Danville, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Japan Tobacco International
Photographed by C. Ryan Dodson, October 31, 2024
1. Japan Tobacco International Marker
The tobacco industry served as one of the foundations of commercial enterprise in Danville beginning in the 18th century. As tobacco production and trade flourished in the region, Danville grew in both population and prominence. Tobacco's influence extended to Danville's architecture, regional railroad layout, and the shape of the Dan River all in an effort to make the sale and transport of tobacco more efficient.
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In the Tobacco District, Union Street, Danville, Virginia
Erected 2014 by Japanese Tobacco International.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Industry & Commerce.
Location. 36° 35.302′ N, 79° 23.403′ W. Marker is in Danville, Virginia. It can be reached from the intersection of Main Street (Virginia Route 293) and Bridge Street, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 111 Main Street, Danville
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Regionally, this marker is in Southside Virginia and specifically in Central Virginia. It is also in the American South and specifically in the Upper South. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture, one of the original Thirteen Colonies, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The World's Best Tobacco Market (a few steps from this marker); Early Settlement of Danville (a few steps from this marker); Danville's Textile Industry (a few steps from this marker); The Dan River (within shouting distance of this marker); Wynne's Falls (within shouting distance of this marker); The Wreck of Old 97 (within shouting distance of this marker); Dan River Inc. Mills (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in
Photographed by C. Ryan Dodson, December 9, 2024
2. Japan Tobacco International Marker
Regarding Japan Tobacco International. This Marker is one of six historic markers installed within Main Street Plaza in 2014.
Photographed by C. Ryan Dodson, December 9, 2024
3. JTI Fountain
Photographed by C. Ryan Dodson, November 14, 2024
4. JTI Fountain
Photographed by C. Ryan Dodson, November 22, 2024
5. Tobacco Influence
The tobacco economy has greatly influenced the architecture of Danville, with former tobacco factories and warehouses dotting the River District.
Photographed by C. Ryan Dodson, December 17, 2024
6. Tobacco Warehouse Residential District
Many of Danville's tobacco factories and warehouses were built close to the Southern Railway Station, as can be seen in this photo. The concentration of these intact buildings has been designated as a historic district.
Credits. This page was last revised on April 30, 2026. It was originally submitted on December 28, 2024, by C. Ryan Dodson of Danville, Virginia. This page has been viewed 187 times since then and 22 times this year. Last updated on April 29, 2026, by C. Ryan Dodson of Danville, Virginia. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on December 28, 2024, by C. Ryan Dodson of Danville, Virginia. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
