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About American National

Strengthening our Communities since 1909

Your Hometown Bank

At American National Bank & Trust Company, we believe being local is more than just having an office in the community. It's about looking out for our customers with better banking options and quick, local decisions. It's about supporting local community organizations and working with local businesses that are so vital to our communities. And more than anything, it's about people - local people who are passionate about serving the needs of the valuable customers and businesses that make each community unique.

Established in 1909 in Danville, Virginia, we have a long legacy of helping people and communities thrive. With multiple banking locations in Virginia and North Carolina, we are proud to be your community's hometown bank.

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Our Values

  • Relationship Focus
    Establishing trust based on respecting others and doing the right thing
  • Teamwork
    Working as one team, we value diverse perspectives to move us forward together
  • Reliability
    Doing what we say we are going to do through responsive communication and service
  • Constant Improvement
    Embracing change as we push ourselves to be better
  • Authenticity
    Being genuine and practical in our words and actions



Our History

American National’s tradition of community banking dates back over a century to its founding in 1909. Started by H. O. Kerns to serve the community of Danville, Virginia, American National has grown from a single office on Main Street to a full-service bank with 26 branches in Virginia and North Carolina. Learn more about our rich heritage serving our customers and communities.

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