability and green preservation

August 26, 2009

SUSTAINABILITY AND GREEN PRESERVATION TOPIC OF UPCOMING TALK LINCOLN PARK, MICHIGAN,  August 26, 2009 – The Lincoln Park Historical Museum and the Lincoln Park Preservation Alliance are co-hosting a presentation on structure, community sustainability and green preservation.   “PastForward” is a project of Preservation Wayne’s consulting architect, Mike Kirk, AIA, LEED AP.  Mike Kirk is a Principal … More Sustainability and green preservation

Historic gem or eyesore? Lincoln Park preservation group seeks developers for Mellus Newspaper building

July 27, 2009

Lincoln Park Preservation Alliance is racing against the clock to secure a developer interested in purchasing and revitalizing two historic buildings within the city. A September 1st deadline has been set by Lincoln Park’s Downtown Development Authority for any interested parties to submit a development plan as well as financial proof of ability to purchase … More Historic gem or eyesore? Lincoln Park preservation group seeks developers for Mellus Newspaper building