United States Immigration Station, Government building in Detroit, United States
The United States Immigration Station is a government facility at Mount Elliott Street that displays Colonial Revival architecture with a modern addition from 1964. The complex houses the Detroit Immigration Court and a Border Patrol office that handle immigration matters daily.
The land was originally designated for a Marine Hospital in 1853, and existing structures were later converted into a Border Patrol office. The site was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2013.
The building functions as a meeting point between officials and people from around the world seeking to resolve their immigration status. It represents a key part of Detroit's role as a gateway city where arrivals processed their entry into the country.
The facility is open on weekdays from 8 AM to 4:30 PM, and until 4 PM on Fridays, serving primarily for document submissions. Visitors should expect wait times and bring valid identification documents.
The building sits at a strategic location near the Canadian border, making Detroit a major hub for US immigration control. This location explains why the facility saw heavy use during the immigration waves of the 20th century.
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