Thank You for Joining us at the 2024 National Fairbanks Reunion…

Another fabulous National Fairbanks Reunion is in the books, and it was just as special as the 121 reunions that have come before it. Nearly 100 of us gathered under umbrellas and raincoats to support and celebrate the oldest frame house in North America. Despite the weather, everyone appeared to thoroughly enjoy the festivities. Enjoy some photos of the day’s events. If you were there…thank you for joining us and supporting our mission to keep the house open to everyone who wishes to experience a part of history. If you couldn’t join us, please consider coming next year, July 12, 2025

2025 reunion events: Friday, July 11 & Saturday, July 12, 2024
at the Old Homestead, Dedham, Massachusetts

All are welcome – family and friends! If you need more information, please contact us at homestead@fairbankshouse.org 

Save the Date for Our Annual National Fairbanks Reunion…

123rd National Fairbanks Reunion
Friday, July 11 & Saturday, July 12, 2025
at the Old Homestead, Dedham, Massachusetts

All are welcome – family and friends! If you need more information, please contact us at homestead@fairbankshouse.org 


Here’s what the 2024 Reunion Agenda Looked Like:

July 12, 2024: Tours and Reception

Daytime:

Evening:

  • Reception on the Porch at 6:00pm – $5pp
  • Casual tours around Old Homestead and 1912 Sears Kit House
  • Meet the Board Members, staff and others in a casual setting
  • Wine, non-alcoholic beverages, cheese, and light hors d’oeuvres

July 13, 2024: Reunion/Annual Meeting: fees vary

Registration begins at 9:00AM:

  • Coffee and pastries available on the porch
  • Old Homestead Open House.  Docents available for questions
  • Tour outside of 1912 Sears Kit House with lecture
  • Gift Shop open
  • Pictures with National Fairbanks Reunion Banner (bring your own camera)
  • Pictures of Lineal Family Groups
  • Annual Meeting, Lunch and Guest Speaker – next door at the American Legion Hall
  • Ice Cream and cookies dessert – on the lawn and porch
  • Guest Speaker – Stuart Christie: The Lore and Legends of the Fairbanks Family

Stuart Christie has been a docent at the Fairbanks House for many years.  He is on the Board of Dedham Historical Society and Museum, a committee for the Fairbanks Board and has led tours on 17th Century Puritan History in Boston for the Partnership of Historical Bostons. Stuart has been seen on television and in magazines representing the Fairbanks House and was the host of the Fairbanks House Virtual Tour.

The Fairbanks House has been the ancestral home of many military heroes, artists, actors, sports greats, a Vice-President, suffragists, equality and ethnic activists, inventors, scientists, physicians, etc. Stuart will present a few of the earlier famous and infamous people who were descendants of the Fairbanks Family. He will bring to light little considered attributions of these Fairbank(s) and descendants by other surnames. Mr. Christie will explore some of the little-known family lore about the House and will discuss whether they remain lore or have been proven myths.

Ticket prices include all activities, lunch, dessert, beverages and free parking
Adults (FFA member) ~ $35 / $50 July 1st & after

Adults (non-member) – $45 / $50 July 1st & after

Children 6 to 16 ~ $20 / $25 July 1 & after

Children 5 and under are FREE

Friday evening reception: Add $5 pp

Hotels in Dedham MA

Holiday Inn
Address: 55 Ariadne Rd, Dedham, MA 02026
Phone: (781) 329-1000

Hilton Boston/Dedham
Address: 25 Allied Dr, Dedham, MA 02026
Phone: (781) 329-7900

Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Dedham
Address: 259 Elm St, Dedham, MA 02026
Phone: (781) 407-0999