First Unitarian Universalist Church of Detroit

The church on Cass Avenue is a Neo-Gothic stone building with characteristic architectural details designed by Donaldson and Meier. The interior provides space for worship and community gatherings with a clear layout that supports both spiritual practice and social connection.

The building became an anchor point in Midtown after the congregation relocated here in 1932 due to Woodward Avenue expansion. The merger with First Universalist Church of Our Father in 1934 strengthened the community, which continues today.

The congregation shapes the neighborhood through its work on environmental issues and social change, which visitors can experience in the regular gatherings and events held here. This focus has made the building a gathering place for people engaged in local concerns.

Access is straightforward from Cass Avenue, where the stone structure is clearly visible. When visiting, you can discover the open interior with its spiritual spaces and experience firsthand how the space feels.

The building is part of Cass Corridor Commons and was transferred to East Michigan Environmental Action Council in 2011. This shift shows how the church reuse its space for broader community goals while staying true to its original mission.

Location: Detroit

GPS coordinates: 42.35329,-83.06546

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:05