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Fairfield House, Home of H.I.M Haile Selassie I, is opening for guided tours every Sunday. This hidden piece of Bath's history holds an amazing story, home to Emperor Haile Selassie I and the Ethiopian Royal family, during those difficult years of exile from Ethiopia from 1936 - 1941, when the Emperor was working tirelessly to liberate his country from fascism.
Discover stories about his court in exile, his prophetic speech to the League of Nations, his faith, his friendship with Sylvia Pankhurst, Empress Menen's role in educating young women and the young prince's time in Bath. So warm was the welcome from the people of Bath, that in gratitude he gifted the house to the Corporation of Bath for use by the elderly.
Today it is cared for and presented by its diverse communities, comprising the elders of Bath Ethnic Minority Senior Citizens Association, local people and both the Ethiopian and Rastafari community, as a cultural beacon and place of pilgrimage for those of the African diaspora and beyond. This is a unique opportunity to hear the history and understand the deep connection the Emperor made with the City of Bath. An uplifting and inspiring slice of Black History for our times.
After the tour, visitors will have time to enjoy the exhibitions and special features of the house and grounds, such as the new Kidane Meheret Prayer room, Sacred Garden, the HIM Haile Selassie I museum and more. An authentic vegan caribbean lunch is also available for visitors.
The tour lasts just over 60 minutes and we have two tours available each sunday at 12.00pm and 1.30 pm.
This is an event as part of Black History Month.
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