Welcome to Martha's Vineyard - August 2023

'TIS THE SEASON to enjoy the Vineyard at it’s best! On a perfect late summer Island day, you might hit the beach or hike a trail, shop downtown and eat outside, hear some live music and check out the night sky. If that perfect day stretches into a week or longer, we have some great suggestions for your itinerary.

Take a self-guided walking tour of Vineyard Haven (p. 20) or Oak Bluffs (p. 28), or a guided tour of Edgartown (p. 32). Drive up-Island to see the Gay Head Cliffs (p. 36) or to spend a few hours on Moshup Beach (p. 16). Watch the sunset in Menemsha. Rent a bike, hop on the Chappy ferry and explore Chappaquiddick. Choose one of over 100 walking trails to hike (p. 15) or bring the kids to Island Alpaca (p. 14).

If you’re here for the third week in August, enjoy a trio of special events beginning with the Martha’s Vineyard Agricultural Fair and including Grand Illumination Night and the Oak Bluffs Fireworks (p.10).

Good food and drink – from lobster rolls and ice cream cones to fine wine and farm-inspired menus – await you at the end of your adventures (p. 40). If you're staying the night (or maybe two?), you’ll get a glimpse of the best show the Island has to offer: its magnificent starry sky.

Be sure to visit welcometomarthasvineyard.com for more information and weekly event posts. And enjoy your visit – we’re glad you’re here!

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HAPPENINGS

ON MARTHA'S

VINEYARD, the late summer calendar is packed with events, from live music and shows to markets and festivals. The following is just a sample of the numerous things to do while visiting the Island in August and September. For a more comprehensive list of classes, entertainment, guided tours and other activities, visit eventsmv.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Grand Illumination Night

An annual tradition, the gingerbread cottages in the Camp Ground are festooned with colorful lanterns that are illuminated all at once after sunset. The evening, on Wednesday, Aug. 17, begins at the Tabernacle, 80 Trinity Park, Oak Bluffs, with a sing-along starting around 7:30 p.m. For more information, visit mvcma.org.

Martha's Vineyard Agricultural Society Livestock Show & Fair

Enjoy rides, games, shucking and fiddle contests, livestock shows and more. Thursday, Aug. 18 – Saturday, Aug. 20, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. & Sunday, Aug. 21, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, visit marthasvineyardagriculturalsociety.org.

Oak Bluffs Fireworks

On Friday, August 19, grab your spot in Ocean Park and get ready for the big fireworks. Sponsored by the town of Oak Bluffs, the show begins at 9 p.m.

ONGOING EVENTS

Chilmark Flea Market

The Island’s oldest outdoor flea market features high quality handmade items from Vineyard artists and craftsmen, antiques, imports and vintage finds, including jewelry, clothing, art, food items and more. Saturdays and Wednesdays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 142 North Road, Chilmark. facebook.com/chilmarkflea

Edgartown Village Market

Twenty-one artisans and farmers offer art,

jewelry, vegetables, flowers, food, provisions and more at this open-air market at the Dr. Daniel Fisher house in the heart of Edgartown. Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visit edgartownvillagemarket.com for more information.

Oak Bluffs Open Market

Island-grown produce, specialty foods, flowers, arts, crafts, antiques and live music. Sundays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Washington Park, next to Our Market. Visit facebook.com/OakBluffsOpenMarket for more information.

Sundays in the Park

Grab a blanket and take-out food and find a spot in Ocean Park to listen to the tunes of various Island musicians. The band/ musician rotates each week and includes performances from traditional favorite, the Vineyard Haven Town Band. Sundays, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Ocean Park, Oak Bluffs.

Vineyard Artisans Summer Festival

Meet the artists and enjoy demonstrations of fine arts and crafts. Rain or shine, the market is Sundays and Thursdays,10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Grange Hall, 1067 State Road, West Tisbury, vineyardartisans. com.

West Tisbury Farmers’ Market

The finest from Vineyard farmers and artisans: food, flowers and baked goods. Saturdays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Agricultural Hall, 35 Panhandle Road, West Tisbury. wtfmarket.org.

For a complete list of events, visit eventsmv.com.

GETTING AROUND

MARTHA'S VINEYARD IS A BIG ISLAND with six towns, so getting around requires a little advance planning. On a day trip, you can explore each of the three down-Island towns (Vineyard Haven, Oak Bluffs, Edgartown) by foot. You can also rent a bike or hop on a bus to travel between these towns. (See bus route map, p. 24.) Just be sure to check the bus schedule online at vineyardtransit.com for the most current service schedule. Day-trippers who want to visit the scenic up-Island towns of West Tisbury, Chilmark or Aquinnah should plan to bring or rent a car. For a longer visit, bringing a car or bike is ideal for exploring all of the towns. Bicyclists should note that most routes combine bike paths and travel on roads where all traffic laws should be obeyed. For a fun 10-mile ride without traffic, take the bike path through the Manuel F. Correllus State Forest.

CAR RENTALS

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ISLAND AUTO RENTAL

Locations: 4 Water Street, Vineyard Haven; 12 & 31 Circuit Avenue Extension, Oak Bluffs; 196 Upper Main Street, Edgartown. Pick-up service at MV Airport, Harbor View Hotel and the Winnetu Oceanside Resort. 508-627-6333, mvautorental.com.

ADVENTURE RENTALS

19 Beach Road, Vineyard Haven. 508-693-1959.

AVIS

MV Airport, 508-693-2226, avis.com.

BIKE RENTALS

EDGARTOWN:

MARTHA'S VINEYARD BIKE RENTALS

1 Main Street. 800-627-2763, marthasvineyardbike.com.

EDGARTOWN BICYCLES

212 Upper Main Street. 508-627-9008, edgartownbicycles.com.

BUDGET MV

Locations: MV Airport; 9 Oak Bluffs Avenue, Oak Bluffs; 45 Beach Road, Vineyard Haven. 508-693-1911, budgetmv.com.

HERTZ

MV Airport, 508-693-2402. 29 Water Street, Vineyard Haven, 508-693-4196, hertz.com.

SUN ‘N’ FUN

28 Lake Avenue, Oak Bluffs. 508-693-5457, sunnfunrentals.com.

WHEEL HAPPY

8 South Water Street. 508-627-5928, wheelhappybicycles.com.

OAK BLUFFS:

ALL STAR BIKE RENTALS

5 Oak Bluffs Avenue. 508-693-0062, marthasvineyardbikerentals.com.

ANDERSON’S BIKE RENTALS

23 Circuit Avenue Extension. 508-693-9346, andersonsbikerentals.com.

MVEBIKE/VINEYARD BIKE

15 Circuit Avenue Extension. 508-693-0515, vineyardbikerental.com.

PEDEGO MARTHA’S VINEYARD

9 Oak Bluffs Avenue. 508-693-0515, pedegomarthasvineyard.com.

SUN ‘N’ FUN

28 Lake Avenue. 508-693-5457, sunnfunrentals.com.

VINEYARD HAVEN:

BRICKYARD BICYCLES

114 Cook Road, Vineyard Haven. 774-563-8211, brickyardbicycles.com.

MARTHA’S BIKE RENTALS

4 Lagoon Pond Road. 833-362-7842, marthasbikerentals.com.

CYCLE WORKS

351 State Road. 508-693-6966.

THE GREAT OUTDOORS

NATURAL BEAUTY is one of Martha’s Vineyard’s main attractions, and exploring the Island’s diverse landscapes is a great way to learn your way around the Island. There are more than 100 trails, most of which are family friendly. (Some do not allow dogs.) Be aware that ticks are abundant in grassy and woodsy areas; use tick spray and check for ticks after walking. For more information on trails, visit mvlandbank.com, thetrustees. org or sheriffsmeadow.org (where information on the free TrailsMV app is available).

NATURE

THE FARM INSTITUTE

14 Aero Avenue, Edgartown. This working farm near South Beach offers educational programs for all ages. Learn about sustainable agriculture and livestock management while visiting with cows, chickens, goats, sheep and pigs. Or take a class in the FARM's kitchen. 508-6277007, thetrustees.org/tfi.

