Photo from 2003-2004
Architectural Survey Cards, Histories, House Highlights
506 Paris Avenue SE is located in Heritage Hill. It was built in
1906. It's architectural significance is
WORTHY OF MENTION.
Past owners include
Kinsey, Elmer L..
Description
Kinsey House
Comments
In 1906, Elmer L. Kinsey, the proprietor of the E. L. Kinsey Shirt Factory, built thisgracious home. From 1912 until 1919, Axel P. Johnson, publisher of the "Grand Rapids News" resided at this address. Mr. Johnson came to Grand Rapids in 1912, bringing Mr. William j. Elton with him as an associate. Both men had metropolitan newspaper experience, but the "News" remained an ailing institution. It was absorbed by the "Grand Rapids Press" in 1922. This well maintained home derives its influence from the Georgian style with a basically symmetrical fa�ade. The columns are of Doric proportions withIonic fluting. The rooflines are highlighted by the addition of graceful bracketing and the whole aspect of the house is enhanced by thoughtful paint treatment.
Geographic coordinates are 42.953714°N, 85.655408°WLatitude: 42°57′13.37″N
Longitude: 85°39′19.469″W.
