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The Alden House Historic Site, and the property upon which it rests, are part of the original land grant given to John and Priscilla Alden in 1627. Designated a National Historic Landmark in 2008, the house is an important piece of American history that provides visitors with an intimate look at one of America’s founding families.

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Alden Center for Living History

Step into America’s beginnings through the lens of the Alden family with interactive exhibits and hands‑on learning experiences.

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Alden Archaeology

Explore the Alden First Site, the Duxbury, Massachusetts, home of Mayflower passengers John and Priscilla (Mullins) Alden and their ten children.  This is where the couple built their main home, raised their family, and helped found the town of Duxbury.

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Welcome

The Alden House Historic Site, and the property upon which it rests, are part of the original land grant given to John and Priscilla Alden in 1627. Designated a National Historic Landmark in 2008, the house is an important piece of American history that provides visitors with an intimate look at one of America’s founding families.

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Alden Center for Living History

Step into America’s beginnings through the lens of the Alden family with interactive exhibits and hands‑on learning experiences.

Read More

Alden Archaeology

Explore the Alden First Site, the Duxbury, Massachusetts, home of Mayflower passengers John and Priscilla (Mullins) Alden and their ten children.  This is where the couple built their main home, raised their family, and helped found the town of Duxbury.

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Thanksgiving Time at Alden House

Thanksgiving Time at Alden House

Enjoy the sights and smells of popular colonial holiday dishes cooking over an open hearth and learn how the Alden family would have celebrated Thanksgiving on Sunday, November 22 from 1-3 pm. Foodways historian Stacy Booth leads this engaging demonstration in the Alden Center for Living History, with recipes for guests to try at home.

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Alden Haunted House

Alden Haunted House

Ride your broomstick over to the Alden House for a spooktacular night of family fun, Friday and Saturday, October 23 & 24 between 5 and 9 pm.

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Alden House Guided Tours

Alden House Guided Tours

The Alden House will be closed for guided tours from Wednesday, October 21 through Saturday, October 24 while we prepare for and host our annual Haunted House event. Regular tour hours will resume on Wednesday, October 28. The grounds are open year-round.

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Brick Sidewalk Sale

Brick Sidewalk Sale

Create a lasting legacy for your family with a personalized commemorative brick in the Alden Path of Pilgrims. Click here for details. Proceeds of brick sales help support the preservation of Alden House.

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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.

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Become a Member

Alden Kindred of America’s members play an important role in helping preserve the history of America’s beginnings. From the stewardship of the Alden House Historic Site to exploring our expansive heritage, Alden Kindred members embody the Alden spirit and tradition.
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Alden House Gift Shop

Discover one-of-a-kind Alden-themed items including including books, apparel, puzzles, stationery, decorative items, and much more. Shop in-person or online!
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