The Catasaqua Residential Historic District reflects the affluence and prosperity that the anthracite iron industry brought to Catasauqua. Once surrounded by workers’ housing, much of the district was at one time owned by the town’s best known iron baron, David Thomas, who, along with a few other prominent businessmen made his home there. In the late 19th century Thomas’ extensive holdings were sold for development and the district became the area where the town’s new upper class located - including D.G.Dery, a silk mill operator. Though the industrial concerns that brought prominence to the area are gone, the district continues to reflect the wealth that was once part of Catasauqua.
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