American Exchange Bank facts for kids
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| Location | 1 N. Pinckney St. Madison, Wisconsin |
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| Architect | Stephen V. Shipman |
| Architectural style | Italianate |
| NRHP reference No. | 80000115 |
| Added to NRHP | August 18, 1980 |
The American Exchange Bank is a historic building in Madison, Wisconsin. It was built in 1871 and is an important part of Madison's history. This special building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980. This means it is recognized as a place worth protecting because of its history. The city of Madison also named it a landmark in 1975.
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The American Exchange Bank Building
This section will tell you more about the American Exchange Bank. It is a very old building with an interesting past. It has been a part of Madison for a long time.
A Look Back: The Bank's History
The American Exchange Bank has been a well-known business in Madison since 1871. It first opened as the Park Savings Bank. That bank was in a different building at the time.
Later, during World War I, the bank changed its name. It became the American Exchange Bank. In 1922, the bank moved to its current building. This is the building you see today.
The Building's Special Style
The building itself is very unique. It was designed by a famous architect named Stephen Vaughn Shipman. He created it in a style called Italian Renaissance Revival. This style makes the building look grand and classic.
The building is made from Madison sandstone. This is a type of stone found right in the area. Before this bank was built, an old hotel called the American House stood here. That hotel was important because lawmakers met there in 1838. They held a special meeting for the territory's government.
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The American Exchange Bank building in Madison, Wisconsin.
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