National Register of Historic Places listings in Shiawassee County, Michigan facts for kids
Shiawassee County, Michigan, is home to many amazing historic places! These special buildings and areas are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are important parts of American history and culture. By listing them, we help protect them for future generations to enjoy and learn from.
This list will take you on a tour of some of these cool historic spots across Shiawassee County. You'll see old houses, schools, train stations, and even a historic train! Each place has a story, even if we don't know all the details. They remind us of the people who lived and worked here long ago.
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Historic Places in Owosso
Owosso has the most historic places in Shiawassee County. Many of these are beautiful old homes or important buildings from the past.
Historic Homes in Owosso
- Nathan Ayres House: Located at 604 N. Water St., this house was added to the list on November 4, 1980.
- Leigh Christian House: You can find this historic home at 622 N. Ball St. It was recognized on November 4, 1980.
- Christian-Ellis House: This house at 600 N. Water St. also became historic on November 4, 1980.
- Frederick Frieseke Birthplace and Boyhood Home: This home at 654 N. Water St. is where famous artist Frederick Frieseke was born and grew up. It was listed on November 4, 1980.
- Julius Frieseke House: Another Frieseke family home, this one is at 529 Corunna Ave. It joined the list on April 5, 1990.
- Amos Gould House: Located at 115 W. King St., this house was added on November 4, 1980.
- Daniel Gould House: Once at 509 E. Main St., this building is sadly no longer standing. It was listed on November 4, 1980.
- Ebenezer Gould House: Originally at 603 W. Main St., this house was moved to a historic village in nearby Corunna. It was listed on November 4, 1980.
- House at 314 W. King St.: This historic house was at 314 W. King St. and was listed on November 4, 1980. A newer house stands there now.
- Eugene Jacobs House: Find this house at 220 W. King St. It was added to the register on November 4, 1980.
- Colin McCormick House: This home at 222 E. Exchange St. became historic on November 4, 1980.
- Selden Miner House: Located at 418 W. King St., this house was listed on November 4, 1980.
- Sylvester Opdyke House: This house at 655 N. Pine St. was added on November 4, 1980.
- Albert Palmer House: You can find this home at 528-530 River St. It was listed on November 4, 1980.
- George Pardee House: This house at 603 N. Ball St. became historic on November 4, 1980.
- George Perrigo House: Located at 213 N. Cedar St., this house was added on November 4, 1980.
- Edwin Todd House: This home at 520 N. Adams St. was listed on November 4, 1980.
- Alfred Williams House: You can find this house at 611 N. Ball St. It was added on November 4, 1980.
- Benjamin Williams House: This home at 628 N. Ball St. also became historic on November 4, 1980.
Other Historic Buildings and Districts in Owosso
- Duff Building: This commercial building at 118 W. Exchange St. was listed on January 31, 1985.
- Grow Block: Another commercial building, the Grow Block at 120-122 W. Exchange St., was also listed on January 31, 1985.
- Lincoln School: Located at 120 Michigan Ave., this old school building was added to the register on August 8, 2016.
- Old Miller Hospital: This former hospital building at 121 Michigan Ave. was listed on November 4, 1980.
- Lee Woodard and Sons Building: This industrial building at 306 S. Elm St. was listed on November 4, 1980.
- Lyman Woodard Company Workers' Housing: This housing for workers at 601 Clinton St. was recognized on November 4, 1980.
- Lyman Woodard Furniture and Casket Company Building: This factory building at 216-222 Elm St. was listed on November 4, 1980.
- Mason Street Historic Residential District: This historic neighborhood is roughly bounded by Laverock Alley, Dewey, Hickory, and Exchange Sts. It was listed on November 4, 1980.
- Michigan Avenue-Genesee Street Historic Residential District: Another historic neighborhood, this one is roughly bounded by Michigan Ave., Shiawassee, Cass, and Clinton Sts. It was listed on November 4, 1980.
