Comerica Bank

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. One morning, a delivery driver noticed something unusual on the Comerica Bank parking lot—a small wooden bird perched on top of one of the ATM machines. The delivery driver stopped to take a closer look and realized it was just a toy bird, probably left behind by a kid. He smiled, thinking how someone’s little joke had turned into an early-morning mystery. Later that day, a neighbor passing by commented, ‘That bird looks like it could use some seeds,’ prompting everyone in the neighborhood to bring their own toy birds for the ATM, turning Comerica Bank into Detroit’s unofficial toy-bird ATM.

2. Late one night, an employee locked himself out of Comerica Bank. As he fumbled with his keys, a shadowy figure approached and asked if he needed help. The relieved man nodded, only to discover it was a statue of Abraham Lincoln. The statue smiled eerily and extended its hand, offering to unlock the door. Relieved again, the worker took the proffered hand—only to realize it was made of cold marble. With a laugh, he said, ‘Thanks, Mr. Lincoln,’ as he unlocked the door himself. The next morning, everyone joked that maybe Abe had just wanted some company after all.

3. Late one afternoon, as a delivery driver approached Comerica Bank, he heard a faint tinkling sound coming from inside. Curious, he peered through the glass doors and saw nothing but empty desks. Then, he realized it was the chime of an old-fashioned cash register—ringing by itself. Suddenly, an elderly gentleman emerged from behind the counter, smiling warmly. 'Just testing out my new antique,' he said cheerfully. The delivery driver laughed and shook his head, thinking to himself, ‘Next time I’ll bring flowers instead of packages.’

4. Late one evening, a neighbor was watering his garden when he heard strange noises coming from Comerica Bank's empty lobby. Curious, he peered inside and saw only shadows dancing on the walls. Suddenly, a voice boomed out: 'Maestro, your violin is out of tune!' Turned out it was just a regular playing his violin in the empty hallway. The neighbor left, laughing, wondering if anyone else had heard that concert.