Leo Lesser, one of Tunica's most widely known entrepreneurs, constructed this building in 1890. In 1899, The Bank of Tunica opened its doors to the community. Leo Lesser owned The Bank of Tunica, and on April 25, 1913, it shut its doors due to bankruptcy, causing panic throughout Tunica. W. H. Powell, cashier, was appointed receiver of The Bank of Tunica, and in 1919 he dispersed all receipts of the bank at 15 cents on the dollar. Leo Lesser ran and was not heard from for 11 years. Upon his return in 1924, the District Attorney asked the court to set aside the indictments that had been impending against Lesser for many years, and the judge, in response to numerous petitions signed by citizens of Tunica County, let Lesser walk a free man.