Vintage House in St. Marys City, Maryland - 17th Century

This vintage photograph, attributed to Frances Benjamin Johnston, captures an early house located in St. Marys City, Maryland. The structure features distinctive twin chimneys, characteristic of the architectural style of the era. Although not an authentic manor house, it is named after St. Inigoes Manor, which historically occupied the site. The kitchen was once a separate building, highlighting the unique layout of homes from this period.

St. Marys City is notable for its rich history as one of the first settlements in Maryland, established in the 17th century. The Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, of which this photograph is a part, aimed to document the diverse architectural heritage of the region. This image serves as a valuable resource for understanding the domestic architecture and lifestyle of early Maryland settlers.

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