Public Access Set: Microfilm
Scope and Contents
This collection contains reference books or lists that record personal or corporate names and may also provide address and phone number information. It includes directories from Grand Rapids, Kent County and the Greater Grand Rapids area. For Michigan directories in general, or for directories from other Michigan cities included in the holdings of the Archives, see Coll. 281.
Dates
- Creation: no date
Biographical / Historical
In 1912, a major renumbering of many Grand Rapids Streets occurred, changing the historical Canal St., for example, into Monroe Ave., north. This separate 1912 street guide documented those changes. The regular 1912 City Directory for that time period does this as well.
Full Extent
From the Collection: 29.1 Linear Feet (Over 50 boxes)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Physical Location
Located in the GRHSC Book Collection, Public Service Area. Copying available from microfilm set only
General
Also Available: R.L. Polk & Co.’s 1912 Grand Rapids Street and Avenue Guide and Directory of Householders. 2 photocopies.
Repository Details
Part of the Grand Rapids History Center Repository
Grand Rapids Public Library
111 Library Street NE
Grand Rapids Michigan 49503 USA
616-988-5497
localhis@grpl.org