Step back in time with the Spring 2025 issue of A Primitive Place, where history and timeless design come alive. On the cover, we feature the well-preserved 1792 Colonial Federal of Joan Staufer in Catskill, New York. Listed on the National Registry, Joan’s home radiates a traditional feel with its New England-inspired palette of reds and blues, complemented by the warmth of early American antiques.
Inside, explore four additional homes steeped in history:
Steven Hall of New Bedford, Massachusetts: Rethink primitive style with Steven’s unique approach in his rental unit within an 1847 mansion, once home to Massachusetts’ first attorney general.
T.C. and Kim Waln of Longview, Texas: Their thoughtfully constructed Cape Cod-style home is a testament to historic authenticity, filled with 1600-1800s antiques.
Tom and Nancy Balfanz of Saint Cloud, Minnesota: Their reproduction Colonial saltbox is a rare sight in Minnesota, featuring historic elements like a stone wall and reclaimed barn beams.
Larry and Linda McVay of Cedar Rapids, Iowa: Larry and Linda are antique dealers with a passion for early American lighting, Scandinavian pieces, wooden business signs, and horse-themed decor.
This issue also includes fascinating articles on
• A military encampment inspired by Valley Forge.
• Tips for identifying “fakes” in the antique industry
• Collecting horse motifs, including hooked rugs, tavern signs, crocks, and rocking horses.
Discover these stories and so much more in the Spring 2025 issue of A Primitive Place!
