# Event Details - **Event Name**: Lunch & Learn: “The General Fundamentals” - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Feed your brain! Pack your lunch and join us for an hour-long Lunch & Learn lecture series!About this Event“The General Fundamentals”: The First Bill of Rights in the English-speaking WorldBetween 1620 and 1627, many adult men in Plymouth (who were not indentured servants) were stockholders in the colony’s joint-stock assets, speculative economic ventures, and liabilities. They also participated in its governance. The colonists began using the term "freemen" early on — indicating a citizen of the colony who possessed the right to vote for the Governor and Assistants and the right to hold office. Women and servants were not eligible for freeman status.In the constitutional realm, between 1636 and 1671, Plymouth colonists crafted a declaration called The General Fundamentals which stressed their desire for self-governance as freemen. This has been viewed by legal historians as one of the earliest forms of a demand for representative government and individual rights in the American colonies. Their opening statement follows:We, the Associates of New Plymouth, coming hither as freeborn subjects of the State of England, endowed with all and singular; the privileges belonging to such being; Assembled, Do enact, ordain and constitute; that no act, imposition, law or ordinance, be made or imposed upon us, at present or to come, but such as shall be made or imposed by consent of the Body of Freemen or Associates, or their representatives legally assembled, which is according to the free liberties of the State of England.Speaker Bio:Richard Pickering is the Deputy Executive Director at Plimoth Patuxet Museums. He has been with the Museum for more than 30 years and has served as a historical role player, research associate, Director of Education and Director of Special Projects. He is currently a PhD candidate in English at the University of Connecticut. He also studied English and American Studies in graduate programs at the College of William and Mary. Richard oversees the Museum’s ongoing research as well as educational and theatrical programs. He has spoken at the United Nations and Smithsonian National Museum of American History and has appeared on NPR, PBS, History Channel, NECN, NBC News, ABC's The Chew, and Martha Stewart Living Radio. He also worked on Ric Burns' film The Pilgrims for American Experience.Options for online and in-person available.This program is funded in part by a grant from the Plymouth Local Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.Not yet a member? Join now.FAQsHow can I contact the organizer with any questions?Please contact Christina Basler, Director of Guest Services and Group Programs, at (508) 746-1622 ext. 8107 or by emailing cbasler@plimoth.org, with any questions or if you would like to purchase tickets over the phone.How do I access the event on Zoom?Z oom info will be on the bottom of your ticket. A reminder with the link is also sent 1 hour before the program is set to begin.What can I bring into the event?You may bring a bagged lunch or snack to enjoy while you experience the lecture series. Our Plentiful Café is open from March 14 to November 29. Lunch is not included in the ticket price.Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?You do not have to bring your printed ticket to the event. You may give your name to the Event Facilitator at check-in.What's the cancellation/refund policy?If you need to cancel or reschedule your event program, please contact Christina Basler, Director of Guest Services and Group Programs, at 508-746-1622, ext. 8107 or via email, cbasler@plimoth.org, as soon as possible, within the following time frames:At least two weeks withdrawal notice is required for a full refund.No refund or credit will be received, when given less than 7 days notice, for cancellation or reschedule; all sales are final.We reserve the right to cancel an event (low enrollment, inclement weather, etc.) with at least 48-hour advance notification and you will receive a refund for your ticket price.Not yet a member? Join now. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/plymouth/lunch-and-learn-the-general-fundamentals/100001981343034352 - **Event Categories**: Entertainment, Nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Plymouth - **state**: MA - **country**: United States - **location**: Plimoth Patuxet Museums - **lat**: 41.938166 - **long**: -70.62533200000001 - **full address**: Plimoth Patuxet Museums, 137 Warren Avenue, Plymouth, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Lunch & Learn: “The General Fundamentals” - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/d960049ed2e9396cca825629e45fd812917ed681132967bda7d3bef1561dd049-rimg-w1200-h601-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1775248468 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Lunch & Learn: “The General Fundamentals” being held? - **A:** Lunch & Learn: “The General Fundamentals” takes place on Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Plimoth Patuxet Museums, 137 Warren Avenue, Plymouth, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Lunch & Learn: “The General Fundamentals”? - **A:** Lunch & Learn: “The General Fundamentals” is organized by Plimoth Patuxet: Commemorating 400 Years 1620-2020. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Lunch & Learn: “The General Fundamentals”", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/d960049ed2e9396cca825629e45fd812917ed681132967bda7d3bef1561dd049-rimg-w1200-h601-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1775248468", "startDate": "2026-05-07T12:00:00-04:00", "endDate": "2026-05-07T13:00:00-04:00", "url": "https://allevents.in/plymouth/lunch-and-learn-the-general-fundamentals/100001981343034352", "eventStatus": "https://schema.org/EventScheduled", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Plimoth Patuxet Museums", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "137 Warren Avenue", "postalCode": "02360", "addressLocality": "Plymouth", "addressRegion": "MA", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "41.938166", "longitude": "-70.62533200000001" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Feed your brain! 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The museum is a Smithsonian Institution Affiliate that includes Mayflower, a full-scale reproduction of the original ship that sailed to Plymouth in 1620 and Plimoth Grist Mill. Visit our Craft Center and Plimoth Bread Company. Enjoy independent films at Plimoth Cinema.\r\nWhat Matters\r\nOur guests' experience is at the heart of what we do. The setting, the staff and a compelling approach to history combine to provide a memorable visitor experience. We are successful when a satisfied visitor recommends us to family and friends." } ] } ] ```