Dating from early 18th century England. the Odd Fellows charitable work was aimed at helping the poor Members of the Checotah Lodge #20 gained permission to begin construction of the Odd Fellows Home in 1900, with Oklahoma architect Joseph Foucart Closed in 1981, the orphanage has been home to over 900 residents Although a new use has been found, the property is in need of attention.
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ecowan. “Odd Fellows Widows & Orphans Home – Checotah.” Most Endangered Places, Abandoned Atlas Foundation, 9 Apr. 2005, https://endangered.preservationok.org/odd-fellows-widows-orphans-home-checotah/.
