Here in Virginia, the colors of autumn are loudly speaking of the turning season. As I've shared so often, this is my time of year and I am grateful to live in this beautiful Blue Ridge backdrop where every day is magical. This morning I did a quick duck into the Ivy Creek Natural Area where River View Farm rests. River View Farm was built over several decades by the Carr family after Hugh Carr acquired the first 50+ acres in 1870. Hugh and his wife, Texi Mae Hawkins, grew the property to over 125 acres while raising their seven children there. The eldest Carr daughter, Mary Louise Carr, later married Conly Greer and both went on to flourish in the Albemarle County educational and agricultural extension systems. The Carr and Greer family names are well known in this area with schools named after both Carr and Greer. To read a bit more about this historic homestead and the Carr and Greer legacies, visit here and here. I was unable to get photos of the home today due to an event but the barn was wide open for me. For larger images, please click on each photograph.
River View Farm Barnmany doors adorn the front of the barnsmall door beneath barn windowdoor within a door
Thank you for taking a walk with me through these hallowed grounds. If you'd like to explore other doors from around the globe, please visit Dan of No Facilities, our Thursday Doors host. Until next time...🚪
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[…] am adding upon my recent post on doors from nearby River View Farm here in Albemarle County. River View Farm is historic as it represents a thriving farm owned by an […]
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Very interesting history. ..for me( An Aussie) just like a sort of’ Gone With the Wind’ movie. Would like to see the house.
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I plan to revisit for house photos. Thank you for reading me today, Cressida.
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Beautiful blue skies as a backdrop for a fascinating barn!
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What a lovely day to take this picturesque photos doors.
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Such a handsome building! I love the contrast with the blue sky.
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The lighting was gorgeous this morning! Thanks for visiting and commenting.
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That is a magnificent barn. I love the colors. It looks like it has been very well maintained. Thanks for taking us along.
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Much referbishing occurred once Ivy Creek Foundation and the Nature Conservancy took over the preservation. Thanks for the comments, Dan.
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Fab barn
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It truly is, and the house is rather special, too. I’ll drop by soon for new photos of it. Thanks for visiting me today, Sheree.
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Great
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