A Call to Action!!

 Restoring the Kappa Kastle

On September 7, 1944 Brother Joseph Craigen signed a purchase agreement for the house at 269 Erskine, the future permanent home of the Detroit Alumni Chapter. This two story brick dwelling, designed by famed architect Albert Kahn, was constructed in 1905 on then what was called Calhoun Street but later renamed Erskine Street.

Province Polemarch Ted Owens along with Brother Floyd Penick was able to solicit donations from all area Brothers and raise $7,500 to consummate the deal and make their dream come true. After an additional $10,000 to renovate and refurbish the building, it was officially dedicated the Kappa Kastle on Easter Sunday, April 15, 1945.

Interestingly, during its early inception two fraternity founders were affiliated with the Detroit Alumni Chapter, Brothers Henry T, Asher and B. K. Armstrong

Preserving our legacy

During the past six decades modest repairs and remodeling efforts were made to the house interior, but gradual wear and tear along with normal aging now require significant building improvements. And so once again we hear the familiar echoes from the past calling upon all area Brothers to help restore, renovate and preserve our Chapter’s legacy.

Will you answer the call?