The Bontura Wood Print

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Bontura House was built in 1851 by a free African American businessman, Robert D. Smith. This was both his home and the location of his livery business between 1851 and 1858.

This beautiful example of Greek Revival architecture is a typical Creole style home with lacy iron work and brick arches.

It is located in Natchez, Mississippi, and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.

Copyright 2019 Susan Rissi Tregoning

I'm a travel photographer that enjoys photographing United States architecture, nature, and transportation. As the 8th photographer in 4 generations of my family, I don't remember a time when photography was not part of my life. By the time I was five years old, I was standing on a stool in the darkroom, helping my dad develop pictures. It was my job to transfer the photos from the hypo to the water bath. I went to college for interior design. After I graduated, I had a long successful career as an art buyer and designer for a large home furnishings company. In 2006, I had a significant life change. My husband became a medical traveler, and I decided to put my career on hold to tag along. In the process, I found my roots again. What...