Plymouth
“Forever” Mayflower
By Matt Tormey On December 16, 1620, the tall ship Mayflower anchored in what is now known as Plymouth Harbor, having carried 102 passengers across the Atlantic Ocean from Plymouth, England. To commemorate the 400th anniversary of this pivotal event in American history, the United States Postal Service recently issued a special 55-cent Forever stamp. … Read more
Q+A With Gardening Expert Joshua Meyer
Director and Curator of Museum Gardens and Landscapes at Plimoth Patuxet Museums By Maria Allen Photography by Jack Foley Spring is a particularly busy time of year for the horticultural team at Plimoth Patuxet Museums in Plymouth, as preparations are made for the museum’s April opening and Annual Spring Heirloom Plant Sale. Heading up … Read more
Thanksgiving 400 – Learning the History Behind the Holiday at Plimoth Patuxet Museums
Learning the history behindthe holiday at Plimoth Patuxet Museums. By David Kindy Think you know about Thanksgiving? Think again. This fall, Plimoth Patuxet Museums will be commemorating the 400th anniversary of the First Thanksgiving with the launch of a new exhibit, “We Gather Together: Thanksgiving, Gratitude, and the Making of an American Holiday.” On display … Read more