Sault Ste. Marie in Chippewa County, Michigan — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

Chippewa County Courthouse

Photographed By J.T. Lambrou, January 3, 2023

1. Chippewa County Courthouse Marker

Inscription. The Chippewa County Courthouse, a part of which can be seen when looking east down the walkway, has been in continuous use since it was constructed in 1877, making it the oldest operational courthouse in Michigan. Designed by John Scott, it is an example of the Second Empire architectural style, common in the late 1600's. The clock and bell tower are part of the original rectangular structure. Two additions were built in 1904 and during the 1930's both closely following the original architectural style. With the support of various public and private funds, including a millage approved by the citizens of Chippewa County, the Courthouse was fully restored and rededicated in 1989.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Architecture. A significant historical year for this entry is 1877.

Location. 46° 29.918′ N, 84° 20.82′ W. Marker is in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, in Chippewa County. Marker is at the intersection of Ashmun Street (Business Interstate 75) and Arlington Street, on the right when traveling north on Ashmun Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 327 Ashumn Street, Sault Sainte Marie MI 49783, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Central Methodist Church (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Chippewa County Court House (about 500 feet away); "The Wolf of Rome"

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(about 500 feet away); "The Crane of the Sault" (about 500 feet away); Chippewa County World War II Memorial (about 600 feet away); Chippewa County Persian Gulf Memorial (about 600 feet away); Chippewa County Korea/Vietnam Memorial (about 600 feet away); Early 1900's Street Scene (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Sault Ste. Marie.

Also see . . . Chippewa County Courthouse. Excerpt:

Chippewa County was split off from Michilimackinaw County (formed from the entire Upper Peninsula and part of the lower) in 1826. Sault Ste. Marie was chosen as the county seat. The Chippewa County Courthouse was built in 1877 for $20,000, using a design by Detroit architect William Scott and his son John. In 1904, a rear addition costing $25,000, designed by R. C. Sweat, was added to the structure. A second addition was constructed in approximately 1930.

(Submitted on January 17, 2023, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan.)

Photographed By J.T. Lambrou, January 3, 2023

2. Chippewa County Courthouse Marker

The courthouse marker is on the reverse side of the downtown directory seen on the right side of the street.

Chippewa County Courthouse image. Click for full size.

Photographed By J.T. Lambrou, January 3, 2023

3. Chippewa County Courthouse

This is the view down the alley described on the marker showing the south end of the courthouse.

Photographed By J.T. Lambrou, January 3, 2023

4. Chippewa County Courthouse

Photographed By J.T. Lambrou, January 3, 2023

5. Chippewa County Courthouse

Credits. This page was last revised on February 5, 2023. It was originally submitted on January 17, 2023, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. This page has been viewed 78 times since then and 7 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on January 18, 2023, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.