GENEALOGY
The Alden Kindred of America has been forging connections with Mayflower passengers John Alden and Priscilla Mullins for over 100 years. During that time we have helped thousands of families engage with their heritage through the exploration of the Alden genealogy.
For more information on Alden genealogy click here.
AKA seeks nominations for the 2022 “Speak For Thyself” Awards Dinner on May 12
The Speak for Thyself Award honors exceptional women who, in the spirit of Priscilla Mullins Alden, make their own choices. The Award recognizes the role of women in America as pioneers, advocates, community organizers, and business leaders, whose daily lives embody the spirit of Priscilla to choose their own paths, thereby creating better lives for themselves and their communities. Nomination forms are available here; the deadline to submit a nomination is December 31.
Duxbury 2020
Our Pilgrim Story
Twelve historians offer their perspectives on Duxbury's Pilgrim legacy in this commemorative publication.
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Alden House Brick Sidewalk Sale
Create a lasting legacy for your family and help preserve Alden House. Purchase a 4x8 commemorative brick. $150.Please mail this form with your order information, or attach and email your order info to director@alden.org. Thank you for your support.
You can send a check with your order form or use the button below to pay for your order by credit card:
Alden Building Campaign *** (New)
This capital campaign aims to raise $2.3 million to do three things:
A. Establish a Historic Asset Preservation Fund to preserve Alden House and the Alden First Site foundation.
B. Build a two-story addition to the Alden Barn and create the Center for Living History.
C. Expand capacity to finance future requirements by building our endowment.
For more information about the Alden Building Campaign, click here.
To make your tax-deductible donation online by clicking the GIVE button below or your may contact our offices at 781.934.9092 for more information.
Trivia Tuesday
New question each Tuesday! Prizes! Click here to play!
Alden First Site Website
Explore the world of John and Priscilla Alden and 17th century Duxbury through recent research about the archaeology artifacts unearthed from the Alden First Site.
Thanksgiving Time
Celebrate the 400th with Alden Family and Friends Near and Far!
Friday, November 26
Noon
Enjoy a virtual tour of the Alden family home and explore Thanksgiving traditions with one of AKA's guides.
Saturday, November 27
Noon to 3 pm.
Tour Alden House in person and explore Thanksgiving traditions and foods with colonial food historian Stacy Booth. Includes activities for kids. $8 adults; $5 kids; free for members.
Pilgrim Lore & The American Thanksgiving Holiday
by James W. Baker
Noted Pilgrim historian and Alden descendant Jim Baker sweeps away the myths and presents the true history of Thanksgiving in this fascinating article.
John and Priscilla Alden, An American Story
Explore the story of the celebrated Mayflower couple in this 13-minute documentary that goes beyond the lore of their famous "courtship" to trace their lives, from the hardships of their early years in Plymouth to their later success in Duxbury and role as leaders in helping found Plymouth Colony. Sponsored by the Alden Kindred of America.