A 2023 Michigan Notable Book!

We are pleased to announce that the Library of Michigan has honored Guardians of Michigan as a 2023 Michigan Notable Book. Tour the Great Lakes State with historian and photographer Jeff Morrison and discover the amazing wealth of architectural sculpture to be found in Michigan. Within these 466 pages, you'll travel to more than 100 Michigan cities, from Ann Arbor to Ontonagon, and everywhere in between. You'll enjoy more than 1200 photos and discover the often-overlooked art of architectural sculpture. Learn about the symbolism of these silent sentinels, along with the stories of the people inspired to design, build, and adorn these amazing edifices. Published by The University of Michigan Press. Made possible in part by a grant from the Michigan Architectural Foundation.