Vintage Gloucester County, VA Home - 20th Century Photo

This vintage photograph captures a residential facade in Gloucester County, Virginia, specifically in the vicinity of Glenns. The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which aimed to document the historical architecture across the southern United States.

Frances Benjamin Johnston, an influential photographer known for her work in documenting architecture and landscape, created this image. Her efforts contributed significantly to the preservation of historical imagery in the early 20th century. The photograph showcases the architectural style and craftsmanship of homes in this region during that era.

Acquired from Johnstons estate in 1953, this photo serves as an important visual record of Gloucester County’s architectural heritage. It is housed in the Prints and Photographs Division of the Library of Congress, where it continues to be a valuable resource for historians, researchers, and enthusiasts of American architecture.