Odd Fellows Building, 1019 Southwest Tenth St Portland, Multnomah County, OR
Noteworthy building erected on the periphery of Portland`s business district during a period of intense development between 1900-1930. This building represents a historical link with a fraternal order which had gradually ceased activity because of changing social patterns. / Gothic Revival details. Concrete foundation, yellow brick facing. 6 stories. Terra cotta cornice, terra cotta decorative ornamentation, brick pilasters define each exterior bay, triangular arch heads define third story windows. Ceremonial hall (65` x 70`) paneled in mahogany contains carved insignia and symbols peculiar to the order on balconies; secret vault on east side of hall contains significant documents relevant to organization history.
Odd Fellows Building, 1019 Southwest Tenth St Portland, Multnomah County, OR
Noteworthy building erected on the periphery of Portland`s business district during a period of intense development between 1900-1930. This building represents a historical link with a fraternal order which had gradually ceased activity because of changing social patterns. / Gothic Revival details. Concrete foundation, yellow brick facing. 6 stories. Terra cotta cornice, terra cotta decorative ornamentation, brick pilasters define each exterior bay, triangular arch heads define third story windows. Ceremonial hall (65` x 70`) paneled in mahogany contains carved insignia and symbols peculiar to the order on balconies; secret vault on east side of hall contains significant documents relevant to organization history.
Posted Date
Sep 27, 2021
Source Name
Library of Congress
