Governor Robert McClelland House
Governor Robert McClelland House, Historic residence in Monroe, Michigan.
The Governor Robert McClelland House displays Greek Revival architecture with symmetrical design, prominent columns, and a western extension that changed its front entrance layout.
Built in 1841, the residence belonged to Robert McClelland who served as Michigan Governor and later as Secretary of Interior under President Franklin Pierce.
The property represents Michigan's early statehood period and became the first National Register of Historic Places listing in Monroe County in 1971.
Located at 47 East Elm Avenue, the house contains multiple rooms including a library, bedroom, kitchen, and dining room in its western section.
The residence transferred to merchant Benjamin Dansard after McClelland's departure and remained in the Dansard family for over sixty years until 1917.
Location: Michigan
Architectural style: Greek Revival architecture
GPS coordinates: 41.91778,-83.39444
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25
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