One of the earliest accounts of Thanksgiving, “Of Plymouth Plantation” by William Bradford, highlights the Pilgrims’ experiences, launching the holiday into the spotlight.

We are accustomed to thinking of the Pilgrims at Plymouth and the neighboring Wampanoag tribe of Massachusetts as the first to celebrate Thanksgiving, but some scholars say that isn’t accurate ...

The first Thanksgiving is celebrated at Berkeley Plantation in Charles City County each year, with the event featuring food and fellowship as well as tribal dancing.

DINING: Thanksgiving dinner at Plimoth Plantation is sold out for this year; reservations for 2002 start Aug. 1 (508-746-1622, Ext. 8366).