In 1768 Thomas inherited his father John’s iron plantation Pottsgrove, in Pottstown, PA, and held onto it until 1783, when he sold it. The subsequent 150 years or so brought a myriad of owners and uses of the property.

Pottstown, PA was originally named Pottsgrove in honor of its founder, John Potts

See more about the mansion house Pottstown Manor in his father John’s notes.