Cathedral of Saint Andrew has a prominent central bell tower rises high into the sky, topped with an ornate slate spire and crowned by a gleaming, large golden crucifix. The structure is primarily composed of historic cream-colored brick, which is characteristic of many late 19th-century municipal and religious buildings in western Michigan. The exterior showcases classic Gothic elements, including tall
St. Mary’s was founded by Father Martin Kundig in 1835 for the German-speaking Catholics in Detroit. This is the third oldest Catholic parish in the city. The cornerstone for the original church was laid on the feast of Corpus Christi, June 19, 1841, and the church was consecrated in honor of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary on
February 2026 We visited as the work in Greektown was underway. The construction fencing and photographs were helpful. March 2026 Wayfinding signage helps to direct people around downtown Detroit. The streets are notoriously difficult to navigate due to the radiating avenues from Grand Circus Park. The Griswold Apartments, a modern residential addition built directly on top ofthe pre-existing 10-story 150
The blue light pole banner features a circular logo for Connecting Clarkston, a local community initiative. It promotes their podcast, newsletter, and app, which share news about the Clarkston area. The initiative is aimed at connecting residents, business owners, and community events in Clarkston, Michigan. The historic ivy-covered Main Street MI Coworking building (historically known as the Burtser building), is located
This image shows the newly revitalized pedestrian alleyway in Historic Downtown Sapulpa, Oklahoma. Located right off historic Route 66, this corridor recently underwent major streetscape renovations to transform a traditional brick alley into an inviting, walkable public space. The building on the right features a prominent, historic painted brick advertisement for the Central Drug Store, showcasing vintage brands like Mentholatum.
In St. Louis there is a remarkable collection of artifacts and one major building associated with famed architect Louis Sullivan. The artifacts are held in the St. Louis Museum of Art. The building is the Wainwright, a few blocks from the Gateway Arch. Louis Sullivan, American, 1856-1924 Winslow Brothers Company Ornamental Iron Works, Chicago, Illinois Balusters from the Schlesinger and
The Cortex innovation district is conveniently located by transit from the airport and other locations throughout St. Louis served by Metro. Upon arriving in the district one of the first things that struck me was the prairie grass project. A very conscious effort was made to plant native materials. The Police Department Parking Garage had more character than most buildings.
The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus at the Praetorian Barracks (Sacro Cuore di Gesù a Castro Pretorio) is topped by a prominent statue of “Christ The Redeemer” on the bell tower is made of gilded bronze and was added in 1931. The basilica is situated on the Esquiline hill, on Via Marsala, opposite the main Termini railway station. It
The Aqua Virgo aqueduct – considered one of the great engineering works of the Ancient Roman era – was built between 25 and 19 BC by Marcus Agrippa, the son-in-law and confidant of the emperor Augustus. The name probably stems from the purity of its water but according to legend it derives from the apparition of a virgin who showed
This historical image is an 18th-century copperplate etching titled “Scalinata in Piazza di Spagna”, created by the famous Italian engraver and architect Giuseppe Vasi around 1740–1752. It was published as part of his monumental ten-volume work, Delle magnificenze di Roma antica e moderna. The Fontana della Barcaccia sits at the foot of the iconic Spanish Steps in the heart of