Winston-Salem, NC Historic Offices from 1810 Photo

This vintage photograph, attributed to Frances Benjamin Johnston, captures a significant architectural site in Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, North Carolina. The image showcases the offices built in 1810 by the Board of Provincial Elders, reflecting the regions early Moravian heritage. This structure is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which aimed to document and preserve historical architecture across the South.

The photograph was published in Thomas Tileston Watermans The Early Architecture of North Carolina in 1941, highlighting its relevance in architectural history. It serves as an important visual record of the brickwork and doorways characteristic of early American buildings, providing insights into the craftsmanship and design of the period.

Frances Benjamin Johnstons work is noted for its meticulous documentation of historic sites, making this image an invaluable addition for those interested in North Carolinas architectural legacy. KNOWOLs historic images connect the rich stories and imagery of our past. A statement in any room, each is printed on museum-quality paper using a restored version of the original.