Kilmarnock, VA Colonial Church Photo from 1930

This vintage photograph captures a significant historical site located in Kilmarnock, Lancaster County, Virginia. The structure depicted is the only Colonial church in the state still possessing its original furnishings, including a high pulpit, a communion table, and a beautifully carved font. Built in 1669 by Robert King Carter, the church features a cruciform design with a vaulted ceiling that enhances its architectural significance.

The image showcases distinctive elements such as bulls eye windows, intricately designed lintels, and decorative cornices. These features reflect the craftsmanship of the era and the cultural heritage of Colonial Virginia. Additionally, John Carter, Robert’s father, is buried near the chancel, adding to the churchs historical narrative.

This photograph is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which documents the regions architectural history. It was published in Henry Irving Brocks Colonial Churches in Virginia in 1930, highlighting its enduring importance.

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