Historic Building in Wentworth, NC, 1820: A Vintage Photo

This vintage photograph captures a historic building located in Wentworth, Rockingham County, North Carolina, dating back to 1820. The structure is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which aimed to document significant architectural landmarks across the region. The building features distinct doorways and is surrounded by well-maintained shrubs, indicative of the periods attention to landscape aesthetics.

Frances Benjamin Johnston, a prominent photographer known for her work in documenting American architecture, created this image as part of her extensive inventory. It was later referenced in Thomas Tileston Watermans 1941 publication, The Early Architecture of North Carolina, highlighting its significance in the study of North Carolinas architectural history.

By preserving and sharing this photograph, we connect viewers with the rich architectural heritage of the South. Each print is produced on museum-quality paper, ensuring that this piece of history remains vibrant for generations to come.

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.