Our History

Since 1876, Bank of the Flint Hills has had a rock solid history of reliability, credibility, and community involvement. We are proud of our long heritage in this community. The owners of the bank live here, play here, and raise their families here. As an independent, locally owned and locally controlled bank, Bank of the Flint Hills also strives to stay on the leading edge of banking technology. 

 

Our bank was chartered in 1876 as First National Bank,  the same year as Alexander Graham Bell patented the telephone. In 1972, the bank outgrew its location at the corner of 5th and Lincoln, its home for over 60 years, and moved west one-half block to a new, larger, more modern building.

 

As the bank continued to grow, its footprint expanded. The data processing and bookkeeping departments moved to the building directly north of the bank in the early 1990's. In 1991, a bank was added in eastern Manhattan, and in 1999, a bank was opened in Alma. 

 

To better represent who we are and the communities we serve, First National Bank changed its name in 2014 to Bank of the Flint Hills. When customers walk through our doors, they continue to see the same ownership, staff, service, locations, and phone numbers. With time, comes change, yes, but also, with the Flint Hills, promise - and roots that run deep. With our new name, logo, and look, our ideals and passion for the communities we cherish remain steadfast. 

 

Today the bank offers a full menu of checking and savings accounts, loan programs, online banking, mobile banking, and ATM’s located in Manhattan, Wamego and Alma. As technology changes, the bank continually reviews its products to ensure we are meeting the evolving needs of our customers. 

 

As we honor our heritage with great pride and continue to adopt new ways to access our services, Bank of the Flint Hills strives to be the provider of choice for the region we serve. 

Current Bank of the Flint Hills locations and ATMs

 

 

History Photos