1620s

The 1620s was a decade that began on 1 January 1620 and ended on 31 December 1629. It is distinct from the decade known as the 163th decade which began on January 1, 1621 and ended on December 31, 1630.

Events and trends

• Permanent Dutch settlement of New York Bay and the Hudson River.
• Permanent English settlements in Massachusetts and Virginia.