FELIX NECK WILDLIFE SANCTUARY

100 Felix Neck Drive, Edgartown. A Massachusetts Audubon property, Felix Neck’s four miles of trails provide explorations of the surrounding woodlands, meadows, pond, salt marsh and barrier beach. $4: Adults; $3: Seniors & Children. Currently the trails, restrooms, and nature center are all open. 508-627-4850, massaudubon.org/felixneck.

ISLAND ALPACA

1 Head of the Pond Road, Oak Bluffs. Island Alpaca is open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit the herd of over 30 alpaca and 2 llamas. Meet the babies in the viewing area behind the barn. Don't miss the gift shop and special programs. $8: Person. 508-693-5554, islandalpaca.com and alpaca-fun.com.

THE POLLY HILL ARBORETUM

809 State Road, West Tisbury. Discover the range of trees and plants that can be grown successfully on Martha’s Vineyard. The grounds are open daily from sunrise to sunset (except on Wednesdays). The Visitor Center is open 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily (excluding Wednesdays) through mid-October. $5: Adults; Free: Children. 508-693-9426, pollyhillarboretum.org.

WALKING TRAILS

CEDAR TREE NECK SANCTUARY

Off Obed Daggett Road, West Tisbury. 508-693-5207, sheriffsmeadow.org. The sanctuary features woodland trails that lead to a beautiful shore walk (though no swimming allowed).

MENEMSHA HILLS RESERVATION

Off North Road, Chilmark. 508-6933678, thetrustees.org. This 211-acre preserve boasts dramatic views of the Elizabeth Islands and is home to the secondhighest point on the Vineyard, Prospect Hill. Allow 1.5 hours for full hike.

WASKOSIM’S ROCK RESERVATION

Off North Road, Chilmark. 508-627-7141, mvlandbank.com. It's like a journey through Vineyard history: Visit remnants of a 17th century homestead and see the legendary rock itself, a prominent feature in Island and Wampanoag history; dogs and bikes allowed.

PENNYWISE PRESERVE

Trailhead and parking located at the far end of South 18th Street in Arbutus Park. 508-627-7141, mvlandbank.com. These 175 acres are dominated by the visually distinctive Island frost bottom and scrub oak, and crisscrossed by historic pathways.

CAROLINE TUTHILL PRESERVE

Off Edgartown-Vineyard Haven Road, Edgartown. 508-693-5207, sheriffsmead ow.org. An ideal choice for bicyclists, this network of winding trails varies from strenuous to easy terrain, and opens up to the salt marshes of Sengekontacket Pond.

WEST CHOP WOODS

Off Franklin Street, Vineyard Haven. 508-693-5207, sheriffsmeadow.org. Choose between two main trails in this 90-acre wooded property near downtown Tisbury.

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PUBLIC BEACHES

ON MARTHA’S VINEYARD there’s a beach for everyone, whether you like big surf and endless sand, or calm waters and easy parking. Some beaches on the Island are private; to avoid confusion, what follows is a list of beaches that are open to the public. Dogs are welcome at some of these beaches and not at others, and parking is limited in some spots. Take note of all posted signs.

AQUINNAH

LOBSTERVILLE BEACH

This two-mile beach off Lobsterville Road faces calm Vineyard Sound and is also a popular fishing spot. It can be rocky in some places and parking is limited.

AQUINNAH PUBLIC BEACH (Moshup Beach)

This surf beach off Moshup Trail extends to the beginning of the spectacular Gay Head Cliffs. Parking is $30/day and a short walk from the beach.

CHILMARK

MENEMSHA PUBLIC BEACH

Gentle Vineyard Sound surf and epic sunsets make this an all-day favorite. The beach is next to Menemsha harbor so you can also watch the fishing vessels come and go and pick up lunch or supper at one of the seafood stores on the docks.

WEST TISBURY

LONG POINT WILDLIFE REFUGE

This barrier beach just east of Tisbury Great Pond offers both fresh and salt water swimming. Owned by The Trustees of Reservations. Advance passes are required for admission. Visit thetrustees. org for more informatin.

EDGARTOWN

STATE BEACH (Bend-in-the-Road)

This family-friendly two-mile stretch between Edgartown and Oak Bluffs faces Nantucket Sound on one side and Sengekontacket Pond on the other. Waters are calm and there’s plenty of accessible parking. The beach is also on the bicycle path.

LIGHTHOUSE & FULLER STREET BEACH

Both are on Edgartown Harbor at Starbuck Neck, just off North Water Street. Find the lighthouse and you’re there. Calm water and a view of the harbor. Street parking is at a premium, so leave your car elsewhere.

SOUTH BEACH (Norton Point/Katama)

This three-mile barrier beach has Atlantic Ocean surf on one side with a protected salt pond and Katama Bay on the other side. Three miles west from the center of Edgartown, it's the classic go-to beach for college kids. Only vehicles with over-sand permits are allowed on marked dune trails. Street parking available on Atlantic Avenue.

CHAPPAQUIDDICK

CAPE POGUE & WASQUE (East Beach)

This beautiful stretch of east-facing coast is owned by The Trustees of Reservations. At the legendary fishing point, Wasque, there

are also trails along the bluffs overlooking Wasque Point and Poucha Pond. Be mindful of strong currents.

OAK BLUFFS

OAK BLUFFS TOWN BEACH

(Includes the Inkwell)

On Nantucket Sound, this calm beach begins near the Steamship Authority dock and ends at the first jetty on the road to Edgartown, just past the breakwater. The beach picks up again about one mile east of the inlet, which flows into Sengekontacket Pond, and ends where the Joseph Sylvia State Beach begins.

JOSEPH SYLVIA STATE BEACH

Gentle surf, car access (parking along Beach Road) and easy access from the bike path make this two-mile beach a very popular spot for families. Fishing and crabbing are popular along the jetties. Go early in the day for best parking spots and beach spots.

EASTVILLE POINT BEACH

A quiet spot on the Oak Bluffs side of the drawbridge on Beach Road. Parking is limited.

VINEYARD HAVEN

OWEN PARK BEACH

On the harbor, off Main Street and within walking distance of the ferry terminal and downtown, this small sandy beach near the Steamship Authority has an adjacent play area.

TISBURY TOWN BEACH

At the end of Owen Little Way off Main Street, this public beach is next to the Vineyard Haven Yacht Club on the harbor.

LAKE

TASHMOO

TOWN BEACH

You can swim in Vineyard Sound or in Lake Tashmoo from this out-of-the-way beach at Herring Creek. Clamming (by permit) is allowed and the jetty is a popular fishing spot.

MUSEUMS & LIGHTHOUSES

ALONGSIDE PRISTINE BEACHES and picturesque towns, Martha’s Vineyard offers many ways to explore its historical roots. Visit the Martha's Vineyard Museum overlooking Lagoon Pond in Vineyard Haven, take a self-guided (or guided) tour of the AfricanAmerican Heritage Trail, or head up to Aquinnah to visit the Wampanoag Museum. Call or check websites for updates.

MUSEUMS

AFRICAN-AMERICAN HERITAGE TRAIL OF MARTHA'S VINEYARD

The African-American Heritage Trail of Martha’s Vineyard is comprised of 36 sites dedicated to the contributions made by people of African descent to Island history. Fully guided tours are available to book at mvafricanamericanheritagetrail. org. Or download the TrailsMV app at sheriffsmeadow.org to visit the sites on your own. Guided tours range from 1.5 to 4.5 hours and cost from $40 to $80.

THE CARNEGIE

58 North Water Street, Edgartown. 508-627-4440, vineyardtrust.org. Once Edgartown’s public library, this renovated landmark includes the permanent exhibition, Living Landmarks ($5 suggested donation to view), which illustrates the historical development of Martha’s Vineyard through the lens of the 20 properties in Vineyard Trust’s care.

