“This ornate facade is hidden away on Kingsley,” writes Joel Batterman–“809 E. Kingsley,” adds Michael Ferguson, identifying February’s photo of what Kristen Schleick further decscribes as “the historic apartment building, Kingsley Post.” “A good pick!” continues Batterman. It’s “the only Moorish-style building in Ann Arbor.”
Elli Gurfinkel discovered the gem while attending the U-M Nursing School around the corner in the former St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. It’s “one of the many interesting buildings in the ‘old St. Joe’ neighborhood,” writes Pam Kittel. Kittie Morelock, who once lived next door to Kingsley Post, in “Kingsley Post East,” describes “the intricate design and beautiful tile work” as “unforgettable.” Judi Taylor, who passes it on her way to church at St. Thomas, points out that “the building was designed in 1929 by Ypsilanti architect Ralph S. Gerganoff.”
Taylor won our random drawing from among the sixteen correct entries. She will enjoy her $25 gift certificate at Lake Trust Credit Union.
To enter this month’s contest, use the photo and clue on the Back Page of the March issue to identify the scene, then follow the instructions at the bottom of the page.