Overview

Camden Park State Bank is an important part of Camden's commercial history. 

• Location: 705 42nd Avenue North
• Neighborhood: Camden

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Historic profile

Camden Park State Bank is an important part of Camden's commercial history. It was built in two parts. The western half is two stories tall and was built in 1910. It was a community hall for the International Order of Odd Fellows with retail. In 1920, the eastern half was built as a three-story bank.   

In 1890, the Washington Avenue streetcar line extended to Camden. Camden Place was the northernmost stop of the line for 20 years, located right by this building. This route helped develop the surrounding neighborhood. This building provided essential services, such as social space, a bank, and a post office. Various businesses continue to operate from here. 

Both buildings have red brick walls and the windows have concrete sills. On the bank building, there are cream header brick borders around the windows. The entrance to the bank building has Neoclassical details. Two pairs of Ionic columns support a big stone entablature above. The crenellated roofline of the bank building is like a castle or fort.  

Septimus James Bowler designed the 1910 building. Ernest C. Haley designed the 1920 building. Both owned firms that focused on various building types. Both architects designed several buildings that are historic landmarks.