Merchants Building, Detroit

Name: Merchants Building
Address: Detroit, United States

#256 among attractions in Detroit

Neo-renaissance architecture

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The Merchants Building is a commercial building located at 206 East Grand River Avenue in Downtown Detroit, Michigan. It is also known as the Broadway Merchants Building. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983. ()

Coordinates: 42°20'5"N, 83°2'45"W

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Downtown DetroitDetroit United States

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Merchants Building – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Campus Martius Park, Greektown Casino, Detroit Opera House, Saint Andrew's Hall.

~980 ftS
Park, Neighbourhood, Architecture
Campus Martius Park, Detroit
5 min walk • Campus Martius Park, located in the heart of downtown Detroit, United States, is a vibrant and dynamic green space that serves as a social and cultural hub for the city's residents and visitors. This urban park, spanning approximately 2.5 acres, was re-established in...
~1220 ftE
Nightlife, Gambling, Hotel casino
Greektown Casino, Detroit
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Detroit's vibrant Greektown district, the Greektown Casino-Hotel emerges as a premier gaming and entertainment destination. This dynamic complex, which opened its doors in 2000, beckons visitors with its blend of thrilling casino action...
~1030 ftNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Opera
Detroit Opera House, Detroit
5 min walk • The Detroit Opera House stands as a cultural beacon in the heart of Detroit, United States. This elegant venue, renowned for its stunning architecture and acoustics, has become a cornerstone of the city's performing arts scene.
~1440 ftSE
Nightlife, Theater, Concerts and shows
Saint Andrew's Hall, Detroit
7 min walk • Saint Andrew's Hall, a quintessential music venue nestled in the heart of Detroit, Michigan, has carved out its place as an iconic spot in the city's cultural tapestry. This storied establishment, often affectionately referred to as "The Saint" by locals, has been the...
~130 ftNW
Neighbourhood
Broadway Avenue Historic District, Detroit
1 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Detroit, Michigan, the Broadway Avenue Historic District stands as a testament to the city's rich architectural and commercial history. This notable strip of Broadway Avenue, between Gratiot Avenue and East Grand River, is lined with buildings...
~830 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Detroit
5 min walk • The Music Hall Center for Performing Arts is a 1,731-seat theatre located in the city's theatre district at 350 Madison Street in Downtown Detroit, Michigan. It was built in 1928 as the Wilson Theatre, designated a Michigan State Historic Site in 1976, and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977.
~1090 ftN
Concerts and shows, Theater
Century Theatre, Detroit
6 min walk • The Century Theatre in Detroit shares a lobby with the Gem Theatre. The theatre has seating at cabaret tables, and the stage hosts quirky shows, such as Forbidden Broadway, Menopause the Musical, and Late Nite Catechism.
~770 ftE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Second Baptist Church, Detroit
4 min walk • The Second Baptist Church, located at 441 Monroe Street within Greektown in Detroit, Michigan, is the oldest African-American church in the Midwestern United States.
~1050 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows
Gem Theatre, Detroit
6 min walk • The Gem Theatre is a performing arts theater located in Detroit, Michigan. Built in 1927 in the Spanish Revival style, it houses a two level theater with traditional row and aisle seating along with stage-level seating at cabaret tables. The Gem Theatre was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1985.
~1160 ftW
Synagogue
Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue, Detroit
6 min walk • The Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue is a synagogue located at 1457 Griswold Street in Detroit, Michigan.
~1400 ftN
Nightlife, Restaurant, Streamline Moderne architecture
Elwood Bar, Detroit
7 min walk • The Elwood Bar was built in 1936 at 2100 Woodward Avenue in Detroit, Michigan and is now located at 300 East Adams Street. The name comes from a combination of the cross streets: izabeth and ward. The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1985.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Merchants Building?

Nearby attractions include Broadway Avenue Historic District, Detroit (1 min walk), Randolph Street Commercial Buildings Historic District, Detroit (2 min walk), Cary Building, Detroit (3 min walk), Harmonie Centre, Detroit (3 min walk).

How to get to Merchants Building by public transport?

The nearest stations to Merchants Building:

Light rail

Cadillac Center • Lines: Dpm (2 min walk)
Broadway • Lines: Dpm (4 min walk)

Bus

Gratiot / Brush NS • Lines: 06, 530 (3 min walk)
Randolph / Monroe • Lines: 06, 530, 563 (3 min walk)

Tram

Campus Martius • Lines: QLine (5 min walk)
Grand Circus Park • Lines: QLine (7 min walk)