KeyBank Heritage Center Opens to Celebrate Bank's Bicentennial and Commitment to Communities it Serves

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KeyBank celebrates its 200-year anniversary with the grand opening of its Heritage Center in Cleveland. Located in Key Tower's Public Square branch, this state-of-the-art museum features interactive exhibits and artifacts dating back to the bank's 1825 founding in Albany, New York.

The center, which will remain open permanently beyond 2025, received endorsements from Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Cleveland Mayor Justin M. Bibb, and Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne. Mayor Bibb declared April 12, 2025, as "KeyBank Heritage Day" in Cleveland.

As one of the nation's largest bank-based financial services companies, KeyBank manages assets of approximately $189 billion and operates across 15 states. The bank maintains approximately 1,000 branches, 1,200 ATMs, and employs 17,000 teammates serving clients from Maine to Alaska.

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• Assets of $189 billion as of March 2025, positioning KeyBank as one of the nation's largest bank-based financial services companies
• Extensive network of 1,000 branches and 1,200 ATMs across 15 states
• Diversified business model including retail banking, corporate banking, and investment services
• Strong institutional presence as largest trustee bank of the world's first community foundation
• Established market presence from Maine to Alaska with 17 million clients

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State of the art museum with interactive exhibits highlights the bank's 200-year history and shows that yesterday, today, and tomorrow, Key will be here to serve clients and communities

CLEVELAND, April 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, as part of its bicentennial celebration, KeyBank (NYSE: KEY) held a grand opening at its new Heritage Center in Cleveland. As part of the celebration, KeyCorp Chairman and CEO Chris Gorman took part in a ribbon cutting with Key teammates and local dignitaries.

"The opening of the KeyBank Heritage Center is a centerpiece of our bicentennial celebration. It is a visual representation of our cherished and storied history, and commitment to our clients and the communities we call home," said Gorman. "We invite everyone to come explore the KeyBank Heritage Center and see that yesterday, today, and tomorrow, KeyBank will be here to help our clients, our colleagues, and our communities thrive."       

Located in KeyBank's Public Square branch at its headquarters in Key Tower, the state-of-the-art museum houses interactive exhibits featuring artifacts and visual displays dating back to its founding in 1825 in Albany, New York. The center highlights KeyBank's storied, 200-year history and countless contributions to the communities it proudly serves across the country.

The KeyBank Heritage Center will be open during branch hours and our teammates, clients and the public are welcome to visit. It will remain open after 2025 and is intended to be a permanent tribute to Key's legacy.

"Ohio is proud to be the home of outstanding financial institutions like KeyBank, which help make our residents' business and personal dreams come true every day," said Ohio Governor Mike DeWine. "We congratulate KeyBank representatives on the company's 200th anniversary and wish them every future success as they continue to do business within the state."

"For 200 years, KeyBank has been a true partner in building a stronger Cuyahoga County and Northeast Ohio region," said Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne. "Through investments, loans, and community service, KeyBank has contributed to the growth of our families, businesses, and neighborhoods. We are proud to celebrate this milestone and grateful for KeyBank's ongoing commitment to the success of our community."

"KeyBank's 200th is a remarkable milestone that highlights its unwavering commitment to communities like Cleveland," said Cleveland Mayor Justin M. Bibb. "From fueling economic growth to supporting housing and education initiatives, KeyBank continues to be a trusted partner in building a brighter future for all. Congratulations on two centuries of making a difference—and here's to many more years of impact and success!"

Mayor Bibb recently issued a proclamation declaring April 12, 2025, Key's birthday, as "KeyBank Heritage Day" in Cleveland.

"For more than a century, KeyBank's exceptional stewardship and enduring partnership have been central to advancing our mission," said Cleveland Foundation President and CEO Lillian Kuri. "As the largest trustee bank of the world's first community foundation, KeyBank plays a pivotal role in managing our financial resources and partnering with us to make game-changing investments in our region –– bettering the lives of Clevelanders and setting a national standard for community philanthropy."

The KeyBank Heritage Center in Cleveland complements the digital KeyBank Heritage Center that was unveiled in January. The site gives visitors an interactive look at KeyBank's two centuries of history, highlighting important milestones and events that have shaped the bank from its founding in 1825 to its presence today, as one of the nation's largest bank-based financial services companies.

Additional details about KeyBank's Bicentennial Celebration will be released throughout the year. With 17,000 teammates, millions of clients, and a presence spanning from Maine to Alaska, KeyBank is positioned to serve its clients and communities for generations to come.

ABOUT KEYCORP
In 2025, KeyCorp celebrates its bicentennial, marking 200 years of service to clients and communities from Maine to Alaska. To learn more, visit KeyBank Heritage Center. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Key is one of the nation's largest bank-based financial services companies, with assets of approximately $189 billion at March 31, 2025. 

Key provides deposit, lending, cash management, and investment services to individuals and businesses in 15 states under the name KeyBank National Association through a network of approximately 1,000 branches and approximately 1,200 ATMs. Key also provides a broad range of sophisticated corporate and investment banking products, such as merger and acquisition advice, public and private debt and equity, syndications and derivatives to middle market companies in selected industries throughout the United States under the KeyBanc Capital Markets trade name. For more information, visit https://www.key.com/. KeyBank Member FDIC. 

 

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FAQ

When did KeyBank (KEY) open its new Heritage Center in Cleveland?

KeyBank opened its Heritage Center on April 30, 2025, at its headquarters in Key Tower's Public Square branch in Cleveland, as part of its bicentennial celebration.

What is the size of KeyBank's (KEY) operations in 2025?

KeyBank operates with assets of $189 billion, 17,000 teammates, approximately 1,000 branches, and 1,200 ATMs across 15 states from Maine to Alaska.

Where is KeyBank's (KEY) Heritage Center located and who can visit?

The Heritage Center is located in KeyBank's Public Square branch at Key Tower headquarters in Cleveland. It's open to teammates, clients, and the public during regular branch hours.

How is Cleveland celebrating KeyBank's (KEY) 200th anniversary?

Cleveland Mayor Justin M. Bibb issued a proclamation declaring April 12, 2025, as 'KeyBank Heritage Day' in Cleveland to commemorate the bank's bicentennial.

What features does KeyBank's (KEY) new Heritage Center include?

The state-of-the-art museum features interactive exhibits, artifacts, and visual displays dating back to KeyBank's 1825 founding in Albany, New York, showcasing its 200-year history.

How long will KeyBank's (KEY) Heritage Center remain open?

The KeyBank Heritage Center will remain open permanently beyond 2025 as a tribute to the bank's legacy, accessible during regular branch hours.