Italianate architecture emerged in the early 19th century as part of the larger Picturesque movement, which sought to break away from the more rigid, classical styles…
Greek Revival is an architectural style that emerged across Europe and the United States in the early 19th…
If you’ve noticed, typically in the south, porch ceilings of older homes will be painted a blue or…
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History of the Sunshine Cottage. Chaney House, Circa 1890 in Danville, Virginia.
January 16, 2020Why did I choose the Chaney House? I think a better question is why did the Sunshine Cottage…
Written by Bill Harris Today it’s hard to imagine that places like Warrenton, Williamsboro and Townsville were once…
Written by Bill Harris In 1860 North Carolina’s population included 30,463 free blacks out of a total population…
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The Amos Armsby House, Circa 1812, not 1785. Finally some history! Paris Hill, Maine.
October 11, 2019I have posted this house many times over the past couple of years. It is such an intriguing…
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Dunnington Mansion: Family Pictures!
August 30, 2019Oh boy! One great thing about having a large following on social media is that I hear from…
ABANDONED Written by Mandie Robertson Two wheels. No predetermined destination Just the freedom of the road. Red lights,…
I was fortunate several years ago to tour this home, Airlie. At the time it was on the…