"The Story of Thanksgiving" Dinner - November 27, 2025 2:30 p.m.

Thanksgiving is America's holiday and Plymouth is the heart of this national celebration. This November, come home to Plymouth. Based on the menu that was served at the Harvard Club after President Lincoln declared Thanksgiving a National Holiday, this plated meal features classic roast turkey and all the traditional New England trimmings.

Enjoy the company of your family and friends for a Thanksgiving experience like no other. When you arrive, we'll greet you and personally help you find your table. Once seated, a Museum Educator and Historical Performer will regale our dinner guests with thought-stirring, inspiring remarks. People come from around the country and the world to be at Plimoth Patuxet for this special meal.

Tickets sales begin May 1, 2025, for Museum members and June 1, 2025, for non-members. Not yet a member? Join here.

MENU

Accompaniments:

• Relish Tray
• Dinner Rolls and Cornbread
• Wood Pressed Apple Cider

APPETIZER

• Lobster Bisque

MAIN COURSE

• Roast Native Turkey with Giblet Gravy
• Traditional Stuffing
• Mashed Potatoes
• Winter Squash
• Green Beans
• Cranberry Relish
• Warm Rolls
• Corn Bread

DESSERTS

• Warm Indian Pudding
• Pumpkin Pie ​
• Apple Pie

Kindly note that Member tickets are limited to the number of people included in your membership. For more information on your current membership, please call our Membership Desk at (508) 746-1622, ext 8223.

If you would like to explore our many membership benefits, or become a new member at Plimoth Patuxet Museums, you may do so by visiting our membership page.

FAQs:

What is the difference between the Thanksgiving Day Homestyle Buffet and "The Story of Thanksgiving" Dinner?

Both of these popular dining options are held in modern functions rooms with linen and china. "The Story of Thanksgiving" Dinner offers a plated meal with elements of entertainment from Historical Performers. The Thanksgiving Day Homestyle Buffet is a delicious buffet with classic Thanksgiving food and does not include entertainment.

W here are the meals held?

The Thanksgiving Day Homestyle Buffet, "The Story of Thanksgiving" Dinner, and New England Harvest Feast are held in modern function rooms.

What is included with a ticket purchase?

In addition to the selected meal, the ticket price includes Museum admission, tax & service. Two-day Museum admission includes: the 17th-Century English Village, Historic Patuxet Homesite, Mayflower II, Plimoth Grist Mill, Craft Center and Nye Barn. (valid through November 30, 2025).

How is seating arranged?

All seating is assigned. All tables will be communal seating with a family-style meal. Special requests such as wheelchair accommodations or high chair needs, can be accommodated with advanced notice. If you are coming with a group and have bought tickets separately please email ZWFsbGFyZCB8IHBsaW1vdGggISBvcmc= so that we may seat members of your party together.

How do I request dietary accomodations?

While we may offer some dietary accommodations, we are not able to fulfill all requests during this busy time. To request a dietary accommodation, please email RWFsbGFyZCB8IFBsaW1vdGggISBvcmc=.

How should I dress?

We recommend business casual dress. If you will be visiting the Museum sites included with your ticket purchase (excluding walk-in buffet) we recommend dressing for the weather and wearing comfortable shoes.

Is public transportation available?

Public transportation on Thanksgiving Day, including rideshare services, are very limited/not available in the Town of Plymouth.

Additional Questions? Please Contact:

E rin Allard

Operations Manager, Plentiful Catering

ZWFsbGFyZCB8IHBsaW1vdGggISBvcmc= | (508) 746-1622 x8363

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