Devils Lake in Ramsey County, North Dakota — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)

Devils Lake State Bank

Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, September 2, 2023

1. Devils Lake State Bank Marker

Inscription. contributes to the
Devils Lake Commercial District
placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
1989

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce • Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the National Register of Historic Places series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1915.

Location. 48° 6.697′ N, 98° 51.634′ W. Marker is in Devils Lake, North Dakota, in Ramsey County. Marker is at the intersection of 4th Avenue Northeast and 4th Street Northeast, on the left when traveling north on 4th Avenue Northeast. The marker is mounted at eye-level, near the northeast corner of the subject building, facing 4th Avenue Northeast. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 324 4th Street Northeast, Devils Lake ND 58301, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Devils Lake Flood Management (here, next to this marker); Historic Devils Lake Commercial District (here, next to this marker); Bangs-Wineman Block (within shouting distance of this marker); The Origin of Devils Lake (within shouting distance of this marker); Mac's Lounge (within shouting distance of this marker);

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History of Devils Lake (within shouting distance of this marker); The Lake “Mníwakháŋ” (within shouting distance of this marker); Jamieson Block (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Devils Lake.

Regarding Devils Lake State Bank. Contributing property, Devils Lake Commercial District, National Register of Historic Places #89001675.

From the National Register Nomination: Devils Lake State Bank (1915)
One of few District properties exhibiting the Neo Classical mode. This is a surprisingly relaxed rendering of the Neo Classical with cartouche keystones at the first story as the only verification of the theme. In spite of the corner siting the bank did not make the strong declaration of style which had been typical of banking structures built earlier. The facade has a commercial orientation with only a subdued corner entry to announce the banking operation.
The Commercial District presents a collection of structures reflecting, in one aspect or another, the evolution of Devils Lake from the railroad era to the age of the automobile. The physical appearance of the Commercial District
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, September 2, 2023

2. Devils Lake State Bank Marker
The marker is near the northeast corner of the building.
building stock may be characterized as two-story and predominantly brick, with gradations in the color and in the size and craftsmanship of mortar joints. The bulk of Commercial District properties in Devils Lake are in many respects connected to events of railroad expansion in northeastern North Dakota. Railroad tributaries enabled merchants to make quick shipments, and abundant supplies of fuel, wood and coal were added inducements for retail growth. Most of the Commercial District growth took place within the context of two major development periods: The First Dakota Boom between 1879 and 1886, and The Second Dakota Boom, 1898-1917. Outside boom periods, the character of District properties was undoubtedly shaped by the latent effects of increased rail traffic and a broadening exposure to new methods and fashions in the building industry.

Related markers. Click here for a list of markers that are related to this marker. Devils Lake Commercial District

Also see . . . Devils Lake Commercial District (Wikipedia). Excerpt:

The Devils Lake Commercial District in Devils Lake, North Dakota is a 15-acre historic district that was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1989.

(Submitted on February 26, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)

Devils Lake State Bank Cartouche detail image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, September 2, 2023

3. Devils Lake State Bank Cartouche detail

Devils Lake State Bank (<i>northeast elevation</i>) image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, September 2, 2023

4. Devils Lake State Bank (northeast elevation)

Credits. This page was last revised on March 1, 2024. It was originally submitted on February 25, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 59 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on February 26, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.