John W. Blodgett Estate
John W. Blodgett Estate, Colonial Revival mansion in East Grand Rapids, United States
The red brick two-story structure features Georgian Revival details, formal gardens, terraces, and extends across eight acres near Fisk Lake
John W. Blodgett, a lumber industry leader who consolidated three banks during the Great Depression, commissioned the estate construction in 1928.
The Blodgett family established numerous healthcare and educational initiatives, including the Blodgett Memorial Hospital and support programs for infants.
The estate, now owned by Aquinas College, stands at 250 Plymouth Road SE and underwent restoration work starting in 2016.
The grounds were designed by the Olmsted Brothers firm, while architect A. Stewart Walker from Walker and Gillette created the main house.
Location: Michigan
Architectural style: Colonial Revival architecture
GPS coordinates: 42.95722,-85.62361
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25
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