Pilgrim Monument Blog
Bring the Mayflower Home to Provincetown!
Join us for “Humor for Humanity” with Jimmy Tingle on September 19, 2019 at Provincetown Town Hall and help bring the Mayflower II home to Provincetown for the 400th anniversary of the Mayflower Pilgrims’ first landing in Provincetown in 1620!
Proceeds from the fundraiser will support the Mayflower II’s week-long visit in September 2020 when the ship will be docked in Provincetown Harbor where visitors will have the opportunity to tour the ship.
Autism and Acceptance: Lighting a Better Way
For the 3rd year, the Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum is participating in “Light It Up Blue” for Autism Acceptance Month. Read on to learn more.
Stories I’ve Heard: Women’s History in Provincetown
In honor of Women’s History Month, Board President, Courtney Hurst shares stories about women who’ve impacted and influenced Provincetown’s rich history.
Stories I’ve Heard: A Salute to Black History in Provincetown
Provincetown is rich with black history. Courtney Hurst retells some of the stories she’s heard over the years, including Ella Fitzgerald at the A-House
A look back at 2020 and elevating PMPM in 2021
Executive Director, K. David Weidner, Ph.D. reflects on PMPM’s great 2020 season.
Time to shine!
By K. David Weidner, Ph.D., Executive Director The Pilgrim Monument lighting will occur at 6pm ET on November 11, 2020. The PMPM grounds will not be open to the public during the lighting We are heading into one of my favorite times of the year. I love the cool autumn...
ICYMI – PMPM’s Provincetown 400 Virtual Gala a Great Success
On Saturday October 10, Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum (PMPM) held its first-ever Virtual Gala. Read about the great evening!
Giving a voice to those without one: Remembering Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Executive Director, Dr. K. David Weidner reflects on the passing of Supreme Court Justine Ruth Bader Ginsburg and what she means to PMPM.
The Pilgrim Woman: A Q&A with Sculptor, Podcaster and Adventurer, Rachel Carter
We sat down with artist, Rachel Carter to learn about her voyage across the Atlantic on a cargo ship and her time as PMPM’s artist in residence.
A History of Monumental Achievement and Coincidences
Learn of history repeating itself and odd coincidences surrounding Provincetown’s “monumental achievements.”
Helping build Provincetown’s future: A Q&A with Bradford Access Project donor Jay Cashman, founder of Jay Cashman, Inc.
PMPM and Jay Cashman connected about what BAP means to him and his ties to the Provincetown and the Pilgrim Monument (PMPM).
Shining a Light on Justice and Equality
On June 2, 2020 at 8:46 p.m., the Pilgrim Monument turned off its lights for 9 nights, in honor of the last 9 minutes of George Floyd’s life.
Shed a Little Light: Monument Pays Tribute to Essential and Frontline Workers
During the month of May, the Pilgrim Monument will be lit up in red and blue in honor of our essential workers on the frontlines.
Connecting Provincetown’s Future: Updates on the Bradford Access Project
By K. David Weidner, Ph.D., Executive Director Prior to recent events, many of you who live in the Provincetown area and have traveled down Bradford Street may have noticed light work had started on our Bradford Access Project (BAP). Later in May, construction will be...
Build the Pilgrim Monument for a Chance to Win 2 Tickets to PMPM!
We invite you to use your imagination and build your own version of the Pilgrim Monument. Winners will be selected each week to win tickets.
Beacon in Blue: Monument Shines Light on Autism
By K. David Weidner, Ph.D., Executive Director For the second year, the Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum (PMPM) will join iconic landmarks worldwide as we “Light It Up Blue” throughout April for World Autism Month. Our hope is to turn the Monument into a...
Our Story: A Q&A with Curator of Upcoming Exhibit Addressing Portrayal of Wampanoag Tribe, Pilgrim Relationship
“Our Story” is curated by SmokeSygnals, the leading Native American creative agency in the Northeast, led by Paula and Steven Peters, a mother and son who are members of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe. PMPM caught up with creative head, Steven (SP), to discuss the exhibit’s goals and how it’s shaping up.
Chamber Music for the Outer Cape presents the second concert in its American Voices series: America Sings!
On Feb 29, Chamber Music for the Outer Cape returns to PMPM with the second performance in the American Voices series: “America Sings.” Here is what you can expect!
Gearing Up for 2020
2020 is going to be a great year for PMPM and Provincetown and will be our springboard into the future. Even though PMPM is closed currently, we are very busy planning and preparing for the new season, starting April 1, and all the excitement that will be Provincetown 400.
What to See and Do at Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum
Looking for fun things to do in Provincetown? Come and visit us at the Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum where we are open and welcoming visitors for the 2019 season. Take an invigorating climb up the iconic 252-foot granite Monument, visible from nearly...
Thirsty, Pilgrims?
In honor of the 400th anniversary of the Mayflower Pilgrims first landing in Provincetown and their interaction with the native Wampanoag people, we are proud to announce a very special drink created for Provincetown 400 by Truro Vineyards of Cape Cod, “The 2020.”...