Seventeenth century weddings were events rich with social and spiritual meaning, just as they are today. These loving rites of passage were defining moments in the lives of the Wampanoag and the English settlers. In June, Plimoth Plantation presented the first of three weddings, an English country wedding that never would have happened in Plimoth Colony.

What: Plimoth Plantation’s marine staff is turning Mayflower II!

       In order for the famed, historic ship to weather evenly, Mayflower II is turned a couple times a year, to ensure the ship is exposed to the elements on both sides.

The Plymouth Antiquarian Society historic properties will be closed Sunday, July 4,through Sunday, July 11,while personnel prepare for a History Channel film shoot.

Come to the only 17thcentury Native American event in Massachusetts. Native People celebrate many thanksgivings throughout the year to show appreciation to the Earth and the Creator. On Saturday, June 26, Plimoth Plantation’s Wampanoag Indigenous Program (WIP) presents a very special Native event to observe the early summer moon and celebrate the first harvest of the new growing season, with Strawberry Thanksgiving. And to celebrate summer’s arrival, teachers will be admitted for free with family members receiving 50 percent off admission.

The Plymouth Antiquarian Society’s annual Pilgrim breakfast will be served on the grounds of the historic Harlow Old Fort House, a 119 Sandwich St., from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Sunday, June 27. Enjoy a taste of old New England and help this Plymouth family tradition celebrate its 77th year.

Project Gurnet and Bug Lights Inc. will provide free shuttles to the Gurnet for tours of the historic lighthouse later this month.

The Mayflower Society House, at 4 Winslow St., Plymouth, is open for the season.

Plymouth, known as America's Hometown, is full of historically significant places. Visiting them will give you a glimpse into the past when our forefathers began a new life here.