Wilmington NC Colonial Landmark Photo 1771

This vintage photograph captures a significant architectural landmark located in Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina. Built in 1771, this structure serves as the headquarters for the North Carolina Society of Colonial Dames of America. The building reflects the early colonial architectural style, featuring prominent elements such as balconies, columns, and fanlights that are emblematic of the period.

Frances Benjamin Johnston, an influential photographer known for her work documenting American architecture, produced this image as part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South. The photograph is indexed under the reference print in the Library of Congress, which highlights its historical importance.

Published in Thomas Tileston Watermans The Early Architecture of North Carolina in 1941, this photograph is a valuable resource for those interested in the architectural heritage of North Carolina and the colonial period.

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