Living history museum attempts to replicate the original settlement of the Plymouth Colony established in the 17th century by the Pilgrims
General Information
Hours:
Open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; hours may vary by season and special events, so confirm before visiting.
Fees:
General admission around $39 for adults, $34 for seniors, $28 for youth (5-17), and free for children under 5; special events and parking may cost extra. Prices are approximate and subject to change.
Pet Policy:
Leashed pets are allowed only in permitted outdoor areas; pets are not allowed in museum buildings or historic exhibits.
Closest cities with hotels:
Plymouth, MA
Seasons:
Open March through November, with limited winter programs and special events.
How to Get There
From downtown Plymouth, MA, take North Street toward the waterfront, then follow Brook Street and turn onto Pleasant Street. Plimoth Plantation is located just off Pleasant Street.
Overview
Plimoth Patuxet Museums (formerly Plimoth Plantation), founded in 1947 by Henry Hornblower II, is a living history museum on the Pilgrim settlement of Plymouth Colony. In the 1627 English Village, first-person interpreters dress and speak as colonists, cooking, planting, and blacksmithing, while modern-day interpreters answer questions.
Highlights
- 1627 English Village: role-playing Pilgrims at daily tasks
- Wampanoag Homesite: shows the culture of the Native people of the region
- Nye Barn and Craft Center: historic livestock breeds and crafters making objects for the village
- Mayflower II: docked near Plymouth Rock and run by the museum
- Visitor center: indoor exhibits, a cinema, and educational programs
This article uses material from the Wikipedia article "Plimoth Plantation", which is released under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share-Alike License 3.0
