Historical Architecture of Grosse Pointe – 1009 Yorkshire Road
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Last week we concluded our two-part series on how the schools in Grosse Pointe got their names. The schools in Grosse Pointe have, and always will, play a significant part in the community. Not only were they designed by noted architects, but their names pay homage to the incredible individuals who helped shape the educational system we know today.
This week we head to Grosse Pointe Park to explore 1009 Yorkshire. This stunning center entrance Colonial was completed in 1936, for Clarence E. Bleicher, president of DeSoto Motors.
1009 Yorkshire is typical of the larger family homes that were constructed in Grosse Pointe during the 1920’s and 1930’s. They were created for prominent businessmen and were generally designed by an established…
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