Historic Salem Building, Winston-Salem, NC, 1784

This vintage photograph by Frances Benjamin Johnston captures a historic building located in Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, North Carolina. Constructed in 1784 by the Moravian congregation of Salem, this structure is a testament to early American architecture. It holds significant historical value, having hosted President George Washington during his visit on May 31 and June 1, 1791.

The image showcases intricate brickwork and elegant trellises that reflect the design sensibilities of the period. This building, part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, illustrates the cultural and architectural heritage of North Carolina. The photograph was later published in Thomas Tileston Watermans The Early Architecture of North Carolina in 1941, further solidifying its importance in the study of American architectural history.

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