Plimoth Grist Mill
Plimoth Grist Mill
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Located in historic downtown Plymouth, Massachusetts, a short walk from Mayflower, the Plimoth Grist Mill is a reconstruction of the first mill built by the Pilgrims in Plymouth Colony on the same site in 1636, using the water source of Town Brooke as the power. Explore the science, engineering, math and technology inside a working grist mill. Discover the accomplishments of America's early engineers. Learn about past peoples and cultures, and the ecology of Town Brooke. In the spring, see the annual Herring Run and learn about the herrings' significance to the Wampanoag and Pilgrim story.
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Richard S
Angmering, UK501 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
This is a fantastic working museum, showcasing the technology from the 1700s. All the staff are friendly and very knowledgeable, making the whole experience really interesting!
Written 15 October 2023
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smittync
Charlotte, NC380 contributions
Sep 2023 • Family
The museum was an eye opener. The re-enactors that were there gave a thorough and interesting overview of the mills workings and how it was the center of life in the village.
Written 3 October 2023
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TravelingBum10
United States2,706 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Very beautiful. We were able to reach this place by walking the Brewster garden trail. The whole thing was beautiful. I would go again. I did not go inside
Written 24 August 2023
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Scott D
7 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
Absolutely ridiculous. We paid for six people and they’re not even grinding and it’s a 1960s mill. False advertising and you can’t see it the process. Complete waste of time and money.
Written 21 April 2023
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DLP
New Jersey1,927 contributions
Sep 2022 • Family
Tickets can be purchased in combo with the living museum and the Mayflower. The grist Mill is a replica but is fully functional and continues to actively operate as a Mill today. Lots of good history to learn here.
Written 31 October 2022
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Linda F
Los Osos, CA5 contributions
Jun 2022
Interesting spot to check out, was included with purchase I chose to see Plymouth village and the ship. I was surprised to see such a nice picnic area around that area as well. They had a large parking lot close by so that made it easy to get to the Mill.
Written 7 July 2022
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Jack L
East Syracuse, NY815 contributions
Sep 2021
The present mill is a rebuilt replica of the first mill from the mid-1630's. The mill is fully functional milling corn, wheat, rye & barley depending on what type of grinding stone is being used. I didn't recall seeing any milling happening.
The first stop will be admissions at the gift shop where a visitor will be directed to. Once at the mill, Kim-one of two guides-will explain in detail the mill's history, people who ran & owned the mill and what type of mill stone will be used. After Kim's presentation she will ask fo any questions, she will encourage questions.
Just a short down a staircase, Kasey(s) will explain the gearing system and the turning shaft. Her part of the tour only lasted at 12 mintes. A complete visit probably will last at most one hour depending Kim & Kasey's explaining. A couple and myself started outside & moving inside. Kim would be part way through an explanation and more visitors would show up, causing to Kim to start again to a degree. There should to be set hours, like every half or three quarters between talks.
If a visitor has never viewed a mill of any type, they are in for a history lesson. A review can only inform so much, a visit is needed. There is a curved FREE parking lot. A visit is highly recommended.
NOTE: If a visitor is looking for Burial Hill, they only need to turn right out of the mill, walk uphill to Summer Street, cross Summer, walk under the Burial Hill Arch and walk uphill an asphalt walkway. At the end of the hill will be a brick staircase to the cemetery. There is a larger staircase to the right, which is probably the main steps.
The first stop will be admissions at the gift shop where a visitor will be directed to. Once at the mill, Kim-one of two guides-will explain in detail the mill's history, people who ran & owned the mill and what type of mill stone will be used. After Kim's presentation she will ask fo any questions, she will encourage questions.
Just a short down a staircase, Kasey(s) will explain the gearing system and the turning shaft. Her part of the tour only lasted at 12 mintes. A complete visit probably will last at most one hour depending Kim & Kasey's explaining. A couple and myself started outside & moving inside. Kim would be part way through an explanation and more visitors would show up, causing to Kim to start again to a degree. There should to be set hours, like every half or three quarters between talks.
If a visitor has never viewed a mill of any type, they are in for a history lesson. A review can only inform so much, a visit is needed. There is a curved FREE parking lot. A visit is highly recommended.
NOTE: If a visitor is looking for Burial Hill, they only need to turn right out of the mill, walk uphill to Summer Street, cross Summer, walk under the Burial Hill Arch and walk uphill an asphalt walkway. At the end of the hill will be a brick staircase to the cemetery. There is a larger staircase to the right, which is probably the main steps.
Written 21 June 2022
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Audrey N
Swansea, MA403 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
It was interesting, but we were not able to go on “grinding day”. I’m sure I would have given the museum a higher rating if we had seen the grinding. The staff are extremely nice and very helpful. The grounds are absolutely lovely.
Written 18 May 2022
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Rosemary W
1 contribution
Nov 2021 • Family
Kim and her team were fantastic! She and the two young people working with her were knowledgeable and enthusiastic. We got to see the mill actually working which was awesome. We got a combo ticket for the rest of the museum, and the mill was by far the best site. The information was great for the adults and the hands on stuff downstairs made even our youngest entertained.
Written 21 November 2021
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Greg T
Duluth, MN6 contributions
Sep 2021
Tour guide was very informative, patient and enthused. I had wished they were grinding corn but that is only on the weekend.
Written 2 October 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions about Plimoth Grist Mill
- Plimoth Grist Mill admission prices can vary. Entrance tickets currently cost HK$264.72, while a popular guided tour starts around HK$350.80 per person.
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