[SUBMITTED PHOTO]Keys are a part of everyday life and have changed drastically over the years. Today, smart devices can lock doors remotely. However, in the 1800s these two keys were used to lock the basement doors of “Wiloma” and are in the Botetourt County Museum. This home is located along the Catawba Creek outside Fincastle. The original land grant was given to Benjamin Bordon in 1739. His daughter, Lydia Bordon Peck, lived on this land with her husband, Jacob Peck. In 1843, 110 acres were transferred to Morgan Utz, who was a prominent merchant and leading citizen in Fincastle. His wife was the former Mary Lavinia James. Mr. Utz built “Wiloma” in 1848. At the time of its completion the structure was distinctly stylish, combining the popular “I” house with Greek Revival detailing. It is a well-preserved two-story brick home on the Virginia and National Historic Register of Historic Places.
