Marshall in Calhoun County, Michigan — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

The Old Stone Barn

Photographed By J.T. Lambrou, July 12, 2021

1. The Old Stone Barn Marker

Inscription. Built by William Prindle in 1857, this landmark served as a livery stable for over sixty years. It also saw brief use as a stagecoach stop for the lines connecting Coldwater with Lansing. By 1928 it had become an unsightly gas station. Purchased through the efforts of Mayor Harold C. Brooks, its conversion into a city hall by architect Howard Young was completed in time for Marshall’s centennial celebration of 1930.

Erected 1973 by Michigan History Division, Department of State. (Marker Number L0216.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. In addition, it is included in the Michigan Historical Commission series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1857.

Location. 42° 16.297′ N, 84° 57.818′ W. Marker is in Marshall, Michigan, in Calhoun County. Marker is at the intersection of West Michigan Avenue and South Park Avenue, on the right when traveling east on West Michigan Avenue. Located at Marshall City Hall. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 323 W Michigan Ave, Marshall MI 49068, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Marshall Historic District (a few steps from this marker); First Courthouse / Brooks Memorial Fountain (within shouting distance of this marker); First Baptist Church

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(within shouting distance of this marker); Marshall (within shouting distance of this marker); Michigan Ave. (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Marshall Veterans Memorial (about 300 feet away); a different marker also named Marshall Veterans Memorial (about 300 feet away); Liberty Tree Memorial (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Marshall.

Photographed By J.T. Lambrou, July 12, 2021

2. The Old Stone Barn Marker

Marshall City Hall image. Click for full size.

Photographed By J.T. Lambrou, July 12, 2021

3. Marshall City Hall

Credits. This page was last revised on July 15, 2021. It was originally submitted on July 14, 2021, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. This page has been viewed 173 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 14, 2021, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. • Mark Hilton was the editor who published this page.