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…$200 Jan. 28-Feb. 3, 2021 / 15-21 Shevat 5781 Page 14 Albert Kahn Preserving the Legacy of New foundation to honor life’s work of Detroit’s master architect. …

…Congratulations to the Detroit Jewish News on 75 Years of Publishing From the Members of the Detroit Athletic Club As a Private Club & 102 Years in our Albert Kahn-Designed Clubhouse jn July 18…

…20 | JUNE 9 • 2022 OUR COMMUNITY D etroiters live among the diverse and innovative buildings created by Albert Kahn Inc. (now Albert Kahn Associates) during the first half of the 20th century…

…. The Fisher Building, Ford Motor Company’s Highland Park Plant, the Belle Isle Aquarium and Temple Beth El in Detroit are a few examples. The Albert Kahn Legacy Foundation was created in 2021 to…

… of Albert Kahn M any Detroiters have visited the Fisher Building, Bonstelle Theatre or the University of Michigan’s Hill Auditorium without realizing that they were designed by Albert Kahn. “He…

… hasn’t gotten his place among famous Detroiters — his story doesn’t go everywhere although his work does, ” says Heidi Pfannes, senior asso- ciate and director of business development at Albert Kahn…

…arts & life architec ture A Life In Progress Julie Edgar | Special to the Jewish News Albert Kahn, c. 1939 ALBERT KAHN AND ASSOCIATES, ARCHITECTS/ALBERT KAHN PAPERS, BENTLEY HISTORICAL LIBRARY…

…. BOTTOM RIGHT: Albert Kahn, Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera (c. 1940), who famously lived in Detroit from 1932-33 while painting his Detroit Industry murals (funded by Edsel Ford) for the DIA. BACKGROUND IMAGE…

…SEPTEMBER 23 • 2021 | 21 OUR COMMUNITY T he Albert Kahn Legacy Foundation has created its initial exhibit celebrating the work of Albert Kahn, the world’s foremost industrial architect of…

… the first half of the 20th century. Titled “Albert Kahn: Creating the Modern World,” it is on public display at the Fisher Building in Detroit through Sept. 30. While the Fisher Building is…

…. For more information, visit AlbertKahnLegacy.org. New Exhibit Celebrates Albert Kahn’s Life and Accomplishments SHARI S. COHEN CONTRIBUTING WRITER LEFT TO RIGHT: Albert Kahn’s legacy includes…

… Michael G. Smith). Chrysler Corporation’s Dodge Half-Ton Truck Plant Export Building, 1938. (Albert Kahn Associates). THE ALBERT KAHN LEGACY FOUNDATION. DESIGNER: ERIC KELLER Detroit Athletic Club, 1915…

…You are cordially invited to attend-the Gala Testimonial Dinner honoring Cantor Louis Klein on the occasion of his retirement A recent tour, "The Architecture of Albert Kahn," was sponsored by the…

… Jewish Historical Society, the Detroit Historical Society, and Preservation Wayne. Shown are Peter Robinson, great-grandson of Albert Kahn; Judy Cantor; Rosalie Kahn Butzel, Albert Kahn's only surviving…

… illustrated, impressively defined volume about one of the very great in architecture. In The Legacy of Albert Kahn (Wayne State University Press), the subject covers a vast area that includes a personality…

… depicted as well as his artistic Albert Kahn firm, with the university that has issued the present volume and with the articles associated in the notable volume. Of very special interest in this work is the…

… them.” A photo of young Albert Kahn, in fore- ground, at the Mason & Rice firm, 1888. MICHAEL G. SMITH MICHAEL G. SMITH BURTON HISTORICAL COLLECTION, DETROIT PUBLIC LIBRARY …

…DESIGN All Dressed Up Local designers embellish the beautiful bones of an Albert Kahn-designed home. BY LYNNE KONSTANTIN T he air is crisp, colorful leaves crunch underfoot. What can it mean…

… offer a preview of the story behind the story of this year's home and its architect, Albert Kahn. Kahn was born near Frankfurt, Germany; in 1880 his father, a rabbi and teacher, brought his family…

