In Search of Lizzie Borden with Dennis Binette

Join author Dennis Binette for a fascinating look beyond the Borden murders and trial to examine Lizzie’s life in the context of her home and society.A native of Fall River, Dennis Binette has been associated with the Fall River Historical Society (FRHS) for thirty-two years, having held the position of Assistant Curator until his retirement in 2020. He is a noted authority on the Borden case and has appeared in several television documentaries on the subject.Parallel Lives: A Social History of Lizzie A. Borden and Her Fall River by Michael Martins and Dennis A. Binette was hailed as “riveting” by Kirkus Reviews and listed as a “Best Book of 2012.” The authors had unprecedented access to newly discovered, previously unpublished materials. Students of history will enjoy this perspective on an infamous piece of our local past. This program is free and open to everyone. No registration is required. Funded by the Friends of the Library.