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Jul 06, 2026
52 Weeks of Firsts: The first US bank was established in Philadelphia in 1791
In honor of the nation's 250th anniversary, the city is celebrating with 52 Weeks of Firsts, highlighting a historic milestone each week. KYW Newsradio's John McDevitt shares more about the first bank in America, which was founded in Philadelphia in 1791. (Photo credit: NPS)