No More Parties  by cindymc

No More Parties

This old hotel is only a few minutes from my house and I always thought it was an interesting place.....although I don't think there's been any "parties" there for quite awhile.

Here's a little history. It was built in 1841. During the cholera epidemic of 1848-1849 and outbreaks in the early 1850s, residents of Lexington came to the hotel to try to escape the spread of disease. After the American Civil War, tourist travel decreased because of the poor economy. F.S. Wilson purchased the hotel in 1868 and operated it as a boarding house through the end of the century. In the 20th century until the 1960s, Wilson family descendants used the structure as a general store and residence.

As I took this picture tonight I noticed there seemed to be some type of construction going on. Maybe they were tearing it down, but maybe someone will try and revive the old historic building.
Looks like it has seen better days! Nicely captured.
December 5th, 2012  
Wouldn't that be nice if someone brought it back to life!! Beautiful lighting, Cindy.
December 5th, 2012  
Cool. Like the building.
December 6th, 2012  
A grand old building!!
December 6th, 2012  
looks haunted Cindy
December 6th, 2012  
Looks like it's seen better days. I hope they restore it to its former glory.
December 6th, 2012  
I love this Cindy, For some strange reason it reminds me of the song "Hotel California" by The Eagles!.....I love the way you have captured that feeling of dereliction!
December 6th, 2012  
Great story and photo! How sad to see it falling apart.
December 6th, 2012  
Very interesting story behind your photograph, love the composition and contrast. It has character.
December 6th, 2012  
Wonderful capture!
December 6th, 2012  
What a find and such interesting history! Hopefully they are restoring the building and NOT tearing it down. Keep us posted. Fab shot!
December 6th, 2012  
It has such as rich history and faded style. I hope somebody rescues it!
December 6th, 2012  
Great capture & story!
December 7th, 2012  
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