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Monday, March 12, 2012

Creative Exchange Monday


This is from my favorite walking spot at Greenfield. The more I try to find the historic significance of this little house, the more confused I become. This is all part of the Preston Plantation and I "thought" this house was the Bowyer/Holladay house but I do believe that house was the big brick house that was demolished in the mid 1900's. I "think" this building may be the Dower kitchen...perhaps....still unclear. The thing that bothers me is this is such a wonderful place with these great old historic buildings still standing, the slave cabins, the original kitchen and then this structure...only 3 structures left, why can't whoever is in charge of the restoration efforts (which are supposedly happening) put a little more info out there about the buildings instead of keeping me guessing!

So anyway, I have concluded that this is an old kitchen, possibly belonging to the Bowyer/Holladay house....if anyone has more info, please feel free to fill me in!



Here are a couple of links for further reading:
Site Inventory

Efforts to construct a monument for Col. Preston

I am linking up with The Creative Exchange this week :)
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27 comments:

  1. genieMarch 12, 2012 at 5:31 AM

    This shop turned out so well. I have lots of places here in the county I would like to know more about. It is 5:30, and I have gotta get my act in order. I think winter is over. Take care....genie

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  2. NancyMarch 12, 2012 at 5:48 AM

    Always like how you include some history with your posts, Tanya. Great shot. :)

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  3. AnonymousMarch 12, 2012 at 5:56 AM

    I had never heard of the creative exchange. I guess that's how far out of date I am. I have heard of kitchens being in separate buildings. Some of the great mansions, like the Biltmore House in North Carolina, have kitchens separate from the main house. I think because of the heat and danger of fire.

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  4. CountryDewMarch 12, 2012 at 6:30 AM

    The county is in charge of Greenfield and the buildings. I suggest you contact your supervisor and the county administration if you want more information and more preservation. It is not a high priority with them and won't be until more citizens tell them it should be.

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  5. Karen @ Pieces of ContentmentMarch 12, 2012 at 6:52 AM

    Sounds mysterious and confusing. You have captured a sense of mystery with your photo too.

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  6. Jim KlenkeMarch 12, 2012 at 7:26 AM

    The link is neat, lots of history at that plantation. That place was big.

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  7. AnonymousMarch 12, 2012 at 8:04 AM

    Yes... from what I have gathered in my online sleuthing regarding Greenfield, this building in your photo is the kitchen that stood behind the Dower house. The Dower house was the 'brick' house and it was demolished around 1975. I'm going to e-mail you some old photos and info I found online. Your photo is wonderful by the way!

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  8. ZinniaMarch 12, 2012 at 8:42 AM

    Exciting selection of motivations. It arouses interest. Light game contributes to the image life and deep. I wish you a great week! Zinnia

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  9. HalcyonMarch 12, 2012 at 9:32 AM

    A really lovely shot. I like the old-timey look of it.

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  10. TexWisGirlMarch 12, 2012 at 10:17 AM

    i like the weathered siding.

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  11. Chrissy BrandMarch 12, 2012 at 10:28 AM

    Love that doorway and the light!

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  12. annalarssonphotographyMarch 12, 2012 at 10:48 AM

    Beautiful!
    I would love to explore this house :)

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  13. donMarch 12, 2012 at 11:10 AM

    I like your explanation and the mystery of what house this actually is. Fine shot of it too.

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  14. LeoviMarch 12, 2012 at 11:43 AM

    I love the light in this photo. Greetings.

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  15. Hilda R.BMarch 12, 2012 at 12:19 PM

    Lovely light in the photo. Great work!
    Have a nice week.
    Greetings from Hilda

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  16. UnknownMarch 12, 2012 at 12:49 PM

    love the tones and reflection

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  17. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiMarch 12, 2012 at 1:44 PM

    It looks like an itneresting house, Tanya. I hope you get a chance to go inside one day and learn more about it.

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  18. Candy C.March 12, 2012 at 3:52 PM

    Great picture of this historic old building! It is fun to try to learn the history of an area but sometimes frustrating as well.

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  19. Lisa GordonMarch 12, 2012 at 5:00 PM

    Whatever it might be, it sure makes for a wonderful photograph Tanya!
    Love old buildings, and this is a beauty!

    Thank you so very much for being a part of The Creative Exchange.

    Have a wonderful evening, and I will surely still see you here!

    lisa.

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  20. barbara l. haleMarch 12, 2012 at 5:31 PM

    Terrific shot no matter if it's the right house or not.

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  21. Tatjana ParkachevaMarch 12, 2012 at 6:08 PM

    I like the composition and colors tones in this photo.

    Regards and best wishes

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  22. Regina KMarch 12, 2012 at 9:15 PM

    Your information reminded me of a novel I recently read The Kitchen House by Kathleen Grishom. This photo is s just fabulous, well captured!

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  23. MichaeleMarch 12, 2012 at 9:20 PM

    This really, really makes me want to find out what's behind the door : ) I like the sword of sunlight in the photo.

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  24. GeorgeMarch 12, 2012 at 10:17 PM

    I think they keep you guessing because you are a good detective. I'm certainly not going to say you're wrong about the identity of this old building.

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  25. RandyMarch 12, 2012 at 10:34 PM

    It has a homey feel to it.

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  26. Claire JustineMarch 13, 2012 at 3:02 AM

    Lovely shot...

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  27. NatureFootstepMarch 13, 2012 at 5:23 AM

    I love the faded colors. You captured it well. :)

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