Find out what Plymouth looks like today and what remains of the Plymouth Colony and the Pilgrims.

Provides an illustrated overview of the history of the Pilgrims and the Mayflower voyage.

The story of how Plymouth Colony came to be. Looks at the Puritan movement with its roots in England, the sailing of the Mayflower, and the progress of the settlers in their first years in New England. Describes their first encounters...

Describes the types of farm animals that the Pilgrims likely raised in Plymouth Colony, based on historical reports.

Seventeenth century author, William Bradford, set sail on the Mayflower and embarked on a journey to the New World using his experiences for his writings. Click on "William Bradford Activities" for related artifacts and activities.

Explains the major religious beliefs held by the Pilgrims.

A detailed biography of the life of Tisquantum, known as Squanto. Covers some history of the Plymouth Colony and of relations between the colonists and the native peoples.

A biography of the life of Massasoit, the leader of the Wampanoag. It describes his interactions with the Plymouth Colony settlers and treaty negotiations between his tribe and the colony.

Detailed facts and an overview of the purpose and signing of the Mayflower Compact.

Forefathers' Day is on December 22. The holiday commemorates the landing of the Pilgrim Fathers in Plymouth, Massachusetts, on December 21, 1620. Check out this article about the original signatories of the Mayflower Compact that we call...