** 3-19-20 **
Mayflower 400 events cancelled or postponed as city deals with consequences of coronavirus
Plymouth Live (UK)
Many events commemorating the sailing of the Mayflower 400 years ago have been cancelled due to coronavirus. In light of the latest UK Government …
Coronavirus: live updates on Covid-19 in the West Country
ITV News (UK)
All Mayflower 400 celebration events taking place in Plymouth between March and May have been postponed or cancelled. Charles Hackett …
Mayflower Sails2020 in Navy Yard to be Postponed
Charlestown Patriot Bridge
Charlie Baker’s office regarding public gatherings and recommendations by the CDC, Mayflower Sails 2020 is being postponed. The original event …
Organizers of Mayflower Sails said the event, scheduled for May 14-19 at Charlestown Navy Yard in Boston, is being postponed while assessments ..
Biogen donates $10M to fight coronavirus pandemic
The Salem News
The event was also to mark a multimillion dollar restoration of the Mayflower II, a replica of the ship that brought to Pilgrims to the New World in 1620.
Mayflower Sails 2020, commemorating 400th anniversary of ship’s arrival, to be postponed
The Boston Globe
Mayflower Sails 2020, a celebration of the 400th anniversary of the original ship’s arrival on North American shores, has been postponed following …
Mayflower Sails postponed, Plymouth 400 offices closed
Wicked Local Plymouth
Mayflower Sails 2020 has been postponed and the Plymouth 400 Inc. office has been closed to the public. PLYMOUTH – The coronavirus has struck …
Essex 2020: Special effects guru to talk all things Dr Who and K9
Clacton and Frinton Gazette (UK)
It’s also a celebration of Essex’s contribution to science and engineering, and a chance to flaunt our historic Marconi, Winstanley and Mayflower …
Historic development at starting point of Mayflower voyage fully let
Bdaily (UK)
Grices Wharf, situated in Southwark’s Rotherhithe Village. Jane Imrie. Published by Correspondent Jane Imrie on 17 Mar 2020 …
Tom Jones gig on Plymouth Hoe is still going ahead this summer
Plymouth Live (UK)
… Tom Jones on Plymouth Hoe in 2020 adds to our incredible programme of events in the city as part of the Mayflower 400 commemoration year.”.
** 3-18-20 **
Mayflower Sails postponed, Plymouth 400 offices closed
Wicked Local Plymouth
Organizers of Mayflower Sails said the event, scheduled for May 14-19 at Charlestown Navy Yard in Boston, is being postponed while assessments ..
Biogen donates $10M to fight coronavirus pandemic
The Salem News
The event was also to mark a multimillion dollar restoration of the Mayflower II, a replica of the ship that brought to Pilgrims to the New World in 1620.
Mayflower Sails 2020, commemorating 400th anniversary of ship’s arrival, to be postponed
The Boston Globe
Mayflower Sails 2020, a celebration of the 400th anniversary of the original ship’s arrival on North American shores, has been postponed following …
Mayflower Sails postponed, Plymouth 400 offices closed
Wicked Local Plymouth
Mayflower Sails 2020 has been postponed and the Plymouth 400 Inc. office has been closed to the public. PLYMOUTH – The coronavirus has struck …
Essex 2020: Special effects guru to talk all things Dr Who and K9
Clacton and Frinton Gazette (UK)
It’s also a celebration of Essex’s contribution to science and engineering, and a chance to flaunt our historic Marconi, Winstanley and Mayflower …
Historic development at starting point of Mayflower voyage fully let
Bdaily (UK)
Grices Wharf, situated in Southwark’s Rotherhithe Village. Jane Imrie. Published by Correspondent Jane Imrie on 17 Mar 2020 …
Tom Jones gig on Plymouth Hoe is still going ahead this summer
Plymouth Live (UK)
… Tom Jones on Plymouth Hoe in 2020 adds to our incredible programme of events in the city as part of the Mayflower 400 commemoration year.”.
** 3-17-20 **
Mayflower Sails 2020, commemorating 400th anniversary of ship’s arrival, to be postponed
The Boston Globe
Mayflower Sails 2020, a celebration of the 400th anniversary of the original ship’s arrival on North American shores, has been postponed following …
Letter: ‘All Mayflower tourists will discover is potholes’
Harwich and Manningtree Standard (UK)
Is it soon that we can expect hordes of tourists for the Mayflower 400 celebrations? Well, how about giving them a little competition, charge £1 a go …
** 3-16-20 **
Worcester’s Cathedral’s big Mayflower celebration
Worcester News
The city of Worcester is to commemorate ‘Mayflower 400‘ with a ‘World Premiere’ Gala Concert, to be performed by a 200-strong choir in the cathedral, …
Route confirmed for Mayflower 400 steam locomotive tour
RailAdvent
Mayflower to celebrate 400 years since The Mayflower Ship and Christopher Jones sailed to the New World. The railtours will visit key towns …
** 3-15-20 **
Celebrating the 400th anniversary of the Mayflower on both sides of the Atlantic
National Geographic UK
There’s the Mayflower Ceremony, exactly 400 years to the day the ship set sail (16 September) — a four-nation event bringing a 1,000-strong choir …
Why You Should Visit Plymouth In 2020
TravelAwaits (blog)
The Town Will Be Celebrating Its 400th Anniversary. On Friday, June 26, 2020, Plymouth will kick off the 400th anniversary of the arrival of the Mayflower …
Much loved Lancashire tourist attraction to get £1.5m spent on it
Chorley Guardian
… were for the hall to be closed from early 2020, however, these were delayed so the hall could accommodate the Mayflower 400 commemorations.
** 3-14-20 **
PLYMOUTH 400, INC. POSTPONES OPENING CEREMONY
Plymouth 400 Inc.
“In adhering to policies put forth by the federal, state, and local governments, the Plymouth 400 Commemoration Opening Ceremony scheduled for April 24, 2020 is being postponed to a suggested date of June 26th, 2020 subject to conditions at the time. …
A Pilgrimage to Pilgrim Country: A Roadtripper’s Guide to Northern England
Wall Street Journal
This year presents a compelling reason to visit: 2020 is the 400th anniversary of the Mayflower voyage to New England, and it was in that ‘beastly’ .
NEWSMAKER: Mayflower descendant Brenton Simons helps connect the past to the present
The Patriot Ledger
IN THE NEWS: Recently appointed vice chairman of the Plymouth, Massachusetts 400th Anniversary Commission by Gov. Charlie Baker. NOW YOU …
Workmen are digging up an historic part of Plymouth city centre
Plymouth Live
The council said the new public square will show off one of Plymouth’s oldest buildings, currently the Greedy Goose restaurant, as part of Mayflower 400 …
Cape Cod Chamber Orchestra Announces 400th Commemoration Concert Toward The Sea
Broadway World
… program detailing the events of the Pilgrim’s journey and acknowledging indigenous people during the Mayflower’s 400th year on Sunday, April 19, …
20 new holidays for Spring 2020, from crime-busting in London to Dundee and Plymouth
iNews
New gallery and museum The Box, opening on 16 May, will host Mayflower 400: Legend & Legacy, with exhibits from the National Museum of the …
** 3-13-20 **
Mayflower Sails 2020 Commemorates 400th Anniversary of Mayflower Landing
NorthEndWaterfront.com
Mayflower Sails 2020, a maritime festival commemorating the 400th anniversary of the Mayflower landing, will feature of series of events in the …
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Plymouth Special Olympics event called off due to coronavirus
Plymouth Live
… Mayflower 400 Commemorative Games due to take place from April 3 to 5 in Plymouth,” the statement from Special Olympics Plymouth and District.
** 3-12-20 **
A Fresh Take on the Mayflower’s History
The New York Times
Throughout 2020, destinations in the United States, the United Kingdom. … Nine U.S. presidents are considered descendants of a Leiden Mayflower …
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Woman who wants the world to know how amazing Plymouth is to visit
Plymouth Live
… and also for the Mayflower Maker volunteers who will welcome visitors during 2020, the Mayflower 400 (Pilgrim Fathers) commemorative year.
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A Fresh Take on the Mayflower’s History
History News Network
A Fresh Take on the Mayflower’s History … for museums and organizations that are hosting Mayflower-related events in their respective regions.
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Valley Forge middle school student wins American History essay contest
Main Line
2020 marks the 400th Anniversary of the voyage of the Mayflower and the founding of the Plymouth Colony. The DAR challenged students to imagine …
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Here’s Something: 2020 is a year for anniversaries
Press Herald
An estimated 35 million Americans can trace their lineage to the Mayflower. The U.S. Mint will release a coin to mark the occasion, and the United …
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Craft Brewing and Distilling News for March 9, 2020
Shanken News Daily
Plymouth, Massachusetts-based Mayflower Brewing Company will see 400—its latest numbered beer brewed for the 400th anniversary of the founding …
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A Fresh Take on the Mayflower’s History
The New York Times
Throughout 2020, destinations in the United States, the United Kingdom. … Nine U.S. presidents are considered descendants of a Leiden Mayflower …
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Woman who wants the world to know how amazing Plymouth is to visit
Plymouth Live
… and also for the Mayflower Maker volunteers who will welcome visitors during 2020, the Mayflower 400 (Pilgrim Fathers) commemorative year.
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A Fresh Take on the Mayflower’s History
History News Network
A Fresh Take on the Mayflower’s History … for museums and organizations that are hosting Mayflower-related events in their respective regions.
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Valley Forge middle school student wins American History essay contest
Main Line
2020 marks the 400th Anniversary of the voyage of the Mayflower and the founding of the Plymouth Colony. The DAR challenged students to imagine …
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Here’s Something: 2020 is a year for anniversaries
Press Herald
An estimated 35 million Americans can trace their lineage to the Mayflower. The U.S. Mint will release a coin to mark the occasion, and the United …
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Craft Brewing and Distilling News for March 9, 2020
Shanken News Daily
Plymouth, Massachusetts-based Mayflower Brewing Company will see 400—its latest numbered beer brewed for the 400th anniversary of the founding …