The welcome sign when you first arrive in Provincetown was replaced several decades ago, and while the message still says “welcome”  and recognizes the importance of the fishing industry, the old sign let visitors know that counter to what many children are taught in school,  Provincetown not Plymouth was the first landing place of the Pilgrims.  VIsiit Provincetown and at the Pilgrim Memorial Monument and Museum you can learn more about the Mayflower’s visit to Cape Cod. There are many things about Provincetown the casual visit may not be aware of, but when you read Remaining in Provincetown, you’ll get an insider viewpoint.