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Throughout Plymouth County, and no matter your interest, you will find what you are looking for. The events we choose define our lives and feed our souls. The town and county of Plymouth offers events that lead straight to what moves you. Sit back, put up your feet, and plan your itinerary for a time well spent.
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Witches, Goblins and Ghosts, Oh My! Halloween on Main Street takes place with a Trick-Or-Treat Walk throughout downtown Plymouth visiting 70+ downtown merchants. Event starts at Plymouth Memorial Hall with Free Halloween Activities, Face Painting, Pumpkin Decorating and much more! Free Parking at St. Peter's Church and the Bottom Deck of the Parking Garage on...
Concord ablaze in all its fall glory asks us to reflect on autumn’s passage as we savor the golden afternoons and sense the crisp twilight at hand. This 90-minute twilight walking tour of old Concord town takes us down the venerable streets and byways hearing the voices of those who have come before while appreciating...
Oil painting for adults of all skill levels. Laura teaches each student individually, so they can paint at their own level and paint a subject befitting their skills and needs. Each session focusses on learning the basics of oil painting materials, foundations of color theory, color mixing, composition, and critique, and demos. For each session,...
After a two-year hiatus (of sorts!), join us for Plymouth Public Library’s 17th Annual Taste of the Town. Sip wines from around the world, courtesy Pioppi’s Package Store, Savor the best fare in town, courtesy 17 of the most generous purveyors of fine food we’ve ever met, Support the Library by participating in a Book...
This series showcases local and regional musicians in a relaxed and intimate setting. The lobby is transformed into a 70-seat showcase lounge. About the Band - Grace Morrison has spent most of her musical career seeking refuge from the spotlight. Whether it was singing backup for rock icons like Eddie Money and Joey Molland (of...
In 1626–27, the Sparrow-Hawk began her final journey across the brutal winter waves of the Atlantic Ocean, departing from the southern coast of England with America as her destination. As cases of scurvy and whispers of mutiny rose, the hopes of those aboard the small vessel began to fade. Join historian and author Mark C. Wilkins...
The James Library & Center for the Arts - Showcasing & honoring art created during unprecedented times…Sponsored by The Cordelia Family Foundation & Napier Financial Opening day Open house: November 4, 2022 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm - Exhibition Dates: November 4, 2022 to December 17, 2022
The days are getting colder and shorter and electric heat and light won't be around for years! How does one deal with the dark and cold in Colonial times? Join us for Candlelight Tours at the 1686 Old Ordinary and find out. Tours are 45 minutes, with most days having 3 tours. Click Here for...
Join us for the 2022 Massachusetts Crimson Harvest! Our guided tours include a discussion of each growing season, touches upon the cranberry growing history of Massachusetts, may allow for interaction with our farmers, and features the viewing of a wet cranberry harvest. Learn what it takes to grow the state's official fruit and number one...
Explore the fascinating heritage of the Pokanoket tribe on Saturday, November 5, from 1 to 3 pm at the Alden House Historic Site in Duxbury. Members will share a perspective on life in the East Bay (Sowams) through dancing, singing, drumming, storytelling, presentations, and displays on Pokanoket history and culture. The event includes tours of Alden...
Princesses Anna and Elsa discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. Based on the 2018 Broadway musical, Frozen Jr., features all the memorable songs, a cast of beloved characters, and enough magic, adventure, and humor to thaw even the coldest heart! November 4th, at 7:30 - November 5th at 4pm and 7pm - ...
Join us for the 2022 Massachusetts Crimson Harvest! Our guided tours include a discussion of each growing season, touches upon the cranberry growing history of Massachusetts, may allow for interaction with our farmers, and features the viewing of a wet cranberry harvest. Learn what it takes to grow the state's official fruit and number one...
Princesses Anna and Elsa discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. Based on the 2018 Broadway musical, Frozen Jr., features all the memorable songs, a cast of beloved characters, and enough magic, adventure, and humor to thaw even the coldest heart! November 4th, at 7:30 - November 5th at 4pm and 7pm - ...
