Joliet in Will County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

First National Bank of Joliet

Photographed By Jason Voigt, September 30, 2020

1. First National Bank of Joliet Marker

Inscription. Built in 1909, the Neo-Classical Revival structure was designed by architects Mundie and Jensen and incorporates massive fluted columns and Corinthian capitals. Indiana Bedford limestone proved over time to be an ideal stone to accommodate the generous detailing of the structure, including the roof balustrade, decorative friezes, and dentillated moldings crafted by early 20th Century stone masons.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Architecture. A significant historical year for this entry is 1909.

Location. 41° 31.55′ N, 88° 4.887′ W. Marker is in Joliet, Illinois, in Will County. Marker is at the intersection of North Chicago Street and East Van Buren Street, on the right when traveling north on North Chicago Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 76 N Chicago St, Joliet IL 60432, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Rialto Square Theatre (within shouting distance of this marker); Morris Building (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Level 4: J.D. Paige (about 300 feet away); Level 5: Frederich Bartleson (about 400 feet away); The Marx Brothers (about 400 feet away); Level 2: Jacques Marquette (about 400 feet away); Level 1: Louis Joliet (about 400 feet away); Level 3: Charles Reed (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Joliet.

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Photographed By Jason Voigt, September 30, 2020

2. First National Bank of Joliet Marker

Marker is mounted on the building (left side, close to the ground)

Credits. This page was last revised on October 15, 2020. It was originally submitted on October 15, 2020, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois. This page has been viewed 257 times since then and 41 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 15, 2020, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois.