In Plymouth, Thanksgiving is observed in two different ways; Pilgrim’s Progress, which celebrates the survival of the original Mayflower passengers; and the National Day of Mourning, which highlights the struggles faced by Native Americans. WATD’s Dan McCready looks at both perspectives.
Many Native Americans and their supporters came out in droves for the National Day of Mourning in Plymouth on Thanksgiving Day. They gathered on Cole’s Hill at noon to remember and celebrate Native American culture and their ancestors. Organizer Kisha James said the Pilgrim/Native American experience was often difficult and contentious. Kisha James […]
Plymouth Town Meeting Member Pat McCarthy speaks with WATD’s Dan McCready about the “No Horse Track, No Way! Rally & Organizing Event” which will take place at 1 p.m. Saturday at Coles Hill on Water St. Plymouth. Photo Credit: Rally Poster