Baxter House, South Mills, NC, 19th Century Architecture

This vintage photograph features the Baxter House, a Regency-style residence located in South Mills, Pasquotank County, North Carolina. Captured by Frances Benjamin Johnston, a prominent photographer known for her documentation of Southern architecture, this image showcases the distinctive architectural elements characteristic of the era. The house is notable for its elegant hand railings and thoughtfully designed stairways, reflecting the design sensibilities of the late 19th century.

The photograph is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which aimed to record significant structures across the Southern United States. This survey played a vital role in preserving the architectural heritage of the region. The Baxter House was later referenced in Thomas Tileston Watermans book, The Early Architecture of North Carolina, published in 1941, highlighting its importance in the study of historical architecture.

Frances Benjamin Johnstons work remains a valuable resource for understanding the architectural and cultural landscape of the South during her lifetime. 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.