Dedham

Among the communities of Massachusetts, Dedham stands out for Mother Brook, a 17th-century channel linking the Charles and Neponset river systems. Settled in 1635 and incorporated the following year, the town developed southwest of Boston around what is now Dedham Square. Mother Brook was dug in 1639 to carry water from the Charles River to the Neponset River, supporting mills and later industry. Another enduring landmark is the Fairbanks House, dating to 1637 and recognized as the oldest surviving timber-frame house in North America. Continue through nearby webcams to explore different parts of Dedham and greater Boston.

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