Ferguson Building (Detroit, Michigan)

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The Ferguson Building was constructed as a six-story building in 1896. It was built at the request of Mr. Eralsey Ferguson, who stipulated in his will, that a five-story retail building be constructed on Woodward Avenue. The building was completed in 1897 at a cost of nearly $100,000.

The Ferguson Building was a speculative commercial building with a variety of tenants over the years. It was home to architects, dentists, insurance agents, dress makers, doctors and a photographer. A variety of upscale tenants occupied the building from the 1920’s thru 1940’s. These tenants included Russek’s Ladies Wear, I Miller Salon, Goetz & Mittleman, Sol Lachman, and Meyer Jewelry Company. Winkelman’s also leased the building from 1956 to 1987.