1935 Hickory Hill, Ashland, VA: Charming Historic Home

This photograph captures Hickory Hill in Ashland, Hanover County, Virginia, as it appeared in 1935. Taken by Frances Benjamin Johnston, the image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which documents significant Southern structures. The original house on this site was built in 1820 and served as a hospital during the Civil War. After a fire in 1875, it was rebuilt the same year under the name of Col. Henry Taylor Wickham.

The property is recognized for its landscaped gardens, which are integral to its historic architectural context. Today, Hickory Hill remains a notable example of local history, reflecting the architectural trends and cultural significance of its time. The photograph is cataloged in the Library of Congress, ensuring its preservation as part of America’s architectural heritage.

A statement in any room, each reproduction is printed on museum-quality paper using a restored version of the original. Restored and printed in the United States.