First American Banks May 2026

Founded by Alexander Hamilton, it is the oldest continuously operating bank in the U.S. (now BNY Mellon ).

The second state bank founded; through centuries of mergers, it is now part of Bank of America . 🏦 The First Bank of the United States (1791–1811) first american banks

Proposed by Treasury Secretary Alexander Hamilton, this was the nation's first attempt at a central bank. BNY Mellon Founded by Alexander Hamilton, it is the oldest

The history of American banking began in the late 18th century, transitioning from a system of personal credit to formal financial institutions designed to stabilize a war-torn economy. 🏛️ The Three Pioneering Institutions Founded by Alexander Hamilton

Before the turn of the 19th century, only a handful of banks existed in the United States.