Ida Wikoff Baker

Ida Wikoff Baker (July 31, 1859 - April 21, 1907) was an American business executive, civic leader and philanthropist during the early 20th century whose legacy remains evident in 21st-century Decatur, Illinois.

He was a descendant of Peter Cloesen Wikoff, who came from Holland in 1636 and settled on Long Island, where he held a position under the Dutch Government.

Baker's mother, whose maiden name was Elizabeth Fletcher (1824-1896), was born near Crotches' Ferry, Maryland.

Articles of incorporation were issued to the Woman's Club Stock Company on August 15, 1889, and a building was finished and occupied by the first tenant on November 1, 1890.

Baker was named one of the nine directors at the first annual meeting, was elected secretary of the stock company on January 12, 1891.