Clark's Island, Historic island in Plymouth Bay, Massachusetts.
Description
Clark's Island is a 17-acre island in Plymouth Bay featuring natural woodlands, residential properties, and protected areas. The landscape centers around Pulpit Rock, a distinctive rocky outcrop that rises prominently from the shoreline.
History
Pilgrims led by John Clark landed here in December 1620 while exploring potential settlement sites in the region. The island served as a stopping point during their surveying expeditions before establishing Plymouth.
Culture
The island's Pulpit Rock marks the location of the Pilgrims' first worship service, with an inscription from William Bradford's historical journal.
Practical
Access is restricted to members of the Duxbury Rural and Historical Society, with visiting permitted from sunrise to sunset during summer months only. Advance permission and membership verification are necessary before planning a visit.
Did you know?
Pulpit Rock bears an inscription from William Bradford's historical journal marking where the Pilgrims held their first worship service. This specific connection to early colonial religious life makes it a meaningful landmark beyond its small island setting.
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