Historic House in Yanceyville, NC - 1941 Photo

Frances Benjamin Johnston captured this vintage photograph of a historic house in Yanceyville, Caswell County, North Carolina. The residence, originally owned by James Williamson—brother of Hugh Williamson, a signer of the U.S. Constitution—features architectural elements that reflect its long history. The oldest part of the house dates back to pre-Revolutionary times, while the new section was added around 1800. Notable features include a classic portico added in 1830, showcasing the architectural styles of its era.

This image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, providing valuable insight into the regions historic structures. The photograph was published in Thomas Tileston Watermans The Early Architecture of North Carolina in 1941, further solidifying its significance in architectural history.

Johnstons work remains a crucial resource for understanding the architectural evolution in North Carolina and is preserved in the Library of Congress, where it contributes to the study of Southern architecture.