Historic Moravian Church, Winston-Salem NC, 1800

This vintage photograph, created by Frances Benjamin Johnston, captures a historic Moravian church in Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, North Carolina, dating back to 1800. The image showcases the churchs prominent spires and steeples, surrounded by lush vines, reflecting the architectural style of the period. This structure is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, a significant collection documenting early American architecture.

Johnstons work is notable for its detailed representation of southern architecture and is recognized in Thomas Tileston Watermans publication, The Early Architecture of North Carolina. The photograph, part of the Library of Congress collection, emphasizes the cultural heritage of Winston-Salem and the Moravian community.

This historic image serves as a testament to the architectural beauty and historical significance of the region. Each print is produced on museum-quality paper, ensuring that these rich stories and imagery of our past remain vibrant and accessible.

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.