BRISTOL, RI – Four centuries after settlers celebrated the first Thanksgiving holidays in New England, myths and stories abound. In November, Bristol’s Mount Hope Farm will host a birthday to teach the public and mark the 400th anniversary.
“To commemorate the centennial quarter of what we today call Thanksgiving, we are presenting reports ranging from storytelling, crafts, cart rides, and a hike along our farm trail to a theater presentation, a book discussion, and a rare opportunity for King Philip’s Headquarters. “said Brenda Turchetta, executive director of Mount Hope Farm.
The birthday party will take place on November 7, 11 BC. plants, as well as performances through Native American percussionists.
The panel discussion will feature local historians Donald Brown, Patrick Conley and David Weed, who will talk about myths and truths about the three-day holiday among local Indigenous tribes and pilgrims who marked the first Thanksgiving celebration.
While pilgrim settlers were in Plymouth, Massachusetts, Mount Hope Farm has a special connection to the 1621 birthday party. Massasoit Ousamequin, the “big boss” of Pokanoket, lived in the domain where the farm now stands and traveled with 90 members. from the tribe to the feast of Thanksgiving.
“We look forward to the opportunity to welcome Pokanoket Sagamore Po Wauipi Neimpaug (William Guy), the tenth-generation descendant of massasoit Osamequin, who will be available to pass on the history of his people,” Turchetta said.
Occasion and parking will be free, sometimes requiring pre-registration due to capacity restrictions. See the full program below.
Learn about the early population of mount Hope lands from members of the Pokanoket tribe and stop at a real Native American Wetu. Ongoing activities include cooking demonstrations, basket weaving and handicrafts, as well as discussions about medicinal plants.
Mrs Katz and her hats are inscribed in Bristol’s Rogers Library to read Thanksgiving stories and make similar crafts.
Enjoy the magnificent insights of our Mount Hope Farm assets as you ride our trails in a hay cart generously through Frerichs Farm of Warren.
The improv players at Roger Williams University tell the story of John Aden and his fellow travelers, adding their about the Mayflower and early days in New England.
A rare opportunity for the site where King Philip (Metacomet) met with tribal leaders from across the region. Pokanoket Sagamore Po Wauipi Neimpaug (William Guy), descendant of the tenth generation of Massasoit Osamequin, will be provided to pass on the story of his people Pre-registration is required.
Amy Belding Brown’s ancient novel explores the life of a Puritan woman with the Native Americans of the Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1676. Read the eBook (available in Rogers’ free library, Amazon, etc. ) and subscribe to the discussion of this evocative story.
This beautiful e-book on the importance of giving thanks to life is displayed along the path of our Farm. Walk around and enjoy their art and message.
Pilgrims were crossing the Atlantic when William Bradford signed the Mayflower Contract to enact his own legislation and elect leaders for flexible government. In addition, he is credited with suggesting the first holiday of Thanksgiving. Learn more about her story in this introductory video.
Join local historians Donald Brown, Patrick Conley and David Weed to explore myths and truths about the first Thanksgiving that brought together Pilgrims and Native Americans in a three-day harvest festival and festival.