This tour with DRHS Archivist and Historian Carolyn Ravenscroft will offer a general history of the cemetery and feature many of its most famous, or infamous, residents. Carolyn will stay on the paved paths, so those with wheelchairs or walkers will be able to access the complete tour. Tickets are required. Please reserve on the...
Create and customize an ornamental, locally-sourced mussel shell Christmas tree. All supplies will be provided - you just bring the holiday cheer! Who needs snowflakes when you have seashells?? Come join us and make your very own seashell Christmas tree! Purchase Tickets Here.
We are pleased to announce that our Full Moon Tower Tours will continue in 2022. The Scituate Historical Society will offer “Trips To The Top” on select full moon evenings. Climb the 121 stairs to the belfry where you will look out over Scituate and take in the starry sky and bright full moon. Weather permitting...
Tab Benoit is a Grammy nominated singer, songwriter and guitarist who has built a remarkable 30+ year career on the foundation of his gritty and soulful Delta swamp blues, acquiring a devoted legion of fans along the way, as well as 5 Blues Music Awards, including BB King Entertainer of the Year (twice) and an induction into The Louisiana...
We salute our military and their families for their dedication and service. Since we are opening on Veterans Day weekend, all active and retired US military personnel will be given free gold passes for the weekend. In addition, immediate family members who accompany them can purchase daily gold passes at half price. Tickets must be...
Our first Seasonal Tea Tasting will be on November 10th 5-7pm where we will have a selection of handpicked seasonal Teas for you to try, fully complimentary and with no obligation, giving you a chance to both broaden your tastes and possibly find a new favorite Tea. What a great opportunity to get that special someone a...
GEOFFREY GAMBLE, "THE MAYFLOWER AND ITS CREW: A NAUTICAL AND SOCIETAL HISTORY" More details to come. In 2021, the Mayflower Society launched a very popular Lecture Series covering a variety of Mayflower Pilgrim-related topics including their odyssey, their life and times, their maritime experience and, of course, genealogy! Please plan join us to enjoy learning more...
A Veterans Day Celebration will take place on Friday, November 11th @ 11:00 a.m. in the Blue Room at Memorial Hall in Plymouth. There will be a small welcome ceremony with lunch provided afterward. Watch the Plymouth Veterans' Services video from PACTV (Plymouth Area Community Television): https://youtu.be/-uasOWfbvWs.
We salute our military and their families for their dedication and service. Since we are opening on Veterans Day weekend, all active and retired US military personnel will be given free gold passes for the weekend. In addition, immediate family members who accompany them can purchase daily gold passes at half price. Tickets must be...
The days are getting colder and shorter and electric heat and light won't be around for years! How does one deal with the dark and cold in Colonial times? Join us for Candlelight Tours at the 1686 Old Ordinary and find out. Tours are 45 minutes, with most days having 3 tours. Click Here for...
This month’s Walking Club Guest Host is Jim Spinale. A resident of Plymouth, Jim taught science in Whitman for 37 years. He is a passionate nature enthusiast and educator of students of all ages. He currently volunteers at the South Shore Natural Science Center. This month, we will be exploring Chapman’s Landing in Hanover. This beautiful property...
Wee the People will be joining us for a special workshop on Saturday, November 12th in part of an Opening Reception for our upcoming exhibition, Food Justice: Growing a Healthy Community Through Art! Free and open to the public. Registration required. Register Here. Free boxed lunch generously provided by East Side Market (lunches are on...
The Art Complex is partnering with BIG INK to host a weekend of monumental woodblock printing. BIG INK's “Big Tuna”—a one-of-a-kind, oversized, traveling printing press—will be at the museum for this two-day event. Artists have been carving their blocks for months, and the public is invited to observe as 16 artists watch their prints roll...