…its & Entertainment Forever Modern U-114. _Museum highlights architect Albert Kahn's artistic impact on the Modern movement in Detroit and around the world. Albert Kahn, in foreground, seated on…

… Albert Kahn comes up in local professional circles, there are lots of structural associations — Ford factories, the Fisher Building, the James Couzens mansion. `When the Kahn name comes up in art circles…

…22 | JUNE 9 • 2022 When Albert Kahn joined Mason & Rice, a local archi- tectural firm, as an errand boy, Kahn devoted himself to learning as much as possi- ble from the firm’s employees and…

…’s firm designed the Detroit Athletic Club, General Motors headquarters as well as many Ford manufacturing plants, they may not realize that Albert Kahn Inc. designed factories to produce Navy ships…

…Metro Remembering Albert Kahn New book, four-week class focus on groundbreaking architect. Diana Lieberman Special to the Jewish News A lbert Kahn (1869-1942), the oldest son of an immigrant…

… served as chief justice of the Michigan Supreme Court, Albert Kahn was distinguished by "his loyalty to his family and friends." These traits are evident in the letters to his children and granddaughters…

… type of patriotism. It is no wonder he was a highly respect- ed member of the Jewish and Detroit communities. Another article noted that Albert Kahn had passed away. It would not be an exaggeration to…

… Fisher Building and General Motors former headquarters on Grand Boulevard . His firm, Albert Kahn Associates, is still in Detroit, based in the — you guessed it — Albert Kahn Building • Want to learn more…

… Antisemitic Incidents that shows a 56% increase in 2021. » April 28 — Detroit Historical Museum opens major exhibit on the legacy of Albert Kahn, the premier industrial architect of the 20th century…

… DESIGN 1st Place A Return to Glory - Michelle Sheridan 2nd Place Freedom Finally - Michelle Sheridan 4th Place Preserving the Legacy of Albert Kahn - Michelle Sheridan FEATURE REPORTING 1st Place…

… historic estates. Designed by Albert Kahn. Elegant English Tudor situated on almost 4 acres, frontage on Walden Pond. The grandeur of arched doorways, plaster crown moldings and a slate roof. 2-story foyer…

… introducing Albert Kahn and his achievements, designed by Eric Keller, a volunteer. (Some images from the pop-up exhibit are included with this article.) Volunteer board members are con- sidering possible…

… traffic in public buildings. Long-term, the board is considering the feasibility of creating an Albert Kahn museum. “Ideally, we want something permanent,” Pfannes says, “but there are pop-ups in the…

…The Master Builder Albert Kahn, World Famous Industrial Architect, is Builder of Thousands of Plants in IL S. and Abroad "Master of concrete and steel, master of space and of time, he stands today…

… at the forefront of our profession in meeting the colossal demands of a Government in its hour of need." Albert Kahn, one of the world's most noted industrial architects, is the artist who was referred…

…46 | DECEMBER 31 • 2020 Looking Back A Master Architect B efore the year ends, there is one more anniversary to acknowledge. In 2020, Albert Kahn Associates Inc. has cel- ebrated its 125th year…

… anniversary. Its name- sake, founder and Jewish Detroiter Albert Kahn, was an innovator and the world’s foremost industrial designer and architect of the 20th century. Kahn’s impact upon Detroit is visible…

… Kahn-designed landmark office buildings. Their firm, the Southfield-based Farbman Group, purchased the art deco masterwork Fisher Building and the Albert Kahn Building in the New Center area, as well as…

… satisfaction as well. "Albert Kahn was our great-great uncle on our mother's side," said 27-year- old Andrew, executive vice president of the real estate organization. Added David, the 30-year-old chief…

…'ve never seen so many reports on the black ties in Ann Arbor," reunion of said Isabel Buckner, indicat- Albert Kahn's family and the ing a real tribute by the more Detroit Chapter of the than 300 guests…

…. Alzheimer's Association. Others attendees included The twin exhibitions of the Ann Smith of Santa Barbara, work of famed architect Calif., and her sister Suzy Albert Kahn along with a CARLA JEAN Farbman of…

