Kilmarnock Church, Lancaster County, VA, 1669 Historic Photo

This vintage photograph captures the historic Kilmarnock Church in Lancaster County, Virginia, built in 1669. This Colonial church is significant for being the only one in Virginia that retains its original furniture, including a high pulpit, communion table, and a beautifully carved font. The church was constructed by notable figure Robert King Carter, with his father, John Carter, buried near the chancel.

The architectural design includes a cruciform layout and a vaulted ceiling, showcasing unique features such as bulls eye windows and intricate brickwork. This image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, highlighting the significance of early American ecclesiastical structures.

Published in Colonial Churches in Virginia by Henry Irving Brock in 1930, this photograph serves as a valuable historical document. It connects viewers to the rich architectural heritage of Virginia and the early Colonial period.

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