Looking for a fun and engaging nature program for the whole family? Join the NSRWA on a guided walk of Forge Pond Park. We will walk the quiet and lesser known trails nestled in the woods known as Summer Street Conservation Area in Hanover and Rockland. Forge Pond is formed by the confluence of French’s Stream,...
The Art Complex is partnering with BIG INK to host a weekend of monumental woodblock printing. BIG INK's “Big Tuna”—a one-of-a-kind, oversized, traveling printing press—will be at the museum for this two-day event. Artists have been carving their blocks for months, and the public is invited to observe as 16 artists watch their prints roll...
Join us for a free drop-in art making activity with recycled materials! Professor Gizmo is back at Fuller Craft Museum for a fun, hands-on program. Stop by the Art Lounge anytime between 2PM and 4PM to make turkey marionette and your own paper! FREE program - Open to the public - Recommended for ages 6+ Registration required....
Interested in reading True Crime stories? Join us for this new Library-led book club where we discuss a different True Crime selection every month! We will be reading Just Mercy for our November meeting. Copies of the selected book will be available to check out at the Circulation Desk four weeks prior to the meeting. For questions...
As the Traveling Librarian will be taking us to Devon, England, why not have a spot of tea after the program? If you can't make the travel program but you'd love a cuppa, do come! This will not be a formal afternoon tea, but a more casual version of afternoon tea. We are inviting the...
Matthew Cappucci got his start in the Plymouth Public Schools. Today, he is an on-air meteorologist at FOX5DC in Washington D.C. Matthew also produces content for the MyRadar app, publishes daily articles in The Washington Post and makes regular appearances on NPR, BBC News, DW News and SkyNews Arabia. Matthew is the author of Looking...
Join the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce and G Pub for a delightful afternoon of networking! Expand your business horizons- and your knowledge - by taking advantage of time to network and hear from business members of the community that are leaders in their respective fields. When you attend our monthly Chamber Luncheons, you’ll have...
Ever Wonder What the Award Winning 1620 Winery is Like on the Inside? Here’s Your Chance to Come See for Yourself at One of Our Open Tours! Planning a wedding, private event, corporate event or other special celebration or just curious about The Winery? This is your chance to see our award winning venue. You...
Make a Felted Turkey: Just in time for the Thanksgiving Holiday! Join us with Jen McCarthy to create this beautiful needle Felted Turkey. It will be the highlight of your Thanksgiving table! Call 774-283-4704 or stop by the shop to sign up.
A celebration of the finer pleasures in life! Whiskey, Steak and Stogies Dinner in our gorgeous rustic winery. Purchase Tickets Here.
This special event features hand-crafted items from our very own talented New England artists and crafters, including unique jewelry, clothing, ceramics, woodworking, home decor and more. A great opportunity to support small business and finding that perfect holiday gift. A $5 admission fee at the door grants full weekend access. Kids under 12 enter free....
Author Pamela McColl will discuss and read from her new book Twas the Night: The Art and History of the Classic Christmas Poem. Ms. McColl has written the first cultural history of the highly-celebrated poem A Visit from St. Nicholas, also known as Twas the Night Before Christmas. Her book looks at the brilliance of the...
Celebrate the grand opening of our Museum's Holiday Shop, Holiday Handmade, with our Sip & Shop event with Brockton Beer Company! Enjoy a locally crafted beer in our Museum Lounge and stroll our expansive shop, filled with newly arrived unique items from over 150+ local and international artists.
Looking for a family fun opportunity this fall? Join the NSRWA on a guided walk to Couch Beach! This guided walk starts with a lovely stroll through a dense mixed forest with occasional wetlands. After about a mile, the trail opens up to the Couch Beach picnic and camping area, with striking views of the...
Meet local farmers and food makers as you gather Thanksgiving feast ingredients to celebrate the fall harvest. Prepare your Thanksgiving dinner using locally grown, fresh from the farm fruits, vegetables, herbs, preserves, eggs, grass fed meats, and mushrooms. Music by The Unholy Mackerals.
