IOOF Building (Ashland, Oregon) facts for kids
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IOOF Building
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The IOOF Building in 2011.
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| Location | 49–57 N. Main Street Ashland, Oregon |
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| Built | 1879 |
| Built by | Jacob, Fox, Guerin |
| Part of | Ashland Downtown Historic District (ID00000446) |
| NRHP reference No. | 78002288 |
| Added to NRHP | February 17, 1978 |
The IOOF Building is a historic two-story building in Ashland, Oregon. It's also known as the Oddfellows Building. This unique building was constructed in 1879 in "The Plaza" area of Ashland.
For many years, the second floor was used as a meeting place for the local International Order of Odd Fellows. This is a friendly group that helps people. The first floor has always been used for different shops. In 1978, the building was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's an important building because of its special design.
History of the IOOF Building
The IOOF Building was built by a local construction team. This team included Jacob, Fox, and Guerin.
Before this building, another one stood in its place. That building was sadly destroyed in a big fire on March 4, 1879. The new IOOF Building was built soon after.
What the Building Looks Like
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The main part of the building is about 60 feet long and 65 feet wide. It stands about 35 feet tall. Upstairs, a large area was set aside for the Oddfellows group. This area included a big kitchen and other rooms.
The downstairs area is split into three separate parts. These parts were made for shops, and they are still used for stores today. The front of the building has changed a bit over time. For example, some of the original bricks were covered with stucco.
However, the top part of the building has stayed mostly the same since it was built. It has special windows with four panes of glass. There are also decorative tops called finials that were added later. Old photos from the 1890s and 1970s show that the upper windows look very similar. The sides and back of the building have not been painted. Two extra sections were also added to the back of the building.
