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Farmers and Merchants Union Bank

Farmers and Merchants Union Bank is a historic place in Columbus, Columbia County, Wisconsin, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on October 18, 1972, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 72000044.

Columbus, Columbia County, WisconsinListed October 18, 1972NRIS #72000044★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Farmers and Merchants Union Bank?

The Farmers and Merchants Union Bank is a historic commercial building at 159 West James Street in Columbus, Wisconsin. Built in 1919, it is the last of eight "jewel box" bank buildings designed by Louis Sullivan, and the next to last to be constructed. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1976 for its architecture.

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Listing details

Name
Farmers and Merchants Union Bank
City
Columbus
County
Columbia County
State
Wisconsin
Listed on the National Register
October 18, 1972
NRIS reference number
72000044
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
43.33853, -89.00658
When was Farmers and Merchants Union Bank listed on the National Register?

Farmers and Merchants Union Bank was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 18, 1972.

Where is Farmers and Merchants Union Bank located?

Farmers and Merchants Union Bank is located in Columbus, Columbia County, Wisconsin at approximately 43.33853, -89.00658. See the map above.

Is Farmers and Merchants Union Bank a National Historic Landmark?

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

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