Here you will experience life as it was like in 1627 New England as well as what we think it means now from a 21st-century perspective. Plimoth Plantation is Plymouth as it was in the 17th-century. It is a centuries-old Wampanoag homesite. It is townspeople speaking the poetic language of Shakespeare's England. It is the salty breeze blowing across a wooden ship's deck.

In the 1627 English Village, talk with costumed role players who portray the Plymouth colonists (popularly known as the "Pilgrims") going about their daily lives in this small, re-created coastal village. Discover a different perspective at the Wampanoag Homesite, where modern-day Native staff practice and preserve traditional skills and speak about the history and culture of the Wampanoag People.

On the Plymouth waterfront, walk aboard Mayflower II, a full-scale reproduction of the type of 17th-century sailing vessel that made the famous voyage in 1620. In the Crafts Center, watch our skilled modern-day artisans as they fashion the period furnishings and clothing used in the 1627 English Village. At the Nye Barn, learn about the museum's rare and heritage breed livestock and their importance to global conservation efforts.

Our new exhibit called 13 Moons, is a stunningly visual new exhibit centered on the seasonal/lunar cycles and their relation to the 17th-century diet. In the Visitor Center, explore Thanksgiving: Memory, Myth & Meaning, an indoor exhibit which covers the history of Thanksgiving, from present-day traditions, to the origins of this American holiday.

In all of these locations, our engaging staff, thorough attention to detail, and carefully reproduced environments ensure a fun and fascinating visit. In the fall, Plimoth Plantation also offers a variety of unforgettable dining experiences to celebrate the season. Join us for themed historical dinners or luncheons as well as a variety of Thanksgiving dining options. For a complete listing, and information about reservations, see our Dining page.

Browse this site and explore everything we have to offer-- current and past. You might be surprised at what you'll find.

hours: from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, 7 days a week March 22 through November 30, 2008
address: 137 Warren Avenue, Plymouth, MA 02360 USA
telephone: 1 + 508 746 1622