Columbia in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Odd Fellows Hall

Photographed By Larry Gertner, May 11, 2022

1. Odd Fellows Hall Marker

Inscription.
Dedicated on June 19, 1851, this structure was originally 4 stories high & housed many businesses & organizations. During the Civil War, this building was also used as a field hospital. Godfrey Keebler, a famous confectioner of baked goods, was a member.
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Erected by Columbia Economic Development Corporation.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical date for this entry is June 19, 1851.

Location. 40° 1.855′ N, 76° 30.234′ W. Marker is in Columbia, Pennsylvania, in Lancaster County. Marker is on Locust Street near Second Street, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 200 Locust Street, Columbia PA 17512, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. First National Bank (a few steps from this marker); First National Bank Museum (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also named First National Bank Museum (within shouting distance of this marker); Shawnee Apartments (within shouting distance of this marker); First English Evangelical Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Susquehannock Apartments

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(about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Zeamer's Pharmacy (about 300 feet away); Columbia Bank & Bridge Company (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Columbia.

Also see . . . Odd Fellows Hall. Columbia Walking Tour Stop (Submitted on May 15, 2022, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)

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Photographed By Larry Gertner, May 11, 2022

2. Odd Fellows Hall

Credits. This page was last revised on May 15, 2022. It was originally submitted on May 15, 2022, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 194 times since then and 36 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 15, 2022, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.

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