First National Bank (Roanoke, Virginia)
| Company type | Bank |
|---|---|
| Industry | Banking |
| Founded | 1910 |
| Headquarters | Roanoke , United States |
| Products | Banking services |
First National Bank, also referred to as Liberty Trust Co. and People's Federal Building, is a notable historic bank and office edifice located in Roanoke, Virginia. Constructed in 1910, this seven-story building is composed of granite and buff brick and exemplifies the French Renaissance architectural style. Its entrance is adorned with Roman Ionic columns, while the main banking hall features Doric columns inspired by the Temple of Apollo at Delos.
The institution's inaugural director was Tazewell M. Starkey (1829–1901). In 1926, the bank combined operations with the National Exchange Bank and adopted that name. Prominent figures from the Jewish community were influential in its leadership; for instance, Arthur Taubman held a position on the First National Exchange Bank's board, succeeded by his son, Nicholas F. Taubman, during its transition to Dominion Bank.
In 1982, the building earned a place on the National Register of Historic Places.
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- Bank buildings on the National Register of Historic Places in Virginia
- Renaissance Revival architecture in Virginia
- Commercial buildings completed in 1910
- Buildings and structures in Roanoke, Virginia
- National Register of Historic Places in Roanoke, Virginia
- Individually listed contributing properties to historic districts on the National Register in Virginia