Programs for Homeschools

Did you know that the Pilgrims taught their children reading and writing at home? Did you know that the Wampanoag used the natural world as an outdoor classroom where they could teach life skills? The Museum is an ideal place to let your children explore the past by being curious, interacting with Museum staff, and trying new things.  

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Homeschool Days 2013

Friday, April 12 and Saturday, September 28

Every day is a great day for homeschooling families to visit Plimoth Plantation, but we set aside two days a year that we fill with activities designed just for those who are homeschooling. Visit on these days and your homeschooling family will receive reduced-priced tickets.

The Heritage Pass, which includes Plimoth Plantation, Mayflower II and the Plimoth Grist Mill, will cost $24.50 for each adult (normally $35.00), and $15.00 for each child age 6 though 17 (normally $21.00). The Combination Ticket, which includes Plimoth Plantation and Mayflower II, will cost $21 for each adult (normally $29.50) and $13.00 for each child age 6 though 17 (normally $19.00). Children 5 and under are admitted free.

Enjoy our Museum’s living history sites and special hands-on activities and classes all day long.  In addition, homeschool families receive a free packet of information, a 10% discount on educational materials in Plimoth Plantation's Museum Shops, and special discounted museum memberships. 

No need to register for Homeschool Day. Just show up!

Schedule of Activities

Saturday, September 28

10:30 a.m. ~ Make a Wampanoag doll from corn husks (materials fee)

11:00 a.m. ~ Make a Pilgrim fishing reel (materials fee)

12:00 p.m. ~ Pot a native plant to harvest in the spring! (free with admission)

1:00 p.m. ~ Learning with Hornbooks (and make your own!) (free with admission)

2:00 p.m. ~ The Pilgrims and the Bible (free with admission)

3:00 p.m. ~ Play a Colonial Board Game (an in-depth look at the rules and strategies of the game) (free with admission)   

Programs for Homeschoolers

Field Trips

Opportunities for learning and discovery abound at Plimoth Plantation’s living history sites. Come on your own, or as a group. Groups of 15 or more who reserve in advance receive a group discount. Visit our Field Trip Page to learn more.  

Hands-On Workshops

Bring a group of friends and arrange for a special Wampanoag or Pilgrim hands-on activity. Find out about our Hands-on Workshops here.

Overnights at Plimoth Plantation

What better way to experience the past than to sleep at the Museum? Get a group together and get ready for an evening of authentic foods, activities, and a chance to sleep on the floor! Our Wampanoag and Colonial themed overnights are a great way to have an in-depth experience of the Museum.

If you’re looking for more adventure, bring your family groups for a Historic Family Overnight where you’ll dress, eat and sleep in Colonial houses, just as the Pilgrims did! .

We Can Visit You!

Can’t make it to us? We’ll bring the past to you. Invite a Colonial role player or a Native museum teacher to your homeschooling group. Learn more at We Can Visit You. 

For more information, call (508) 503-2653 or email groupsales@plimoth.org.

Resources

Just for Kids
Interactive Thanksgiving Activity: You are the Historian
Plimoth and Patuxet Ancestors
Collections and Archaeology at Plimoth Plantation