Historic Moravian Church Building in Winston-Salem, NC 1810

This vintage photograph, taken by Frances Benjamin Johnston, captures a significant architectural site in Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, North Carolina. The image features a historic building associated with the Moravian Church, which has roots dating back to the early 1800s. The offices were erected in 1810 by the Board of Provincial Elders, showcasing the rich history of religious and educational development in the region.

Johnstons work is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, a collection that documents significant structures in the Southern United States. This specific photograph contributes to our understanding of the architectural style and community values of that era. The building’s brickwork and design reflect the early American influence on regional architecture.

Published in 1941 in Thomas Tileston Watermans The Early Architecture of North Carolina, this image serves as a valuable resource for historians and architecture enthusiasts alike.

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