Newburg, MD: White House Motel, U. S. Route #301 -- 2 miles north of Potomac River BridgeThis vintage postcard welcomes you to the White House Motel along U. S. Route 301, just two miles north of the Potomac River Bridge in Newburg, Maryland. A roadside stop in rural Charles County, the scene captures the era when Route 301 served as a key northsouth corridor on the East Coast, carrying travelers toward and across the Potomac on their way between the Northeast and points south. From the 1930s through the 1940s, "linen" postcards were a

a city rich in Civil Rights history

The photograph not only represents an era of American history but also contributes to the understanding of architectural practices in Georgia

Florida in 1876

this photograph showcases the buildings architectural details

Lady Ann Sewall

painterly color to everyday scenes

this two-story frame house features a hipped roof with a distinctive pent and one-story wings connected by a graceful curved colonnade

Sitting on a peninsula where the South River meets the bay

which further emphasizes the buildings historical significance

reflecting the rich history of the area

The photograph is an important artifact

offers a glimpse into the architectural heritage of the region