This ornate column, beautiful even in its state of decline, graces the doorway of a lovely Old Town home. It is over 100 years old and will be replaced by a new column which replicates every detail. Homeowners of historic Old Town homes are bound by the Board of Architectural Review to maintain the integrity of the architectural style.
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A charming entry to an Old Town residence.
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Rowhouses in cheerful colors in Parker-Gray.
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Old Town’s secrets are guarded by beautiful doorways.
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Maybe I have an overactive imagination, but from this vantage point, the black window decorations look like bats with outstretched wings.
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