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Odd Fellows Hall
Renovated Oldd Fellows Hall in Alexandria, Virginia, horizontal view.jpg
The hall in January 2020
Odd Fellows Hall (Alexandria, Virginia) is located in Alexandria Historical District
Odd Fellows Hall (Alexandria, Virginia)
Location in Alexandria Historical District
Location 411 S. Columbus St., Alexandria, Virginia
Architect Seaton, George L.
Architectural style Second Empire
MPS African American Historic Resources of Alexandria, Virginia MPS
NRHP reference No. 03001427
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Added to NRHP January 16, 2004

Odd Fellows Hall is a special historic building located in Alexandria, Virginia. It was once a meeting place for a group called the Odd Fellows. This building is important because it played a big role in the African-American community in Alexandria.

Today, it is a residential building. It stands as a reminder of the past.

What is the Odd Fellows Hall?

The Odd Fellows Hall is a two-and-a-half-story building made of brick. It has a unique design with a special roof called a mansard roof. This type of roof is common in Second Empire style buildings.

The building was first built in 1864. It started as a one-story structure. Later, in 1870, it was made much larger. This expansion gave it the size and look we see today.

A Place for Community

The Odd Fellows was a social group. In the past, African-American groups like the Odd Fellows were very important. They gave people a place to meet and help each other. Members could also use their skills for good causes.

In 1870, a talented builder named George Seaton was hired. He was also a politician, meaning he helped lead the community. George Seaton helped expand the Odd Fellows Hall.

Serving the African-American Community

For many years, this hall was a busy place. It was used by the Odd Fellows group for their meetings. It also hosted many social events for the African-American community. It was a central spot for gatherings and support.

In the 1980s, the building changed. It was turned into apartments, known as condominiums. Even though its use changed, the Odd Fellows Hall remains a historic landmark. It reminds us of its important past in Alexandria.

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