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    Farmers Bank

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    20 Reviews
    #8 of 28 things to do in Petersburg
    Sights & Landmarks, Historic Sites
    19 Bollingbrook St, Petersburg, VA 23803-4548
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    “Visitor Center Too”

    We were having lunch at Andrade's and were told the visitor center was just a couple doors down... read more

    Reviewed October 25, 2017
    Bruce L
    “You Can Bank On This”

    I was her to get tourist information, and I got a tour. It is a small place, but... read more

    Reviewed August 24, 2017
    JohnBCowgill
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    Oct 25, 2017
    “Visitor Center Too”
    Aug 24, 2017
    “You Can Bank On This”
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    19 Bollingbrook St, Petersburg, VA 23803-4548
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    Reviewed October 25, 2017
    Visitor Center Too

    We were having lunch at Andrade's and were told the visitor center was just a couple doors down. Turned out to also be the Farmers Bank. Lots of information from a knowledgeable staff, as well as getting to see the old bank. If you've never...More

    Thank Bruce L
    Reviewed August 24, 2017
    You Can Bank On This

    I was her to get tourist information, and I got a tour. It is a small place, but the tour guide gave a great tour. It is very short so you do not have to spend your entire day here.

    Thank JohnBCowgill
    Reviewed April 10, 2017
    Historical Petersburg Office

    I personally found my visit should start here, for anyone new to Petersburg, looking for information on key attractions relating to the history of Petersburg. This office holds a wealth of information from the volunteer who greeted us, visited with us, and provided brochures on...More

    1  Thank LWGold
    Reviewed February 26, 2017 via mobile
    5-10 Minute Tour - History

    This is not a must see or anything but it was cool to see how the bank operates in the early 1800's. Would recommend if you are in the area. The woman who gave the tour was very pleasant and knowledgeable.

    Thank TwoBoysOneDad
    Reviewed July 30, 2016
    ~lovely restoration~

    supercool restoration of an old bank...perfect place for a visitor's center...guide was knowledgeable and suggested a great local place to eat!...

    2  Thank mjpk25
    Reviewed July 27, 2016
    Good place to get information

    Acts as visitors information center. Lady working was very helpful with information and directions. Easy to find

    2  Thank Greg H
    Reviewed July 17, 2016 via mobile
    Visitors Center

    Very helpful!! Lady there knew everything you could want to know about Petersburg. One thing I learned while there was all restaurants in downtown Petersburg are private owners not franchises, so you really get a true taste of Petersburg!

    1  Thank Debbie C
    Reviewed April 16, 2016
    Great place to start in Petersburg.

    Take any of the downtown exits and follow the signs to the information center, which is located in an old bank building. Really neat place to start in historical Petersburg. Two ladies there were a wealth of information and great guides to the area. Note:...More

    Thank Bob J
    Reviewed September 17, 2015
    hard to tell it was open

    the big wood doors make it look closed. very helpful and friendly staff, though - if you are interested in history, STOP HERE first!

    Thank sylvie b
    Reviewed September 16, 2015 via mobile
    Absolute Surprise Tour

    Even if just stopping for a bathroom break on your way south on I-95, you'll get a quick super interesting tour of the oldest bank building in Virginia. There's a vault with an original safe and real money from pre-war Virginia and Confederate bills. The...More

    1  Thank Angela M
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