… qualify for one credit hoilr of C.P.E. For reserv. tiors or informa- tion, call Larry Iyman, 352- 8040; or Jim Grey, 540-1440. REAL ESTATE AND CON- STRUCTION UNIT in coop- eration with Albert Kahn…

… Associates, will sponsor a sym- posium commemorating the life and work of the internationally-recognized ar- chitect, Albert Kahn, at 2 p.m. Feb. 1 at the Engineering Society of Detroit, 100 Farnsworth…

…Imagined Image Granddaughter's spiritually inspired photography is on display alongside Albert Kahn retrospective. SUZANNE CHESSLER Ruben's exhibit is a retrospective of the artist's entire body…

… Detroit-based architect Albert Kahn, grew up in Birmingham, where her family gave her a strong grounding in appreciat- ing the arts, but left little time for Judaism. It was only after she moved away and…

…History of Detroit Buildings Delineates Synagogue Structures by Albert Kahn W. Hawkins Ferry, an honorary curator of architecture, member of a pioneer Detroit family, has written an impressive work…

… representation and the many crea- tions of Albert Kahn Associates receive due recognition. With reference to the Shaarey Zedek, mention is made of the in- fluence of Frank Lloyd Wright's ideas, and the author…

… Ann Arbor, a Kahn-Designed Institution and,featuring Igor Gorin, is seek- Designing of Detroit's Jewish Hospital is under way, ing more members, and invites with Albert Kahn Associated Architects and…

… surgeons, will co- operate with the Kahn organiza- tion in planning the hospital. Formed 40 Years Ago The Kahn organization was founded 40 years ago in Detroit by the late Albert Kahn. • It has ALBERT KAHN…

… funds or artwork to the museum. Albert Kahn, a German Jewish immigrant who became a world-renown architect, was asked to design a bigger DIA museum on Woodward Avenue during the 1920s…

…- tures, classroom materials and publications. OPPOSITE PAGE, LEFT: Barbara Cohn with Head of a Saint (shown mounted on another artwork) donated by Albert Kahn. BELOW: Harry Glicksman is pic…

… glorious Jewish institutions. Designed by celebrated Jewish architect Albert Kahn, who at the time was a younger member of the congregation, Temple Beth El had a bril- liant, sweeping skylight and a grand…

… Building, a former dilapidated neo-gothic skyscrap- Built in 1902 as Temple Beth El, iconic Albert Kahn structure to get a $50 million restoration. ASHLEY ZLATOPOLSKY CONTRIBUTING WRITER continued on…

… conceived by a Jewish Detroiter, David Heineman, and designed by anoth- Aquarium designed by Albert Kahn er, Albert Kahn. Now a suburban Jewish woman has spearheaded a volunteer effort to revitalize the…

… hone interview skills. Job placement assistance and referral to employ- ment opportunities are also avail- able. For information, call JVS, (248) 559-5000. Albert Kahn Subject Of Talk 'Albert Kahn…

… and treasurer. The drive formally starts Oct. 13. Feldman-Meskin Rites Held at Shaarey Zedek 30—Friday, September 18, 1970 THE DETROIT JEWISH NEWS Albert Kahn Legacy Enters 6-Week Photo Exhibition…

… special preview showing of "The Legacy of Albert Kahn" at the Detroit Institute of Arts Monday are (from left) Edward Rothman, Dr. Edgar Kahn, Robert Kahn and Mrs. William Kahn. Pictured to the right of…

… LEVEL | 3 CAR GAR TWO ACRE PARK-LIKE SETTING | POOL | BLOOMFIELD HILLS SCHOOLS 3800 KIRKWAY RD, BLOOMFIELD TWP - $2,995,000 ALBERT KAHN DESIGNED | GATED, 2.2 SECLUDED ACRES | JOHN MORGAN KITCHEN…

… TWP - $2,995,000 ALBERT KAHN DESIGNED | GATED, 2.2 SECLUDED ACRES | JOHN MORGAN KITCHEN & MASTER BATH | SEVEN CAR GAR | BLOOMFIELD HILLS SCHOOLS …

… Albert Kahn-designed building. PLY+ ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN The museum’ s entrance on Garfield Street Arts&Life museum …

