Stearns Building

Also known as: Frederick Stearns Building, STRNS

Stearns Building is an administrative building at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It is located at 2005 BAITS DR, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, on the University of Michigan's North campus. The building has 3 floors. The building code is STRNS, used in class schedules and room assignments. Visit the official website for current hours and information. From the Diag, Stearns Building is approximately 28 minutes walking northeast.

Classification: Teach, Research, Support. 17 classrooms.

Official website: Stearns Building

Building Details

History

• Year Built: 1902 (Source: Bentley Historical Library)
• Architect: Unknown
• Style: Early 20th Century Industrial
• Named for: Frederick Stearns, Detroit pharmaceutical manufacturer and arts patron who donated his extensive collections to U-M
• Notable: Originally the Frederick Stearns Collection building; now administrative offices
• Primary use: University administrative offices

Nearby Buildings

• Ziwet House 530 ft (162 m)
• Thieme House 551 ft (168 m)
• Vera Baits Housing 721 ft (0.2 km)
• Vera Baits Housing 731 ft (0.2 km)
• Cross House 837 ft (0.3 km)

Other Administrative Buildings

• Administrative Services Building
• Ruthven Building
• Alumni Center
• Argus II
• Campus Safety Services Building

Part of: Hidden Gems

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Stearns Building located?

Stearns Building is located at 2005 BAITS DR on the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Its coordinates are 42.29537307333332, -83.72597230666669.

How many floors does Stearns Building have?

Stearns Building has 3 floors.

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

Stearns Building is located on North Campus at 2005 BAITS DR. From the Diag, it is approximately 28 minutes walking northeast.

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