Historic Church in Falls Church, VA - 1734 Photo

This vintage photograph captures a historic church located in Falls Church, Fairfax County, Virginia. The building dates back to approximately 1734, with significant renovations occurring in 1750 and a complete reconstruction between 1767 and 1769. This church has a rich history, having served as a hospital during the Civil War and later being repurposed by Federal troops as a stable. Restoration efforts by the U.S. Government in 1865 helped preserve its architectural integrity.

The structure showcases classic architectural elements, including pediments, cornices, and intricate brickwork, characteristic of early American church design. This image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, emphasizing the significance of colonial architecture in Virginia.

Published in 1930 in Henry Irving Brocks Colonial Churches in Virginia, this photograph stands as a testament to the historical and cultural heritage of the region, capturing the essence of early American religious architecture.