jabez howland house

nombres02

And probably the most interesting one we visited while in the Plymouth area. Very knowledgeable guide (whose grandchildren are related to the Howlands) - great exhibits, too.

251gails

Since this in our ancestor, the visit was a must for three sisters on a trip made to both honor or mother who did all the research as well as our ancestors who made the journey. The docent was very informative and most hospitable. Thanks for giving us much insight and appreciation.

bc_2008NovaScotia

First of all, if you are a Howland descendant, as I am, you HAVE to come to this house. When you enter the doorway, you are literally walking the footsteps of your forebears, the walls have heard the voices of your ancestors (in my case John and Elizabeth Howland were my 10x Great Grandparents). You get to see actual items and artifacts, the guides are wonderfully knowledgeable and the whole experience is marvellous. If you're into history, genealogy or just interested in the Pilgrims, this is a "must see" - and the fee is $5. A bargain for such a wonderful tour!

Waybettabagels

loved this place. so informative. the lady who took us around was phenomenal. usually tours can be very boring but she kept me interested all the way through.

SallyP500

My husband is related to John Howland so we made a point to visit this house. Two wonderful ladies showed us around the upstairs and downstairs of the house explaining in detail the family home, living during those times, and answering all of our questions. Wonderful home that has been beautifully maintained with old artifacts, furniture, and even the weaving loom.

LoveAGreatBnB

Excellent tour! We had a wonderfully knowledgeable tour guide in period costume, who provided very interesting information! Great artifacts are there, some from the Howland family +/or relevant to the period. Well-worth the time!

TTM489

When in Plymouth with a group of friends, we didn't have time to go to Plimouth Plantation, so we thought this would be a good, quick alternative. We arrived just in time for the last tour which they allowed us to join even though it had just started. We learned a great deal about the history of the Howland family and the house itself. It was quite amazing that the house has been there since the earliest days of Plymouth! There were lots of interesting artifacts to look at, several which belonged to the Howland family. There was also a display showing the many famous Howland descendants which was quite fun to look through! The tour only took about 25 minutes and it was well worth it - especially if you don't have a lot of time.

312peggym

This is hallowed ground for any descendant of a Pilgrim. Not only did Elizabeth Tilley Howland and John Howland spend winters here with their son's family, Elizabeth lived here when John passed away. One has to imagine which of the other original Mayflower Pilgrims visited here and shared toast from the "toaster" or meat from the "gridiron" (yes, the terms originated with the items you will see first hand). The excellent guides are in period clothing and are doting descendants of the Howland family.The curator has done a magnificent job of artfully displaying original items to the home and some of the 390+ year-old artifacts recovered from their homestead at Rocky Nook. The Jabez Howland House is near Town Brook where the Pilgrims actually used the stream for their crops, cooking and washing clothes. This is a fascinating piece of my own family's history and we are grateful to the Pilgrim John Howland Society for maintaining this special home for us to share.

ShelbyOH

Truly enjoyed the private tour of this home and the pains taken by the workers to maintain the historical character of the home. My guide was very informative. As a new native to the town I am doing a little sightseeing of the town and this was the first of many visits.

Sunset0415

I like visiting this house every time we visit Plymouth. The old windows, hearths, and 17th century items owned by the Howland family are neat but the knowledgeable staff are the best feature. They know so much. Definitely worth a visit.

KirstenN815

Must allow time to walk through this timeless house and take in the history of one of the pilgrim, who almost didn't make it the new world. Not going to tell you the story...you've got to ask original desendents who conduct the tour of the house...hint-Gail.

HerbMotley

Wonderful house preserved in its several different periods from the early one room, dare I say "hovel?" to the more formal rooms added as the Pilgrim family grew and prospered.

729PatD

Loved this place! We live in an old house, so I knew what a lot of the unusual items there were, but still learned much! The house itself is just wonderful!

Chrisnrobt

Very informative! Loved walking where Pilgrims had walked! Good tour! Must see for those visiting the area!

joandavis53

I loved the idea that Jabez Howland's home is still here...I go to Plymouth too early...it does not open for visitors until next week..would have loved to see inside...maybe next visit.