In December of 1949, after receiving bids, a contract for $74,819 was signed with Knapp and East of Lake Charles. The completion date was to be 6 months.
The building proper was designed for expansion. Included in the original building was a colonial front (as it is today), a driveway winding beneath a car port, lounge, dining room, kitchen, auditorium, gym and offices for legion personnel.
