Our History
The History of Odd Fellowship
Discover the rich history of Odd Fellowship, a fraternal order rooted in medieval guilds and thriving by the 1700s in England. Officially organized in North America on April 26, 1819, by Thomas Wildey in Baltimore, the Independent Order of Odd Fellows grew into a global community championing friendship, love, and truth. From our early da
Discover the rich history of Odd Fellowship, a fraternal order rooted in medieval guilds and thriving by the 1700s in England. Officially organized in North America on April 26, 1819, by Thomas Wildey in Baltimore, the Independent Order of Odd Fellows grew into a global community championing friendship, love, and truth. From our early days of mutual aid and to becoming fully co-ed in 2001, we continue our legacy of unity and service.