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Myths & Legends of the Fairbanks

with Stuart Christie, Senior Docent

First, we’ll take a look at the family myths that have spread over the years, since 1904 when the Fairbanks House first opened as a museum.

Then we'll discuss some of the remarkable descendants, who have made an impact not only on the family, but on the larger world.

For adults. Registration required. Please email Brittany at btuttle.ddm@minlib.net with questions. 

About Stuart Christie:

Stuart has been a Dedham resident for over 46 years and a docent at the Fairbanks House for the past 12 years. Additionally, he served on the Board of the Dedham Museum & Archive and led tours on the 17th century Puritan history in Boston for the Partnership of Historic Bostons. Several years ago, Stuart transcribed Civil War era letters that were published through the Dedham Museum for a book titled My Dear Mother: Civil War Letters to Dedham from the Lathrop Brothers. Stuart and his wife currently divide their time between their homes in Dedham and Martha's Vineyard.

About The Fairbanks House Museum:

The Fairbanks House in Dedham, MA is the oldest known timber frame house still standing in North America. Built circa 1637 for Jonathan and Grace Fairbanks and their six children, it was home to eight generations of the Fairbanks family over the course of 269 years. The Fairbanks House is now a historic house museum and on the National Register of Historic Places. Visit the Fairbanks House at at 511 East Street, Dedham, Massachusetts, at the corner of East Street and Eastern Avenue. Contact the Fairbanks House at homestead@fairbankshouse.org or connect on Facebook or Instagram. 

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