The Mayflower II Has Set Sail

The Mayflower II has set sail and won't be returning until 2019!

The historical ship is undergoing a journey that will take approximately 30 months. The ship will arrive back home in 2019 just in time for the 400th commemoration of the Pilgrim's landing which takes place in 2020.

via facebook/Walter Keenan

The Mayflower II is making her way to Mystic Seaport for major construction which will take up to 2 years. Expansive rebuilding and refitting will take place during the ships stay in Mystic.

Donations are being accepted to help restore the ship so she can stand tall for another 60 years or more. You can pledge $10 here, to help save the Mayflower.

Additional Reporting By: Mikaylee McEwan