Marcus Brown Pyramid Mausoleum - Grand Rapids, Michigan - Mausoleums on Waymarking.com

The Marcus Brown Pyramid Mausoleum is located in Oak Hill Cemetery in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Not much is known about Marcus Brown. Most of his records are lost to history for an unknown reason. He was a lumber baron in Grand Rapids. He is best known for having the Egyptian Revival pyramid in Oak Hill.
It is not a true pyramid; its large vertical walls and small base take away that designation. It also has slightly overlapping stones to protect the joints from harsh Michigan winters.
The interior is 15 feet high with a pillar reaching to the ceiling. There are 12 burial spots in it, but only seven are occupied.
There are two columns (palm trees) at the entrance and a winged sun disc above the door, a symbol of royalty, divinity and power.
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History: Mausoleum finished in 1892. Visiting Hours/Restrictions: 24 hours Address: 647 Hall Street SE Grand Rapids, Michigan USA 49507 Website: Not listed

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