National Register of Historic Places

First National Bank Building

Smith Center, Smith County, Kansas
Listed
December 27, 2006
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
06001163

About this property

The First National Bank Building in Smith Center, Kansas, at 100 S. Main, was built in 1889. It was the second building used by the oldest bank in the county, and served until a new bank building was constructed in 1930. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2006. It was deemed significant for its Richardsonian Romanesque architecture and substantial presence in its community. It "exhibits all of the key characteristics of the style: round-headed Romanesque arches executed in the windows and doors, an entryway that has a round-headed arch springing from short squat columns, a recessed entrance, varied rustication, and cylindrical towers with conical caps embedded in the walling." In 2014, a local resident bought the building and with the help of local and state organizations, was able to preserve and renovate the building. The hope of the owner was to restore the building as a hub for downtown businesses.

Location

100 N. Main
Smith Center, Smith County, Kansas
39.77980, -98.78591

Categories

ARCHITECTURE
Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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When was First National Bank Building listed on the National Register?

First National Bank Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 27, 2006.

What type of historic resource is First National Bank Building?

First National Bank Building is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for First National Bank Building?

The period of significance for First National Bank Building is recorded as the industrial era.

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