Jacob Bayley

Historical marker location:

Newbury, Vermont

( Marker is at the intersection of Main Street (U.S. 5) and Chapel Street, on the right when traveling south on Main Street.)

Marker installed: 2012

Founder of Newbury and Revolutionary War General.

Vermont was once a leading producer of marble: In the 19th century, Vermont was one of the leading producers of marble in the United States. The state's marble quarries produced high-quality marble that was used in buildings across the country, including the U.S. Capitol building and the New York Public Library.