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Tara G.

This is adorable little grist mill to see when in Plymouth. It's tucked behind some trees. There is plenty of parking. It's not a grand sight to see, but it's definitely worth a stop. We didn't go inside, but did get some photos and a short video outside of it working.

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Stephen Z.

A MUST DO! ONLY OPEN ON THE WEEKENDS & HOLIDAYS. What a Beautiful Picture Perfect Water Wheel, Waterfall & Grist Mill. There's also a Picnic Area across the Street on a pond with New England Fall Foliage that looks like it came from a Movie in a Make Believe Town. Perfect! They also have a Tiny Gift Store here with all Cape Cod local products. The Parking here is Free right across the street at Jenney Pond. I recommend that you purchase The Heritage Weekend Pass so you can Save some Money & get to see all 3 places in Plymouth: The Mayflower Ship, The Grist Mill & the Plimouth Plantation. Before you enter the building you will see a Powerful Water area below you which has been diverted from the Town Brook to provide Power for the 14 foot Water Wheel & Waterfall. The Plimoth Grist Mill Tour itself takes only about 15 minutes. They explain about the Corn & the grinding process. This building is a reproduction of the 1636 mill, built in the late 1960s. Some of the parts are from a 19th Century mill in Pennsylvania. The colonists spent the first 13 years pounding their corn by hand. The production of Meal became easier when Stephen Deane got the OK to build a Water Wheel to beat the corn. He died a few years later & The Colony gave permission for John Jenney to erect a mill for grinding corn with millstones. After his death Sarah Jenney continued to operate the mill. The Pilgrims grew Indian Corn or Maize. Corn became the foundation of the Plymouth economy & was considered more precious than silver. The Colonists also traded corn for beaver with Native people. Downstairs they were Cooking something Hot on the Stove & they gave me the Recipe to celebrate an Authentic 400 year old Thanksgiving which I took a picture of & posted. The Water Wheel is made out of Cypress. The Waterfall & Water Wheel were all artistically Decorated for Fall with Pumpkins. The Sound of the flowing water really relaxes & calms you. They have a tiny little gift store but it's jammed packed with Fun Stuff & all kinds of locally made & sourced products from Cape Cod. After you are done buy a Lunch from one of the local restaurants or bring your own & have a Picturesque New England Picnic on the Beautiful Jenney Pond that looks like a postcard with the Fall Foliage & Wildlife. What a Fantastic Day! Everyone loved it. It used to be, you had to have Mega Bucks & be really rich to have the Good Life, not anymore. The Game has changed. You've been Upgraded. Now You Can Live Like a King on a Limited Budget

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Jennifer M.

The mill was in complete operation during our visit and then we actually got to watch them stop it and take it apart to clean it. Fantastic little gift shop on the property as well with lots of great food items and souvenirs.

Anita W.

Even though we didn't see the mill in operation, the brief history and explanation of how the mill works was very interesting! The whole area is very serene, beautiful, fresh (air), and scenic - reminds me of scenery you would find in a calendar). It was a great learning opportunity for adults and kids to learn about the area and the mill's operation and the small gift store downstairs was a nice touch.

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Julia F.

Great tour! This was a great tour for both adults and kids. They show you how the mill works and how to work the machines. They have a big area with grits the kids can sift and touch. The did great job making it kid friendly. Matt was a really good at doing demonstrations. Highly recommended!

John S.

I was hoping for something more authentic, I found it rather displeasing having the flagpole where it is and the lobster decorations. I understand it's a rebuild yet It appears to be more of a local Learning Center for people in the community to learn from as teenagers. Good teacher inside on Thanksgiving Day.

Cheryl B.

We didn't get to hear about the mill as we got here too late but it seems like it would be an interesting tour. The waterfall did make for a nice photo opportunity.

Wesley W.

Sales staff was very friendly and helpful. The tour guides / millers very willingly and enthusiastically shared their craft and the areas history with us. Their passion was easy to see as we asked questions and they talked of their own tours of other mills.

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Great find, food was hot, great servers and reasonable price. Recommend highly. Great seating , large tv for Sport viewing

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Even though we didn't see the mill in operation, the brief history and explanation of how the mill works was very interesting!

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Plymouth Rock - The building housing the rock

Plymouth Rock

3.6(213 reviews)
0.3 mi

I mean yeah it's small but it's a part of history....I think. I heard a local say it's not the…read moreoriginal rock but a replica.... Anyway it's right at the water and you can see other landmarks within walking distance. They have a community map posted so you can see where you're at. There is video surveillance at the rock so they take it seriously. Free to see and there is street parking if you can find a space, even in the winter it was full.

