Dedham Tales

Walking Tours presented by Dedham Museum and Archive October 18 and 25

This jolly-looking fellow is Martin Bates. He was a prominent businessman and land owner who lived in Dedham from 1788-1869. At one time he owned the Norfolk House on Court Street, one of Dedham’s most popular taverns which still stands today.

This is the Bates family tomb in the Village Avenue Graveyard. On Saturday October 18 and October 25, Martin Bates will exit his tomb to great visitors as the Dedham Museum and Archive presents the first ever “Voices from the Graveyard” Walking Tour. Marty and six other “Dead-hamites” will be on hand to share stories of their lives (and deaths) in old Shiretown. This is a special seasonal event you don’t want to miss- but hurry, some time slots are already sold out and tickets are going fast. Visit the Museum website for more information and for tickets. I’ll be looking for you among the gravestones! https://www.dedhammuseum.org/programs-events/seasonal-walking-tours/

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