MARIPOSA MUSEUM

57 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs, mariposamuseum.org. The Mariposa explores American history and experience through a diversity lens and the creativity of artists, scholars, and storytellers. Special exhibits through October. Open Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $10.

MARTHA'S VINEYARD MUSEUM

151 Lagoon Pond Road, Vineyard Haven. 508-627-4441, mvmuseum.org. In a spectacular location high on a hill overlooking the Lagoon, the museum features regular and rotating exhibits as well as a garden designed by stone artist Lew French. Open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday – Sunday through October 8. Adults, $18. Seniors; $15: Children 6-17, $5. Free: Members & children under 6

MV CAMP MEETING ASSOCIATION COTTAGE MUSEUM & SHOP

1 Trinity Park, Oak Bluffs. 508-693-5042, mvcma.org

Visitors to the Cottage Museum can view the interior of a typical Campground cottage, complete with period furnishings offering a glimpse of life on the Campgrounds in the 1800s. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday-Saturday and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays. Adults, $3; kids 50 cents.

AQUINNAH WAMPANOAG INDIAN MUSEUM

35 Aquinnah Circle, Aquinnah

508-645-7900, aquinnah.org

Located in the historic Edwin D. Vanderhoop homestead in Aquinnah, the museum is part of the nonprofit Aquinnah Cultural Center. Open Wednesday to Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

LIGHTHOUSES

The first lighthouse on Martha's Vineyard, the Gay Head Light, was built in 1799. Four more followed, and all five remain standing today (though some have been rebuilt, moved, or refurbished). Tours are available at some locations.

WEST CHOP LIGHT

First built in 1817, the original wooden structure was replaced by brick in 1838 and moved back from the bluff twice. It sits just outside Vineyard Haven on West Chop Road (the extension of Main Street) approximately 2 miles north of downtown, and offers views of both Vineyard Sound and Nantucket Sound. (Owned by the US Coast Guard, the West Chop Light is not open to the public.)

EAST CHOP LIGHT

A telegraph signal tower was built at this location in 1828, and was replaced by a lighthouse in 1869. The present cast iron lighthouse was erected in 1875 and is located on the east side of Vineyard Haven Harbor in Oak Bluffs. From the grounds, there is a sweeping view of Nantucket Sound and Vineyard Haven Harbor. Unfortunately, the lighthouse and surrounding grounds, which are maintained by the Martha’s Vineyard Museum, is currently closed to visitors.

EDGARTOWN LIGHT

The original lighthouse was built in 1828 but demolished after irreparable damage from the 1938 hurricane. In 1939 the cast iron Essex Light in Ipswich, Massachusetts was dismantled and brought to Edgartown by barge. Located off North Water Street, the lighthouse offers views of Edgartown Harbor and Chappaquiddick. Maintained by the Martha’s Vineyard Museum, the lighthouse is currently open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit mvmuseum.org for more information.

GAY HEAD LIGHT

President John Adams commissioned the first lighthouse at this location in 1799. Built in 1856, today’s red brick lighthouse is located on the Gay Head Cliffs in Aquinnah off Lighthouse Road. The one-way trip takes approximately an hour by bus or 1/2 hour by car from down-Island towns, so allow at least three hours to travel, experience the cliffs and return. The 1854 Fresnel lens, designed in France and used in the lighthouse for almost 100 years, is now located at the Martha's Vineyard Museum. The lighthouse is open Friday to Monday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through October 10; visit gayheadlight.org for more information.

CAPE POGUE

Originally built in 1801 and moved and rebuilt several times, the current wooden structure dates from 1893. It is the most remote of the five Island beacons, located at The Trustees of Reservations' Cape Pogue Wildlife Refuge on Chappaquiddick. The Trustees are currently not offering tours of the lighthouse. Visit thetrustees. org for more information.

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VINEYARD HAVEN A WALKING TOUR OF

THE MAIN PORT OF ENTRY TO MARTHA’S VINEYARD, the bustling seaport of Vineyard Haven is a center for Island commerce all year round. The harbor sits between two jutting jaws of land, East Chop and West Chop, a natural refuge used for centuries by sailors awaiting fair winds and tides.

IN THE 17TH CENTURY, Vineyard

Haven was known as Holmes Hole, after blacksmith John Holmes, who bought land in the area. “Hole” was sailing slang for a coastal inlet. In 1871, townsfolk voted to adopt the more graceful name of Vineyard Haven because, as one historian put it, “to hail from a ‘Hole’ was a source of chagrin to many of its inhabitants when traveling abroad.”

To further confuse matters, the official name of the town of Vineyard Haven is actually Tisbury, after the English hometown of Thomas Mayhew Sr., who bought the islands of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket in 1641 for $200.

1. MAIN STREET

This is the lively center of downtown that invites a day or night of browsing shops, boutiques and art galleries, pausing for coffee or ice cream or dining at cafés and restaurants.

2. MARTHA'S VINEYARD MUSEUM

151 Lagoon Pond Road. 508-627-4441, mvmuseum.org. The Martha’s Vineyard Museum moved to its spectacular location on a hilltop three years ago after making extensive renovations to the old Marine Hospital, originally built in 1895. The museum campus now has 10,000 square feet of exhibit space. At the center of the western pavilion hangs the 1,008-prism original Fresnel lens from the Gay Head Light. The museum's hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday –Sunday.

3. OWEN PARK

Located just off Main Street, the town park is named for William Barry Owen, who in 1899 purchased the rights to Thomas Edison’s Victor Talking Machine, which came to be known as the Victrola. After his death in 1914, his widow donated the land for the park. The park includes a town beach and is the site of town band concerts.

4. WILLIAM STREET

Named for Captain William Daggett, this residential street is part of Vineyard Haven’s historic district. Ship captains, who expected the same kind of sturdiness from their homes as from their ships, built most of the William Street houses, the majority of which date to the mid-1800s.

Captain Richard Luce, Vineyard Haven’s most successful whaling master, built the imposing Greek Revival residence at #40, the first and largest of the William Street houses, in 1833. The later addition of the porch was inspired by Captain Luce’s admiration of houses in Charleston, South Carolina, and Savannah, Georgia.

5. MARTHA'S VINEYARD PLAYHOUSE

24 Church Street. 508-696-6300, mvplayhouse.org. Constructed in 1833 as a one-story Methodist meetinghouse, the building is now home to the Vineyard’s year-round professional theatre company. In 1855, the original building was raised and a new ground floor built underneath.

6. KATHARINE CORNELL THEATRE

54 Spring Street. What is now the second story was built in 1844 as a church; in the

early 1900s a ground floor was added and the original structure was raised up. The neoclassic building now houses Tisbury town offices on the ground floor and the Katharine Cornell Theatre on the second floor.

7. JIRAH LUCE HOUSE

18 Beach Street. This early 1800s building is the only surviving example of Federal architecture in town. It was formerly the home of Rufus Spalding, town physician, postmaster and justice of the peace.

8. VINEYARD HAVEN PUBLIC LIBRARY

200 Main Street. 508-696-4211, vhlibrary.org. The library has public computers, Wi-Fi and events for kids and adults.

9. MARTHA'S VINEYARD FILM CENTER

79 Beach Road, Tisbury Marketplace. 508-696-9369, mvfilmsociety.com. Movie theatre with comfortable stadium seating, showing current, independent, and classic films. The Film Center also hosts film festivals throughout the year.

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Puzzles for Children & Adults

Board Games

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Baby & Toddler Toys

VTA bus routes are operating on reduced schedule due to the ongoing impacts of the pandemic and labor shortages. Please visit our website at vineyardtransit.com for the most current schedule information. Schedules are subject to change without notice.

Public

It is recommended that passengers wearing a face covering while traveling on public transit. Masks are available on all buses.

