Mercantile National Bank Building, Streamline Moderne skyscraper in downtown Dallas, United States
The 31-story Mercantile National Bank Building reaches a height of 523 feet and features a prominent four-sided clock tower with a weather spire.
Upon completion in 1943, this structure became the tallest building west of the Mississippi River and remained the highest in Dallas until 1954.
The building incorporates mosaics by artist Millard Sheets from the 1950s, which were preserved during subsequent renovations to maintain their historical significance.
The structure now contains 225 residential apartments and retail spaces at ground level, contributing to the urban development of downtown Dallas.
Special wartime waivers allowed the use of prefabricated steel components, making it the only major skyscraper constructed during World War II.
Location: Texas
Inception: 1943
Architects: Walter W. Ahlschlager
Architectural style: Streamline Moderne
Floors above the ground: 31
GPS coordinates: 32.78080,-96.79680
Latest update: May 12, 2025 12:37
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