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About The Captain Captain Robert Bennet Forbes (1804 ~ 1889) was a member of the network of prominent families who helped shape maritime and trading history during the Golden Era of sailing ships. He and his Perkins uncles spearheaded the expansion of U.S trade with China, contributing to Boston's status as the second busiest port in America during the mid 1830's. Captain Forbes was a China Trade merchant, ship owner, designer, writer, and philanthropist of international stature. His portrait to the right (c.1830) is attributed to the studio of Lamqua, the leading painter working in the Western style in China. About the Museum The Forbes House Charitable Trust was established in 1984 to ensure the preservation of the house, collections, and grounds at 215 Adams Street. These treasures are interpreted through tours, lectures, programs, and special exhibitions and events. Hours & Admission Sunday Tours at 1, 2 and 3 p.m.  Thursday Tours at 12, 1 and 2 p.m. Adults $8, Seniors and full time students $5 and children under 12 Free. Note: Museum will be closed for the summer and will reopen for tours September 12, 2010. © 2007 Forbes House Museum, Milton, MA 02186 All Rights Reserved