National Register of Historic Places

Hibbard Apartment Building

Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan
Listed
October 8, 1985
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
85002938

About this property

The Hibbard Apartment Building is an apartment building located at 8905 East Jefferson Avenue in Detroit, Michigan, directly adjacent to The Kean. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1985. The Hibbard Apartment Building is a nine-story structure with 40 units. The exterior is primarily red brick, with limestone on the first two stories. The façade is decorated with limestone decorative elements such as balustrades, pediments, and quoins. A pair of swags are located below the cornice. The building is notable for its handsome Renaissance Revival design. In addition, the Hibbard is notable for its architect, Robert O. Derrick, who also designed the National Historic Landmark Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan. The building is currently operated as an apartment building by Friedman Communities.

Location

8905 E. Jefferson Ave.
Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan
42.35737, -82.98701

Categories

ARCHITECTURE
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Sources

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When was Hibbard Apartment Building listed on the National Register?

Hibbard Apartment Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 8, 1985.

What type of historic resource is Hibbard Apartment Building?

Hibbard Apartment Building is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Hibbard Apartment Building?

The period of significance for Hibbard Apartment Building is recorded as the industrial era.

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