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VTA In-Season Fares

One (1) day pass

Three (3) day pass

Seven (7) day pass

# 8 SOUTH BEACH ROUTE

via County Road and Bar nes Road & RIDE

# 7 OAK BLUFFS - AIRPORT $8.00 $18.00 $30.00

# 10 TISBURY PARK # 10A WEST CHOP

via Bar nes Road and County Road LOOP

# 9 OAK BLUFFS - HOSPITAL - AIRPORT # 13 EDGARTOWN - OAK BLUFFS -

VINEYARD HAVEN via Beach Roads

One way fares (includes town of origin): IN-SEASON 2023: $2.00 per town

Thirty-one (31) day pass

Annual pass (adult)

Annual pass (youth 7-18)

$60.00 $150.00 $75.00

Persons with disabilities, military veterans with proper ID, and senior citizens (age 65 and older) are eligible for a discount on fares and passes, upon request.

Passes may be purchased on board all buses and at the Edgartown Visitors Center.

Schedules and fares subject to change without notice.

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VTA FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Please note: Masks are no longer required for travel on VTA buses; drivers do have a small supply of masks onboard if you wish to wear one. Buses are equipped with hand sanitizer and are sanitized daily.

PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE for the most recent schedule information: vineyardtransit.com.

Q: Can I see the whole Island using VTA transportation?

A: Yes. The VTA provides service to all six of the Island towns, the airport, and it travels down all major roads.

Q: Does the VTA provide service to the beaches?

A: Yes. Route #8 services South Beach which is on the southern side of the Island. Route #13 services State Beach with one drop off and pick up point located at the “Jaws Bridge.”

Q: How much does it cost?

A: Fares are $2 per town including town of origin; there are also unlimited use passes:

• 1 Day Pass: $8

• 3 Day Pass: $18

• 7 Day Pass: $30

• Thirty-one (31) day pass: $60

• Annual pass (adult): $150

• Annual pass (student): $75 (age 7–17)

Children ages six and under ride for free when accompanied by an adult. Seniors age 65 and older and people with disabilities are entitled to half price fares upon request. Proof of age and/or disability is required. There is no additional charge for pets or bicycles. Passes can be purchased on the bus, at either Steamship Authority terminal, or at the Edgartown Visitors Center on Church Street.

Q: Do I need exact fare to board the bus?

A: Exact fare is strongly suggested! No cash or coins are returned from the farebox. Change is given in the form of stored value cards, which are good for future ride usage only and are not redeemable for cash. VTA fareboxes accept all American currency, up to and including $20 bills. Please do not ask the driver for change, as they are not permitted to handle fares.

Q: Do I have to be at a designated bus stop

to catch the bus?

A: No. Buses may be flagged anywhere along their route, as long as it is safe for them to stop. The only exception is on Route #13 which has one drop-off and pick-up point at the “Jaws Bridge.” If traveling at night, it is a good idea to bring a small flashlight to help flag the bus. If a bus does not stop when you flag it down, it could be for several reasons. The driver may have felt it was an unsafe location to stop the bus or the bus was at capacity.

Q: I am disabled, can I use the bus?

A: Yes. All VTA vehicles are handicap accessible.

Q: Can I bring my bike on the bus?

A: Yes. VTA buses are equipped with a bicycle rack that can accommodate two bikes at a time, on a first come, first served basis. For safety reasons, bikes are not permitted inside the buses. There is no extra charge for bringing your bike along.

Q: Are pets allowed on the bus?

A: Yes, as long as no one is allergic. Pets need to be on a leash or in a carrier in order to board the bus. Pets are not allowed on seats at anytime.

Q: Do the buses have luggage racks?

A: Yes. All VTA vehicles have a luggage rack at the front of the bus.

Q: What do I do if I left something on the bus?

A: If you left something on a VTA bus, call the VTA Administrative Offices as soon as possible at 508-693-9440 x7. The VTA will take every step possible to help you locate your lost item. If the item has to be shipped, you are responsible for all shipping costs.

MARTHA’S VINEYARD FERRIES

VINEYARD HAVEN (SEE MAP PAGE 8)

THE STEAMSHIP AUTHORITY

Service to Woods Hole, MA:

• Operates year-round.

• Carries cars and passengers.

• For schedules and information, visit steamshipauthority.com.

EDGARTOWN (SEE MAP PAGE 8) THE CHAPPY FERRY

Service to Chappaquiddick:

• Operates year-round.

• Carries passengers and a limited number of cars.

• Sails from Memorial Wharf.

• For schedules and information, visit chappyferry.com.

PIED PIPER – FALMOUTH/EDG.

Service to Falmouth, MA:

• Operates from mid-June – Labor Day.

• Passengers only – limited ridership of 45 passengers.

• Sails from Memorial Wharf.

• For schedules and information, visit falmouthedgartownferry.com.

OAK BLUFFS (SEE MAP PAGE 8) THE STEAMSHIP AUTHORITY

Service to Woods Hole, MA:

• Operates from June – October.

• Carries cars and passengers.

• For schedules and information, visit steamshipauthority.com.

OAK BLUFFS ISLAND QUEEN

Service to Falmouth, MA:

• Operates Memorial Day Weekend – Columbus Day.

• Passengers only.

• For schedules and information, visit islandqueen.com.

HY-LINE CRUISES

Service to Hyannis and Nantucket:

• Operates mid-June – October.

• Passengers only.

• For schedules and information, visit hylinecruises.com.

VINEYARD FAST FERRY

Service to Quonset Point, Rhode Island:

• Operates late June – October.

• Passengers only.

• For schedules and information, visit vineyardfastferry.com.

SEASTREAK

Service to New Bedford:

• Operates mid-May – Columbus Day.

• Passengers only.

• Sails out of the Steamship Authority dock.

• For schedules and information, visit seastreak.com.

Ferry to: Falmouth & Hyannis School St. Restrooms Police Bus Stop

OAK BLUFFS A WALKING TOUR OF

A LIVELY SEASIDE TOWN of colorful gingerbread cottages and Victorian summer homes, Oak Bluffs was established as a religious retreat in 1835, but today is better known for its bustling harbor, miles of sandy beaches and a variety of shops, dining spots and family-friendly activities.

THE SEEDS OF OAK BLUFFS grew from a handful of tents pitched amid a grove of oak trees for a week of spiritual rejuvenation. By 1880, this Methodist revival meeting located in what is now known as the Camp Ground had grown into a summer city of wood frame tents and cottages.

Known originally as Cottage City, most of the town was built in a burst of activity between 1867 and 1872. After seceding from Edgartown, it was incorporated as Oak Bluffs in 1907.

Today, there are over 400 homes in the Camp Ground and Cottage City areas, many of which are historically significant, representing a unique style of architecture sometimes called Carpenter Gothic Revival.

As the Vineyard’s first summer resort, Oak Bluffs fostered a vacation economy that soon spread throughout the Island to replace the disappearing whaling industry. A popular summer destination for African Americans, the town was nationally recognized in 2015 by the Smithsonian Institute with a permanent exhibit in the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

1. CIRCUIT AVENUE

Always the business center of town, it was named for the circular street designed by Robert Morris Copeland, the landscape designer who laid out the map of The Oak Bluffs Land and Wharf Company’s development. One of the first buildings, the Arcade, was built in 1872 and still stands today at 32 Circuit Avenue.

2. CAMP GROUND

The first Methodists camped in tents surrounding Wesleyan Park where services were held. Families returning year after year used intricate rope designs to differentiate theirs from others. As the years went by the tents became more permanent wood plank homes – with the ‘gingerbread’ modeled after the earlier roping. There are over 300 of these colorful, delightful, hand-built Carpenter Gothic Revival private homes still there.

3. TABERNACLE – TRINITY PARK

Surrounded by the lovely cottages and originally the site of a preacher’s stand, (then under a huge sailcloth tent), the Tabernacle, 100 feet high, 130 feet across, and seating more than 3,000 people, was built from wrought iron in 1879. On Illumination Night, typically held each August, hundreds of Japanese lanterns decorate the Tabernacle and the eaves of surrounding cottages in a celebration that traditionally marks the end of summer. The first Illumination Night in 1868 was organized by the Oak Bluffs Land and Wharf Company developer to attract attention to the new houses being built in the new Cottage City area. The Tabernacle is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and the Cottage City Museum is located in the Camp Ground.

