Bank of Italy, Fresno
The Bank of Italy building is a prominent historic landmark, featuring a striking 8-story, 125-foot mid-rise structure. Completed in 1918, it was originally built to house the Bank of Italy, which later evolved into the Bank of America. The chief designer responsible for its architectural elegance was Charles H. Franklin of the R.F. Felchlin Company.
This iconic building, now completely vacant, holds the distinction of being the ninth tallest in Fresno and is proudly listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. Its design reflects the early 20th-century architectural style, characterized by its solid presence and ornate detailing that was typical of prestigious banking institutions of the era.
In 2009, the Bank of Italy building was acquired by the Penstar Group, a Fresno-based developer, highlighting ongoing efforts to preserve and potentially repurpose this significant piece of Fresno's architectural and financial history.
This iconic building, now completely vacant, holds the distinction of being the ninth tallest in Fresno and is proudly listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. Its design reflects the early 20th-century architectural style, characterized by its solid presence and ornate detailing that was typical of prestigious banking institutions of the era.
In 2009, the Bank of Italy building was acquired by the Penstar Group, a Fresno-based developer, highlighting ongoing efforts to preserve and potentially repurpose this significant piece of Fresno's architectural and financial history.
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Bank of Italy on Map
Sight Name: Bank of Italy
Sight Location: Fresno, USA (See walking tours in Fresno)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Fresno, USA (See walking tours in Fresno)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Walking Tours in Fresno, California
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Historical Buildings Walking Tour
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.7 Km or 2.3 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.7 Km or 2.3 Miles
Fresno Downtown Walking Tour
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles
The area's first European exploration began in 1772 with the arrival of Pedro Fages, a Spanish soldier and explorer, who later served as the first Lieutenant Governor of the California province. Fresno County, established in 1856 after the California Gold Rush, was... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles