About Claire Allen
Lived 1853 – 1942 (aged 89). Claire Allen was an American architect.
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Claire Allen (July 29, 1853 – December 22, 1942) was an American architect prominent in southern Michigan in the early twentieth century, and best known for designing several county courthouses. He was considered a "master regional architect".
Allen moved to Jackson as a young man, and practiced architecture there for 52 years. He established the architectural firm of Claire Allen & Sons. Some 100 structures are attributed to him.
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Who was Claire Allen?
American architect (1853–1942)
When was Claire Allen born?
Claire Allen was born on 29 July 1853 in Pontiac.
When did Claire Allen die?
Claire Allen died on 22 December 1942 in Jackson.
What was Claire Allen's occupation?
Claire Allen was an architect.
What nationality was Claire Allen?
Claire Allen was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Claire Allen. https://biography.guide/claire-allen/
MLA: "Claire Allen." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/claire-allen/.
Chicago: "Claire Allen." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/claire-allen/.
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