Smithfield Exchange Bank - Smithfield RI
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N 41° 52.288 W 071° 33.151
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The Smithfield Exchange Bank,also known as the Resolved Waterman Tavern or Greenville Tavern, was built in 1822.
Waymark Code: WM12F93
Location: Rhode Island, United States
Date Posted: 05/15/2020
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In 1733, Resolved Waterman Jr., a great-grandson of Roger Williams built a tavern to attract business from travelers on this former turnpike road. In 1822 a new owner constructed the present building, the Smithfield Exchange Bank, as an ell attached onto the back of the main tavern building. Another western ell was built onto the tavern, and the two were connected by a cobblestone courtyard. The bank originally provided services to farmers and small businesses throughout northwestern Rhode Island. In 1845 William Winsor became cashier of the institution.
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Street address:
599 Putnam Pike
Smithfield , RI
County / Borough / Parish: Providence
Year listed: 2006
Historic (Areas of) Significance: Event, Architecture/Engineering
Periods of significance: 1850-1874, 1825-1849, 1800-1824
Historic function: Commerce/Trade
Current function: Vacant/Not In Use
Privately owned?: yes
Primary Web Site: [Web Link]
Secondary Website 1: [Web Link]
Season start / Season finish: Not listed
Hours of operation: Not listed
Secondary Website 2: Not listed
National Historic Landmark Link: Not listed
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