Favorite this☆ Ruins of Capitol High School Description: Ruins of Capitol High School, after it was destroyed by fire in 1893. Building at left, most of lower outer structure still standing. Posters are stacked outside. Business district and horse-drawn vehicles on right side of photo. Details Resource ID: DPA4018 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 4.5 x 7.5 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.