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Docomomo_US/MI We raise awareness of Michigan’s modern design heritage and resources and work to encourage their

We’d like to thank everyone who attended our Annual member meeting and reception! Dr. Dale Allen Gyure, Professor of Ar...
05/18/2026

We’d like to thank everyone who attended our Annual member meeting and reception!

Dr. Dale Allen Gyure, Professor of Architecture (and Docomomo Michigan board member), gave attendees an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of both the Lawrence Tech Campus in Southfield and Frank Lloyd Wright’s Affleck House in Bloomfield Hills.

We’d like to extend a special thanks to those made this event possible, from the Lawrence Tech faculty and staff, to Docomomo board members and guests. We appreciate the time and effort spent on making this event a success!

Thanks again for all who joined us— it was wonderful to see you!

A limited number of tickets are available for our Frank Lloyd Wright’s Affleck House & Lawrence Tech Campus Tour. Join ...
05/06/2026

A limited number of tickets are available for our Frank Lloyd Wright’s Affleck House & Lawrence Tech Campus Tour.

Join us on Saturday, May 16th for
Annual Docomomo MI member meeting and reception— followed by guided architectural tours of LTU and the Affleck House, guided by

Docomomo Michigan invites you to join us for a special tour of the architecture of Lawrence Technological University guided by Dr. Dale Allen Gyure, Professor of Architecture.

Following the campus tour, registered participants will be taken by bus to Bloomfield Hills to visit the Gregor and Elizabeth Affleck House (1941), an early Usonian house designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and owned by LTU since 1978.

Lawrence Technological University
21000 West 10 Mile Road
Southfield, MI 48075
Saturday, May 16 12:30-5:30 pm

All are welcome to attend the reception, annual meeting, and LTU tour. No registration or fee required.

Tap link in profile or use link below to reserve your tickets. We’re excited to see you there!

Photo Credit: Dr. Dale Allen Gyure

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tour-frank-lloyd-wrights-affleck-house-lawrence-tech-campus-wdocomomomi-tickets-1986782982383?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios&sg=9796b1ac6244d7340b02c37286e8d525474d71fb74857818a9fee131bd83bb63e9b47a72b89c3a1d8303e6e676e334880946296eae27ec18d2d947da1e28d8425ef1544b1448c5b6e1ab1b17b9

The Grosse Pointe Modern: Exploring Three Residential Masterpieces” event is Sold Out! Thank you in advance to everyone ...
05/01/2026

The Grosse Pointe Modern: Exploring Three Residential Masterpieces” event is Sold Out! Thank you in advance to everyone who reserved tickets to the upcoming event.

The tour is organized by DOCOMOMO-US/MI and led by Docomomo MI board president, Deborah Lubera Kawsky. The MHPN event features a bus and walking tour of three Modernist homes including the W. Hawkins Ferry House, the John and Kathleen McLucas House, and the Frank and Anne Parcells House.

Image Credits:
—John and Kathleen McLucas House
Photo Credit: Robert R. Lubera
—Frank and Anne Parcells House
Photo Credit: Brian Conway
—W. Hawkins Ferry House
Photo Credit: James Haefner

Join us on Saturday, May 16th for our Annual member meeting and reception— followed by guided tours of and the Afflec...
04/30/2026

Join us on Saturday, May 16th for our Annual member meeting and reception— followed by guided tours of and the Affleck House.

Please note there are a limited number of tickets remaining for the Affleck House tour, so be sure to reserve your tickets in advance.

Docomomo Michigan invites you to join us for a special tour of the architecture of Lawrence Technological University guided by Dr. Dale Allen Gyure, Professor of Architecture.

Following the campus tour, registered participants* will be taken by bus to Bloomfield Hills to visit the Gregor and Elizabeth Affleck House (1941), an exceptional early Usonian house designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and owned by LTU since 1978.

Lawrence Technological University
21000 West 10 Mile Road
Southfield, MI 48075
Saturday, May 16 12:30-5:30 pm

Tap the link in our profile or click the link below for additional information and to reserve tickets. We’re excited to see you there!

Image Credits:
LTU Campus Building, courtesy of LTU
Affleck House
Photo Credit: James Haefner

All are welcome to attend the reception, annual meeting, and LTU tour. No registration or fee required, but does not include Affleck House tour, which requires a reserved ticket.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tour-frank-lloyd-wrights-affleck-house-lawrence-tech-campus-wdocomomomi-tickets-1986782982383?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios&sg=9796b1ac6244d7340b02c37286e8d525474d71fb74857818a9fee131bd83bb63e9b47a72b89c3a1d8303e6e676e334880946296eae27ec18d2d947da1e28d8425ef1544b1448c5b6e1ab1b17b9

Tour Frank Lloyd Wright’s Affleck House & Lawrence Tech Campus with DocomomoMI! We are thrilled to announce a collaborat...
04/17/2026

Tour Frank Lloyd Wright’s Affleck House & Lawrence Tech Campus with DocomomoMI!

We are thrilled to announce a collaboration with LTU! Join us on Saturday, May 16th for our Annual Docomomo MI member meeting and reception— followed by guided tours of LTU and the Affleck House!

Docomomo Michigan invites you to join us for a special tour of the architecture of Lawrence Technological University guided by Dr. Dale Allen Gyure, Professor of Architecture.

