Barbour House in Port Tobacco, MD - Mid 20th Century

This vintage photograph, captured by Frances Benjamin Johnston, showcases the architectural heritage of Port Tobacco, Maryland, specifically highlighting the Henry Hawkins Barbour house. The image reveals characteristic features of the region, such as gambrel roofs, prominent chimneys, and rustic fences that mark the landscape of this historic area in Charles County.

The Barbour house is a significant example of early American architecture, reflecting the local building styles of its time. Port Tobacco, once a bustling colonial port and the county seat, played an important role in Marylands early settlement and development. This photograph contributes to the documentation of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, emphasizing the need to preserve such historic structures.

Captured in the mid-20th century, this image serves as a window into the past, inviting viewers to explore the rich architectural narrative of Maryland. 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.