Inez NC 1910s: Southern Architecture by Frances Benjamin Joh

Frances Benjamin Johnston captured this image in Inez, Warren County, North Carolina, as part of her work with the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South. The photograph features Mrs. Missouri Pleasants Alston alongside several outbuildings that characterize rural Southern architecture during the early 20th century.

Johnstons comprehensive documentation of Southern homes and landscapes provides valuable insights into the architectural styles and social history of the period. This image serves as a significant piece of North Carolinas cultural heritage, illustrating the daily life and structures that shaped its communities.

Preserved by the Library of Congress, this photograph is part of a larger collection that emphasizes the importance of Southern architecture. It remains an important resource for understanding the regions historical context and architectural evolution.