4. SUMMERCAMP, FORMERLY THE WESLEY HOTEL

70 Lake Avenue. Built by A.G. Wesley in 1879 for the sum of $18,000, the hotel prospered until an 1894 fire. Three days later, Wesley confessed to arson. He wanted to build “an even larger, more

creditable hotel for the community.” The hotel rehired Wesley as a cook after he served three years in jail. This sole survivor of the large hotels so prominent in Cottage City was remodeled in 1986. In 2015, Lark Hotels purchased the property and renovated the hotel of old into Summercamp, its new name a nod to the historic Methodist Camp Ground.

5.

OAK BLUFFS HARBOR

Once a swampy, landlocked pond called Lake Anthony, the harbor was opened to the ocean at the turn of the century and now holds as many as 500 boats at a time. The boardwalk continues to bustle with shops and restaurants and the harbor is the Island’s largest marina.

6. FLYING HORSES

33 Lake Avenue. The Flying Horses carousel is the nation’s oldest platform carousel. Originally operated as an attraction on Coney Island, it was moved to Oak Bluffs in 1884 and includes 22 stationary carved wooden horses with

manes and tails of real horse hair and inset glass eyes. Now a National Historic Landmark, the carousel is owned by the Vineyard Trust and recently underwent a refurbishment. For more information, visit vineyardtrust.org.

7. OCEAN PARK & THE BANDSTAND (NOT THE ‘GAZEBO’!)

The beautiful 7-acre park at the entrance to town hosts the annual Oak Bluffs fireworks held each August and the Sunday evening concerts from the 1880s bandstand. The houses surrounding the park – most built in the late 1800s – reflect the more affluent families who came to Oak Bluffs.

8. UNION CHAPEL

55 Narragansett Avenue. Designed by architect Samuel F. Pratt of Newport (who also designed 18 remaining private homes and the Arcade Building on Circuit Avenue), this octagonal chapel with its three-tiered roof and four doors was built in 1871 as an interdenominational sum-

mer church. Events and interdenominational services are held here throughout the summer. Union Chapel is owned by the Vineyard Trust and is on the National Historic Register.

9. ARTS DISTRICT

Located along Dukes County Avenue, the Arts District is a concentration of galleries featuring fine art and photography.

10. OAK BLUFFS PUBLIC LIBRARY

56R School Street. 508-693-9433, oakbluffslibrary.org. The full service library offers something for everyone from computer use and meeting rooms to games and DVDs to rent. A robust calendar of programming offers events for kids and adults alike.

11. EAST CHOP LIGHTHOUSE

The East Chop Lighthouse is a historic reminder of a bygone age and a working beacon that still sends a light out into the night. It offers spectacular views of Nantucket Sound. Closed to tours this year.

Exploring black culture, history, and identity through transformative art and story

On Exhibit August - October 2023: Stitching Time: Quilts by Men Serving Life Sentences

Conference, Music, Storytelling, Poetry, Drama www.mariposamuseum.org

Artwork by Danny Simmons, Ed Johnetta Miller Sylvia Hernandez, Brenda Watson, and more!

Kids’ Artmaking Space & Gift Shop

Tuesdays - Saturdays 10 am - 6 pm, Sunday 11 am - 4pm

Admission $10, Children are Free

Space Rentals: info@mariposamuseum.org

57 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs, MA

EDGARTOWN A WALKING TOUR OF

A LIVING MEMORIAL TO THE GREAT

AGE OF WHALING, the village of Edgartown is defined by its stately white clapboard houses, rose-covered picket fences and a lighthouse that stands sentry at the entrance to the harbor. Across the harbor is Chappaquiddick, accessible year-round by a small car ferry.

ESTABLISHED IN 1642 as the Vineyard's first settlement, the town underwent a building boom between 1830 and 1845 – the golden era of whaling – when profits from whaling and trade with China brought huge fortunes to the Island.

Many of the houses in the historic downtown district, and in particular along North and South Water Streets, are built in the Greek Revival and Federal styles popular in that period. Most remain private homes, although several have been converted to shops and inns. Topping some roofs are platforms popularly known as widow’s walks, but more accurately are perches from which to pour sand down the chimney in the event of a fire.

1. VISITOR'S CENTER

29 Church Street. The Visitor's Center provides maps and brochures for tourists and is also the place to hop a bus for other Island towns and South Beach. There is a public restroom.

2. DR. DANIEL FISHER HOUSE

99 Main Street. This stately Federal style residence was built in 1840 for Dr. Daniel Fisher, a medical doctor and entrepreneur who, during the height of the whaling era, was one of the wealthiest men in the country. In addition to founding the Martha’s Vineyard National Bank, he owned what is now the town wharf, a bakery and a gristmill as well as a candle factory, which supplied spermaceti candles to all of the nation’s lighthouses. The house and gardens are owned by the Vineyard Trust. Tours begin at The Carnegie (#13).

3. VINCENT HOUSE AND GARDENS

Located behind the Dr. Daniel Fisher House, this is the oldest unaltered house on the Vineyard. Built in the 1670s and occupied by descendants of the original Vincent family for 250 years, it was originally located on Edgartown Great Pond and moved to its present location in 1977. The Vincent House and Gardens are owned by the Vineyard Trust. Seasonal tours are available beginning at The Carnegie (#13).

4. OLD WHALING CHURCH

89 Main Street. Designed by Fredrick Baylies, Jr., the Old Whaling Church and its iconic 92-foot clock tower was built by skilled shipwrights for Edgartown’s Methodist whaling captains and is regarded as one of the finest examples of Greek Revival architecture in New England. The interior of the Old Whaling Church is notable for its elegantly curved ceiling, 1869 Simmons Fisher organ and restored trompe l’oeil murals by Island artist Margot Datz. Now used for town meetings and special events, the church is owned by the Vineyard Trust. Tours are available beginning at The Carnegie (#13).

5. FEDERATED CHURCH

47 S. Summer Street. Erected in 1828, the Federated Church is a traditional New England meetinghouse still in use by the Island’s oldest congregation (established in 1642) and was the first church to be constructed by Frederick Baylies, Jr. in Edgartown. The front of the church faces Main Street because there were few, if any, buildings between the church and Main Street at that time. Of note:

a chandelier that originally burned whale oil, an 1895 Hook and Hastings organ and the old box pews.

6. VINEYARD GAZETTE

34 S. Summer Street. Built in 1760 by Benjamin Smith, the house is now home to the Vineyard Gazette, the Island’s oldest newspaper. After building the house, Smith later became a captain in the Island militia during the Revolutionary War. The Vineyard Gazette building is owned and maintained by the Vineyard Trust.

7. CAPTAIN VALENTINE PEASE HOUSE

80 S. Water Street. Captain Valentine Pease, master of The Acushnet, the whaler on which the author Herman

Melville sailed in 1841, built the private residence between 1822 and 1836. Captain Pease is reputed to have been the prototype for Captain Ahab in Melville’s Moby-Dick.

8. THE PAGODA TREE

9 S. Water Street. Captain Thomas Milton, who first came to the Vineyard in the early 1800s, brought this tree from Asia when it was a seedling. Planted about 1833, it is the oldest of its kind on the continent. Commonly called the Flame Tree in China, its horticultural name is Sophora Japonica. It shades the home Captain Milton built in 1840, now part of The Harborside Inn.

9. MEMORIAL WHARF

The town wharf is where the On Time ferry to Chappaquiddick departs, and where an open pavilion offers great views of the harbor. A project to raise the wharf was completed this summer and you can now climb the stairs to the pavilion again and watch the harbor activity below.

