Picture Exploration - Odd Fellows Building

Learn about the history of some of the Keweenaw's iconic buildings!

1. Use the sliders to view the historic and modern photos of the building.
2. In small groups or individually, compare and contrast the pictures and discuss how the building has changed over time.
3. Use context clues to guess what function this building had back then.

• Do you know what the building is used for today?
• Expand the text box below the photos to learn more!

 

 

Historic Odd Fellows Building - 109 Shelden Avenue, Calumet, MI

Built in the year 1910, this building housed many different organizations in it’s three stories. Notably, the Independent Order of Odd Fellows (an international fraternal organization) and the Kirkish Furniture store have resided in this building.

 

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