Grand Rapids, MI – The Sweet House Foundation is proud to announce the installation of a Michigan Historical Marker at The Sweet House Foundation, located at 254 Fulton St. E. in Grand Rapids. The marker formally recognizes the site’s cultural and architectural importance to the city of Grand Rapids.

Approved by the Michigan Historical Commission, the marker highlights The Sweet House’s legacy as a community gathering place since its construction in the early 1860s. Once the home of Martin Sweet, the residence has long been a landmark in Grand Rapids. After Martin Sweet, the next occupants of the House included Clara Davis, a charter member of the St. Cecilia Music Center (its original name); Ottokar Malek, maestro of the Grand Rapids Civic Orchestra, which is now known as the Grand Rapids Symphony; and home of the Women’s City Club for over 90 years until The Sweet House Foundation assumed full responsibility in 2018. Today, through The Sweet House Foundation, it continues to serve as a hub for events, education, and preservation.

“This historical marker affirms The Sweet House’s place in Grand Rapids,” said Tamara Steil, President of The Sweet House Foundation. “It ensures that future generations will understand the impact and history that this home represents.”

The Sweet House joins a select group of properties across Grand Rapids honored with an official historical marker, underscoring its enduring role in the community’s history.