1757 Church in Stafford County, VA - Vintage Photograph 1930

This vintage photograph by Frances Benjamin Johnston captures the architectural significance of a church located in Stafford County, Virginia, near Fredericksburg. The building dates back to 1751, was destroyed by fire that same year, and subsequently rebuilt in 1757. The parish has roots extending before 1680, highlighting the areas historical connection to the Huguenots who settled in Stafford County following the revocation of the Edict of Nantes in 1685.

The image features intricate details of the church’s tympana, lintels, and doorways, showcasing the craftsmanship of colonial architecture. This photograph is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, a project aimed at documenting the historical buildings of the region.

Published in 1930 in Henry Irving Brocks Colonial Churches in Virginia, this work serves as a vital record of American history and architectural heritage.

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