Foster Family Home in Natchez, MS - Historic Photo 1790

This vintage photograph captures the historic home of the Foster family in Natchez, Mississippi, a notable example of early American architecture dating back to approximately 1790. The residence features distinctive bulls eye windows and elegant porches, showcasing the craftsmanship of the era. Once owned by Jose Vidal, the acting Governor of the Natchez Territory, the home reflects the regions rich historical narrative.

The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which aimed to document significant structures in the South. This specific photograph, identified by the surveys negative number 1029, is archived at the Library of Congress. The Carnegie Survey is renowned for its contribution to the preservation and understanding of Southern architectural heritage.

Frances Benjamin Johnston, a prominent photographer, captured this image, which offers a glimpse into the architectural styles and domestic life of 19th-century Mississippi. Each print is made on museum-quality paper, ensuring that the intricate details of this historic image are preserved for generations to come.

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