10. OSBORNE WHARF, NORTON BOATHOUSE, OLD SCULPIN GALLERY 45, 45A & 58 Dock Street. This section of the waterfront includes the historic Osborne Wharf Building, the oldest commercial structure on the waterfront; the

Norton Boathouse, once the headquarters of the Norton family of sea captains; Old Sculpin Gallery, originally used for Dr. Fisher’s spermaceti candle factory, then as Manual Swartz’ boatshop, where he built the catboat Edwina B (moored off the Norton boathouse in summer), and now as an art gallery. All three properties and the Edwina B are owned by the Vineyard Trust.

11. ST. ANDREW’S CHURCH

34 N. Summer Street. The stained-glass windows in this 1899 church were made and signed by Louis C. Tiffany. The pulpit is the bow of a dory from the schooner Northern Lights, for many years the largest ship in Edgartown harbor.

12. EDGARTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY

26 Edgartown-West Tisbury Road. 508-627-4221, edgartownlibrary.org. The library offers year-round programming for kids and adults in addition to a range of services, including digital media and computer use.

13. THE CARNEGIE

58 N. Water Street. 508-627-4440. Once Edgartown’s public library, the renovated and restored landmark includes reading rooms, a visitor center, a gift shop and the permanent exhibition, Living Landmarks ($5: Suggested donation to view), which illustrates the history of Martha’s Vineyard through the lens of the 20 landmarks in the Vineyard Trust’s care. The Carnegie serves as the starting point for historic walking tours during the summer and fall and hosts speaker events in late fall and early winter. Visit vineyardtrust.org for updated hours, tour times and pricing.

14. EDGARTOWN LIGHTHOUSE

Across from 131 N. Water Street. Located 1/2 mile from Main Street on the beach, the lighthouse offers views of the harbor and Chappaquiddick. Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

UP-ISLAND TAKE A DRIVE

THE RURAL WESTERN END OF THE VINEYARD is known locally as “upIsland.” The expression is a holdover from seafaring days when ships traveling west moved up the scale of longitude. The rolling countryside encompasses the three towns of West Tisbury, Chilmark and Aquinnah.

WINDING THROUGH PASTURES

dotted with grazing sheep and alongside ancient stone walls, it is possible to imagine the Vineyard as it was when the Wampanoag Indians hunted for whitetailed deer and colonists farmed the land. Heading toward the dramatic cliffs of Gay Head, shade trees line the roadside. Watch for spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and coastal ponds on South Road.

1. TOWN OF WEST TISBURY

Located at the intersection of the Edgartown-West Tisbury Road and State Road, this town typifies the old New England village. Alley’s General Store, opened in 1858, is the oldest operating store on Martha's Vineyard. The First Congregational Church, built in 1833 and originally located at the cemetery on State Road, was moved in 1866. Constructed in 1859 and restored in 1997, the post-and-beam barn known as the Grange Hall hosts outdoor markets, festivals, concerts, films and lectures. Across the street is the Field Gallery, home to whimsical lawn sculptures and an indoor gallery with works from various artists.

2. CHRISTIANTOWN

Native Americans called this place Mackkonnetchasqua, and it was included in the bounds of Christiantown, given by Sachem Josias in 1659. The township was governed by the tribesmen under England’s Society for the Propagation of the Gospel. Many of the Wampanoag Indians adopted Christianity through the ministry of Thomas Mayhew Jr., one of the original colonists. Graves here reflect both pagan

and Christian beliefs. A tiny chapel, dating from 1828, still stands. The tribe bought the cemetery back from the county in recent years.

3. FULLING MILL BROOK PRESERVE

Between Middle Road and South Road. The easy walk through this MV Land Bank property includes crisscrossing a babbling brook, wandering an open meadow, exploring glacial rocks and enjoying the cool oak canopy on a hot day.

4. MENEMSHA HILLS

Off North Road. Owned by The Trustees of Reservations, this 211-acre site offers a moderate, three-mile hiking trail and beautiful vistas from several lookout spots. From the top of the sandy bluffs to the rocky north shore below, it’s a beautiful walk.

5. MENEMSHA

A quintessential New England fishing village, Menemsha is also a working harbor; boats dock and unload their catch here. Film buffs may recognize scenes from the movie Jaws, which was filmed here and in other Island locations. In season, cyclists can continue their up-Island journey by taking the bike ferry across to Lobsterville. The public beach, a popular spot during the day, gets even more crowded as people gather to watch the sun set. The fish markets offer carry-out meals to accompany the show. Parking is limited.

6. NASHAQUITSA LOOKOUT

This stop affords a lovely view of Nashaquitsa Pond (known to most as Quitsa

Pond) with Menemsha Pond beyond it with the shoreline and small craft spread out below. On a clear day, the Elizabeth Islands are visible in the distance.

7. BEETLEBUNG CORNER

South, Middle and Menemsha Cross Roads converge to form the heart of Chilmark where the town hall, 1843 church, library and community center are located. Just around the corner on Middle Road is the dance colony known as The Yard. Just before you reach the corner on South road is Beetlebung Farm's farmstand.

8. GAY HEAD CLIFFS, LIGHTHOUSE & VANDERHOOP HOMESTEAD

Steeped in natural history covering millions of years, the red clay cliffs have yielded fossils of ancient flowers, sharks and camels. Gay Head Lighthouse stands on the cliffs in the town of Aquinnah, where Wampanoag Indians still live. Their heritage is celebrated at the Aquinnah Cultural Center on the Vanderhoop Homestead, located across from the lighthouse. The Aquinnah shops and viewing platform offer lunch, souvenirs and a great view.

9. OLD MILL POND

690 Edgartown-West Tisbury Road, West Tisbury. Geese and swans nibbling

breadcrumbs by the pond are notorious for sauntering across the road and forcing cars to stop here. As early as the 1850s, a textile mill was built next to the pond to manufacture a variety of fabrics from local wool.

10.

MANUEL F. CORRELLUS STATE FOREST

Centrally located and covering 5,100 acres, this forest is crisscrossed by walking and bike trails that stretch for miles. In 1908, part of the forest was set aside to protect the now-extinct heath hen. In 1916 a fire killed most of these birds on their nests; the last one was seen in 1932.

11. AGRICULTURAL HALL

35 Panhandle Road, West Tisbury. Home to the Martha’s Vineyard Agricultural Society, the hall (and adjacent grounds) is the site of the annual Martha’s Vineyard Agricultural Fair and other community events, including the West Tisbury Farmers' Market (through October).

12. THE POLLY HILL ARBORETUM

809 State Road, West Tisbury. Encompassing 40 acres of woodlands and 20 acres of trees and gardens, the arboretum is the legacy of horticulturist Polly Hill’s experiments with the best plants to grow on-Island. Open from sunrise to sunset.

TIM JOHNSON

RESTAURANTS, SNACKS & CAFÉS

This is a listing of both seasonal and year-round restaurants. For the most up-to-date list of which restaurants and other small businesses are currently open, visit vineyardgazette.com/whats-open? This online list includes hours and take-out options.

