Milton in Caswell County, North Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
Thomas Day
ca. 1801-1861
Photographed By Amy Wilson, December 23, 2008
1. Thomas Day Marker
Free black cabinetmaker in Milton, 1824-1861. Home and shop located here in the old Union Tavern, 1848-1858.Erected 1999 by Division of Archives and History. (Marker Number G-93.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Industry & Commerce. In addition, it is included in the North Carolina Division of Archives and History series list.
Location. 36° 32.325′ N, 79° 12.374′ W. Marker is in Milton, North Carolina, in Caswell County. Marker is at the intersection of Broad Street (State Highway 57) and Town Hall Road on Broad Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Milton NC 27305, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Milton General Store (a few steps from this marker); Milton Batteaux, Boatmen, Hogsheads and Coopers (within shouting distance of this marker); Milton State Bank (within shouting distance of this marker); Friou-Hurdle House (within shouting distance of this marker); Thomas House
Photographed By Amy Wilson, December 23, 2008
2. Thomas Day Marker
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Also see . . . Thomas Day Biographical Sketch. (Submitted on May 3, 2009, by Caswell County Historical Association of Yanceyville, North Carolina.)
Photographed By Amy Wilson, December 23, 2008
3. Thomas Day Marker
The building in the background appears to be in the process of restoration.
Credits. This page was last revised on July 6, 2022. It was originally submitted on December 24, 2008, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia. This page has been viewed 1,475 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on December 24, 2008, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia. 2, 3. submitted on December 25, 2008, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia.
