Discovery Series Ornament – Massachusetts
Here is the brand new release for the Bay State. Starbucks Discovery Series Ornament Massachusetts boasts a blue color on the inside and a yellow color title on the front of the mug.
Massachusetts holds a pivotal place in American history as the landing site of the Pilgrims at Plymouth Rock in 1620. The colony they established helped lay the foundation for early American democracy through the Mayflower Compact. The state later became a hotbed of revolutionary activity, with events like the Boston Tea Party and Paul Revere’s Ride igniting the American Revolution. Massachusetts was also at the forefront of the Industrial Revolution in America, with its textile mills in Lowell becoming a model for early American manufacturing. The state’s commitment to education was evident from its earliest days, establishing America’s first public school and founding Harvard University, the nation’s oldest institution of higher learning.
– The front of the ornament showcases the lobster roll, which has evolved from a humble seafood sandwich to become one of Massachusetts’ most celebrated culinary icons. The classic version features fresh lobster meat lightly dressed with mayonnaise or warm butter, served in a top-split, grilled New England hot dog bun. This beloved seaside staple represents the state’s rich maritime heritage and continues to draw food enthusiasts from around the world.
– The Leonard P. Zakim Bunker Hill Memorial Bridge, completed in 2003, stands as Boston’s most distinctive modern landmark, spanning the Charles River with its striking cable-stayed design. Named after civil rights activist Lenny Zakim and the historic Battle of Bunker Hill, this ten-lane bridge combines contemporary engineering with deep historical significance. Its unique asymmetrical design, featuring inverted Y-shaped towers reminiscent of the Bunker Hill Monument, has become an iconic symbol of Boston’s skyline.
– The Mayflower (Epigaea repens), also known as the Trailing Arbutus or Ground Laurel, was designated as Massachusetts’ state flower in 1918 after winning a vote conducted by the state’s schoolchildren. This delicate, pink or white flowering plant blooms in early spring, often while snow still covers the ground, producing fragrant, five-petaled blossoms that peek out from beneath its leathery, oval leaves. The flower shares its name with the famous Pilgrim ship and holds special significance in Massachusetts history, as it was reportedly the first flower spotted by the Pilgrims after their harsh first winter in the New World.
– The Black-Capped Chickadee, Massachusetts’ state bird since 1941, is a small but hardy songbird that remains in the state year-round, even during harsh winters. These charismatic birds are known for their distinctive “chick-a-dee-dee-dee” call and their bold, curious nature around humans. Their intelligence and adaptability reflect the resilient spirit of Massachusetts residents.
– The Cranberry, which has been growing wild in Massachusetts since pre-colonial times, holds a special place as the state’s official berry and a crucial agricultural product. Native Americans first taught European settlers about the versatile uses of cranberries, which became one of the region’s first commercially cultivated crops. Today, Massachusetts remains one of the world’s leading cranberry producers, with the fruit’s distinctive bogs dotting the southeastern part of the state.
