Historic St. Johns Church, Chuckatuck, VA, 1755 Photo

This vintage photograph captures a historic church located in Chuckatuck, Nansemond County, Virginia. Originally built in 1755, the structure stands on the site of an earlier church that had fallen into ruin. Known initially as St. Johns Church in 1845, it is noted for its unique law requiring that individuals receiving aid from the parish must have the name of the parish sewn onto their sleeves.

The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South and highlights the architectural features characteristic of colonial churches in Virginia, including its distinctive gables and doorways. The churchs design reflects the historical context of its time, providing insight into the early religious and social practices of the area.

Published in Henry Irving Brocks Colonial Churches in Virginia in 1930, this photograph serves as a valuable record of the regions architectural heritage.

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