Our History

The Zeta Omicron Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated is the oldest Alumni Chapter in the City of Philadelphia. The 247th house of Alpha, Zeta Omicron Lambda chapter was chartered during the 50th anniversary of Alpha Phi Alpha on Thursday April 26, 1956, at the Old Bookbinders Restaurant on 1611 W. Girard Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19121. The chapter was chartered by ten courageous gentleman and scholars with a strong focus on reclamation in the Philadelphia Area and beyond.

THE FOUNDERS

  • Sir. Robert E. Moose

  • Sir. Edward C. Wilkins

  • Sir. Ed R. Harris

  • Sir. Kermit Hall

  • Sir. Russell L. Brown

  • Sir. Hugo Marcos

  • Sir. William H. Brown III

  • Sir. Frank E. Smith

  • Sir. William Griffin

  • Sir. Norwood Thomas