Pilgrim Hall Museum

Location: 75 Court St. (Rt. 3A), Plymouth

Time: Daily 9:30am-4:30pm

Age appropriateness: All ages

Cost: Varies

The Pilgrim Hall Museum, called America’s museum of Pilgrim possessions, is just one of many wonderful family sites located in Plymouth, MA. The museum endeavors to tell the story of America’s founding through exhibitions of Pilgrim and Native American possessions and artifacts.

The collections at this fascinating museum include furniture such as cradles, chests, and chairs; arms and armor; portraits and historic paintings; 17th century personal and household items; and the vessel Sparrow Hawk, which brought 25 Pilgrims from England to America in 1626. The Sparrow Hawk represents the only surviving remains of a 17th century trans-Atlantic vessel!

The Pilgrim Hall Museum hosts many special events, including monthly Family Weeks which include free admission for children under the age of 17 and arts and crafts projects that resemble the activities enjoyed by 17th century kids, like embroidering or quilting. There’s also a museum shop onsite for purchasing fun souvenirs to remember your visit to Salem.