William Wesley PetersTaliesin 1932-1991

Church of Saint Mary

1969200 W Downie Street Alma MI 48801, MIOff-Market
Church of Saint Mary

This 1969 residence by William Wesley Peters exemplifies thoughtful architectural design with its integration of indoor and outdoor spaces, use of natural materials, and response to the surrounding landscape.

NOTE: Curved walls, sweeping cone-shaped roofs. Seats ~700. Deconsecrated 2017. DOCOMOMO US/Michigan preservation efforts. Threatened with demolition.

DETAILS

Year Built
1969
Location
200 W Downie Street Alma MI 48801, MI
Original Owner
Catholic Diocese
Last Sale
N/A

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Architect

William Wesley Peters

TALIESIN 1932-1991

William Wesley Peters was a prominent American architect who became one of Frank Lloyd Wright's most trusted apprentices and son-in-law. After Wright'...