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Merchants' National Bank

Grinnell, Iowa
County of Poweshiek.
4th Avenue and Broad Street
National Register Number: 76000804
 Resource type: Building.
The threat level was Satisfactory in
2006.
Certified Local Government: YES
This NHL offers public access.
Please contact the NHL directly for visitor information.
Current use/information: Bank.

Statement of Significance (as of designation - January 7, 1976):
Constructed in 1914, this simple cubical plan structure is one of the best-preserved of the small banks designed by Louis Sullivan late in his career.

Condition:
There is no threat to the NHL at this time.

The NHL is being well maintained and is a source of pride in the community. One of the decorative griffins flanking the front entrance has been removed and is being repaired following an act of vandalism. The other griffin was also damaged and awaits repair.

Recommendation/Change since last report:
The bank should have a condition assessment.


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