Historic Church in Saluda, VA: 1712-1930 Photo Archive

This vintage photograph captures a historic church located in Saluda, Middlesex County, Virginia. Originally constructed between 1712 and 1714, this rectangular structure replaced an earlier church that had stood on the site since 1666. The church has undergone significant changes throughout its history, including a period of abandonment that lasted 25 years after 1813, leading to its deterioration into a roofless ruin. In 1840, it was repaired and returned to use, showcasing the resilience of the local community.

The architectural features of the church include distinctive bulls eye windows and intricate brickwork, which reflect the colonial building styles of Virginia. This image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, a program dedicated to documenting the diverse architectural heritage of the region. The photograph serves as an educational resource, highlighting the enduring significance of this church and its role in the history of Middlesex County.

Published in 1930 in Henry Irving Brocks Colonial Churches in Virginia, this photograph remains a valuable artifact for historians and enthusiasts of Virginias architectural legacy.