… | Bloomfield | $875,000 Truly special Albert Kahn-designed home on idyllic 2.5-acre hilltop setting. Style preserved throughout the years with the addition of modern amenities. Remodeled Arts & Crafts…

… | Bloomfield | $875,000 Truly special Albert Kahn-designed home on idyllic 2.5-acre hilltop setting. Style preserved throughout the years with the addition of modern amenities. Remodeled Arts & Crafts…

… they rolled up Woodward Avenue to the Bethel Community Transformation Center, the site of this year’s High Holiday services. The historic Albert Kahn building, which dates back to 1921, is the for- mer…

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… Albert Kahn Associates, bringing along his brothers, Louis, Moritz and Felix. A few years later, his engineer brother, Julius, came on board, developing a concrete reinforc- ing system that was later…

…' Frontage. 1.3 Acres $1,495,000 Franklin Village 5 BR, 5.3 BA, 10,000+ Sq. Ft. Birmingham Schools $2,150,000 te e,, Albert Kahn Design 5 BR, 4.3 BA, 4,600 Sq. Ft. Bloomfield Hills Schools $1,250,000 Echo…

…JEFF&MATT BARKER 45 HOMES SOLD IN 2013 'AVER A HOME A WEEK! N- f•'^"...' ALBERT KAHN DESIGN EXCLUSIVE ECHO PARK One of Bloomfield's premier historic estates. Elegant English Tudor situated on…

…MAX BROOCK REALTORS CONGRATULATES JEFF&NIATT BARKER OVER 40 HOMES SOLD IN 2013! ALBERT KAHN DESIGN One of Bloomfield's premier historic estates. Elegant English tudor, on al- most 4 acres…

… RC Talent Show. MANY THANKS TO OUR BELFOR PROPERTY R ESTOR ATI ON CITIZENS BANK C ANCEL° nwis ALBERT KAHN ASSOCIATES, INC. MANNING. DESIGN AND AMNACJAILNI Grant Thornton LAKES URGENT CARE…

… for living in Southeastern Michigan. Nestled on the Franklin River on the site of the original Albert Kahn estate, Cressbrook offers everything you'd expect and more. With windows that highlight lush…

…-based Farbman Group, purchased the Fisher Building, the Albert Kahn Building and the former Detroit Free Press building. In addition, they acquired the commercial building that now houses the Woodward lofts, and…

… spaces. 200 River Place was originally the Parke-Davis building, where the first aspirin was made. In the 1920s, Albert Kahn sold the build- ing to Stroh and it later stood vacant for 12 years. After a $15…

…5 THE JEWISH CHRONICLE Albert Kahn Becomes Architect For United States Is Only Man Outside of War Department to Draw Plans for Government Work—Has Charge of Gigantic Projects— Picked Because of…

… capacity. This unusual and unprecedented honor falls to Mr. Albert Kahn, the interna- tionally recognized architect of Detroit. who is one of our most distinguished Jewish residents. Mr. Kahn has drawn plans…

…26 Friday, March 6, 1970 THE DETROIT JEWISH NEWS — Albert Kahn Associates Honored by Detroit on 75th Anniversary Commodores Feted Miss Toni Reisma n 16 Be at Great Lakes Mrs. Robert N. Bader…

… • * * A distinguished gathering of De- troiters joined on Tuesday noon, at a conference at the Engineering Society, in honoring the 75th anni- versary of Albert Kahn Associates, the nationally famous firm…

… application, con- tact the Jewish Education Project’s Jodie Goldberg, director of the generate fellowship, at jgoldberg@ JewishEdProject.org. Albert Kahn Postage Stamp Is Proposed T he Albert Kahn Legacy…

….org/ JCADA. BUILDING THE MODERN WORLD 7 PM, APRIL 27 The Albert Kahn Legacy Foundation will host a free virtual presentation. “Albert Kahn Designs Detroit” is a talk with Michael Hodges, author and…

… revealed the origin of his intense dislike of Jews.” Yet, Watts said, he worked closely with Jewish pro- fessionals, like architect Albert Kahn, who designed the Ford Highland Park and Rouge plants. And he…

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