AQUINNAH + CHILMARK

Aquila

17 Aquinnah Circle, Aquinnah

The Beach Plum

50 Beach Plum Lane, Menemsha 508-645-9454

beachpluminn.com

Chilmark General Store

7 State Road, Chilmark · 508-645-3739

chilmarkgeneralstore.com

Chilmark Tavern

9 State Road, Chilmark · 508-645-9400

chilmarktavern.com

Cliffhangers

21 Aquinnah Circle, Aquinnah 508-955-9163

The Homeport Restaurant & Oyster Bar

512 North Road, Chilmark (508) 645-2679 · thehomeportmv.com

Larsen’s Fish Market

56 Basin Road, Chilmark · 508-645-2680

larsensfishmarket.com

Menemsha Fish Market

54 Basin Road, Menemsha · 508-645-2282

menemshafishmarket.com

Menemsha Galley

515 North Road, Menemsha

508-645-9819 · menemshagalley.com

Orange Peel Bakery

682 State Road, Aquinnah · 508-645-2025

orangepeelbakery.net

Outermost Inn and Restaurant

81 Lighthouse Road, Aquinnah

508-645-3511 · outermostinn.com

EDGARTOWN

19 Prime Cast Iron Steakhouse

19 Church Street, Edgartown

774-224-0550 · 19primesteak.com

19 Raw Oyster Bar

19 Church Street, Edgartown

774-224-0550 · 19rawoysterbar.com

Alchemy

71 Main Street, Edgartown

508-627-9999 · alchemyedgartown.com

Among the Flowers

17 Mayhew Lane, Edgartown

508-627-3233 · amongtheflowersmv.com

Atlantic

2 Main Street, Edgartown · 508-627-7001 atlanticmv.com

Atria & Cafe Atria

137 Main Street, Edgartown atriamv.com, 508-627-5850

Bad Martha's Farmers Brewery

270 Upper Main Street, Edgartown

508-939-4415 · badmarthabeer.com

Behind the Bookstore

46 Main Street, Edgartown · 774-549-9123

btbmv.com

Bettini Restaurant

131 North Water Street, Edgartown

508-627-3761 · harborviewhotel.com

Black Sheep

17 Airport Road, Edgartown

508-338-7770 · blacksheeponmv.com

Blackbird Cafe

19 North Water Street, Edgartown

508-939-4226 · myblackbirdcafe.com

China House

234 Upper Main Street, Edgartown

508-627-7272 · mvchinahouse.com

The Covington

52 Main Street, Edgartown · 508-627-7678

thecovingtonrestaurant.com

Chesca’s Restaurant

38 North Water Street, Edgartown

508-627-1234 · chescasmv.com

Dairy Queen

242 Main Street, Edgartown

508-627-5001 · facebook.com/dairyqueenedg

Depot Market

141 Upper Main Street, Edgartown

508-627-1299

Détente

15 Winter Street, Edgartown · 508-627-8810

detentemv.com

Dip02539

241 Edgartown-Vineyard Haven Road, Edgartown · 508-627-7725

facebook.com/dip02539

Dock Street Coffee Shop

2 Dock Street, Edgartown · 508-627-5232

dock-street-coffee-shop.square.site

The Dunes

31 Dunes Road, Edgartown · 508-627-3663

winnetu.com

Edgartown Diner

65 Main Street, Edgartown · 508-627-9337

edgartowndinermv.com

Edgartown Meat & Fish Market

240 Edgartown-Vineyard Haven Road, Edgartown · 508-627-6200

edgartownmeatandfish.com

Edgartown Pizza

224 Edgartown-Vineyard Haven Road, Edgartown · 508-627-7770

edgartownpizza.com

Edgartown Seafood

138 Cooke Street, Edgartown

508-627-3791 · edgartownseafood.com

Espresso Love

17 Church Street, Edgartown · 508-627-9211

espressolove.com

The Fish House

17 Airport Road, Edgartown · 508-693-0055

thefishhousemv.com

Great Harbor Market

199 Upper Main Street, Edgartown

508-694-6888 · greatharbormarket.com

The Ice Cream & Candy Bazaar

11 Dock Street, Edgartown · 508-627-8735

Katama General Store

170 Katama Road, Edgartown

508-627-5071 · katamageneral.com

Katama Kitchen

12 Mattakesett Way, Edgartown

katamakitchen.com

l’étoile

22 North Water Street, Edgartown

508-627-5187 · letoile.net

Lilikoi Café

238 Edgartown-Vineyard Haven Road, Edgartown

508-939-3988 · lilikoimv.com

Little House Bakery

7 North Water Street, Edgartown littlehousemv.com/bakery

Lucky Hank’s Restaurant & Café

218 Upper Main Street, Edgartown

508-939-4082 · luckyhanksmv.com

MacPhail’s Corner Café & Scoop Shack

18 Dock Street, Edgartown · 508-939-3090

Mad Martha’s

7 North Water Street, Edgartown

508-627-8761· madmarthas.com

Morning Glory Farm

290 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown

508-627-9003 · morninggloryfarm.com

MV Botiga by MVSalads

15 Church Street, Edgartown

774-563-3423

Murdick’s Fudge

21 North Water Street, Edgartown

508-627-8047 · murdicks.com

The Newes From America

23 Kelley Street, Edgartown

508-627-4397 · farawaymarthasvineyard.com

The Port Hunter

55 Main Street, Edgartown · 508-627-7747

theporthunter.com

The Quarterdeck

29 Dock Street, Edgartown

508-627-5346

Rockfish

11 North Water Street, Edgartown

508-627-9967 · rockfishedgartown.com

Rosewater Market & Take Away

20 South Summer Street, Edgartown

508-627-1270 · rosewatertakeaway.com

The Scoop Shack

22 Dock Street, Edgartown

508-627-7829

The Seafood Shanty

31 Dock Street, Edgartown · 508-627-8622

theseafoodshanty.com

Sharky’s Cantina

266 Upper Main Street, Edgartown

508-627-6565 · sharkmenu.com

Slice of Edgartown

22 Dock Street, Edgartown

508-627-7641

Smooth Moves MV

33 Winter Street, Edgartown

Soigne

190 Upper Main Street, Edgartown

508-627-8489 · soignemv.com

The Square Rigger

225 Edgartown-Vineyard Haven Road, Edgartown · 508-627-9968

squareriggerrestaurant.com

Taco MV

33 Winter Street, Edgartown

774-549-9498

The Terrace

27 South Summer Street, Edgartown

508-627-6227 · terracemv.com

Toccopuro Coffee

3 South Water Street, Edgartown

774-549-9351

Town Bar & Grill

227 Upper Main Street, Edgartown

774-310-8696 · townbarmv.com

Vineyard Scoops

56 Main Street, Edgartown · 508-627-4736

The Wharf

3 Main Street, Edgartown · 508-627-9966 wharfpubmv.com

Wolf’s Den Pizzeria

249 Edgartown-Vineyard Haven Road, Edgartown · 508-627-9994

OAK BLUFFS

Aalia's A.M. and P.M.

16 Kennebec Avenue, Oak Bluffs, 716-861-7257 · aaliascoffee.com

The Alley

24 Kennebec Avenue, Oak Bluffs thealleymv.com

Aquila at the YMCA

111R Edgartown-Vineyard Haven Road aquilamv.square.site

Back Door Donuts

5 Post Office Square, Oak Bluffs

508-693-3688 · backdoordonuts.com

Bangkok Cuisine

67 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-696-6322 · bangkokcapecod.com

The Barn, Bowl & Bistro

13 Uncas Avenue, Oak Bluffs · 508-696-9800

thebarnmv.com

Ben & Bill’s Chocolate Emporium

20A Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-696-0008 · benandbillsmv.com

Big Dipper Ice Cream & Café

23 Lake Avenue, Oak Bluffs · 508-693-4845

Biscuits

26 Lake Avenue, Oak Bluffs · 508-693-2033

The Black Dog Dockside Café

12 Circuit Avenue Extension, Unit 3, Oak Bluffs · 508-338-2037 · theblackdog.com

Bombay Indian Cuisine

7 Oakland Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-338-2666 · bombaymv.com

Carousel Ice Cream Factory

15 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-696-8614

Chef Deon’s Kitchen

14 Towanticut Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-627-0330 · chefdeon.com

Coop de Ville/Shuck Shack

12 Circuit Avenue Extension, Oak Bluffs

508-693-3420 · coopdevilleshuckshack.com

Corner Kitchen

24 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-693-1470

Dos Mas

50 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-687-9271 · dosmasmv.com

Enchanted Chocolates

4 Chapman Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-693-8331 · enchantedchocolates.net

Farm Neck Café

1 Farm Neck Way, Oak Bluffs

508-693-3560 · farmneck.net/cafe

Fat Ronnie’s Burger Bar

7 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs · 305-308-6200 fatronniesburgerbar.com

Fishbones Bar & Grille

12 Circuit Avenue Extension, Oak Bluffs

508-696-8227 · fishbones-mv.com

Flavors MV

11 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-338-7401 · flavorsmvy.com

Giordano’s Restaurant

18 Lake Avenue, Oak Bluffs · 508-693-0184 giosmv.com

Jimmy Seas Pan Pasta

32 Kennebec Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-687-9804 · jimmyseaspanpastas.com

Juice By the Sea

7 Circuit Avenue Extension, Oak Bluffs

508-338-2920 · juicebytheseamv.com

mvbiscuits.com

Linda Jean’s Restaurant

25 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-693-4093 · lindajeansrestaurantmv.com

Lobsterville Bar and Grille

8 Circuit Avenue Extension, Oak Bluffs

508-696-0099 · lobstervillemv.com

Lookout Tavern

8 Sea View Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-696-9844 · lookoutmv.com

Mad Martha’s

12 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-693-9151

Martha’s Vineyard Chowder Co.

