Downtown Detroit in Wayne County, Michigan — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Comerica Incorporated
Michigan Centennial Business
Photographed by J.T. Lambrou, October 18, 2022
1. Comerica Incorporated Marker
The marker has been replaced in the same location.
Historical Society of Michigan
in recognition of
Comerica Incorporated
Founded in 1849
For more than 100 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. A significant historical year for this entry is 1849.
Location. 42° 19.783′ N, 83° 2.95′ W. Marker is in Detroit, Michigan, in Wayne County. It is in Downtown Detroit. It is at the intersection of West Fort Street and Washington Boulevard, on the right when traveling east on West Fort Street. Marker is on the west side of the building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 201 West Fort Street, Detroit MI 48226, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Southeast Michigan. It is also in the American Midwest and on the Great Lakes. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Viceroyalty of New France and also the Northwest Territory.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Fort Lernoult (within shouting distance of this marker); State Savings Bank (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Detroit Club (about 500 feet away); James A. Bailey
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Also see . . . Comerica. Excerpt:
In 1956, the company merged with Birmingham National Bank, Ferndale National Bank and Detroit Wabeek Bank and Trust Company to form The Detroit Bank & Trust Company. As the bank's growth continued, so did its presence, opening its first foreign office in London in 1969. The early 1970s introduced new technological advancements to banking, which Detroit Bank & Trust would adopt. These advancements include Master Charge cards and automated teller machines (ATM) such as the Ultra/Matic 24. In 1973, it formed a holding company, DetroitBank Corporation. A year later, the Bank & Trust would celebrate its 125th anniversary. The current name, Comerica, was adopted in 1982.(Submitted on May 23, 2025, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan.)
Photographed by Joel Seewald, December 2, 2015
2. Comerica Incorporated Marker
Photographed by Joel Seewald, December 2, 2015
3. Comerica Incorporated Marker
Photographed by J.T. Lambrou, October 18, 2022
4. Comerica Incorporated Marker
This is the location that Comerica used as their offices before leaving for Texas in 2008. The marker is affixed to the west faηade.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 18, 2025. It was originally submitted on December 17, 2015, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan. This page has been viewed 665 times since then and 19 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on May 23, 2025, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. 2, 3. submitted on December 17, 2015, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan. 4. submitted on May 23, 2025, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan.
