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Discovering Historic Plymouth & Cape Cod With Your Grandchild

Program No. 16349RJ
Journey to Plymouth Rock with your grandchild to find out about life in America 400 years ago for pilgrims and native people. Learn about the Mayflower, and watch for whales!

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At a Glance

Ahoy, matey! Hop aboard this Atlantic adventure on the coast of Massachusetts with your grandchild. Have you ever wanted to meet a pilgrim who sailed aboard the Mayflower? Now you can! At Plimoth Plantation, costumed colonists will tell you what it was like to live in America almost 400 years ago. Find out about their dangerous journey across the Atlantic Sea, and walk through houses like the ones they built in their new home of Plimoth (later spelled Plymouth). Meet boat scientists who will help you navigate Atlantic waterways, and grab your binoculars as you search the waters for the largest mammal on earth: the whale. Plus, go on a scavenger hunt and have fun swimming in the ocean!
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking up to two miles a day on uneven terrain. Sitting and standing during lectures and activities. Riding motor coach for around 1-1.5 hour a day.

What You'll Learn

  • Step into the lives of Pilgrims and Native Americans who lived in the region through living history exhibits and workshops at the Plimoth Patuxet Museum.
  • While onboard a research vessel, become a scientist yourself as you fill your test tubes with plankton to learn about Cape Cod’s marine animals.
  • Set out on a whale watching expedition in Plymouth Harbor.

General Notes

Program is for grandchildren ages 7-10.
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George Schmidt
George Schmidt has been leading groups along the East Coast – from Williamsburg to Boston – for over 15 years. He now focuses on Boston, Plymouth, Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket. He has had an eclectic career, spending time in industry, academia, and being self-employed. George has traveled to over 100 countries and all seven continents. He is active in his hometown of Mashpee, where he has served on the Finance and School Committees, both of which he has had the privilege of chairing.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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George Schmidt has been leading groups along the East Coast – from Williamsburg to Boston – for over 15 years. He now focuses on Boston, Plymouth, Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket. He has had an eclectic career, spending time in industry, academia, and being self-employed. George has traveled to over 100 countries and all seven continents. He is active in his hometown of Mashpee, where he has served on the Finance and School Committees, both of which he has had the privilege of chairing.
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Ellie Rose View biography
Ellie Rose was born in Scotland and raised in Canada and the U.S. She had the privilege of being able to travel globally and has always brought her children with her. She worked for over 40 years for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. When she retired, she knew she wasn’t ready to really stop working. Her passion was traveling and working with people, which led her to her current career.
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Meals
13 Meals
5 Breakfasts
4 Lunches
4 Dinners
The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Low Fat, Low Salt
Lodging
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Jul 07, 2024 - Jul 12, 2024
  • Jul 07, 2024 - Jul 12, 2024
  • Jun 23, 2024 - Jun 28, 2024
  • Jul 07, 2024 - Jul 12, 2024
  • Jun 22, 2025 - Jun 27, 2025
  • Jul 06, 2025 - Jul 11, 2025
  • Jul 13, 2025 - Jul 18, 2025
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