Let's be honest Plymouth Rock is probably one of the most famously underwhelming landmarks in…read moreAmerica. And yet... you've got to go see it. Yes, it's just a rock. A relatively small one at that, engraved with "1620" and sitting behind a protective railing like it's the crown jewels. But what it lacks in physical grandeur, it makes up for in historical and cultural weight. You're looking at a symbol not of a single event but of an entire mythology that shaped a country. Here's what stood out: The Rock Itself It's surprisingly humble--weather-worn, cracked, and modest. Some will say it's a letdown. But for those who take a moment to pause, there's something powerful about standing in front of a symbol that's been argued over, protected, and remembered for centuries. Surrounding Area Pilgrim Memorial State Park is clean, well-maintained, and offers gorgeous views of Plymouth Harbor. The flowers are in bloom, interpretive signs help tell the real story (including the messy parts), and statues like William Bradford's add deeper historical context. Photos? Sure. Perspective? Even Better. It might not wow your Instagram followers, but you don't come to Plymouth Rock for spectacle. You come for reflection. And maybe a chuckle or two that something this small could mean so much to a whole country. Final Word: Plymouth Rock is less about the rock itself and more about what we choose to see when we look at it. Go for the history, stay for the perspective and maybe grab a photo with Governor Bradford while you're at it. #PlymouthRock #PilgrimMemorialPark #HistoryInStone #SmallButMighty #PlymouthMA #AmericanOrigins #It'sTheLittleThings #PuddingCreekTrestleApproved

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Plymouth 9/11 Memorial

Plymouth 9/11 Memorial

5.0(3 reviews)
2.0 mi

What makes this impressive memorial even more impressive is that it was built with private funds,…read moreand it reportedly was the first monument to bear the names of every single person killed on 9/11 -- in New York, Shanksville, and at the Pentagon. It features seven black granite slabs engraved with the names - the police, the firefighters, the office workers, the flight crews and the airline passengers. There is also a 9/11 steel beam and figures of a firefighter and police officer. It was dedicated on September 11, 2004 and was created by local businessman Richard J. Quintal, Jr. In fact, the memorial is located at his produce store on South Spooner Street. Quintal was so deeply affected by 9/11 that he took out a mortgage to fund the lion's share of the $85,000 cost. The shortfall came from private donations. It's a spectacular sight. The plaza also includes ten flagpoles with all sorts of flags, including one for each branch of the armed services. There is a gorgeous etching of the pre-9/11 skyline prominently showing the Twin Towers, there is a quote from Mayor Giuliani about courage and patriotism and freedom, and there are benches to sit and reflect. By the way, what did Mr. Quintal, Jr. do to mark the tenth anniversary of 9/11 Day? He had a tattoo of the towers inked onto his arm.

Very nice place to go with the kids read names and take in a tragic part of history…read more Very informative and a wonderful teaching expert experience

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Hedge House

Hedge House

5.0(1 review)
0.5 mi

The Hedge House is a historical landmark @ 126 Water St., next to the Plymouth Visitors Center…read more It was originally built on Court St. by sea captain William Hammatt in 1809. It was subsequently purchased in 1830 by Thomas Hedge, one of Plymouth's early industrialists & entrepreneurs. His family lived there until 1918 when the last family member died. The home was almost demolished to make way for Memorial Hall, but was saved by the Plymouth Antiquarian Society, which is dedicated to preserving historic houses and landmarks, & moved to its current location. From 2002-2007 the Hedge House underwent an extensive restoration & was brought back to its original pristine condition. It is a fine example of Federal period architecture, & the original Carriage House still stands. Interior rooms, some of which are octagonal, display 19th century American furnishings, paintings, textiles, & toys. The Rose T. Briggs Memorial Garden fills the side & back yards with beautiful perennials in full bloom. The museum is open June - August, Wednesday - Sunday, 2pm to 6pm. The vast front lawn is the last piece of open green space on the Plymouth Waterfront. The Plymouth Antiquarian Society envisions a community venue that will be in place by 2020, in time for the 400th Anniversary of the Pilgrims' Landing on Plymouth Rock. An effort is underway to raise the necessary funds.

From the owner: The 1809 Hedge House features period wallpaper and furnishings.read more

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