Historic Church in Falls Church, Virginia, 1734-1865

This vintage photograph, attributed to Frances Benjamin Johnston, captures a significant structure located in Falls Church, Virginia. The building, constructed around 1734, showcases colonial architecture with its pediments, brickwork, and distinctive doorways. Notably, the church underwent enlargements in 1750 and was reconstructed in its current form between 1767 and 1769.

During the Civil War, this church served multiple purposes, including functioning as a hospital and later being repurposed by Federal troops as a stable. In 1865, it received repairs and restorations funded by the U.S. Government, ensuring its preservation for future generations.

This image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, highlighting the architectural heritage of Virginia. The photograph was published in Henry Irving Brocks Colonial Churches in Virginia, further solidifying its historical importance.

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