Vintage 1812 Architecture in New Bern, NC

This vintage photograph, captured by Frances Benjamin Johnston, showcases an architectural gem located in New Bern, Craven County, North Carolina. The building, completed in 1812, is a 2½-story brick structure, characterized by its side hall design, arched ceiling porch, and coupled columns. This image offers a glimpse into the early 19th-century architecture that shaped the region.

John H. Jones is associated with this notable building, which has been documented as part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South. The photograph is a valuable representation of the eras design elements, including intricate fireplaces, elegant mantels, and finely crafted seating furniture, all of which reflect the aesthetic sensibilities of the time.

Published in Thomas Tileston Watermans The Early Architecture of North Carolina in 1941, this image is part of a larger collection that aims to preserve and promote the rich architectural history of the South. 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.