Expanding the Historical Narrative
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Plymouth, MA is town steeped in history with a powerful origin story that is known across the United States and across the world. As our town simultaneously engages in commemorating the 400th anniversary of the arrival of the Mayflower, surviving a pandemic, and the national conversation and racial reckoning of the Black Lives Matter Movement there is an incredible opportunity for racial healing and learning at the intersection of history, truth and reconciliation. Plymouth is proud to be part of this national conversation and held a peaceful vigil on June 3rd followed by a Juneteenth celebration. The Plymouth community is determined to Be the Positive Change as we keep learning and continue to support important conversations about history, diversity, and equity.
Under the Rock is a challenge to Plymouth and beyond to spend the month of August discovering the history that the centering of Plymouth Rock might have obscured as we look beyond and under the rock to discover the stories of Indigenous people, enslaved Africans, suffragettes, allies in the struggle, and others whose powerful stories can create new inspiration. These stories can serve as reminders of the resilience, struggle for justice and equity, and the right to vote that is part of the rich history of our town. Finding what is Under the Rock also presents a window into the future of a community that is becoming more diverse every year as we plan for the next 400 years of Plymouth.