9 Oak Bluffs Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-696-3000 · chowdermv.com

Midnight Taco

6 Circuit Avenue Extension, Oak Bluffs

508-560-3222

Mikado Hawaiian BBQ & Sushi

6 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs

Mikadoob.com · 508-686-9119

Mister Pugg’s Mugg

49 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-693-6368

Mocha Mott’s

10 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-696-1922 · mochamotts.com

Mo’s Lunch

137 Vineyard Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-687-9744 · moslunch.com

MV Salads

55 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-338-7754 · mvsalads.com

Murdick’s Fudge

5 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs · 508-693-2335 murdicks.com

Nancy’s Restaurant & Snack Bar

29 Lake Avenue, Oak Bluffs · 508-693-0006 nancysrestaurant.com

Nauti Cow MV

28 Lake Avenue, Oak Bluffs

Facebook.com/Nauti-Cow-MV

Nina’s Dine ’n’ Dash at The Ritz Cafe

4 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs

Nomans

15 Island Inn Road, Oak Bluffs

508-338-2474 · nomansmv.com

Offshore Ale Co.

30 Kennebec Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-693-2626 · offshoreale.com

The Pawnee House

20 Kennebec Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-338-2770 · thepawneehousemv.com

Red Cat Kitchen

6 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-696-6040 · redcatkitchen.com

Rosie’s Frozen Yogurt

19 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-687-0031 · rosiesofmv.com

Sand Bar

6 Circuit Avenue Extension, Oak Bluffs

508-693-7111 · mvsandbar.com

Sharky’s Cantina

31 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-693-7501 · sharkmenu.com

The Sweet Life

63 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-696-0200 · sweetlifemv.com

The Sweet Spot

12 Circuit Avenue Extension, Oak Bluffs

508-687-2031

Tigerhawk Sandwich Co.

12B Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-338-7306 · tigerhawkmv.com

Tony’s Market

119 Dukes County Avenue, Oak Bluffs

508-693-4799 · tonysmarketmv.com

Vineyard’s Best Ice Cream & Coffee

12 Kennebec Avenue, Oak Bluffs

617-775-6019 · vineyardbest.com

Vineyard Caribbean Cuisine

7 Circuit Avenue Extension, Oak Bluffs

508-338-4094 · oakbluffsrestaurant.com

Winston’s Kitchen

1 East Chop Drive, Oak Bluffs

winstonskitchenmv.com · 508-687-9572

VINEYARD HAVEN

The ArtCliff Diner (under renovation)

38 Beach Road, Vineyard Haven

508-693-1224 · artcliffdiner.com

The Attic at Waterside

82 Main Street, Vineyard Haven

508-687-9448 · watersidemarket.com

Beach Road

79 Beach Road, Vineyard Haven

508-693-8582 · beachroadmv.com

The Black Dog Bakery Café

509 State Road, Vineyard Haven

508-696-8190 · theblackdog.com

The Black Dog Tavern

20 Beach Street Extension, Vineyard Haven

508-696-8190 · theblackdog.com

The Black Dog Water Street Bakery

11 Water Street, Vineyard Haven

508-693-4786 · theblackdog.com

Bobby B’s Restaurant

22 Main Street, Vineyard Haven

508-693-8266

Catboat Coffee Co.

79 Beach Road, Vineyard Haven Catboatcoffee.com

Copper Anchor

9 Main Street, Vineyard Haven

508-693-3416 · copperwokmv.com

The Cove Golf & Grill

386 State Road, Vineyard Haven

508-693-2611 · covemv.com

Delicious MV

22 Main Street, Vineyard Haven

508-693-2223 · deliciousmv.com

El Gato Grande

386 State Road, Vineyard Haven

508-560-2331 · elgatograndemv.com

Golden Bull Brazilian Steak House

13 Beach Street Extension, Vineyard Haven

508-338-7836 · facebook.com/GoldenBullMV1

First Light Cafe

151 Lagoon Pond Road, Vineyard Haven

mvmuseum.org

Fish MV

80 Main Street, Vineyard Haven

508-693-6399 · fishmv.com

TIM JOHNSON

Garde East

52 Beach Road, Vineyard Haven

508-687-9926 · gardeeast.com

Island Fresh Pizza & Subs

395 State Road, Vineyard Haven

508-338-2764 · islandfreshpizza.com

John’s Fish Market/Sandy’s Fish & Chips

5 Martin Road, Vineyard Haven

508-693-1220 · johnsfishmarket.com

La Choza Burritos

4 Main Street, Vineyard Haven

508-693-9050

The Larder

342 State Road, Vineyard Haven

508-687-9641 · thelarder-mv.com

Life at Humphreys

455 State Road, Vineyard Haven

508-693-6518 · lifeathumphreys.com

Little House Café /Little House Bakery

339 State Road, Vineyard Haven

508-687-9794 · littlehousemv.com

Mad Martha's

48 Main Street, Vineyard Haven

508-693-5883 · madmarthas.com

Mikado Asian Bistro

76 Main Street, Vineyard Haven

508-338-7096 · mikadomv.com

Mocha Mott’s

15 Main Street, Vineyard Haven

508-693-3155 · mochamotts.com

Murdick’s Fudge

79 Main Street, Vineyard Haven

508-693-7344 · murdicks.com

Nat’s Nook

38 Main Street, Vineyard Haven

508-338-2340 · natsnookmv.com

The Net Result

79 Beach Road, Vineyard Haven

508-693-6071 · mvseafood.com

Nina’s Food Truck

61 Beach Road, Vineyard Haven

Pie Chicks Bakery

395 State Road, Vineyard Haven

508-693-0228 · piechicks.com

Porto Pizza

36 Water Street, Vineyard Haven

508-693-6200 · portopizza-mv.com

Rocco’s Pizzeria

79 Beach Road, Vineyard Haven

508-693-1125 · marthasvineyardpizza.com

S&S Kitchenette

48 Main Street, Vineyard Haven

sskitchenette.com · 508-338-2392

Salvatore’s Ristorante

20 Union Street, Vineyard Haven

508-687-9457 · salvatoresristorante.com

Scottish Bakehouse

977 State Road, Vineyard Haven

508-693-6633 • scottishbakehousemv.com

Sweet Bites

32 Beach Street, Vineyard Haven

508-684-8257 · sweetbitesmv.com

Tisberry Frozen Yogurt & Smoothies

29 Main Street, Unit C2, Vineyard Haven

508-687-9314 · tisberrymv.com

Waterside Market

82 Main Street, Vineyard Haven

508-693-8899 · watersidemarket.com

Wolf’s Den Pizzeria

45 Beach Road, Vineyard Haven

508-687-9112

Woodland Variety & Grill

455 State Road, No. 4, Vineyard Haven

508-693-6795

woodlandvarietyandgrill.com

WEST TISBURY

7a Foods

1045 State Road, West Tisbury

508-693-4636 · 7afoods.com

Plane View

71 Airport Road, West Tisbury

508-693-1886

State Road

688 State Road, West Tisbury

508-693-8582 · stateroadrestaurant.com

Vineyard Take Out

479 State Road, West Tisbury

508-693-6924

vineyardtakeoutmenu.com

Woods

90 Manaquayak Road, West Tisbury

800-535-0272 · lambertscoveinn.com

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