Thirst for Knowledge
At Plimoth Plantation, research is at the heart of everything we do. We constantly thirst for knowledge about the 17th-century and how it relates to the people and places of today. Learning, and sharing what we learn, is the basis of our work and what we strive to achieve through our exhibits and living history sites.
Whether it be the history of America's most favorite holiday, the challenges of provisioning a ship for transatlantic travel, or even the day to day, month to month and year to year cycles of food as they relate to the lunar year, Plimoth Plantation strives to present exhibits to enlighten, and bring about new understanding and appreciation of 17th-century history for visitors of all ages.
In addition to our major sites, The 1627 English Village, The Wampanoag Homesite, Mayflower II and The Crafts Center, Plimoth Plantation boasts three ongoing exhibits, which include: "Thanksgiving: Memory Myth & Meaning," at the Visitor Center; "13 Moons: A Seasonal Food Cycle," featured in the Crafts Center exhibit space and "Provisioning A Ship," located on the State Pier next to Mayflower II. We know you will find the information interesting and quite intriguing.
This year, we also have a special exhibit running from May 3rd to November 30th. "FlightPath: Plymouth Beach," a beautiful photography exhibit by renowned nature photographer Jim Fenton. Be sure to see it while it's here.
Features & Exhibits
WAMPANOAG HOMESITE
Experience a modern perspective on 17th-Century Wampanoag life.
MAYFLOWER II
She turns 50 this year and we're celebrating all season long!
1627 ENGLISH VILLAGE
New Plimoth as it was seven years after the arrival of the Mayflower.
CRAFTS CENTER
17th-Century Wampanoag and Colonial technology-- made live!
NYE BARN
Rare breed animals are an important part of the Plimoth experience.
GIFT SHOPS
Commemorate your visit with unique items from one of our many shops.
WAMPANOAG EDU. SITE
Hands on learning enriched in an authentic environment.
COLONIAL EDU. SITE
Experience first hand what it's like to live like a colonist.
EXHIBITS
Expanding and enlightening our understanding.
DINING
Themed dinners, events, and world class food make eating memories.
PLIMOTH CINEMA
The region's only art-house movies in a state of the art theater.
VISITOR CENTER
Theaters, exhibits, dining, gifts, members lounge, and much more.
QUESTIONS ABOUT VISITING
Prepare for your visit by getting the FAQs.
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