The Lizzie Borden Mystery

The Accused: the youngest daughter, Lizzie. On August 4, 1892, a horrible crime was committed at 92 Second Street in Fall River, Massachusetts. A wealthy businessman and his wife were found brutally murdered in their Victorian home in Fall River, Massachusetts. The Accused: the youngest daughter, Lizzie.

Andrew and Abby Borden

Lizzie and Emma Borden

Who was Lizzie Borden? Lizzie was 33 years old at the time of the murder and she lived at home with their father and stepmother. Lizzie was a Sunday school teacher and she was well-respected in her community. Lizzie did not like her stepmother.

Who is Emma Borden? Emma was Lizzie’s sister and she also lived with her father and stepmother. At the time of the murder, Emma was out-of-town visiting a friend.

Who is Bridget “Maggie” Sullivan? Maggie was the maid at the Borden house. At the time of the murders, Maggie claimed that she was resting in her upstairs bedroom because she had to wash the outside windows earlier that morning.

Andrew’s body was found downstairs on the couch, and Abby’s body was found in an upstairs bedroom.

Lizzie Borden took an axe And gave her mother forty whacks Lizzie Borden took an axe And gave her mother forty whacks. And when she saw what she had done, She gave her father forty-one.

Let’s see what you believe…