Plymouth Bay Cultural District

Across the street and around the corner from Plymouth Rock, in the heart of this quaint village’s historic district, is the Mayflower Society House. The grounds host the historic eighteenth century dwelling built by Edward Winslow. Behind this stately mansion are the offices and library of the General Society of Mayflower Descendants. Read more about Mayflower Society House

Whether you choose a Lobster Excursion, Pirate Cruise, Ice Cream Sundae Cruise, Wine Cruise or Harbor Tour, be assured that the experience will always be unique, interesting, educational and fun. Spanning across all age levels, with a variety of options, cruises sail rain or shine and may be privately chartered. Located within walking distance to Plymouth Rock, Mayflower II (under repair-due ba Read more about Plymouth Cruises Aboard Lobster Tales

Tired of seeing the same old, trendy merchandise when you shop?  Then come see what this unique, artisanal waterfront boutique is all about!  The jewelry, apparel and home décor items are sure to excite you and connect with your unique style, because each has a story behind it.  Owner Joan Lyons, is continuously finding extraordinary merchandise guaranteed to express your personality.  Nothing Read more about 3 Daughters Jewelry, Apparel and Gifts

The Mill is a reconstruction of the original grist mill that once stood on the same site. In the 17th century, grist mills were very important because corn was the major crop for the early colonists. To be useful for baking, corn had to be ground into flour. Read more about The Plimoth Grist Mill

The Jabez Howland House is the only existing house in Plymouth where Pilgrims actually lived. The original 17th century two-story timber framed house consisted of the porch, hall and hall chamber. John Howland and his wife, Elizabeth Tilley Howland spent their winters here with their son Jabez and his family. Read more about The Jabez Howland House

Our Visitor Center Museum Shop is divided into three shops. The Main Shop offers a wide range of museum products that Plimoth Plantation offers. The Native Shop features traditional crafts made by Wampanoag and other local Native people. Our children's shop offers historic toys and games and educational items, as well as souvenirs. Read more about Plimoth Plantation Museum Shops

Mayflower is Plimoth Plantation’s full-size reproduction of the ship that carried the Pilgrims to Massachusetts in 1620. Currently in dry dock at Mystic Seaport's Henry B. duPont Preservation Shipyard, the historic wooden sailing vessel is undergoing a major refit expected to take approximately 30 months and is expected to return in 2020, for the 400th commemoration of the Pilgrims’ arrival. Plimoth Plantation is actively seeking funding to support Mayflower's preservation efforts and enable us to share the magnitude of her transatlantic voyage. Read more about Mayflower

Project Arts of Plymouth, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of the arts and is funded entirely through the generous sponsorships from local businesses, and the support of the community. Read more about Project Arts of Plymouth, Inc.

A must-stop along the historic path of the Pilgrims, Burial Hill is the site is one of their first forts and the burial place of William Bradford and other first settlers. Set high atop the hill, the Pilgrims placed their cannons facing the harbor for protection. On the first Saturday of each month (except January), the Plymouth Antiquarian Society invites you to explore one of Plymouth’s greatest historic treasures during a series of free themed discovery tours.  Encounter art, history, and culture in an open-air museum with local historians who share their expertise on a fascinating range of topics.  Read more about Burial Hill

Pilgrim Hall Museum, built in 1824, offers a chance to touch an authentic piece of Plymouth Rock! You can view actual 17th century Pilgrim possessions, including William Bradford’s Bible, Peregrine White’s cradle and Myles Standish’s sword. Enjoy a 15 minute film telling the dramatic story of the Mayflower Pilgrims, their voyage across the Atlantic and their courageous early years in Plymouth. Read more about Pilgrim Hall Museum

This small memorial, made of a bronze plaque mounted on a granite stone, marks the site of the once influential school where Alexander Scammell taught before the US Revolutionary War. Scammell was Colonel and Adjutant General when he was killed near Yorktown in 1781. The stone memorial is engraved with the commemoration of the site and serves as a reminder of both Colonel and General Scammell's work as a school teacher and of the great sacrifice he made when he died. Read more about Alexander Scammell Memorial

Located right in the center of Plymouth, The 1749 Court House is a museum filled with interesting items from Plymouth's history. It is the oldest wooden Court House and the longest used municipal building in America. The 1749 Court House was originally built for the joint use of the county and the Town of Plymouth. Open daily mid-June through mid-October. Read more about 1749 Court House and Museum

We offer walking tours of America's Hometown. With four hundred years of written history, we have plenty of fascinating stories to share with you. The Hometown Heroes tour is a 90 minute easy stroll around Downtown Plymouth. Along the way we talk about the early days of Plimouth Colony and discuss Plymouth's contributions to the Revolutionary War. Read more about Spirit of Plymouth Walking Tours