Abstract: An address placard that can be converted into a shelf is disclosed. The address placard may include features such as solar or external powered illumination of the address numbers where the illumination is either in front or behind the address. The address placard can be opened by depressing the placard, or by rotating the placard to an open condition. In the open condition, the shelf may include hooks or other components that can aid a person that may be carrying a number of packages. The address placard and shelf may further include an additional locked area or combination area that allows a concealed key to be stored. A writing surface may also be included to leave a note. A doorbell or signaling mechanism may also be included with the address placard that signals when the placard is opened or when a button is depressed within the placard.