St. Barnabas’s Parish: The Beebe’s Gift to Falmouth

The exhibit is a collaboration between Highfield Hall and St Barnabas’s Parish that examines how a vital place of worship and charitable community hub was built and traces its growth and the people involved over three centuries. Objects mined from the St. Barnabas and Highfield Hall archives, tells a story of community, fellowship, and artistry. Visitors to the exhibit will find architectural drawings and plans by notable 19th century designers, such as Henry Vaughan, 1845-1917, and Frederick Law Olmstead, 1822 – 1903, additionally a variety of media including photographs and correspondence.

St. Barnabas’s Parish was founded in 1888 by E. Pierson Beebe and his siblings in memory of their parents, James M. and Esther E. Beebe. The Beebe family’s vision and resources were pivotal, creating a landmark that remains central to Falmouth’s identity. Over time, these early efforts evolved into a broader mission of community service and openness, cementing Saint Barnabas as a vital part of Falmouth’s spiritual and social fabric.

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