Plimoth Patuxet Stories
Three Years, Three Wins, One Incredible Community
Plimoth Patuxet celebrates being named #1 “Best Open-Air Museum” in the United States by the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards as it looks forward to opening on Saturday, March 14, for the 2026 Season.
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A Living Ship, A Living Story
History caught the wind in Cape Cod Bay! Seeing MAYFLOWER II under sail is more than a majestic moment at sea. Discover how this living ship carries history forward — where past, present, and future meet under sail, connecting maritime history, hands-on learning, and the next generation of tall ship stewards.
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A Festive Celebration of Creativity, Community & Culture
This December, Plimoth Patuxet Museums welcomed hundreds of visitors to its third annual Winter Fine Arts & Craft Fair, a vibrant celebration of local artistry, cultural traditions, and seasonal community spirit. Over two delightful days — Saturday, December 6, and Sunday, December 7 — the Museum’s Hornblower Visitor Center and campus came alive with creativity, community, and holiday cheer.
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Three Years of Magic, the 2025 Magical Matinee
An afternoon of fun and festive delight was made possible through generous support from The Foundation for Creative Achievement.
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Bringing History to Life for Over 10,000 Young Learners
In 2025, The Children’s Fund enabled 10,159 students to experience history firsthand with Plimoth Patuxet Museums. Essential donor support helped these young learners explore the Museum's living history sites, interact with educators, and connect classroom lessons to real-world experiences, creating lasting academic and personal impact.
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The A-Maize-Ing Success of the Second Annual Grain Fest
Visitors to the Museum gathered on November 8 for the second annual Grain Fest, a lively celebration of local grain traditions, food, and community. The event featured hands-on milling demonstrations, family activities, and local vendors— all highlighting the journey of grain from farm to mill to table. Guests enjoyed delicious baked goods, craft brews, and the chance to connect with the region’s agricultural heritage while supporting the Museum’s educational mission.
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Explore the Mayflower Compact with New Interactive Game
Did you know the foundation of America’s government comes from a document written aboard the Mayflower? Plimoth Patuxet Museums has created You Are The Historian: Investigating the Mayflower Compact, an interactive game that teaches students the “Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How” of this historic document.
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