Argus I Building

Also known as: Argus Building I

Argus I Building is a student life building at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It is located at 535 WILLIAM ST, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, on the University of Michigan's Off-Campus campus. The building has 3 floors. It houses Michigan Creative 1, Michigan Radio. From the Diag, Argus I Building is approximately 17 minutes walking west.

Classification: Teach, Research, Support.

Building Details

History

• Year Built: 1866 (Source: Bentley Historical Library)
• Architect: Unknown
• Style: 19th Century Industrial
• Named for: Argus Camera Company (manufactured cameras 1930s–1960s)
• Notable: Originally John Keck furniture factory (1866); Argus Camera factory; houses Argus Museum
• Primary use: University offices, Argus Museum

Units & Services

• Michigan Creative 1
• Michigan Radio

Nearby Buildings

• Argus II 342 ft (104 m)
• 305 W Liberty 917 ft (0.3 km)
• 109 East Madison 0.40 mi (0.6 km)
• Elbel Field 0.46 mi (0.7 km)
• Center for the Education of Women 0.49 mi (0.8 km)

Other Student Life Buildings

• Burnham House
• Hill Auditorium
• Lurie Ann & Robert H. Tower
• Ginsberg Center
• Michigan League

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Argus I Building located?

Argus I Building is located at 535 WILLIAM ST on the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Its coordinates are 42.27753, -83.75435.

What units or services are in Argus I Building?

Argus I Building houses Michigan Creative 1, Michigan Radio.

How many floors does Argus I Building have?

Argus I Building has 3 floors.

How do I find Argus I Building on the University of Michigan campus?

Argus I Building is located on Off-Campus Campus at 535 WILLIAM ST. From the Diag, it is approximately 17 minutes walking west.

Data sourced from University of Michigan and OpenStreetMap. Data last updated July 20, 2026.
Source: mguide.app/building/argus-building-i/