Favorite this☆ Ruins of Capitol High School Description: Ruins of Capitol High School, after it was destroyed by fire in 1893. Most of outer structure still standing, largely covered in snow and ice. Details Resource ID: DPA4017 Subject: Fires--Michigan--Detroit High school buildings--Michigan--Detroit High school buildings--Fires and fire prevention Albumen prints Photographic prints Date Issued: 1893 Format: 1 photographic print mounted on mat board ; image 4.25 x 7.25 in. Member of: Burton Historical Collection Filing Location: D/Schools-High-1893 Rights: Physical rights are retained by DPL. Copyright is retained in accordance with U.S. copyright laws.