Historic Building in Milldale, VA (1772) - Vintage Photo

This vintage photograph, created by Frances Benjamin Johnston, showcases a historic building located in Milldale, Warren County, Virginia. Constructed around 1772 by the Rev. Charles Wynn Thurston, an Episcopal minister and a colonel in the American Revolutionary War, the structure exemplifies early American architecture. The image captures notable architectural features, including elegant columns, arches, and grand stairways, reflecting the design aesthetics of the period.

The structure is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which aimed to document significant architectural works throughout the region. The survey is an invaluable resource for understanding the evolution of Southern architecture and its historical context. The buildings historical significance is further emphasized by its association with Mr. John B. Earle, who is connected to the property.

Frances Benjamin Johnstons work in documenting such sites contributes to our understanding of early American history and architecture. 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.