A modern schoolchild helps a Pilgrim saw wood

Homeschool Adventure: Building the Past

Make a difference and get your hands dirty while you discover the unique construction techniques, tools, and materials used by Wampanoag and English communities in 17th-century New England and today. After some historical and cultural introductions and a safety review, you`ll lend a hand working on real structures here on the living history sites that future guests can enjoy! Bragging rights upon your next museum visit are included free of charge.

This program is suitable for children ages 10 and up. For safety reasons, younger children are not eligible to participate in this program. All children must be accompanied by an event ticket-holding adult all times. Admission to Plimoth Patuxet Only is included.