Double Bank Building in New Bedford, Massachusetts
Location: 60 North Water Street
Upon first glance, the Double Bank Building in New Bedford appears to be one building. However, it is actually two buildings constructed by two different builders to house two different banks, thus the name. The original banks were the Merchants Bank, used by wealthy merchants, and the Mechanics Bank, the bank used by everyone else.
The Double Bank Building, which was built in 1833, was restored in 1971. The main tenant today is J.J. Best Banc, a company that finances the purchase of collectible automobiles, boats, planes, and motorcycles.
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Last updated on November 24, 2025
