Nelson House, Yorktown VA, 1740 - Historic Architecture

This vintage photograph features the historic Nelson House, located in Yorktown, Virginia, which dates back to 1740-1741. The house was built by William Nelson, whose son Thomas Nelson Jr. was a prominent figure in American history, serving as a signer of the Declaration of Independence, a general during the Revolutionary War, and the Governor of Virginia.

The image captures the architectural details of the home, including its dormers, which are characteristic of colonial-era dwellings. The Nelson House is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, an important documentation of the regions architectural heritage. This historical image offers a glimpse into the early American colonial lifestyle and the significant figures connected to this noteworthy estate.

Acquired from the Frances Benjamin Johnston estate in 1953, this photograph is a valuable piece of history that connects viewers to the rich architectural and cultural narrative of Virginia. KNOWOLs historic images connect the rich stories and imagery of our past. A statement in any room, each is printed on museum-quality paper using a restored version of the original.