Originally built in 1914 for the Ancient Order of Hibernians,[1][6] an organization committed to immigration reform and the preservation of Irish culture, the building known today as the Wonder Ballroom was designed by the architecture firm of Jacobberger & Smith.

The building was sold to Evelyn Collins in 1956, who hoped to create a community center and day care facility.

The following year, another remodel took place to comply with new building codes, and windows were added to the east side of the hall.

[2][8] The 2,700-square-foot (250 m2) Mark Woolley Gallery, once the Hibernians' assembly room, houses works by local artists.

[9][10] In 2006, Justin Sanders of The Portland Mercury described its menu as a "pleasing array of good ol' fashioned mama's kitchen down-hominess with just enough artful flourishes to keep things interesting.