Everett Building
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palewryter
N 32° 29.732 W 094° 44.309
15S E 336668 N 3596695
The Everett Building in Longview, Texas houses the Gregg County Historical Museum.
Waymark Code: WM3K7Z
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 04/14/2008
Views: 9
Marker Number: 9948
Marker Text:
Built in 1910 to house the Citizens National Bank, this structure is the only example of classical revival commercial architecture in Longview. Designed by noted architect and educator Samuel J. Blocker, the Everett Building was constructed by Gladewater and Longview businessman and civic leader Lafayette Johnson Everett. Outstanding features of the building include its rounded bay and recessed main entrance. through the years, the Everett Building has housed numerous banks and professional offices and is part of the heritage of Longview's business community. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1983
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