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Pochelon Building - Photos

The four fearsome gargoyles protecting the Pochelon Building on Bates Street in downtown Detroit.

The building was once owned by a florist named Pochelon.

Pochelon Building, August 2nd. All gargoyles are gone, presumably saved for use in a future project on the Monroe Block.

The Pochelon Building as of Aug 14, 2023

The Pochelon Building as of August 25, 2023. The building next to the Pochelon Building was demolished the day before. The site is being cleared for the Monroe Block redevelopment.

The Pochelon Building as of August 25, 2023. The building next to the Pochelon Building was demolished the day before. The site is being cleared for the Monroe Block redevelopment.