GENEALOGY
The Alden Kindred of America has been forging connections with Mayflower passengers John Alden and Priscilla Mullins Alden 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.
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Pauline Kezer, President, welcomes you to the Alden Kindred!
Cooper Makes Hands on History
Explore the art and craft of barrel making as a cooper from Mystic Seaport demonstrates this historic and highly skilled trade on Saturday, July 15, 12-4 pm, at Alden House Historic Site. Essential to daily life and commerce, coopers like Mayflower Pilgrim John Alden, crafted and repaired a wide variety of round wooden containers like buckets, barrels, pails, and tubs to store dry and liquid materials. Program is supported by a grant from the Duxbury Cultural Council.
117th Annual Meeting of the Alden Kindred
Saturday, Aug. 5 from 10-4
Join the fun of this special annual gathering! Features talk on Alden archaeology project, coopering demonstration, tours, activities for kids, business meeting, and lots of Alden kinship. Fried chicken lunch by Bonji's.
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