This week's Lunch & Learn: United Tastes features authors Keith Stavely and Kathleen Fitzgerald speaking about their examination of "American Cookery," considered one of the eighty-eight “Books That Shaped America.” Written in 1796 by Amelia Simmons, this "first American cookbook" has enormous cultural and culinary significance.

Last day of February Vacation at Plimoth: Native New England in the Winter! There's still time to come by! 11:00-12:00 Learn About Native Fishing and Help Make a Net 12:00-1:00 17th Century Games 1:00-2:00 Create an Animal Footprint (Take Home) 2:00-3:00 MA Audubon Society Birds of Prey Show: Learn about the animals around us during a live birds of prey show presented by the Mass Audubon Society. Observe native birds of prey as you learn about behavioral and physical adaptations they use to hunt and catch prey. Investigate the role that birds of prey play within their ecosystems.

Tomorrow's February Vacation at Plimoth: Native New England in the Winter program features a "meet and greet" at noon with a special Pilgrim guest as well as Tim Turner, Guest Experience Manager for our Wampanoag Homesite! Come for the whole day of activities or pop in for the portion that works for you! (an adult must accompany each child or group of children) :: Wednesday, 2.21 Schedule :: 11:00-12:00 Story Hour 12:00-1:00 Seasonal Life During the 17th Century 1:00-2:00 Make a Corn Husk Doll and Listen to the Legend Behind Them 2:00-3:00 17th-Century Games Register here: https://plimothfebvacation.eventbrite.com

Join us on March 18 at 4pm for Celtic Harpist Áine Minogue at Plimoth Plantation. Renowned Celtic harpist and vocalist Áine Minogue (On-ya Mi-nohg). Born and raised in Borrisokane, Ireland, Áine discovered harp at the age of 12 while attending boarding school in County Galway. After completing school, she spent three years developing her incomparable talent. Áine will play songs from her many albums including newly released "In the Name of Stillness." Top the afternoon off with freshly made Irish soda bread and Barry's tea! Tickets here: https://plimothaineminogue.eventbrite.com

Tomorrow, join us for children's activities focused on the lives of our region's Native people! Travel back in time to visit a authentic #Wampanoag homesite through Scholastic's short film "The Wampanoag Way" - then meet the family featured in it! Spend some time outdoors, and then make a pinch pot to take home. You're welcome to bring your lunch. https://plimothfebvacation.eventbrite.com/

On February 26th, you'll have an opportunity to bid on one of the most significant of the commemorative license plates supporting Plymouth 400 - the one numbered 1957, in honor of the year Mayflower II arrived in Plymouth Harbor! The ship, which is a historic reproduction in her own right, has become a cultural staple for the town of Plymouth, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and the USA. How fun would it be to drive up to her homecoming in 2019 with your 1957 license plate!? Check out this fabulous footage from the journey, and don't miss Joe Meany's graduation ceremony at the 4:21 mark!

Looking for ways to occupy the kiddos next week? 🙇‍♀️🙇‍♂️ Join us Tuesday - Thursday for our #NativeNewEngland in winter activities! We’ll make #Native crafts, recreate animal tracks, play Native and Colonial games, and learn about the #Wampanoag culture. 🦅🦉Plus, learn about the animals around us during a live #birdsofprey show on Thursday afternoon! 🙌🏼 Drop in or stay the day - 11am to 3pm. $6 member children, $8 non-members, free accompanying adult. 🎟 Register here: https://plimothfebvacation.eventbrite.com

Save the date for this popular event that has garnered a loyal following of those who appreciate fine spirits paired with delicious food, lively music, and great company - all to support Plimoth Plantation's historic mission. Details & tickets to come!

Looking for a fun way to spend a dreary Friday night?! Come make pretzels and #17thcentury inspired mustard with us! There’s even a bar so you can enjoy beer or wine along with it! #PlimothAfterDark tickets here: https://padpretzelsfebruary.eventbrite.com

Today we remember with great fondness and appreciation our friend Joe Meany, who recently passed away. In 1957, a 17-year-old Joe was the American "cabin boy" aboard Mayflower II on her maiden journey from Brixham, England to Plymouth, Massachusetts, having won the coveted spot through a national Boys' Club of America contest. When the ship was becalmed, the crew's timeline was set back and Joe missed his high school graduation. Unwilling to let this milestone moment pass unrecognized, Joe's shipmates organized a one-of-a-kind graduation ceremony, complete with a homemade gown made from an oilskin and a cap fashioned from painted cardboard. Joe later learned that he had graduated (officially) with honors and accepted a scholarship to Notre Dame! Joe went on to become a successful electrical engineer and married his high school sweetheart, Ann. He visited Mayflower II nearly every year on June 13, the anniversary of its arrival. We are forever grateful to Joe for his contributions to the legacy of this national treasure. Our thoughts are with his family.

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MAYFLOWER II HEARTS UPDATE :: As of February 8, 2018, the hearts are temporarily SOLD OUT! We hope to receive new hearts in from our carvers soon and will update you as soon as we have them. We are thrilled but overwhelmed by your response - thank you for your support <3