In 2010, Omicron Delta Kappa acquired the historic Lexington, Virginia, train station as a permanent home for our national headquarters in the community where the Society was founded. A successful campaign secured $415,000 for O∆K to purchase the building, originally constructed in 1883 by the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad. The building, designed by B&O’s principal architect E. Francis Baldwin, incorporated characteristics of Queen Anne and Gothic Revival styles, with such hallmarks as steep gabled roofs and towers, wooden-supported brackets, oriel windows, and glass accents. O∆K is committed to preserving a community landmark.
The Richard S. Johnson family has made a significant campaign gift to support the renovation and preservation of this wonderful facility.
The building was rededicated as the Joyce E. and Richard S. Johnson Center for Leadership and the Omicron Delta Kappa Society and Educational Foundation, Inc. National Headquarters on November 5, 2022.
There is also a desire to capture the rich history and heritage of Omicron Delta Kappa. The Omicron Delta Kappa Archives Initiative will create a formal digital archival at the National Headquarters to showcase O∆K’s story, people, and contributions. The archives will include a digital hall of fame representing distinguished members, a photographic timeline explaining the significance of the O∆K Idea, and milestones in the organization’s history.
As with all historic facilities, the need for funds to maintain and improve the property does not stop with one campaign. We have a number of identified projects, including replacing/rebuilding the front platform and major landscaping of the property. completing the interior upgrades to the south wing. To support our future capital projects, contact Dr. Jennifer Waller, president and CEO, at [email protected].
