Historic Lyceum Building Renovated
The historic Lyceum building, built on top of the former site of Bridget Bishop‘s apple orchard, has recently been renovated. The building is reportedly haunted by the ghost of Bridget… Read more »
Category: Colonial Era
History of the First Thanksgiving
The first Thanksgiving was a harvest celebration held by the pilgrims of Plymouth colony in the 17th century. Many myths surround the first Thanksgiving. Very little is actually known about… Read more »
The Mayflower Compact
The Mayflower Compact was a social contract the pilgrims signed in November 1620 in order to establish law and order in the new colony. It is an important primary source… Read more »
History of the Salem Witch Trials
The Salem Witch Trials of 1692 were a dark time in American history. More than 200 people were accused of practicing witchcraft and 20 were killed during the hysteria. Ever… Read more »
History of the Mayflower Ship
The Mayflower is one of the most important ships in American history. This cargo ship brought the pilgrims to Massachusetts during the Great Puritan Migration in the 17th century. These… Read more »