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The Fisher Building is a landmark skyscraper located at 3011 West Grand Boulevard in the heart of the New Center area of Detroit, Michigan. The ornate 30-story building, completed in 1928, is one of the major works of architect Albert Kahn, and is designed in an Art Deco style, faced with limestone, granite, and several types of marble.
Jul 16, 2023 · The building known as “Detroit’s largest art object" has been dropping jaws in New Center for more than 90 years. The Fisher -- built by the Fisher brothers of “Body by Fisher" fame -- opened in September 1928, at Second Avenue and Grand Boulevard.
Discover why the Fisher Building is known as “Detroit’s Largest Art Object.” The 441-foot tower is one of the greatest works by legendary architect Albert Kahn with its three-story arcade adorned with spectacular frescoes, mosaics, marble and brass. Join a free tour offered by Pure Detroit.
Discover why the Fisher Building is known as “Detroit’s Largest Art Object.” The 441-foot tower is one of the greatest works by legendary architect Albert Kahn with its three-story arcade adorned with spectacular frescoes, mosaics, marble and brass.
- 3011 West Grand Boulevard Detroit, MI, 48202 United States
- info@fisherbuilding.city
- (313) 874-1100
Aug 31, 2015 · With more than 325,000 square feet of exterior marble, the Fisher is the largest marble-clad commercial building in the world. The Fisher was built — with only slight exceptions — entirely...
- Dan Austin
One of the second floor hallways. Photo (©) by Helmut Ziewers (www.ziewersphotography.com) of HistoricDetroit.org. Beautiful Fisher arcade.
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Often cited as “Detroit’s largest art object,” the Fisher Building has brightened the skyline of Detroit since 1928. The building was the project of the seven Fisher Brothers, of Fisher Body prestige.
