Detroit Athletic Club
The Detroit Athletic Club (often referred to as the DAC) is a private social club and athletic club located in the heart of Detroit's theater, sports, and entertainment district. It is located across the street from Detroit's historic Music Hall. The clubhouse was designed by Albert Kahn and inspired by Rome's Palazzo Farnese. It maintains reciprocal agreements for their members at other private clubs worldwide. It contains full-service athletic facilities, pools, restaurants, ballrooms, and guest rooms.
| Detroit Athletic Club | |
|---|---|
| General information | |
| Type | private club |
| Architectural style | Neo-Renaissance style |
| Location | 241 Madison Street Detroit, Michigan 48226 |
| Coordinates | 42.337468°N 83.047355°W |
| Completed | 1915, 2012 |
| Technical details | |
| Floor count | 7 |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect(s) | Albert Kahn |
Members of the club include business professionals and professional athletes. Ty Cobb is among the athletes to have been a member of the DAC. The building is visible beyond center field from Comerica Park.
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