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Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum
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Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum is a museum in Provincetown in United States.

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Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum
1 High Pole Hill Rd
Massachusetts

Visitor information Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum

Opening hours

The Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum is closed for the season.
Hours 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
PMPM will reopen on Saturday, April 5, 2025.

Admission

4 – 12US$9.42
13 – 17US$16.75
18 – 64US$20.94
65+US$16.75
VeteransUS$16.75

Facilities

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Location & Map

1 High Pole Hill Rd, Provincetown

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Exhibitions

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Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum Reviews

Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum has 1 rating.

  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum offers visitors a blend of history and stunning views. The monument, commemorating the Pilgrims' first landing in 1620, is the tallest all-granite structure in the United States. Climbing to the top requires effort, but rewards visitors with panoramic views of Provincetown and Cape Cod Bay.

    The museum at the base provides context to the area's rich history, covering topics from the Mayflower Pilgrims to the town's maritime heritage and artistic legacy. Exhibits are informative, though some visitors note they could benefit from updates or more interactive elements.

    The site's location in the heart of Provincetown adds to its appeal, allowing easy access to the town's other attractions. While the climb can be challenging for some, especially on hot days, most find the experience worthwhile.

    Visitors appreciate the well-maintained grounds and the knowledgeable staff. However, some find the admission price a bit steep, especially for larger families. The gift shop offers a variety of souvenirs, though prices can be high.

    Overall, the Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum provides a good balance of historical education and scenic beauty, making it a noteworthy stop for those interested in American history or seeking impressive views of Cape Cod.

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    barry isaac • 6 Jul 2025

    The Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum is currently open.Itis open from Tuesday through Sunday.On a pleasant late June Sunday,I visited Provincetown and walked around its Town Hall seeing fine views of the Pilgrim Monument built between 1907 and 1910.The Pilgrim Monument is 250 feet high and is the tallest granite structure in the United States.This energetic octogenarian walked up to the top of this monument(Observation De ck) studying memorial stones dedicated to the different municipalities in Massachusetts such as;Boston,Worcester,Salem,Quincy,etc. along the way up.From the top,I saw panoramic views of Provincetown and its beaches.Privincetown in 1620 was the original Pilgrim Settlement,not Plymouth. I then segued over to the Provincetown Museum,a small museum that featured a very informative exhibit about the Mayfower Compact created by William Bradford in 1620,the Wampanoag Native American Tribe ,and the atrocities commited against the Wampanoag Tribe by the English White Settlers.The early English Settlers kidnapped some of the Wampanoag People and sold them into slavery.Epanow,a Wampanoag escaped from his captors and became a Wampanoag Leader..I also saw an impressive exhibit relating to Whaling in Provincetown. I highly recommend the Pilgrim Monument and the small Provincetown Museum,It was a fine lesson in American History..

    Visited on 22 Jun 2025

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