Preservation Society of Fall River acquires historic Pine Street home

FALL RIVER — The Preservation Society of Fall River announced it has acquired its first historic property — the Dr. Isaac Fiske House at 263 Pine St.

The Pine Street home was chosen by the Society because of its documented history as an Underground Railroad site, its listing on the National Register of Historic Places, and its location in Fall River’s Lower Highlands National Historic District.

The Society’s business model for the home continues its current use as a multi-family tenement and does not displace or evict any tenants. The long-term goal for the property is to fully preserve its exterior and highlight its history as part of the Underground Railroad.

The Society appreciates its support from the Community Preservation Committee for partial financing, Michael Lund/Borden Light Marina’s $5,000 donation earmarked to aid the acquisition, Bristol County Savings Bank Vice President of Commercial Lending Joan Medeiros, and Attorney Jeffrey Medeiros for his pro bono efforts.

It’s the Preservation Society of Fall River’s mission to promote the preservation of historically and architecturally significant properties and neighborhoods in Fall River.

The Preservation Society of Fall River is a 501c3 nonprofit corporation. Contributions can be made payable to The Preservation Society of Fall River P.O. Box 9221 Fall River, MA 02720.