 The original plan, which called for the construction of the hall to be funded by the subordinate lodges, was not successful and James L. Ridgely, secretary of the Grand Lodge, successfully maneuvered to abandon this plan and replace with one that would call for the hall to be built solely by the Grand Lodge.A building committee was established and, after many unsuccessful efforts, was able to gain the necessary funds through canvassing of Lodge members and private credit.The Odd Fellows' Hall was dedicated on April 26, 1831.