Sault Ste. Marie in Chippewa County, Michigan — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
James Norris Physical Education Center
Photographed By J.T. Lambrou, January 3, 2023
1. James Norris Physical Education Center Marker
James Norris, a great supporter of hockey, is regarded as one of the founders of the modern game. Canadian born, he moved to the United States around the turn of the century. Though an extremely successful businessman, he always practiced his love of sports and physical education. James Norris was a great supporter of the State of Michigan and Michigan athletics, and in his lifetime was owner of the Detroit Red Wings of the National Hockey League.
James Norris: 1878 - 1952
Center Opened 1976
Erected 1976.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Education • Parks & Recreational Areas • Sports. A significant historical year for this entry is 1878.
Location. 46° 29.412′ N, 84° 21.936′ W. Marker is in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, in Chippewa County. Marker is on Meridian Street near Dillon Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 650 Meridian 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. The Alumni Anchor (approx. 0.2 miles away); Lake Superior State College (approx. 0.2 miles away); Brady Hall (approx. 0.2 miles away); Bahweting (approx. ¼ mile away); Ontario Hall (approx.
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Additional commentary.
1. James E. Norris
Wikipedia lists the year of his birth as 1879 while this marker states 1878. The award for the National Hockey League's best defenseman is named the Norris Trophy after James and has been awarded since 1954 with Bobby Orr having won 8 consecutive seasons (1968-75)
— Submitted January 18, 2023, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan.
Photographed By J.T. Lambrou, January 3, 2023
2. James Norris Physical Education Center Marker
The marker is in the entryway to the athletic complex.
Unknown author - The Chicago Tribune, January 5, 1902
3. James Norris
Public Domain
Photographed By J.T. Lambrou, January 3, 2023
4. James Norris Physical Education Center
Photographed By Kmf164, November 19, 2005
5. Norris Trophy
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Credits. This page was last revised on January 28, 2023. It was originally submitted on January 18, 2023, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. This page has been viewed 68 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.
