Mission Atocuimi Ruins, New Smyrna, Florida, 20th Century

This vintage photograph by Frances Benjamin Johnston features the ruins of the Mission Atocuimi de Jororo, located in New Smyrna, Volusia County, Florida. This site is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which aimed to document historical architecture in the Southern United States.

The image captures the remnants of the mission, showcasing its distinctive chimneys and the surrounding landscape, providing a glimpse into the architectural history of the region. The photograph serves as a valuable record of early American structures and their significance to the cultural heritage of Florida.

Taken in the early 20th century, this image exemplifies Johnstons commitment to preserving the history of architecture in the South. It is a remarkable addition for collectors and historians interested in the architectural past of Florida and the broader Southern narrative.

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