Historic Home in Savannah, GA (1816-1819) - 1957 PhotoThis vintage photograph, created by Frances Benjamin Johnston, captures a historic structure in Savannah, Georgia, built between 1816 and 1819. Designed by architect William Jay for Richard Richardson, the home was acquired in 1830 by George T. Owens and has remained in the family, now serving as the residence of his granddaughter. This image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which aims to document the architectural

NH from 1883: see the history behind this piece in the KNOWOL library

emphasizing its historical significance

which documents significant architectural landmarks

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This photograph is part of the Frances Benjamin Johnston collection

and spacious porches

constructed between 1825 and 1832

purchased from the estate of Frances Benjamin Johnston

The Capitol has remained a central site in Alabamas political history

reflecting the architectural evolution in a city that played a crucial role in American history

The building dates back to 1810

It serves as a testament to the design and construction techniques of the time