Victory Housing
February 17, 2006
Today’s Photo Du Jour covers Victory homes. In Canada theses homes were built and owned by Wartime Housing Ltd. The crown corporation bought materials and land and followed through with orders for homes across the country. Victory Homes came in two models: a two-room…
February 15, 2006 - Cobo Arena
February 15, 2006
Located on the Riverfront, and underused is the historic Cobo Arena. Built in 1960 it is nothing spectacular architecturally, but it has a legendary musical pedigree.
Some very big selling musical albums were recorded live at Cobo – Among them: Kiss – Alive!
February 13, 2006 - Lee Plaza
February 13, 2006
The other day I was heading into the City from the west. I got off at Grand Blvd. and decided to swing by and see how the old Lee Plaza was looking. It was obvious from the highway that she was looking pretty sad since her top was stolen, but I wanted to see first…
February 6, 2006 - A look back at the DSAC Building
February 6, 2006
Over on Watson Street, the former Detirot Society of Arts and Crafts building came down late last week. Here is a look back.
The building was designed by Smith, Hinchman & Grylls along with Willam “Buck” Stratton. Built in 1916, it last 90 years untill the…