National Valley Bank

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.[3]

National Valley Bank
National Valley Bank, December 2011
Location12-14 W. Beverly St., Staunton, Virginia
Coordinates38°8′57″N 79°4′24″W
Arealess than one acre
Built1903 (1903)
ArchitectCollins, T.J. & Son
Architectural styleBeaux Arts
NRHP reference No.79003301[1]
VLR No.132-0023
Significant dates
Added to NRHPJune 19, 1979
Designated VLRDecember 19, 1978[2]

It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.[1] It is located in the Beverley Historic District.

References

  1. "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service. July 9, 2010.
  2. "Virginia Landmarks Register". Virginia Department of Historic Resources. Retrieved 19 March 2013.
  3. William T. Frazier (November 1978). "National Register of Historic Places Inventory/Nomination: National Valley Bank" (PDF). Virginia Department of Historic Resources. and Accompanying photo


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