Two Michigan courthouses voted among the most beautiful public buildings in America
America is dotted with public buildings that locals stroll past without a second thought — places that aren’t famous, don’t star in guidebooks, and rarely show up on Instagram, but absolutely should. From century-old courthouses to quietly majestic libraries, these structures carry more history, craftsmanship, and architectural personality than many of the landmarks that get all the attention.
To find the country’s most underrated civic gems, LovevsDesign.com, custom wallpaper experts, commissioned a nationwide survey of 3,014 respondents, asking them which public buildings in their state they consider beautiful yet constantly overlooked. The results reveal a surprisingly rich cross-section of American design.
Two Michigan public buildings were listed among the top 40 in the list of the most beautiful in the country:
• #29—Lenawee County Courthouse, Adrian
With its red brick façade, tall arched windows, and a softly rounded dome, this courthouse has a quiet grandeur that fits perfectly into Adrian’s historic district. The building feels substantial without being stern, and the surrounding trees give it a warm, settled character. It’s a handsome civic landmark that often goes underappreciated.
• #38—Houghton County Courthouse, Houghton
A magnificent example of High Victorian design that blends Second Empire, Ruskinian Gothic, and Italianate styles, this courthouse is a striking mix of cream-colored Milwaukee brick and contrasting red Jacobsville sandstone trim. The textures of the masonry give it tremendous character, especially in northern Michigan’s shifting seasons. It’s a building with presence — rugged, beautiful, and far more architecturally significant than most people realize.
To view the entire list of most beautiful public buildings in America, visit www.lovevsdesign.com/133-beautiful-public-buildings.html.
Women’s Bar Association to volunteer at Forgotten Harvest
The Women’s Bar Association, Oakland County Region of the Women Lawyers Association of Michigan, will conduct a volunteer event at Forgotten Harvest.
Volunteers can join the WBA at Forgotten Harvest on Saturday, February 7, from 9 a.m. to noon to give back to the community together.
Forgotten Harvest is located at 15000 W. Eight Mile Rd. in Oak Park. To sign up for the volunteer event, email jacqueline august@rocket.com.
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