National Register of Historic Places

National Valley Bank

Staunton (Independent City), Staunton County, Virginia
Listed
June 18, 1979
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
79003301

About this property

National Valley Bank, also known as United Virginia Bank, is a historic bank building located in Staunton, Virginia. It was built in 1903 and is a one-story, three-bay, Beaux Arts-style building constructed of granite, brick and carved limestone. Its design was based on the Roman Arch of Titus. It features semi-engaged, fluted columns of the Corinthian order flanking the central entrance. The interior features a coffered plaster ceiling. General John Echols (1823-1896) founded the bank in 1865 and served as its first president. His son Edward Echols, who built Oakdene, served as the National Valley Bank's third president from 1905–1915. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. It is located in the Beverley Historic District.

Location

12--14 W. Beverly St.
Staunton (Independent City), Staunton County, Virginia
38.14936, -79.07302

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Sources

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Nearby Historic Sites

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Nearby Battles

Skirmish at Staunton (Apr 1865)
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When was National Valley Bank listed on the National Register?

National Valley Bank was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 18, 1979.

What type of historic resource is National Valley Bank?

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

What is the period of significance for National Valley Bank?

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

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