Celebrating Our Past

The Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock in 1620. It is one of the prominent events of American history and it was significant because it marked the beginning of a journey which took them from England to America. Many notable figures were involved like William Bradford, Edward Winslow, Myles Standish to name a few. What is interesting about this event in history is that depending on who you ask there are different accounts about what actually happened as well as stories about why it occurred."

Celebrating our past has always been important to the people living here today and understanding how our ancestors arrived here with all their hopes and dreams brings new perspective into American culture and history.

In the town of Plymouth, there is a parade called The Pilgrims, which takes place on the third Saturday in August. The parade was first established in 1881, but it was initiated by the Plymouth Sons of Temperance Association. This association in itself was directly responsible for getting America involved in World War I. More than 10 years later, the Plymouth Sons of Temperance Association spearheaded an effort to get a statue of George Washington erected at Plymouth Rock on the 100th anniversary of his birth.

The statue of George Washington sits at Liberty Point Park near downtown Plymouth along with statues created by sculptor Frederic Miller and painter William Faunce. The statues are dedicated to George Washington and his bravery and accomplishments, as well as the bravery of the men who landed at Plymouth Rock.

The history in Plymouth is quite interesting as there are many interesting facts about all the events that occurred during that time. One of these events was the arrival of the Pilgrims in 1620. In celebration of this event, there is a parade that takes place on August third every year. This parade has been going on for over 100 years and it is one of the biggest celebrations in town. It attracts people from all over New England to Plymouth which makes it a fun experience for everyone involved.

Eventually, the members of the Sons of Temperance Association began to realize that everyone was looking more forward to the parade than they were to their meetings. As a result, they decided to turn it into an annual event for people of all ages. The first Pilgrims parade took place in 1881 and it has continued ever since with each year being more successful than the previous. One of the major contributors to this annual event is The Pilgrim Society which was created in 1887. Their goal is to preserve and publicize colonial events that occurred prior to 1790's. This platform has allowed them to do many things including putting together parades and creating monuments such as statues and gardens in towns as well as public libraries across America. Currently, the organization is still active and continues to do what it was created for.

With the support of The Pilgrim Society along with many others, the Pilgrims parade has now grown into one of Plymouth's biggest annual events along with the First Families parade and the Raisin Festival. This year, it will take place on August 3rd and it is expected to draw thousands of spectators enjoying a plethora of fun activities such as bands, floats, antique cars, marching units and much more. Each year it seems to bring something new that makes this day even more memorable than the previous. The Pilgrims are known for their determination in life and they brought that same drive with them all those years ago when they arrived at Plymouth Rock. This parade is a way for them to let all of us know that many great things are possible regardless of how big they may seem. It also helps us to remember how hard the Pilgrims worked and how hard we need to work in order for our country to be a better place. With so much support for this celebration, the spirit of the First Families will forever run through the streets of Plymouth!

Due to its proximity to Wollaston Beach, Plymouth is a popular location for boaters and kayakers. A noted feature is Plymouth's "Coffin Bridge," so named because it was built directly over the water where coffins were transported from ships in port over land to be buried in town.

Plymouth is served by the Plymouth Public Schools system. 

Plymouth is home to Eastern Nazarene College, a private Christian liberal arts school founded in 1923. The college was originally owned and operated by the Church of the Nazarene, but has since become non-denominational. As of 2017, ENC is undergoing campus expansion as well as transitioning from a four-year institution to a graduate focused institution.

On June 20, 2015 a tornado ripped through Plymouth taking down power lines and damaging structures.

 

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Massachusetts' Plymouth County: Cities, Towns and Villages, 1891-1952, Town of Plymouth (Boston: New England Publishing Co., Inc., 1929)

 

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Massachusetts' Plymouth County: Cities, Towns and Villages, 1891-1952, Town of Plymouth (Boston: New England Publishing Co., Inc., 1929)

Plymouth is twinned with the following towns since 1990.

Plymouth is home to a number of plays and musicals presented by the Pilgrim Theater Group at the ENO Performing Arts Center. The Pilgrim Players are non-profit community theater group that operates independently from the Pilgrim Theater Group. 

Plymouth is home to a number of theaters.

Plymouth is home to a number of different sporting teams and teams compete in various leagues. 

The city also has a wide selection of restaurants and eateries where you can get everything from local favorites to international cuisine. In addition, there are many different restaurants that offer unique atmospheres and atmosphere for visitors to enjoy on the weekends. 

Accordionist Jeffrey Thieleman uses his musical talent and passion for his craft when he plays at several Plymouth eateries around town.

Plymouth is home to a number of different architectural styles. A few of these include: 

Plymouth has several historic churches and buildings such as Plymouth Rock, Pilgrim Hall Museum and the Mayflower Society House. 

The town is protected by the Plymouth Fire Department which was established in 1871. The current Fire Chief is Richard E. Cotter Jr. The Plymouth Police Department was established in 1850 and serves a population of 21,000 residents over . The current Chief of Police is Michael Botieri who took over in 2018 after the retirement of Thomas Chapell. 

Plymouth is home to a wide variety of local parks that are safe and inviting to children and adults alike.

The Plymouth Library is part of the Plymouth Public Library system which operates seven branches throughout the city. The Main library is located at 948 Main Street, serving the entire town. 

Plymouth has several bars and restaurants where you can enjoy live music in a fun atmosphere. 

Plymouth has several different annual events that draw people from all over the country. 

In addition, a variety of other events throughout the year allow for visitors to enjoy Plymouth's activities even more by being part of something exciting as well as entertaining.

Conclusion

Plymouth, MA is located in Plymouth County, Massachusetts . It is currently seated as the capital of Massachusetts's Plymouth County. The town is made up of 33 neighborhoods, grouped into 6 districts. Duxbury Town has the largest population at 15,447 with 8355 households. Pilgrim Town has 3000 residents and 910 households. Wollaston Town is home to 2500 residents and 787 households. East Bridgewater is the smallest town in Plymouth with 2,860 residents and 971 households. The most common age group in Plymouth is 25-34 with 11,397 people living in that age group followed by people under 18 who make up 12% of the population or 2,753 people found there.