Northeast Michigan Oral History and Historic Photograph Archive

Federal Building

Description
Media Type
Image
Item Type
Photographs
Description
The construction of the U.S. Federal Building, along the Thunder Bay River in Alpena, Michigan. Taken from the west corner on July 19, 1912.
Notes
This elegant example of Renaissance Revival architecture was constructed during 1911-1912. The Federal Building is executed in brick faced with smooth ashlar. A balustrade tops the modillioned cornice. The upper story contains small paired rectangular window openings, the first semicircular arched windows with compound arches, keystones, and Palladian fanlights. The main entrance is approached by a staircase and enriched by elaborate iron pilasters and entablature. The interior, especially the first floor, contains vaulted ceilings, Corinthian pilasters, and iron grill work. The Federal Building housed Alpena's post office from 1913 until the mid 1950s. 145 Water Street.
Date of Original
July 16, 1912
Dimensions
Width: 11477 px
Height: 8820 px
Image Dimensions
Image Width: 11477px
Image Height: 8820px
Subject(s)
Collection
Federal Building Collection
Language of Item
English
Geographic Coverage
  • Federal Building:
    Michigan, United States
    Latitude: 45.0626045404151 Longitude: -83.430411113739
Copyright Statement
Public domain: Copyright has expired according to United States law. No restrictions on use.
Recommended Citation
Special Collections, Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library
Contact
Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library
Email:specialcollections@alpenalibrary.org
Website:
Agency street/mail address:
211 N. First Ave.
Alpena, Michigan 49707
USA
(989)356-6188
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