Phantom Photography

Maryland c1800/1825

Built in the first quarter of the 19th century, this homestead has had quite the history. Home to a single family throughout much of its history, the farm was commandeered by U.S. Major General William B. Franklin to serve as his headquarters during the Civil War. In the latter half of the twentieth century, the farm was the home of Mary, a nurse and Public Health Service officer who served in the Canal Zone in Panama. This home has been added onto at least three times since the original construction, the summer kitchen was eventually encompassed into the main rear portion of the house during one of these additions.

Many efforts are underway to turn this historical gem into a museum, which takes time. She may look sad today but her future is bright! I plan to follow her journey, I will be sharing updated photos in the coming months as work begins. Regardless of her outcome it is terribly sad to me that some believe it’s okay to vandalize this, or any property for that matter. Sadly a major push to protect this beauty from vandals has had to be set in place. Now loaded with cameras amongst other things, I can only hope she will be left alone.