This special event features hand-crafted items from our very own talented New England artists and crafters, including unique jewelry, clothing, ceramics, woodworking, home decor and more. A great opportunity to support small business and finding that perfect holiday gift. A $5 admission fee at the door grants full weekend access. Kids under 12 enter free....
Floral designer, Sheela Soares will guide you step by step in creating a beautiful Thanksgiving centerpiece for your family celebration at home or to take with you as a hostess gift! Purchase Tickets Here.
Take a savory journey into the past. An evening of entertainment and hospitality awaits you as you sit down to a 17th century meal filled with the finest food that this season of plenty has to offer. Your host will guide you through the meal, and answer your questions about England and Plymouth, old and...
Pick a historic point of interest (including Plymouth Rock along our in-person course through downtown Plymouth), run your race, record your time (link will be provided) and then go enjoy your Thanksgiving dinner or leftovers throughout the holiday weekend. Check Here for updated information.
The Church of the Pilgrimage will host an “Open Church” on Thanksgiving morning from 9am to 12noon at its location at 8 Town Square, Plymouth, right in the middle of the Town’s historical center. Church members will recount the history of the church dating back to the Pilgrims of 1620 and the iconic church building...
9am-5pm Visit Pilgrim Hall Museum, Plimoth Patuxet Museums, Plymouth Rock, National Monument to the Forefathers and more! 10am – “Pilgrim Progress”, reenactment of the Pilgrims’ Sabbath procession to worship. Costumed participants representing survivors of the winter of 1621, assemble to the beat of a drum, proceed down North Street, along Water Street past Plymouth Rock,...
Thanksgiving is America's holiday and Plymouth is the heart of this national celebration. This November, come home to Plymouth. Our popular Story of Thanksgiving Dinner features classic roast turkey and all the traditional New England trimmings. Enjoy the company of your family and friends, as Pilgrim role players and Indigenous historians greet you. People come...
Sparkling Lights: An Outdoor Magical Wonderland - The third season of Sparkling Lights at The Breakers will be the biggest yet! This year, the fun extends around the entire property for the first time. You’ll stroll along a half-mile-long path glittering with hundreds of thousands of holiday lights while friendly gnomes point the way and...
Thanksgiving is America's holiday and Plymouth is the heart of this national celebration. This November, come home to Plymouth. Our popular Story of Thanksgiving Dinner features classic roast turkey and all the traditional New England trimmings. Enjoy the company of your family and friends, as Pilgrim role players and Indigenous historians greet you. People come...
Come Join HLM Board Member Sean Baggett as he leads a post-Thanksgiving, calorie-burning walking tour, exploring the clash of cultures between Europeans and indigenous peoples. 1620 was the pivotal year in the collective consciousness of our national psyche, but for more significant reasons than you may think. It was a rare period in history where...
Explore New England Thanksgiving traditions with colonial food historian and reenactor Stacy Booth on tours of Alden House, decorated for the holidays on Saturday, November 26 from noon to 3 pm. Activities for kids are included. Alden House is part of the property granted to Mayflower Passengers John and Priscilla Mullins Alden in 1627 and home to...
The inspiring story of an extraordinary girl comes to life in Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical. Based on the beloved novel, Matilda is the magical story of a courageous little girl with an unbounded imagination. She proves that despite the odds, you can do anything you put your mind to—and change your destiny. Nov 25, Dec...
The 69th Christmas Parade has been a tradition for Quincy families for many years. Floats, marching bands, and costumed characters fill Quincy streets, spreading holiday joy to all. The parade route begins at the intersection of Hancock Street and Walter J. Hannon Parkway, continuing up Hancock Street to North Quincy High School. Click Here for...
In conjunction with the Duxbury Newcomers Club’s “Holly Days” event, the Art Complex will host a performance of “A Christmas Carol” by The Puppet People, a professional touring company. Two showings will be performed: 1:30 and 2:45 pm.
