The upstairs Meeting place for the fraternal order of the Knights of Honor

Although this structure is no longer standing, The Knights of Honor still exists. According to their website:

The organization was founded on June 30, 1873 as a mutual beneficiary association, fraternal order and secret society. The Knights of Honor inherited many of the secrets and mysteries passed down through these knightly and fraternal brotherhoods, which many believe to have originated with the Knights Templar.

The organization founded for young men aged 18-21 because none of the existing fraternal orders would accept anyone under 21 years of age.

Unlike most Fraternal organizations which have evolved into public charitable institutions or simply social clubs, the objective of the Knights of Honor is to continue the venerable tradition of uniting men together in a brotherhood of secret knowledge, self-improvement and mutual aide.

Photo 1. The street view of Pennsylvania St.

Photo 2. The closer view of the Elam Guernsey building.