Rochester's Early Banks
Diagonally across Franklin Street stands a fine example of the work of esteemed Rochester architect J. Foster Warner. This traditional banking house was built in 20th century Byzantine Style in 1928 for the Rochester Savings Bank. It features mosaics and wood-coffered ceilings.
The city's first bank, The Bank of Rochester, was founded in 1824. Colonel Nathaniel Rochester was its president. In 1829, The Bank of Rochester was chartered, followed by Rochester Savings Bank in 1831. By 1845, there were more than eight city banks. All but two weathered the Depression of the 1870's. These banks funded urban growth and encouraged thrift and financial discipline.
Marker is at the intersection of Franklin St. and Liberty Pole Way, on the right when traveling south on Franklin St..
Courtesy hmdb.org
