Downtown Detroit in Wayne County, Michigan — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Detroit Free Press
Michigan Centennial Business
Historical Society of Michigan
in recognition of
Detroit Free Press
Founded in 1831
For more than 150 years
of continuous operation in service
to the people of Michigan
and for contribution to the
economic growth and vitality
of our state.
Erected by Historical Society of Michigan.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. In addition, it is included in the Michigan - Historical Society of Michigan series list.
Location. 42° 19.733′ N, 83° 3.241′ W. Marker is in Detroit, Michigan, in Wayne County. It is in Downtown Detroit. Marker is at the intersection of West Lafayette Boulevard and Second Boulevard, on the right when traveling east on West Lafayette Boulevard. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 615 West Lafayette Boulevard, Detroit MI 48226, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Detroit News (a few steps from this marker); The Detroit Free Press (a few steps from this marker); Fort Street Presbyterian Church (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Detroit Club (approx. 0.2 miles away); General Casimir Pulaski (approx. ¼ mile away); Chicago Road (approx. ¼ mile away); Comerica Incorporated (approx. ¼ mile away); James A. Bailey (approx. ¼ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Detroit.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 12, 2023. It was originally submitted on December 8, 2015, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan. This page has been viewed 330 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 8, 2015, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan.