2014-02-23_11-43_05359_WTA_5DM3_HDR-2 The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue...
1 The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan
The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue that played a significant role in the city's social and cultural life. Built between 1926 and 1928, it quickly became a hotspot for music, dancing, and community gatherings. Throughout the mid-20th century, the ballroom hosted numerous events, drawing large crowds and contributing to the rich musical heritage of Detroit. It was particularly popular during the Big Band era, when live orchestras and jazz performances attracted dancers from across the city.
In later years, the venue was known as Ernie D’s Campus Ballroom, continuing to serve as a beloved gathering place for social events and live entertainment. However, as Detroit's economic landscape shifted, the building fell into disrepair and was eventually abandoned. By 2018, the once-iconic ballroom was demolished, erasing one of the city’s historic entertainment landmarks. Despite its absence, the Campus Ballroom remains a cherished memory for those who experienced its heyday, reflecting the dynamic social scene of Detroit’s past.
2014-02-23_11-43_05359_WTA_5DM3_HDR The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue...
2 The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan
The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue that played a significant role in the city's social and cultural life. Built between 1926 and 1928, it quickly became a hotspot for music, dancing, and community gatherings. Throughout the mid-20th century, the ballroom hosted numerous events, drawing large crowds and contributing to the rich musical heritage of Detroit. It was particularly popular during the Big Band era, when live orchestras and jazz performances attracted dancers from across the city.
In later years, the venue was known as Ernie D’s Campus Ballroom, continuing to serve as a beloved gathering place for social events and live entertainment. However, as Detroit's economic landscape shifted, the building fell into disrepair and was eventually abandoned. By 2018, the once-iconic ballroom was demolished, erasing one of the city’s historic entertainment landmarks. Despite its absence, the Campus Ballroom remains a cherished memory for those who experienced its heyday, reflecting the dynamic social scene of Detroit’s past.
2014-02-23_11-45_05373_WTA_5DM3 The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue...
3 The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan
The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue that played a significant role in the city's social and cultural life. Built between 1926 and 1928, it quickly became a hotspot for music, dancing, and community gatherings. Throughout the mid-20th century, the ballroom hosted numerous events, drawing large crowds and contributing to the rich musical heritage of Detroit. It was particularly popular during the Big Band era, when live orchestras and jazz performances attracted dancers from across the city.
In later years, the venue was known as Ernie D’s Campus Ballroom, continuing to serve as a beloved gathering place for social events and live entertainment. However, as Detroit's economic landscape shifted, the building fell into disrepair and was eventually abandoned. By 2018, the once-iconic ballroom was demolished, erasing one of the city’s historic entertainment landmarks. Despite its absence, the Campus Ballroom remains a cherished memory for those who experienced its heyday, reflecting the dynamic social scene of Detroit’s past.
2014-02-23_11-45_05373_WTA_5DM3_HDR-2 The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue...
4 The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan
The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue that played a significant role in the city's social and cultural life. Built between 1926 and 1928, it quickly became a hotspot for music, dancing, and community gatherings. Throughout the mid-20th century, the ballroom hosted numerous events, drawing large crowds and contributing to the rich musical heritage of Detroit. It was particularly popular during the Big Band era, when live orchestras and jazz performances attracted dancers from across the city.
In later years, the venue was known as Ernie D’s Campus Ballroom, continuing to serve as a beloved gathering place for social events and live entertainment. However, as Detroit's economic landscape shifted, the building fell into disrepair and was eventually abandoned. By 2018, the once-iconic ballroom was demolished, erasing one of the city’s historic entertainment landmarks. Despite its absence, the Campus Ballroom remains a cherished memory for those who experienced its heyday, reflecting the dynamic social scene of Detroit’s past.
2014-02-23_11-45_05373_WTA_5DM3_HDR The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue...
5 The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan
The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue that played a significant role in the city's social and cultural life. Built between 1926 and 1928, it quickly became a hotspot for music, dancing, and community gatherings. Throughout the mid-20th century, the ballroom hosted numerous events, drawing large crowds and contributing to the rich musical heritage of Detroit. It was particularly popular during the Big Band era, when live orchestras and jazz performances attracted dancers from across the city.
In later years, the venue was known as Ernie D’s Campus Ballroom, continuing to serve as a beloved gathering place for social events and live entertainment. However, as Detroit's economic landscape shifted, the building fell into disrepair and was eventually abandoned. By 2018, the once-iconic ballroom was demolished, erasing one of the city’s historic entertainment landmarks. Despite its absence, the Campus Ballroom remains a cherished memory for those who experienced its heyday, reflecting the dynamic social scene of Detroit’s past.
2014-02-23_11-51_05394_WTA_5DM3_HDR-2 The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue...
6 The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan
The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue that played a significant role in the city's social and cultural life. Built between 1926 and 1928, it quickly became a hotspot for music, dancing, and community gatherings. Throughout the mid-20th century, the ballroom hosted numerous events, drawing large crowds and contributing to the rich musical heritage of Detroit. It was particularly popular during the Big Band era, when live orchestras and jazz performances attracted dancers from across the city.
In later years, the venue was known as Ernie D’s Campus Ballroom, continuing to serve as a beloved gathering place for social events and live entertainment. However, as Detroit's economic landscape shifted, the building fell into disrepair and was eventually abandoned. By 2018, the once-iconic ballroom was demolished, erasing one of the city’s historic entertainment landmarks. Despite its absence, the Campus Ballroom remains a cherished memory for those who experienced its heyday, reflecting the dynamic social scene of Detroit’s past.
2014-02-23_11-51_05394_WTA_5DM3_HDR The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue...
7 The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan
The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue that played a significant role in the city's social and cultural life. Built between 1926 and 1928, it quickly became a hotspot for music, dancing, and community gatherings. Throughout the mid-20th century, the ballroom hosted numerous events, drawing large crowds and contributing to the rich musical heritage of Detroit. It was particularly popular during the Big Band era, when live orchestras and jazz performances attracted dancers from across the city.
In later years, the venue was known as Ernie D’s Campus Ballroom, continuing to serve as a beloved gathering place for social events and live entertainment. However, as Detroit's economic landscape shifted, the building fell into disrepair and was eventually abandoned. By 2018, the once-iconic ballroom was demolished, erasing one of the city’s historic entertainment landmarks. Despite its absence, the Campus Ballroom remains a cherished memory for those who experienced its heyday, reflecting the dynamic social scene of Detroit’s past.
2014-02-23_11-52_05408_WTA_5DM3_HDR-2 The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue...
8 The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan
The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue that played a significant role in the city's social and cultural life. Built between 1926 and 1928, it quickly became a hotspot for music, dancing, and community gatherings. Throughout the mid-20th century, the ballroom hosted numerous events, drawing large crowds and contributing to the rich musical heritage of Detroit. It was particularly popular during the Big Band era, when live orchestras and jazz performances attracted dancers from across the city.
In later years, the venue was known as Ernie D’s Campus Ballroom, continuing to serve as a beloved gathering place for social events and live entertainment. However, as Detroit's economic landscape shifted, the building fell into disrepair and was eventually abandoned. By 2018, the once-iconic ballroom was demolished, erasing one of the city’s historic entertainment landmarks. Despite its absence, the Campus Ballroom remains a cherished memory for those who experienced its heyday, reflecting the dynamic social scene of Detroit’s past.
2014-02-23_11-52_05408_WTA_5DM3_HDR The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue...
9 The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan
The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue that played a significant role in the city's social and cultural life. Built between 1926 and 1928, it quickly became a hotspot for music, dancing, and community gatherings. Throughout the mid-20th century, the ballroom hosted numerous events, drawing large crowds and contributing to the rich musical heritage of Detroit. It was particularly popular during the Big Band era, when live orchestras and jazz performances attracted dancers from across the city.
In later years, the venue was known as Ernie D’s Campus Ballroom, continuing to serve as a beloved gathering place for social events and live entertainment. However, as Detroit's economic landscape shifted, the building fell into disrepair and was eventually abandoned. By 2018, the once-iconic ballroom was demolished, erasing one of the city’s historic entertainment landmarks. Despite its absence, the Campus Ballroom remains a cherished memory for those who experienced its heyday, reflecting the dynamic social scene of Detroit’s past.
2014-02-23_11-55_05415_WTA_5DM3_HDR-2 The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue...
10 The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan
The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue that played a significant role in the city's social and cultural life. Built between 1926 and 1928, it quickly became a hotspot for music, dancing, and community gatherings. Throughout the mid-20th century, the ballroom hosted numerous events, drawing large crowds and contributing to the rich musical heritage of Detroit. It was particularly popular during the Big Band era, when live orchestras and jazz performances attracted dancers from across the city.
In later years, the venue was known as Ernie D’s Campus Ballroom, continuing to serve as a beloved gathering place for social events and live entertainment. However, as Detroit's economic landscape shifted, the building fell into disrepair and was eventually abandoned. By 2018, the once-iconic ballroom was demolished, erasing one of the city’s historic entertainment landmarks. Despite its absence, the Campus Ballroom remains a cherished memory for those who experienced its heyday, reflecting the dynamic social scene of Detroit’s past.
2014-02-23_11-55_05415_WTA_5DM3_HDR The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue...
11 The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan
The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue that played a significant role in the city's social and cultural life. Built between 1926 and 1928, it quickly became a hotspot for music, dancing, and community gatherings. Throughout the mid-20th century, the ballroom hosted numerous events, drawing large crowds and contributing to the rich musical heritage of Detroit. It was particularly popular during the Big Band era, when live orchestras and jazz performances attracted dancers from across the city.
In later years, the venue was known as Ernie D’s Campus Ballroom, continuing to serve as a beloved gathering place for social events and live entertainment. However, as Detroit's economic landscape shifted, the building fell into disrepair and was eventually abandoned. By 2018, the once-iconic ballroom was demolished, erasing one of the city’s historic entertainment landmarks. Despite its absence, the Campus Ballroom remains a cherished memory for those who experienced its heyday, reflecting the dynamic social scene of Detroit’s past.
2014-02-23_12-15_05459_WTA_5DM3 The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue...
12 The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan
The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue that played a significant role in the city's social and cultural life. Built between 1926 and 1928, it quickly became a hotspot for music, dancing, and community gatherings. Throughout the mid-20th century, the ballroom hosted numerous events, drawing large crowds and contributing to the rich musical heritage of Detroit. It was particularly popular during the Big Band era, when live orchestras and jazz performances attracted dancers from across the city.
In later years, the venue was known as Ernie D’s Campus Ballroom, continuing to serve as a beloved gathering place for social events and live entertainment. However, as Detroit's economic landscape shifted, the building fell into disrepair and was eventually abandoned. By 2018, the once-iconic ballroom was demolished, erasing one of the city’s historic entertainment landmarks. Despite its absence, the Campus Ballroom remains a cherished memory for those who experienced its heyday, reflecting the dynamic social scene of Detroit’s past.
2014-02-23_12-31_05491_WTA_5DM3_HDR The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue...
13 The Campus Ballroom, Detroit Michigan
The Campus Ballroom, located at the intersection of Livernois and Fenkell in Detroit, was a vibrant entertainment venue that played a significant role in the city's social and cultural life. Built between 1926 and 1928, it quickly became a hotspot for music, dancing, and community gatherings. Throughout the mid-20th century, the ballroom hosted numerous events, drawing large crowds and contributing to the rich musical heritage of Detroit. It was particularly popular during the Big Band era, when live orchestras and jazz performances attracted dancers from across the city.
In later years, the venue was known as Ernie D’s Campus Ballroom, continuing to serve as a beloved gathering place for social events and live entertainment. However, as Detroit's economic landscape shifted, the building fell into disrepair and was eventually abandoned. By 2018, the once-iconic ballroom was demolished, erasing one of the city’s historic entertainment landmarks. Despite its absence, the Campus Ballroom remains a cherished memory for those who experienced its heyday, reflecting the dynamic social scene of Detroit’s past.

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