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Farmers' and Exchange Bank

Farmers' and Exchange Bank is a historic place in Charleston, Charleston County, South Carolina, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on November 7, 1973, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 73001685.

Charleston, Charleston County, South CarolinaListed November 7, 1973NRIS #73001685★ National Historic Landmark
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What is Farmers' and Exchange Bank?

The Farmers' and Exchange Bank is a historic commercial building in Charleston, South Carolina. Built in 1853–54, it is an architecturally distinctive building, with Moorish Revival features rarely seen in the United States. The building is recognizable for its use of muqarnas—characteristic of Persian and North African architecture—as well as its large arched windows and striking red sandstone facade. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1973.

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Listing details

Name
Farmers' and Exchange Bank
City
Charleston
County
Charleston County
State
South Carolina
Listed on the National Register
November 7, 1973
NRIS reference number
73001685
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
32.77767, -79.92704
When was Farmers' and Exchange Bank listed on the National Register?

Farmers' and Exchange Bank was added to the National Register of Historic Places on November 7, 1973.

Where is Farmers' and Exchange Bank located?

Farmers' and Exchange Bank is located in Charleston, Charleston County, South Carolina at approximately 32.77767, -79.92704. See the map above.

Is Farmers' and Exchange Bank a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Farmers' and Exchange Bank is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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