Community
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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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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2025 Indigenous Peoples' Day
On Saturday, October 11, the Museum hosted a special Indigenous Peoples’ Day event on the Historic Patuxet Homesite, where guests enjoyed performances by Wetu Ways, hands-on activities like archery and cornhusk doll making, and engaging conversations with Indigenous educators. The event honored the vibrant, living traditions of the Wampanoag people and offered a space for connection, learning, and celebration.
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Red Hawk Singers and Dancers Wrap the 2025 Summer of Music Series
The Town of Plymouth Promotions Fund and the Visitor Services Board funded a summer of music and culture at Plimoth Patuxet, and the series wrapped in early October with a powerful educational program.
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