Wilmington NC Architecture History Photographs 1953

This vintage photograph captures the architectural elegance of Wilmington, North Carolina, within New Hanover County. Created by Frances Benjamin Johnston, a prominent American photographer known for her documentation of Southern architecture, the image showcases distinctive features such as fanlights, porticoes, and sidelights that characterize the regions historic homes.

The photograph is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, a comprehensive project aimed at documenting significant architectural structures across the Southern United States. The survey highlights the unique design elements and landscaping found in Wilmington, reflecting the areas rich historical narrative.

Acquired from the Frances Benjamin Johnston estate in 1953, this image serves as a visual record of the architectural styles that shaped Wilmingtons cultural landscape. It is an essential piece for anyone interested in the history of Southern architecture and the stories embedded within these structures.

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.