ABC commissioned The Legend of Lizzie Borden (1975), a television film starring Elizabeth Montgomery as Lizzie Borden, Katherine Helmond as Emma Borden, and Fionnula Flanagan as Bridget Sullivan; …

Dec 19, 2025 · Lizzie Borden (born July 19, 1860, Fall River, Massachusetts, U.S.—died June 1, 1927, Fall River) was an American woman suspected of brutally murdering her stepmother and father in 1892.

May 3, 2024 · He taught New England history at the University of Southern Maine and has published several books on New England history, including Lizzie Borden on Trial: Murder, Ethnicity and Gender.

Apr 20, 2025 · Explore the infamous life of Lizzie Borden, death at 66, her trial for her parents' murder, and her later life struggles with relationships and society.

4 days ago · Step inside the infamous Lizzie Borden House for a Victorian-style afternoon tea hosted by Lizzie and Emma. Enjoy tea sandwiches and sweet treats while learning classic tea etiquette and the …

On the morning of August 4, 1892, Andrew Borden and his wife Abby were found dead in their home, both crushed by the blows of a hatchet, 11 and 19 times respectively. Andrew Borden’s 32-year-old …

Lizzie Borden, born July 19, 1860, was tried in court for the murder of her stepmother, Abby Borden, and father, Andrew Borden. Although she was acquitted, no other person was accused and she remains …

Jan 9, 2026 · A deep dive into the Lizzie Borden case explores why the axe murders remain unresolved, how folklore replaced evidence, and why America never stopped mistaking suspicion for proof.

Lizbeth, or Lizzie, remained upstairs in her bedroom, while Emma was away visiting relatives in a nearby town. The Bordens were well-known—economically, if not socially—in this prosperous mill town in …

Lizzie Borden was arrested August 11, 1892 in Fall River, Massachusetts. This guide provides access to material related to “Lizzie Borden” in the Chronicling America digital collection of historic newspapers.