FEATURED ARTICLE ROBERTPAUL.com 2025 - 2026 5 2026 - 2027 Pilgrim Monument – The First Landing Before reaching Plymouth, the Pilgrims first landed in Provincetown. This towering granite monument commemorates that moment and offers sweeping views of Cape Cod. How to celebrate: Climb to the top and explore the museum below. Provincetown’s vibrant arts and culture scene also makes it a lively stop on any historical journey. FUN FACT: The Pilgrim Monument completed in 1910 to commemorate the 1620 Mayflower landing, is the tallest all-granite structure in the U.S. at 252 feet, 7.5 inches tall. Bunker Hill Monument – A Defining Stand This iconic obelisk commemorates one of the earliest and most significant battles of the Revolutionary War, demonstrating the resolve of colonial forces. How to celebrate: Climb the monument for panoramic city views and explore nearby exhibits detailing the battle’s impact. FUN FACT: The Bunker Hill Monument, a 221-foot tall obelisk, built entirely from quarried granite took over seventeen years to complete. FUN FACT: The bronze statue of Colonel William Prescott (dedicated 1881) at the Bunker Hill Monument depicts him not in formal uniform, but in the light clothing he wore during the 1775 battle, with his discarded, heavy military coat and tricorn hat lying at his feet to represent his cool demeanor under fire. H
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