Step Inside This Forbidden Book Warehouse That’s Been Left To Decay In Michigan

There’s nothing quite as eerie or fascinating as an abandoned building, especially when remnants of the building’s previous life are still visible. The decaying Detroit Public Schools Book Depository is one such place, and you’re about to get a glimpse into the remains of a once-bustling warehouse. Please remember that trespassing on private property is dangerous and illegal, so it’s best to virtually explore these buildings from behind your computer screen.

The abandoned Detroit Public Schools Book Depository, also known as the Roosevelt Warehouse, is situated at 14th and Marantette Street in Detroit.

While it once served as a post office, its primary use was to house excess materials and books owned by Detroit Public Schools.

In 1987, much of the building was destroyed by a fire. However, the salvageable books and supplies were simply left to decay.

Today, the former Book Depository looks like something out of a dystopian novel.

Its once-regal pillars and ceilings are covered with spray paint and gaping holes.

The floors of the building are carpeted with books and other supplies that once served a vital purpose within the school district.

It’s enough to make a bookworm cry: piles and piles of discarded novels, manuals, and magazines create a sad and surreal setting.

While entry is strictly forbidden, photographers and urban explorers have found their way into the abandoned Book Depository throughout the years.

These photographs give us an utterly eerie look at a building that once held great importance for the area’s public schools.

Do you have any memories of the Detroit Public Schools Book Depository before the fire that left it in decay? Share your stories in the comment section.