[2] Wyandotte's Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF) Lodge 172 was established in 1871 by men employed at the Eureka Iron and Steel Works.

Over the next eight years, membership in the Wyandotte IOOF grew steadily (from 240 in 1912 to 780 in 1920), and in 1921 the upper stories of the building, containing an auditorium, were constructed.

It was leased by the state of Michigan for a few years, but in 1942 the Wyandotte Masons purchased the building.

The main facade is built of dark red brick, with a limestone stringcourse, cornice, and parapet.

The raised front entrance, reached by a split staircase, is surrounded by decorative detailing.

The auditorium features extensive ornate plastering, and stairs leading up to the balcony level.