Saras Creek House, Bena, Gloucester County, VA, 20th Century

This vintage photograph, created by Frances Benjamin Johnston, features Saras Creek House, located in Bena Vic, Gloucester County, Virginia. The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which documents significant structures in the region. The photograph captures intricate woodwork and a prominent staircase, illustrating the craftsmanship characteristic of early 20th-century American architecture.

Saras Creek House serves as a historical example of domestic architecture in Virginia. Built during a time when attention to detail in home design was paramount, the photograph highlights the aesthetic values of the era. The craftsmanship evident in the stairway and woodwork reflects the quality of materials and construction methods used in that period.

This image, dated to the early 20th century, was acquired from the Frances Benjamin Johnston estate in 1953. It is preserved in the Library of Congress, ensuring that the architectural heritage of Gloucester County remains accessible to future generations.