Located on East St., this house was built in 1636 and is one of the oldest wooden frame houses in North America. Inhabited by the Fairbanks family until the beginning of the 20th century, the house contains furniture, textiles and other objects that belonged to the family. Guided tours discuss life in New England during the first three centuries of European habitation. Tours are given Tuesday - Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 1pm-5pm in May through October.
Location:
511 East St., Dedham Massachusetts 02026
Telephone
781-326-1170
Other History nearby:
(Marblehead) Abbot Hall
(Weymouth) Abigail Adams Birthplace
(Boston) African Meeting House
(Duxbury) Alden House
(Worcester) American Antiquarian Society
(Lowell) American Textile History Museum
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02/21 Coming to The Dedham area
Hebron Maple Festival Hebron CT March16-17 Each year thousands of people come from miles around to enjoy and experience the weekend of maple related events.
Seacoast Home and Garden Show Durham NH March23-24 The 19th annual show features more than 225 exhibitors showcasing the latest products and services for your home.
7th Annual Great International Spring Beer Festival Providence RI April20 Your Beer Festival Admission Ticket will allow you UNLIMITED SAMPLING of more than 250 brewers, live music, food and MUCH MORE at the Rhode Island Convention Center.
New England Folk Festival Mansfield MA April19-21 A fabulous blend of dance, music, crafts, and food from many lands.
Connecticut Sheep, Wool and Fiber Festival Vernon CT April27 The festival, started in 1909 by the CT Sheep Breeders Association, as a program ""to promote the keeping of sheep in Connecticut"", has evolved and expanded into a premier sheep and fiber festival by providing exhibits, demonstrations and over 60 vendors from the sheep, wool and fiber arena.
Spring Plant Sale Westford NH April27 The Middlesex Conservation District will be holding its annual Spring Plant Sale at the 4H Fairgrounds.
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