The inspiring story of an extraordinary girl comes to life in Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical. Based on the beloved novel, Matilda is the magical story of a courageous little girl with an unbounded imagination. She proves that despite the odds, you can do anything you put your mind to—and change your destiny. Nov 25, Dec...
We are bringing back our Shop Local Market to Three V here in Plymouth. We'll be providing the best local vendors, with unique items and gifts, we will have something for everyone. So come down and enjoy grab a glass of wine and yummy food, while you find the perfect gifts for your friends and...
Looking for a creative and festive night out? Come Sip, Paint and Shop with us on November 30th!. Tickets are limited, so grab some friends and get yours before they are gone! Join Jess from Miss Lou Makes to create two mini moon sky ornaments! Enjoy light refreshments and after hours shopping. Sign-up Here.
Sparkling Lights: An Outdoor Magical Wonderland - The third season of Sparkling Lights at The Breakers will be the biggest yet! This year, the fun extends around the entire property for the first time. You’ll stroll along a half-mile-long path glittering with hundreds of thousands of holiday lights while friendly gnomes point the way and...
Gardens Aglow Timed Tickets Are Now Sold Out! Gardens Aglow is a celebration of lights that has become a treasured holiday tradition. This event features beautiful light displays throughout the gardens, festive seasonal décor, and fun activities for all. Stroll the gardens with family and friends, and enjoy Heritage in a whole new light! Advance online...
The Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce and The Plymouth Bay Cultural District presents: Hometown Stroll, Friday through Sunday, December 2-4. Keeping the cheer here in Shirley Square and throughout downtown and the waterfront area of Plymouth. Join the Town of Plymouth for the annual tree lighting on Friday, December 2, at about 6:15pm (now on...
Offered will be live wreaths, porch and graveside baskets, holiday centerpieces, large and small arrangements, door swags and more. Proceeds will benefit scholarships and community projects.
Sparkling Lights: An Outdoor Magical Wonderland - The third season of Sparkling Lights at The Breakers will be the biggest yet! This year, the fun extends around the entire property for the first time. You’ll stroll along a half-mile-long path glittering with hundreds of thousands of holiday lights while friendly gnomes point the way and...
Join Plimoth Patuxet Museums for a festive holiday workshop! Learn how to create a pinecone wreath made with locally collected pinecones. Once your wreath is created, leave it as is for a rustic look, or garnish it with a bow for an added holiday flare.
Offered will be live wreaths, porch and graveside baskets, holiday centerpieces, large and small arrangements, door swags and more. Proceeds will benefit scholarships and community projects.
The Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce and The Plymouth Bay Cultural District presents: Hometown Stroll, Friday through Sunday, December 2-4. Keeping the cheer here in Shirley Square and throughout downtown and the waterfront area of Plymouth. Join Santa and the Town of Plymouth for the annual tree lighting on Friday, December 2, at about 6:15pm...
The Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce and The Plymouth Bay Cultural District presents: Hometown Stroll, Friday through Sunday, December 2-4. Keeping the cheer here in Shirley Square and throughout downtown and the waterfront area of Plymouth. Join Santa and the Town of Plymouth for the annual tree lighting on Friday, December 2, at about 6:15pm...
Santa Claus will be making a stop at the Historic Paragon Carousel this year! Get your family, kids, pets and friends together for a special photo with the one and only “Big Man” himself. There will be a professional photographer on site to take pictures. For a $10 donation, you get a digital photograph with Santa...
Indigenous artists & artisans present creative works and gift items for sale. The Wampum Belt, handcrafted wampum bead and woven traditional belt, presented by SmokeSygnals Wampum pendant making & corn husk doll workshops with Wampanoag artisans ($) Community Tables, Native Land Conservancy, Mashpee Wampanoag Education Department, and more Free museum admission including the Plymouth Tapestry.
