Maurice Herman Finkel

Maurice Herman Finkel (1888–1949) was an American architect and Yiddish theater actor, known for buildings designed in and near Detroit, Michigan, where he had his career.

Born in Bessarabia, part of the Russian Empire, he immigrated to New York City as a child with his family.

He moved to Detroit, Michigan after getting his architecture degree in New York, and made his career at a time of great growth in the city.

He designed more than 200 buildings, including grand movie palaces, apartments and houses, and commercial structures.

His son is George Finkel, a TV sports producer, and three-time Emmy winner.