Trip to See Mayflower II Restoration in Mystic Seaport

Join our friends from Plimoth Plantation on May 6 for a unique, behind-the-scenes trip to Mystic Seaport to visit Mayflower II while she is undergoing the second phase of her restoration work at the renowned Henry B. duPont Preservation Shipyard. The ship is scheduled to return to Plymouth Harbor in June for the season, so this is a wonderful opportunity to see first-hand the incredible craftsmanship of both museums' skilled shipwrights and maritime artisans while she is still at Mystic Seaport.

This is a rare opportunity to learn about the art of wooden shipbuilding and restoration and how Plimoth Plantation is keeping it alive in collaboration with Mystic Seaport. This multi-year, multi-million preservation project, once fully funded, will ensure that Mayflower II can continue to fulfill her educational mission and serve as an enduring symbol of hope and freedom.

DETAILS
Date: Friday, May 6, 2016
Transportation: Please plan to meet at Mystic Seaport (about a two-hour trip from Plymouth). Click here for a map to Mystic.

Time: Meet the Plimoth Plantation group at the Seaport's main entrance at 10:45 AM sharp. Upon admission, we will proceed immediately to the duPont Shipyard for an exclusive presentation by Whit Perry, Plimoth Plantation's Director of Maritime Preservation and Operations, and Quentin Snediker, Mystic Seaport's Shipyard Director. During the presentation, you observe first-hand the artisans at work on Mayflower II's restoration.

At 12:15 the group will gather for lunch in the Planetarium classroom.

After lunch you will be free to explore Mystic Seaport at your leisure and enjoy all that the wonderful "Museum of America and the Sea" has to offer!

Price (including lunch)
Adults: Plimoth Plantation Member $50 / Non-member $60
Kids 6-17 (not recommended for children under 6): Member $30 / Non-member $35

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