"Aeroplane View, Michigan Central Terminal, Detroit, Michigan," circa 1915
THF137923 / "Aeroplane View, Michigan Central Terminal, Detroit, Michigan," circa 1915
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Artifact Overview
In 1913, the Michigan Central Railroad moved its Detroit operations to a new facility on the city's west side. The $2.5 million complex included a grand Beaux-Arts station, inspired by ancient Roman baths, and an adjoining 18-story office tower. Following World War II, the station's fortunes declined in tandem with those of the passenger train. It hosted its last train in 1988.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Postcard
Date Made
circa 1915
Subject Date
circa 1915
Creators
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
87.9.23.381
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Printing (Process)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 3.438 in
Width: 5.438 in
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