Argus I Building
Student LifeAlso 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 Medical 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
| Category | Student Life |
|---|---|
| Address | 535 WILLIAM ST, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 |
| Floors | 3 |
| Coordinates | 42.27752593846154, -83.75434701538461 |
| Campus | Off-Campus Campus |
| Ownership | Leased |
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
Departments & Services
- Michigan Creative 1
- Michigan Radio
Nearby Buildings
- Argus II 342 ft (104 m)
- 305 W Liberty 919 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
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 42.27752593846154, -83.75434701538461.
- What departments 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 Medical Campus at 535 WILLIAM ST. From the Diag, it is approximately 17 minutes walking west.
Sources
- University of Michigan Facilities and Operations
- OpenStreetMap Contributors
- Bentley Historical Library
- MGuide Campus Map — student-built, independently maintained
Data sourced from University of Michigan and OpenStreetMap. Data last updated April 15, 2026.
Source: mguide.app/building/argus-building-i