Learn to play games the Pilgrims played, or learn popular dance and song of 17^th-century England!

These active hands-on Traveling Workshops focus on a lighter side of 17th-century English life. Each fun-filled program weaves historical background with plenty of hands-on exploration and activities. Workshops are led by non-costumed Museum teachers and require a large open area such as a gymnasium. Programs can be held outside, weather permitting, but please make sure to have a back-up indoor space reserved.

Interested in booking a program? Make an online reservation request. 

Music and Dance

Grades 3-12
The Music and Dance workshop provides the opportunity for students to explore two popular forms of 17th-century entertainment: singing and dancing. After talking about the role of music and dance in the lives of 17th-century English people in general, and the Pilgrims in particular, students learn popular songs from the time and perform a country dance. 

Games

Grades 2-12
Hard work was the norm for families in 17th-century England and New England, but children and adults also played games and sports. Students will learn about the role of play in a 17th-century child's life by participating in popular English pastimes such as nine-pins, hoop-rolling, and telling riddles. This workshop may be held outside, weather permitting. We require an indoor space to be reserved as a back-up for inclement weather.

Massachusetts History and Social Science Framework: 2.7, 2.8, 3.12.

Cost: $300 for one program, $375 for two programs, $100 for each additional program. Travel charges apply.

For more information, or to reserve a program, call us at (508) 746-1622 ext. 8359, email us at programservices@plimoth.org, or make an online reservation request.   

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