Historical Marker

Hardwick Civil War Monument

Historical marker location:
Hardwick, Massachusetts
( Memorial is at the intersection of Petersham Road (Massachusetts Route 32A) and Ruggles Hill Road, in the median on Petersham Road.)
Marker installed: 1889

The first Thanksgiving in America was held in Plymouth, Massachusetts in 1621. The feast lasted for three days and was attended by both Pilgrims and Native Americans.