First Presbyterian Church, church in Detroit, Michigan
The First Presbyterian Church is a large church building constructed from red sandstone in Detroit. The structure features Richardsonian Romanesque architecture with thick walls, rounded arches, and a prominent tower, alongside numerous stained glass windows including works by Tiffany and Nicola d'Ascenzo Studios.
The church was completed in 1889 by architects George Mason and Zechariah Rice in the Richardsonian Romanesque style. The congregation itself traces back to 1821 when Reverend John Monteith founded the First Protestant Society and later played a key role in establishing the University of Michigan.
The building sits at the corner of Woodward and Edmund Place within the Brush Park Historic District. Note that the structure is now occupied by the Ecumenical Theological Seminary, so access may be limited to certain times or for specific purposes.
The building's design was inspired by Trinity Church in Boston. In 1936, the main entrance was relocated from Woodward Avenue to Edmund Place to adapt to changing street layouts.
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