Guardian Building

Guardian Building
Interactive map showing the location of Guardian Building
Location500 Griswold Street
Detroit, Michigan
Coordinates42°19′47″N 83°2′45″W / 42.32972°N 83.04583°W / 42.32972; -83.04583
Built1929
ArchitectWirt C. Rowland of Smith, Hinchman & Grylls
Architectural styleMayan Revival, Art Deco
Part ofDetroit Financial District (ID09001067)
NRHP reference No.89001165
Significant dates
Added to NRHPJune 29, 1989
Designated NHLJune 29, 1989

Guardian Building is a landmark 43-story office skyscraper in the Financial District of downtown Detroit, Michigan. Built from 1928 to 1929, the building was originally called the Union Trust Building and is a bold example of Art Deco architecture, including art moderne designs. It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1989, and is currently owned by Wayne County.