Trepagnier House, Norco LA, Early 20th Century Photo

This vintage photograph, taken by Frances Benjamin Johnston, features the Trepagnier House in Norco, St. Charles Parish, Louisiana. Captured during the early 20th century, the image provides a glimpse into the architectural style prevalent in this region. The house showcases distinct elements such as balconies and dormers, which are characteristic of Southern design.

The photograph also highlights daily life in Norco, with children playing and laundry hanging on clotheslines, reflecting the communitys domestic routines. The presence of stairways and outdoor spaces contributes to the understanding of residential living in this area during that era.

Part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, this image is housed within the Library of Congress collection. It serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the architectural and social history of Louisiana, revealing insights into the lives of its residents and the structures they inhabited.