1810 Moravian Offices in Winston-Salem, NC - Historic Image

This vintage photograph by Frances Benjamin Johnston captures a significant architectural feature in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, a city known for its rich Moravian heritage. The image focuses on the offices built in 1810 by the Board of Provincial Elders, showcasing the historical significance of the Moravian Church in the region. The photograph is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which aimed to document the architectural history of the American South.

Formally published in Thomas Tileston Watermans The Early Architecture of North Carolina in 1941, this image represents the blend of cultural and architectural history that defines Winston-Salem. The Moravian Churchs influence is evident in the design and purpose of the building, highlighting the communitys commitment to education and faith.

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