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Governor's Mansion (James Wright Gordon House)

Greek Revival · Built 1839

621 South Marshall Avenue, Marshall, MI 49068

An 1839 Greek Revival home built for James Wright Gordon, who became Michigan's acting governor in 1841. Built when Marshall expected to be named the state capital — the basis for the nearby 'Capitol Hill' name.

Details

Architect
Unknown
Property type
Residential
Historic district
Marshall Historic District
Historic marker
Michigan State Historic Site
Area of significance
Politics/Government
Level of significance
State
Notable residents
James Wright Gordon
Notable uses
Private residence
Coordinates
42.2662, -84.9656