Last week we began a two-part series on how the schools in Grosse Pointe got their names. This informative post revealed the prominent educational figures whose names live on through our schools. This week, with so many interesting historical figures and schools to cover, we continue our presentation as we conclude our series which has […]
Last week we began our three-part series on the history of some of the schools in Grosse Pointe with a presentation about Kerby Elementary School. Kerby is one of the oldest schools in the community, the origins of the school date to around 1886, when it was a one-room wooden schoolhouse. Over the years Kerby […]
Last week we explored a distinctive block of Stephens Road that runs from Ridge Rd to Charlevoix Ave. This pretty section is the location of some of the finest Ranch homes in Grosse Pointe, along with several larger residences, including a splendid Colonial built by prominent builder Louis C. Miller. This week, in honor of […]
Last week we stopped by 128 Lewiston in Grosse Pointe Farms. Completed in 1923, it was designed by architectural master Louis Kamper for national rubber expert Walter E. Parker. This week we stay in Grosse Pointe Farms to explore a distinctive block on Stephens Road – the block runs from Ridge Road to Charlevoix Avenue. […]
Last week we stopped by 1041 Lochmoor. This Tudor style home was completed in 1923, having been built by builder John A. Corrick for his family. It was designed by architects Herman & Simons. Mr. Corrick described his new house as the families “dream home”. This week we head to 128 Lewiston in Grosse Pointe […]
Happy 2025! In the last post of 2024, we explored the traditions of Eleanor Ford in decorating her grand home at Gaukler Pointe for the holiday season. For our first post of the new year, we are going to visit a special home for one of our regular readers. 1041 Lochmoor belonged to the grandfather […]
Last week we visited 35 McKinley Place, a stately home completed by the renowned architects Chittenden and Kotting in 1909, for Detroit millionaire and philanthropist David Gray. This week, its Christmas Eve so we thought it would be fun to bring you a festive themed post as we explore Eleanor Ford’s Christmas decorations at her […]
Last week we presented the history of another lost estate, 421 Lake Shore. Completed in 1914, this sublime home was designed by Chittenden and Kotting for Lieutenant Colonel Jessie Brooks Nichols. It was razed during the 1950’s. This week we stay with the work of Chittenden and Kotting as we visit 35 McKinley Place, a […]
Last week we reviewed the story of Henry Shelden and his stunning “Deeplands” property. Completed in 1911, the grand estate was located at 525 Lake Shore. It was razed in 1947. This week we stay on Lake Shore to present the history of another lost estate, 421 Lake Shore. Completed in 1914, this sublime home […]
Last week we explored the history of 1008 Buckingham, a magnificent home designed by Louis Kamper. It was completed in 1921-1922 for Kurt Kling, a prominent figure in Detroit and the P. H. Kling Brewing Company. Over the past few weeks, we have presented the history of several prominent figures and the grand estates they […]