Old Faithful Inn Photo Pages
page 5
All photographs on this and the following pages (c) Frank Markley
| After sunset the Inn takes on a new beauty. The cool evening air brings guests and visitors indoors to enjoy the warmth of the lobby. Over the years the corner area on the bottom floor near the large windows has served various functions including a seating area, an area for showing special exhibits, and, as at the time of this photograph, an artist's work space. |
| (above and right) As evening progresses, crowds thin and a more relaxed atmosphere fills the lobby. Eventually the cracking of the fire, hushed talking, laughter of a handful of people, and occasional creaking of the front entrance doors with clanking metal latches may be the only sounds in this now peaceful setting. |
| (above and right) This stairway is part of the original 1904 "Old House" section of the Inn. The fire sprinkler system that runs along the ceiling in this photo was recessed during the extensive renovations of the 2000s. |
| (above) 1905 Detroit Publishing postcard view of the stairway pictured at left and below. (collection of F. Markley) |
| (left) The main entrance at night offers a warm welcome to travel weary visitors. |