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|Body= [[Traverse City State Hospital|Northern Michigan Asylum for the Insane]] was established in 1885 as the demand for a third psychiatric hospital, in addition to those established in Kalamazoo and Pontiac, Michigan, began to grow. Lumber baron Perry Hannah, “the father of Traverse City,” used his political influence to secure its location in his home town. Under the supervision of prominent architect Gordon W. Lloyd, the first building, known as Building 50, was constructed with Victorian-Italianate style according to the Kirkbride Plan.     
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|Body= In 1883, discussions were made concerning opening a state hospital since the state's only mental facility in Indianapolis had become overcrowded. A 160-acre farm was purchased in October 1883, and an additional 121 adjoining acres were donated by the [[Logansport State Hospital|citizens of Cass County]]. Plans & specifications were submitted on May 26, 1884. The next year, the Administration building, a 3-story structure of Victorian architecture, was built at the center of the ridge (cliff) in the maple grove.     
 
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Revision as of 10:17, 12 January 2025

Featured Image Of The Week

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In 1883, discussions were made concerning opening a state hospital since the state's only mental facility in Indianapolis had become overcrowded. A 160-acre farm was purchased in October 1883, and an additional 121 adjoining acres were donated by the citizens of Cass County. Plans & specifications were submitted on May 26, 1884. The next year, the Administration building, a 3-story structure of Victorian architecture, was built at the center of the ridge (cliff) in the maple grove.