Alma in Gratiot County, Michigan — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Alma College
Photographed By Joel S., October 25, 2015
1. Alma College Marker
Inscription.
Alma College. . On October 26, 1886, the Presbyterian Synod of Michigan accepted an offer by Ammi W. Wright of Alma of thirty acres of land, containing two buildings, and a gift of $50,000 from Alexander Folsom of Bay City, for the purpose of establishing Alma College. The Synod had resolved: "We will, with God's help, establish and endow a college within our bounds." A charter was granted by the state of Michigan, April 15, 1887. Classes began September 12, 1887. In the first year there were 95 students and nine faculty members. Here the Presbyterian Church has fostered the pursuit of learning to the glory of God and to the dignity of men.
On October 26, 1886, the Presbyterian Synod of Michigan accepted an offer by Ammi W. Wright of Alma of thirty acres of land, containing two buildings, and a gift of $50,000 from Alexander Folsom of Bay City, for the purpose of establishing Alma College. The Synod had resolved: "We will, with God's help, establish and endow a college within our bounds." A charter was granted by the state of Michigan, April 15, 1887. Classes began September 12, 1887. In the first year there were 95 students and nine faculty members. Here the Presbyterian Church has fostered the pursuit of learning to the glory of God and to the dignity of men.
Erected by Michigan Historical Commission. (Marker Number S0181.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. In addition, it is included in the Michigan Historical Commission series list. A significant historical date for this entry is April 15, 1887.
Location. 43° 22.744′ N, 84° 40.236′ W. Marker is in Alma, Michigan, in Gratiot County. Marker is on West Superior Street near Maple Avenue, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 614 W Superior St, Alma MI 48801, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 7 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Site of Folsom Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of Old Main
Credits. This page was last revised on March 13, 2021. It was originally submitted on December 18, 2015, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan. This page has been viewed 438 times since then and 29 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on December 18, 2015, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan.
Editor’s want-list for this marker. Looking for a picture of the new side 2 (Old Main Fire) that reportedly was added in 2016. • Can you help?
