Plymouth, Massachusetts

摘要

The eve of the 400th anniversary of the English settlement of Plymouth, Massachusetts, is an appropriate time to reflect on the history and meaning of its ceramics. The earthenware, stoneware, and porcelain objects presented in this article address both conventional and unconventional themes associated with Plymouth and its first Thanksgiving. These include the history of American historical archaeology, European and Native American interactions, diet, creolization, and the beginning of modern consumer behavior.