New Odd Fellows Hall, Portland, ca. 1930
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During the early 1800s, the Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF) began as a derivation from the British Oddfellows service group. The IOOF was a fraternal organization devoted to philanthropic and magnanimous acts of kindness.
The new Odd Fellows Hall of Portland was built as a charitable act for the citizens of Cumberland County by the IOOF. It was erected in 1896 at 649 Forest Ave.
The postcard depicts the building circa 1930, when it was used as a clubhouse which was open to the public.
Other Information
- Title: New Odd Fellows Hall, Portland, ca. 1930
- Creator: Curt Teich & Co.
- Creation Date: circa 1930
- Subject Date: circa 1930
- Town: Portland
- County: Cumberland
- State: ME
- Media: Photo on paper with ink
- Dimensions (cm): 8.7 x 13.8
- Local Code: P32
- Collection: Historic Postcard Collection
- Object Type: Image
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Greater Portland Landmarks
93 High Street, Portland, ME 04101-3797
207-774-5561
http://www.portlandlandmarks.org/
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LC Subject Headings
Historic buildings--Maine--Portland
Charitable organizations--Maine--Portland
Forest Avenue (Portland, Me.)
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