1857 Greek Revival Mansion, White Castle, Louisiana

This vintage photograph captures a Greek Revival mansion located in White Castle, Iberville Parish, Louisiana, built in 1857 by John Andrews. The mansion, featuring 75 rooms, showcases classic architectural elements such as columns, pediments, and porticoes. Once a grand residence, it fell into a ruinous state and was later occupied by the Ware family until around 1913.

The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which documents significant structures in the region. Notably, the mansion reflects the historical significance of antebellum architecture in Louisiana. The mansions intricate details and expansive layout offer insights into the architectural styles and living conditions of the period.

Acquired from the Frances Benjamin Johnston estate in 1953, this photograph serves as a valuable record of a bygone era. It highlights the craftsmanship and grandeur of a time when such mansions were symbols of wealth and status in the south.

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