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Spence Brothers Wins AGC Build Michigan Award for Milliken Nature Center

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Spence Brothers has been awarded the prestigious AGC Build Michigan Award in the Building Construction (less than $10 million) category for its exceptional work on the Milliken Nature Center at Arch Rock on Mackinac Island. Presented by the Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Michigan, this award recognizes Michigan’s premier construction excellence, highlighting… Read more »

Dow Event Center Capital Improvements Featured in CAM Magazine’s 2024 Special Issue

Once a year, CAM Magazine highlights 12 outstanding construction projects in Michigan, showcasing exceptional achievements in the industry. The Dow Event Center Capital Improvements project has been featured in CAM Magazine’s 2024 Special Issue. This project, completed in partnership with William A. Kibbe & Associates and Saginaw County, represents a transformative upgrade to one of… Read more »

Spence Brothers Honored with Builders Exchange Award for the Milliken Nature Center

Spence Brothers has been awarded the Builders Exchange of Northwest Michigan’s Award of Excellence for General Contractor Over $5 Million for our work on the Milliken Nature Center at Arch Rock! The Milliken Nature Center replaces a 50-year-old structure with a modern, fully accessible facility that enhances the visitor experience on Mackinac Island. Located beside… Read more »

Breaking Ground on Dow Gardens’ New Welcome Center

We’re excited to announce that Spence Brothers has officially broken ground on Dow Gardens’ New Welcome Center in Midland, Michigan. Partnering with WTA Architects, we are proud to manage the construction of this facility, which will blend modern amenities with Alden B. Dow’s architectural vision, enhancing the experience for all visitors. For over 125 years,… Read more »

Spence Brothers: Constructing the Future of Education at Henry Ford College [AS FEATURED IN CAM MAGAZINE]

We are thrilled to share that Spence Brothers’ work on the Henry Ford College (HFC) Entrepreneur & Innovation Institute is featured in the September issue of CAM Magazine! The state-of-the-art renovation and addition to HFC’s Technology Building showcases Spence Brothers’ commitment to constructing educational spaces that prepare students for the future. This project highlights Spence… Read more »

Former Saginaw News Building Receives Michigan Historical Marker

Since 1955, Michigan Historical Markers have told the story of Michigan and its people. They are a tangible reminder of our roots, an inspiration for our future, and the thread that ties our state together. We are excited to announce that the Saginaw News Building, now known as the SVRC Marketplace, has been honored with… Read more »

FishPass Project to Commence in the City of Traverse City

After years of planning, the City of Traverse City is pleased to announce that the FishPass project is advancing.  This is a significant development, marking a pivotal moment for the restoration and ecological health of the Boardman/Ottaway River. The Army Corps of Engineers, in partnership with local contractor Spence Brothers, have finalized the contract and… Read more »

Breaking Ground at Webster Community Center!

An endeavor seven years in the making, the ground was finally broken at Webster Community Center on April 3, 2024. The former Webster Elementary School, built in 1920 and shuttered in 2007, is being renovated by Micah 6 Community to become a mixed-use community center featuring local nonprofits, small businesses, and community-minded organizations. Together, they… Read more »

Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College Celebrates Grand Opening of New Campus

The Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College held a ribbon-cutting and open house to celebrate the opening of its new campus in Mount Pleasant, MI. The 56,000-square-foot facility was successfully renovated by Spence Brothers, allowing the college to consolidate its facilities into a single building. This provides an updated and modern campus for students, faculty, staff, and… Read more »