Lawrence Tech’s Southfield campus features a range of mid-century modernist architecture designed or co-designed by Earl W. Pellerin, the first head of architecture at LTU, as well as award-winning designs by Redstone and Associates, Gwathmey Siegel and Associates (2001), Harley Ellis Deveraux, Morphosis, and INFORM.

Following the campus tour, registered participants* will be taken by bus to Bloomfield Hills to visit the Gregor and Elizabeth Affleck House (1941), an exceptional early Usonian house designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and owned by LTU since 1978.

Lawrence Technological University
21000 West 10 Mile Road
Southfield, MI 48075
Saturday, May 16 12:30-5:30 pm

Tap link in profile or link below for additional information and to reserve tickets. We’re excited to see you there!

*Please note: Tickets are required for Affleck House tour and registration is limited - reserve your spot now!

All are welcome to attend the reception, annual meeting, and LTU tour. No registration or fee required, but does not include Affleck House tour, which requires a reserved ticket.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tour-frank-lloyd-wrights-affleck-house-lawrence-tech-campus-wdocomomomi-tickets-1986782982383?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios&sg=9796b1ac6244d7340b02c37286e8d525474d71fb74857818a9fee131bd83bb63e9b47a72b89c3a1d8303e6e676e334880946296eae27ec18d2d947da1e28d8425ef1544b1448c5b6e1ab1b17b9

is excited to announce a collaboration with . Our organizations are offering an upcoming bus and walking tour: “Grosse ...
04/17/2026

is excited to announce a collaboration with . Our organizations are offering an upcoming bus and walking tour: “Grosse Pointe Modern: Exploring Three Residential Masterpieces.”

Whereas the Detroit suburb of Grosse Pointe is best known for historic revival-style homes, it is also home to notable spectacular modern residences designed by renowned architects Alden B. Dow, Alexander Girard, William Kessler, Paul Rudolph, Eliel and Eero Saarinen, Minoru Yamasaki and others.

The tour features three residential masterpieces, including: Alexander Girard’s John and Kathleen McLucas House (1950), William Kessler’s W. Hawkins Ferry House (1963), and Paul Rudolph’s Frank and Anne Parcells House (1970). Current owners will share their experiences in owning and preserving these exemplars of Grosse Pointe’s modernist heritage.

The tour is organized by DOCOMOMO-US/MI and led by Docomomo MI board president, Deborah Lubera Kawsky

Registration for the tour is through the MHPN conference website.

Conference Website:
https://www.mhpn.org/conference/

Image Credits:
—W. Hawkins Ferry House
Photo Credit: James Haefner

This mid-century modern home is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It was built in 1967. It was designed by architect Rober...
03/27/2026

This mid-century modern home is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It was built in 1967.

It was designed by architect Robert Metcalf, and was considered to be his showcase home.

It represents a unique addition to Ann Arbor’s architectural legacy, exemplifying enduring design, superior craftsmanship and materials.

This home is currently on the market and is listed by
JoAnn Barrett

Photos courtesy of Howard Hanna Real Estate

This Midland, Michigan home was constructed in 1957. It was designed by Glenn Beach.The home has been impeccably maintai...
03/13/2026

This Midland, Michigan home was constructed in 1957. It was designed by Glenn Beach.

The home has been impeccably maintained and thoughtfully updated. The upper level features both a spacious living room with a statement fireplace and a separate family room, offering multiple gathering spaces designed for comfort and entertaining.

The finished lower level provides additional living space, including a large rec room with its own fireplace and bar area.

This home is not yet on the market, but is expected to hit the market soon. Tom Webb is the listing agent. Photos courtesy of Century 21 Signature Realty Midland.

This home was built in 1962. It’s located in Grandville, Michigan.The Mid-Century Modern design features dramatic roof l...
03/01/2026

This home was built in 1962. It’s located in Grandville, Michigan.

The Mid-Century Modern design features dramatic roof lines, vaulted ceilings, and expansive angled windows. It still retains some elements of the original design throughout.

It’s currently on the market, and is listed by real estate agent Steve Frody. Tge photos are courtesy of City2Shore Real Estate Inc.

This home was designed in 1948 by Frank Lloyd Wright. It is located in Galesburg, Michigan. The Weisblat House is one of...
02/26/2026

This home was designed in 1948 by Frank Lloyd Wright. It is located in Galesburg, Michigan.

The Weisblat House is one of only four Wright-designed Usonian homes in The Acres, a 70-acre wooded enclave on the National Register of Historic Places.

The home is constructed of concrete block and mahogany. Features include ribbon windows, cantilevered rooflines, and an open living and dining area.

The home is currently for sale.

Property listed by Victoria Krause Schutte, photos courtesy of Christie’s International R.E.

This Mid-Century Modern home was built in 1960. It’s located in West Bloomfield, Michigan. It is currently on the market...
02/19/2026

This Mid-Century Modern home was built in 1960. It’s located in West Bloomfield, Michigan.

It is currently on the market, and is listed by Katherine E Broock. Photos courtesy of Max Broock, Realtors

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Box 701183 47526 Clipper Street
Plymouth, MI
48170

Telephone

(512) 710-6969

Website

https://www.docomomo-mi.org/

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