This red brick building was built in 1911 by Thomas Underwood, an Alderman, mayor and prominent member of the Baptist Union of Western Canada. The upper floors were used for offices and apartments, and the ground floor housed businesses such as the Diamond Coal Company. It is described in a City of Calgary Heritage tour as "... Neo-classical with prominent sandstone pilasters and pediments. The small building to the south was used by Mr. Underwood as his residence and offices.

We are standing across 1st Street looking northwest at the block, which now houses a restaurant, merchants, offices and apartments. (back)