Thomas Joy
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Thomas Joy | |
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| Born | 6 May 1610 Norfolk, England |
| Died | 21 October 1678 (aged 68) |
| Occupation | Architect |
| Spouse | Joan Gallop (m. 1637–1678; his death) |
| Buildings | First Town-House, Boston |
Thomas Joy (6 May 1610 – 21 October 1678) was an English carpenter known for his work in the American colonies in the 17th century. He built Boston's First Town-House, in conjunction with Bartholomew Bernad, which was completed in 1658.[1] Today's Old State House stands upon its former location.
Joy was born in 1610 in Norfolk, England. In the mid-1630s, he became the first member of his family to settle in the Thirteen Colonies.[2]
In 1642, he was permitted to "set up an howse over his sellar by the waterside, in the common way by his dwelling in the milfield." The home was on the southeasterly side of Boston's Copp's Hill. His home was one of 46 burned in a fire in 1676.[3]
Career
Although he was responsible for the construction of several buildings, Joy's most notable work was the First Town-House in Boston. It was completed in the spring of 1658.[4]