The opera house's predecessor, a simple meetinghouse and community space, was built in 1898 by the Marysville chapter of the Independent Order of Oddfellows.

The new building was designed to grow with the city and serve social functions as well as traveling shows.

It was the second known structure in Snohomish County, Washington to use poured concrete, rather than timber or masonry, in its construction.

[1][4] The Oddfellows' Marysville lodge was disbanded in 1966, and the opera house later served as a roller skating rink, shooting range, furniture store, and a disco nightclub over the next two decades.

The city government purchased the Opera House in January 2018 for $1.44 million, aiming to continue booking events while revitalizing the surrounding riverfront area.