1920s Well House in Buckingham County, VirginiaThis vintage photograph from Buckingham County, Virginia, captures a well house, a structure integral to rural life in the early 20th century. Well houses were designed to protect water sources while also providing a convenient space for household water access. This image contributes to a greater understanding of the architectural styles and domestic needs of the time. Taken by Frances Benjamin Johnston, a prominent photographer known for her

initiated in the 1930s

Constructed in 1801

The photograph showcases not only the house but also the historical context of Madison

a collection that documents significant architectural sites in the southeastern United States

reflecting the traditional Southern aesthetic

within Wake County

Johnstons work contributes to our understanding of early 19th-century American architecture and the unique characteristics of Savannahs urban environment

the Muscogee Manufacturing Co

contributing to the understanding of Southern architectural styles

This vintage photograph features a significant structure located in Columbus

part of the collection at the Library of Congress

reflecting the craftsmanship characteristic of this style