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.
Farmers' and Exchange Bank | |
U.S. National Register of Historic Places | |
U.S. National Historic Landmark | |
U.S. National Historic Landmark District Contributing Property | |
Farmers' and Exchange Bank | |
| Location | 141 E. Bay St., Charleston, South Carolina |
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| Coordinates | 32°46′39.5″N 79°55′38″W |
| Built | 1853–54 |
| Architect | Edward C. Jones; Francis D. Lee |
| Architectural style | Moorish Revival, Exotic Revival |
| Part of | Charleston Historic District (ID66000964) |
| NRHP reference No. | 73001685 |
| Significant dates | |
| Added to NRHP | November 7, 1973 |
| Designated NHL | November 7, 1973 |
| Designated NHLDCP | October 9, 1960 |
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