The Glebe: Historic Home in St. Marys County, MD (1953)

This vintage photograph captures a historic home known as The Glebe, located in St. Marys County, Maryland. Originally constructed as the residence of a colonial minister, this architectural piece reflects the regions rich religious and cultural history. The image features prominent elements such as chimneys and porches, which are characteristic of the periods design.

Frances Benjamin Johnston (1864-1952), a pioneering photographer, documented this site as part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South. Her work aimed to preserve the architectural heritage of the Southern United States, and this image contributes to that collection.

The photograph was acquired from the Frances Benjamin Johnston estate in 1953 and is housed in the Library of Congress, where it serves as a vital resource for understanding Marylands colonial architecture.

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