Adirondack Trust Company, Saratoga Springs

The Adirondack Trust Company, the largest independent community bank in Saratoga County, has been a cornerstone of the local financial landscape for over a century. Founded in 1902, the bank has remained largely under the leadership of the Wait family for four generations.

The bank's headquarters, located in the Broadway Historic District, is a 1916 Beaux-Arts architectural gem designed by Alfred Hopkins. The elegant white marble structure features ornate Tiffany bronze doors and chandeliers, adding to its grandeur. As a tribute to the region鈥檚 natural beauty, the building鈥檚 decorations incorporate Adirondack themes throughout. In 2001, in celebration of its centennial, the bank commissioned a 22-by-9-foot mural from artist Anne Diggory, titled The Flume.

A fascinating historical feature of the Adirondack Trust Company headquarters is its 1916 time capsule, placed within the building's cornerstone during its construction. The capsule, opened 100 years later, contained a variety of historical documents, including newspapers reporting on World War I, brochures about Congress Park, the bank's original 1902 founding ledger, and a letter from State Senator Edgar T. Brackett. In keeping with tradition, a new time capsule was placed in its stead, containing modern-day artifacts such as a visitor鈥檚 guide, Saratoga National Historic coins, and digital records.

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Sight Name: Adirondack Trust Company
Sight Location: Saratoga Springs, USA (See walking tours in Saratoga Springs)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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