The Young Men\u27s Christian Association building on the northwest corner of Fourth and Waters Streets was built in 1911. Over $50,000 was raised by members of the community for construction on the new building. The site was donated by Mr. & Mrs. Sam Pearson. In 1980 the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Aerie #2220 of Ellensburg purchased the former Y.M.C.A. building from the Catholic Church.Ellis photograph postcard titled: Y.M.C.A. Ellensburg Pub. by Ellis #6921 . On reverse Dec. 1, 1949 Ellensburg postmark, one cent stamp. Handwritten letter in pencil written to Mildred from Mother and addressed to Mrs. L. E. Wilson...Seattle 22, Wash.https://digitalcommons.cwu.edu/ellensburg_history/1020/thumbnail.jp