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Historical Insights into the Thanksgiving Story
The gathering at Plimoth Plantation was not quite what is portrayed in US history books. But it is possible to reinterpret the holiday from a larger point of view.
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Martha's Vineyard
Martha's Vineyard is located seven miles off the southeast coast of Massachusetts and named for Bartholomew Gosnold's daughter and for the grapes that grow on the island.
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The Wampanoag Indians of New England
The Wampanoags are now a part of American folklore, tied to the Pilgrim and Thanksgiving myths. But their side of the story has elements of real tragedy.
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Thanksgiving Indians
The Wampanoag Indians were the tribe that helped the Pilgrims through that first Spring and came to the first Thanksgiving.
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The Tradition of Thanksgiving
Upon researching, one would be surprised at the disparity of facts surrounding our traditional Thanksgiving celebration and the early Thanksgivings recorded in History.
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America's First Thanksgiving
The first Thanksgiving was a combination of Indian and European traditions in celebration of a bountiful harvest, and became a holiday centuries later.
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The Black Heritage Trail Museums
The Museum of African-American History includes the first black church building built in Boston and the oldest African Meeting House still standing.
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What the Pilgrims Ate in 1621
The meal shared by Pilgrims and Indians was not the traditional Thanksgiving meal eaten by many Americans today.
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The Story of Thanksgiving
The Wampanoag and Squanto saved the settlers of Plymouth Colony from starvation during thier first winter in North America.
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An American Thanksgiving Through theYears
Learn about the context of your antiques and enjoy a special Thanksgiving experience by visiting a Living History Museum near you!
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An Island Paradise--Nantucket
Nantucket lies 30 miles off the New England Coast. Although compact in size, its history, unspoiled beaches and beautiful sunsets impress even the most seasoned traveler.
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Colonial American Foods and Diets
Although there was no turkey at the first Thanksgiving, early settlers learned to cultivate new crops, hunt deer and fowl, and create diverse, healthy diets.
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Learn about King Philip's War: Rehoboth
Angela Elwell Hunt's novel Rehoboth describes in great detail a "forgotten" event in colonial history, known as King Philip's war. The greatest uprising of the native population against the English settlers, King Philip's war lasted over a full year (1675-1676), and took more lives, per capita, than any other war fought on American soil.
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Legally Troubled
The Cape Wind Project is the subject of two Massachusetts court actions. Opponents sue to have the licence revoked. Supporters say all the concerns have been answered.
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Plymouth Plantation
Seeking religious freedom, the Pilgrims founded Plymouth Plantation in 1620 and have become known as the Founding Fathers of America.
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The First Thanksgiving Feast in the New World
Meat and fish were plentiful but what kind of vegetables did the pilgrims and native people share at the first Thanksgiving? Here, we will take a look at what is known.
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Facts and Myths About Thanksgiving
The Thanksgiving holiday is represented as a tradition similar to the one celebrated by many Americans today. However, such is not really the case.
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Non-traditional Thanksgiving Meals
Spice up Thanksgiving dinner with a new meat. Try turduken, pot roast or fried chicken. Grill seafood and steak. Bake a lasagna or roll tamales. Start a new tradition.
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The Best Activity for Kids on Thanksgiving
Kids love treasure hunts and organizing one is fun for the adults too. Think up interesting clues and hide them. Then let the kids loose to find the treasure.
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