Augusta University Building
| Formerly | Wells Fargo Building, Georgia Railroad Bank Building |
|---|---|
| Company type | Commercial office building |
| Industry | Real estate |
| Founded | 1967 |
| Headquarters | Augusta, Georgia , United States |
| Products | Office space |
The Augusta University Building, which was previously known as the Wells Fargo Building and the Georgia Railroad Bank Building, is a commercial high-rise located in Augusta, Georgia. From 1967 until 1976, it held the title of Augusta's tallest structure and currently stands as the third tallest in the city. Its façade is composed of aluminum, steel, and glass materials.
Since its inauguration in 1967, the top two floors have housed the Pinnacle Club, an exclusive member-only dining establishment.
History
The building's conception dates back to 1965 when the Georgia Railroad Bank & Trust initiated plans for a 14-story edifice with an estimated cost of $5 million. Architect Robert McCreary designed it, drawing inspiration from the "Miesian" style characterized by glass curtain walls. The structure provides approximately 170,000 square feet of commercial area. Its construction led to the closure of the Town Tavern restaurant, a notable venue that catered to Masters Tournament golfers until it ceased operations in 1993.
In 1986, ownership transferred to First Union Bank, which subsequently renamed the building. By 2003, it was known as the Wachovia Bank Center, functioning as Wachovia’s regional headquarters for eastern Georgia and the Central Savannah River Area. Following Wachovia’s acquisition by Wells Fargo in 2008, the building was rebranded as the Wells Fargo Building while continuing to serve as Wells Fargo’s Augusta regional office.
In 2017, Augusta University’s health department obtained naming rights after leasing two floors within the building. Additionally, this location was featured as a filming site for the motion picture Agent Game.