Alexander Faribault House
Alexander Faribault House, Historical house in Faribault, United States
The Alexander Faribault House is a Greek Revival structure in Faribault, Minnesota, with nine bedrooms and specialized rooms including a music room, parlor, sitting room, office, and kitchen. The layout reflects how a prosperous 19th-century family organized their daily living spaces.
Built in 1853, it was the first wooden frame house constructed in Rice County, Minnesota, marking a turning point in local building methods. This structure represented the adoption of new construction techniques in the region.
The residence served the community as a gathering place and polling station at different times in its history. Its various roles reflected how important this building was to local life and civic activities.
The house is located downtown on First Avenue in Faribault and is accessible by car or foot. Visitors should check on hours and access in advance, as not all rooms may be open for touring at all times.
Alexander Faribault was a fur trader who established his trading post where two rivers met before building this residence. He later donated land for schools and maintained peaceful relations with the Dakota people, shaping his influence on the area's early development.
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