Though built for the Odd Fellows in 1909, they no longer occupy the building and it has been taken over by various businesses, including Ella's Supper Club, which, according to their sign, occupies the third floor of the building. The neon sign out front looks to be relatively new, and in good condition, at least relative to the age of the rest of the building. Unfortunately we passed the building in daylight so are unable to comment on the sign's ability to actually produce strong, bright light. The sign was lit at the time and all elements were working, though
19. 1015-1017 West 1st Avenue
Historic Name: IOOF Lodge (Odd Fellows)
Common Name: IOOF Lodge
Legal Description: Railroad Addition, Block 18, Lot 3
Date Built: 1909
Architect: Albert Held
This three-story rectangular red brick meeting hall reaches from West 1st Avenue to the alleyway behind. Only the facade and rear elevation are visible. Original multi-lighted transoms remain under a terra cotta belt course. The two upper stories are divided into five window bays. Second story windows are double-hung 8/1 sashes with terra cotta keystones; third story windows are also eight-over-one double-hung sashes with segmental arches. Their keystones merge with the classical entablature of white terra cotta on which the I.O.O.F. initials appear. A simple parapet arises above the cornice topped by terra cotta tiles. The alleyway elevation has three bays separated by raised brick piers. Small multi-lighted arched windows over multi-lighted casement windows open onto the alley. Irregular entries and windows at the ground level are segmentally arched.
From the NRHP Nomination Form