Black ThenJulee Panton: Owned One of the Oldest Homes in Pensacola, Florida

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Black ThenJulee Panton: Owned One of the Oldest Homes in Pensacola, Florida

Julee Panton was a free woman of color. She owned a cottage which she acquired for $300.00. She was known throughout her community as the woman who sold candles and pastries at the cottage. In June of 1809, Panton sold half of a 'lot' to Angelica, a free black woman, for $41.50. Panton sold the […]

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