Plymouth

Brewster Gardens and Town Brook

Created in the early 1920s, the park covers the original garden plot that was granted to Elser William Brewster in 1620. Located in the park are several historical monuments, as well as a pretty nature walk along Town Brook, which originally supplied water to the colony. Events are held here often, including a rubber ducky race down the brook.

Free

Burial Hill Cemetery

One of the oldest cemeteries in America containing graves of several Mayflower passengers, many early settlers, and some interesting epitaphs. High spot with nice views of downtown and the harbor.

Free

Harlow Old Fort House

Built in 1677, the Harlow Old Fort House is one of the few remaining 17th century buildings in town. Tours and educational programs are offered seasonally. A series of festive special events is held at the site each year, including a range of craft demonstrations and the annual Pilgrim Breakfast.

Hedge House

Formally called the Antiquarian Society House. Historic museum of a sea captain's house. Tours available by appointment and during special events.

Jabez Howland House

The oldest portion of this two-story wood frame house was built by Jacob Mitchell (son of Experience Mitchell) in 1667. The house was then purchased by Jabez Howland, son of Mayflower passengers John Howland and Elizabeth Tilley Howland.

Mayflower II and dockside exhibits

A historically accurate, full-scale replica of the 17th-century vessel the Pilgrims arrived aboard. The reproduction was made in England using traditional shipbuilding methods in conjunction with Plimoth Plantation. Upon its completion, it set sail on April 20, 1957 from Plymouth, England across the Atlantic to Plymouth, Massachusetts, recreating the original voyage.

9AM-5PM·Tickets are sold packaged with Plimoth Plantation admission. Adults $28; Children $18; Senior Citizens $25

Mayflower Society House

Run by the Society of Mayflower Descendants, tour a beautiful 1750s house and visit the authoritative library on Pilgrim genealogy.

Mon-Fri 10AM-3:30PM

National Monument to the Forefathers

Thought to be the world's largest solid granite monument, it stands over 80 ft (24 m) tall and was erected in 1889. The monument faces northeast towards Plymouth Harbor (and, roughly, towards Plymouth, England).

Always open·Free

Old County Courthouse & Museum

Built in 1749, the two-story wood frame building is believed to be the oldest wooden courthouse in the United States; it stands on the site of the first (1620) courthouse built by Plimoth Colony settlers, and may incorporate elements of a 1670 building. Vintage firetruck inside.

Pilgrim Hall Museum

A gallery museum displaying the actual possessions of the Pilgrims as well as temporary exhibits related to Plymouth history.

Plimoth Grist Mill Museum

Formerly known as the Jenny Grist Mill but now affiliated with Plimoth Plantation. An authentic working mill rebuilt on the site of the original 1636 mill. Tours and exhibits.

Plimoth Patuxet

formerly Plimoth Plantation

A historical farm and educational site renowned among academic historians and history-recreation buffs alike. Includes a 1627 living history reenactment of early colonial life where visitors can roam the village, enter the homes, and interact with colonists who stay in character. If visiting in summer, find a Plantation employee to describe the various home garden plants and what they were used for - the explanations are fascinating! There is also a recreation of a Wampanoag homesite of the period staffed with interpreters who trace their ancestry to Native tribes, although they will speak with visitors as themselves rather than as characters. You can also visit a 17th-century craft center and observe various clothing, candles, pottery, and other items being made by hand using traditional techniques.

Mar 22-Nov 30: 9AM-5:30PM

Plymouth Rock and Pilgrim Memorial State Park

Pilgrim Memorial State Park commemorates the landing site of the Pilgrims in 1620 and contains several historical monuments, a craft shop run by Plimoth Plantation, and the portico enshrining Plymouth Rock. Locals will roll their eyes if you express disappointment with the fact that Plymouth Rock is, in fact, just a rock. "What did you expect?" is the reaction you are likely to receive. To be fair, the rock is small, with the year "1620" engraved on it as its only decoration. The rock was once much larger, weighing over 20,000 lb (9,100 kg). It was displayed at several different locations in town over several hundred years, but was broken in half by transport and several large pieces of it were taken or sold. A 40-lb. piece resides in the Plymouth Church of the Pilgrims in Brooklyn Heights, New York. Smaller pieces were reportedly chipped off and stolen as "souvenirs." The surviving Plymouth Rock is only 1/3 of the upper half of the original stone, so keep that in mind before passing judgement.

Always available

Richard Sparrow House

Built in 1640, it is the oldest surviving house in Plymouth. Displays and sells work of local artisan jewelry, pottery and more.

Wed-Sat 10AM-5PM