In 1620 the voyage of the ship named Mayflower and its passengers, many of which came from north Nottinghamshire, entered history as one of the first groups of European settlers of the Americas.
In this gallery you will discover the impact that the Mayflower Pilgrims had on popular culture, including some of the folklore and myths surrounding them. Learn about their lives before the voyage, and explore the themes of separatism and religious persecution. Uncover the challenges they experienced in Holland and their early life in America, including contacts with the Native American Wampanoag people.
Wampanoag displays
View original Wampanoag artefacts, including rattles and dolls. Venture into the garden to see a Wetu, a Native American dwelling built by representatives of the Wampanoag Nation.
Timeline and Maps
Learn about the events of the voyage and settlement with a detailed timeline and informative maps.
Pilgrims Trail
Pick up a map of the local area, where you can visit sites with special connections to the Mayflower Pilgrims, including Babworth, Retford, Scrooby and Gainsborough. Click here to download the trail.
Interpretation of an early 17th century study
The study is not dissimilar to one which would have existed at Scrooby Manor where Brewster lived. In here, through a mirror, you will see and hear William recounting stories of his early life, breaking away from the established Church, his life in Holland and of the early days in America.
To find out more about the Pilgrim story visit Pilgrim Roots website.
