Historic Cottage in Clinton, LA - 1838 ArchitectureFrances Benjamin Johnston captured this vintage photograph in Clinton, East Feliciana Parish, Louisiana, showcasing a historic building dating back to 1838. This cottage, associated with the Stone family, reflects the architectural style of its time, featuring intricate ironwork, hand railings, and porches typical of southern homes. The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, a project aimed at documenting significant

reflecting its adaptive reuse over the years

reflecting the artistry and functional design of the time

when the town was shaped by its Connecticut River commerce

This historic image not only serves as a visual record of a specific location but also captures the essence of early 19th-century American architecture

spacious balconies

Kansas in 1880: see the history behind this piece in the KNOWOL library

offering insight into the regions architectural heritage

Johnston’s work provides valuable insights into the design and construction practices of the time

At this size of 24" x 36" - you can actually read all the landmarks

Rhode Island from 1877: see the history behind this piece in the KNOWOL library

on August 22

This vintage photograph captures a notable architectural work in New Orleans