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Michigan Central Station - Construction photos

The foundation for Michigan Central Station

Looking north from the main train shed's foundation

Looking northwest from near 16th Street

Looking southwest over the excavation for the main shed.

Looking southwest over the footings of the main shed

Construction photo dated April 22, 1910, of Michigan Central Station

Trusses over sidings

The foundation for Michigan Central Station

Excavation for Michigan Central Station

Construction of Michigan Central Station

Construction of Michigan Central Station, with a chimney being felled to make way.

Footings for Michigan Central Station

Foundation work for Michigan Central Station

Work on the rail overpass for Michigan Central Station

Work on the foundation of Michigan Central Station

Construction of the rail overpass for Michigan Central Station

Construction of the rail overpass for Michigan Central Station