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Experience history in the making

Innovation. It’s in our blood. It’s the enduring thread that runs through our history and continues to move us forward. As long as there are customers to be helped, we’ll keep at it. And keep sharing our stories here. Welcome.

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This Day in Wells Fargo HistoryJune 29, 1865

Schuyler Colfax, Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives and stage passenger said: “it requires more nerve, talent, and genius to be a stage driver in these mountains for Wells, Fargo & Co. than it does to be an ordinary congressman like myself.”

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Stagecoach drawn by six horses faces left on dirt road outside wooden building. Five men are on top of coach, including driver, and several passengers inside. Forest of tall pine trees in background. Image is black and white.

A partnership born to solve challenges

Throughout their lives, Henry Wells and William G. Fargo, the founders of Wells, Fargo & Co., were known for their innovation and dedication to customers.

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