Argus II

Also known as: Argus Building II, Argus 2

Argus II is an administrative building at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It is located at 400 4TH ST, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, on the University of Michigan's Medical campus. The building has 3 floors. The building code is Argus 2, used in class schedules and room assignments. It houses Lsa Facilities 7. From the Diag, Argus II is approximately 18 minutes walking west.

Classification: Teach, Research, Support. Status: Affiliated.

Building Details

History

• Year Built: 1879 (Source: Bentley Historical Library)
• Architect: Unknown
• Style: Industrial Vernacular
• Named for: Named after the Argus Camera Company, which manufactured cameras here from the 1930s to 1960s
• Notable: Part of the former Argus Camera factory complex; originally John Keck furniture works
• Primary use: University offices and research space

Departments & Services

• Lsa Facilities 7

Nearby Buildings

• Argus I Building 342 ft (104 m)
• 305 W Liberty 0.23 mi (0.4 km)
• 109 East Madison 0.46 mi (0.7 km)
• Elbel Field 0.51 mi (0.8 km)
• Center for the Education of Women 0.55 mi (0.9 km)

Other Administrative Buildings

• Administrative Services Building
• Ruthven Building
• Alumni Center
• Campus Safety Services Building
• Central Power Plant

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Argus II located?

Argus II is located at 400 4TH ST on the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Its coordinates are 42.2776927, -83.75559527333333.

What departments or services are in Argus II?

Argus II houses Lsa Facilities 7.

How many floors does Argus II have?

Argus II has 3 floors.

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

Argus II is located on Medical Campus at 400 4TH ST. From the Diag, it is approximately 18 minutes walking west.

Data sourced from University of Michigan and OpenStreetMap. Data last updated April 15, 2026.
Source: mguide.app/building/argus-building-ii