Du Bose Heywards House, Charleston SC, 1953 Photo

This vintage photograph captures Du Bose Heywards house located in Charleston, South Carolina. Renowned for its architectural significance, this residence served as the creative space where Heyward wrote the celebrated play Porgy. The image showcases the intricate ironwork and elegant balconies typical of Charlestons historic buildings.

The photograph is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, highlighting the regions rich architectural heritage. This survey was a significant documentation effort that illustrated the unique styles and historical significance of Southern architecture in the early 20th century.

Taken by Frances Benjamin Johnston, a prominent photographer of the time, this image is dated 1953. It reflects both the craftsmanship of the era and the cultural importance of the site. Each historic image from KNOWOL connects 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.