Vintage Guest House in Louisburg, NC - Early 20th Century

This vintage photograph captures a roadside guest house located in the vicinity of Louisburg, Franklin County, North Carolina. The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which aimed to document the regions architectural heritage. The guest house, notable for its wooden structure and surrounding trees, reflects the local building styles of the early 20th century.

The photograph was taken by Frances Benjamin Johnston, an influential photographer known for her work in documenting American architecture and culture. This particular image was published in Thomas Tileston Watermans The Early Architecture of North Carolina, highlighting its significance in the study of southern architecture.

Acquired from the Frances Benjamin Johnston estate in 1953, this photograph represents an important visual resource for understanding the historical context of guest houses in North Carolina. It provides a glimpse into the architectural styles and rural landscapes of the time.