- Oliver Street Historic District: This district includes Oliver St. between 3rd and Oak Sts., and Williams and Goodhue Sts. It was added on November 4, 1980.
- Owosso Downtown Historic District: The heart of Owosso's historic area, this district is roughly bounded by the Shiawassee River, Comstock, Water, Park, and Mason Sts. It was listed on April 7, 2014.
- West Town Historic Commercial and Industrial District: This district on Main St. was listed on November 4, 1980.
Historic Places in Corunna
Corunna, the county seat, also has some important historic sites.
- Shiawassee Street School (Corunna High School): This old school building at 106 S. Shiawassee St. was listed on March 13, 2017.
- John N. Ingersoll House: Located at 570 W. Corunna Ave., this house was added to the register on May 9, 1980.
- Shiawassee County Courthouse: This impressive building on Shiawassee St. is where the county's government business happens. It was listed on November 12, 1982.
Historic Places in Durand
Durand is known for its railway history, and its historic places reflect that.
- Old Durand High School: This former school building at 100 West Sycamore Street was listed on March 17, 2009.
- Durand Union Station (Grand Trunk Railway Station): A very important train station at 200 Railroad St., it was listed on May 6, 1971. It's a key part of Michigan's railway past.
- Williams-Cole House: This house at 6810 Newburg Rd. was listed on December 4, 1986.
Historic Places in Perry
Perry also has a few notable historic homes.
- Charles H. Calkins House: Located at 127 E. 1st St., this house was listed on March 29, 1978.
- Hezekiah W. and Sarah E. Fishell Cobb House: This home at 115 W. 2nd St. was added to the register on April 11, 1997.
Historic Places in Byron
- Byron Historic Commercial District: This historic area in Byron includes Saginaw St. from Maple to Water Sts. It was listed on September 13, 1984.
Historic Places in Morrice
- William Horton Farmhouse: This historic farmhouse at 1647 W. Miller Rd. was listed on April 10, 1986.
Unique Historic Items
Not all historic places are buildings! Sometimes, they are special objects or structures.
- Pere Marquette 1225: This is a real steam locomotive, located at 600 S. Oakwood St. in Owosso. It's a powerful reminder of the age of steam trains and was listed on July 31, 1994.
- Martin Road Bridge: This bridge used to cross the Shiawassee River in Caledonia Township near Corunna. It was listed on July 12, 1991. In 2016, the bridge was taken apart and moved to Auburn Valley State Park in Delaware to be put back together there.
Images for kids
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Nathan Ayres House
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Byron Historic Commercial District
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Charles H. Calkins House
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Leigh Christian House
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Christian-Ellis House
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Hezekiah W. and Sarah E. Fishell Cobb House
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Elias Comstock Cabin
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Shiawassee Street School (Corunna High School)
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Curwood Castle
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Duff Building
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Old Durand High School
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Frederick Frieseke Birthplace and Boyhood Home
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Julius Frieseke House
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Amos Gould House
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Daniel Gould House (no longer exists)
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Ebenezer Gould House (relocated)
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Durand Union Station
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Grow Block
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William Horton Farmhouse
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House at 314 W. King St. (replaced)
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John N. Ingersoll House
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Eugene Jacobs House
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Lincoln School
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Martin Road Bridge (relocated)
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Mason Street Historic Residential District
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Colin McCormick House
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Michigan Avenue-Genesee Street Historic Residential District
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Selden Miner House
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Old Miller Hospital
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Oliver Street Historic District
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Sylvester Opdyke House
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Owosso Downtown Historic District
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Albert Palmer House
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George Pardee House
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Pere Marquette 1225
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George Perrigo House
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Shiawassee County Courthouse
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Edwin Todd House
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West Town Historic Commercial and Industrial District
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Alfred Williams House
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Benjamin Williams House
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Williams-Cole House
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Lee Woodard and Sons Building
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Lyman Woodard Company Workers' Housing
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Lyman Woodard Furniture and Casket Company Building
