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CONGRATULATIONS! You've arrived on Martha's Vineyard during a wonderful time to visit. Call it the "shoulder season" or the "off-peak season," but we call it beautiful. The wide-open beaches beckon for shell and sea-glass collecting. Vistas open up on walking trails. And strolling and shopping our picturesque downtowns is a true pleasure. Whether you're here for the weekend or a week, we've got ideas for your itinerary.

First, take a self-guided walking tour of Vineyard Haven (p. 20) or Oak Bluffs (p. 28), or a guided tour of Edgartown (p. 32). Then take a scenic 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.

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).

Wind up your day with chowder and a local brew, a farm-fresh menu or one of dozens of restaurant options all over the Island (p. 40).

We’re glad you’re here. The Island is open for business and is yours to explore. Be aware that some social-distancing policies and mask requirements are in place. Check mvol.com for updates when you arrive on the Island, and have a great visit!

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10 Island Events

EDITOR Susie Middleton

12 Getting Around 14 The Great Outdoors 16 Public Beaches 18 Museums & Lighthouses 27 Ferries 40 Restaurant, Snacks & Cafés

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24 Island Bus Routes

WALKING TOURS 20 Vineyard Haven

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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 downIsland 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. Also note: some bicycles companies close for a few months in the winter. Daytrippers 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 A-A 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.

508-696-5300, mvautorental.com.

ADVENTURE RENTALS

19 Beach Road, Vineyard Haven.

508-693-1959, islandadventuremv.com.

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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.

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

BIKE RENTALS EDGARTOWN:

WHEEL HAPPY

MARTHA'S VINEYARD BIKE RENTALS

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

EDGARTOWN BICYCLES

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

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

OAK BLUFFS: ALL STAR BIKE RENTALS

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

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ANDERSON’S BIKE RENTALS

VINEYARD HAVEN:

MVEBIKE/VINEYARD BIKE

114 Cook Road, Vineyard Haven.

774-563-8211, brickyardbicycles.com.

PEDEGO MARTHA’S VINEYARD

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

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

15 Circuit Avenue Extension.

508-693-0515, vineyardbikerental.com.

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

SUN ‘N’ FUN

BRICKYARD BICYCLES

MARTHA’S BIKE RENTALS

CYCLE WORKS

351 State Road. 508-693-6966.

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

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THE GREAT OUTDOORS

NATURAL BEAUTY is one of Martha’s Vineyard’s main attractions, and the offseason is a great time to explore the Island’s diverse landscapes. 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 until winter arrives; 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.

508-627-7007, thetrustees.org/tfi.

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.

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 alpacas in the front paddock adjacent to the parking lot, then head into the farm store for some shopping. $5: Person. 508-693-5554, islandalpaca.com.

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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.

LONG POINT WILDLIFE REFUGE

Off Edgartown-West Tisbury Road, West Tisbury. 508-693-7392, thetrustees. org. More than just a much-loved beach, the over 600 acres of the Long Point Refuge include a 2.1-mile walking trail through woods and sand barrens.

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 open to the public. Be aware that parking may be limited in spots; beaches are less crowded in early morning and late afternoon. Take note of all posted signs at beaches and remember to carry out what you bring in.

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 in the summer and a short walk from the beach.

CHILMARK MENEMSHA PUBLIC BEACH

Gentle Vineyard Sound surf and epic sunsets make this an all-day favorite. Located next to Menemsha Harbor, parking spots are limited and sunset viewers are encouraged to move on quickly after sunset.

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. Parking prices vary by membership and day of purchase and must be bought in advance. You can rent kayak and standup paddleboards on the pond.

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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.

Daily passes are currently not available due to the pandemic. Street parking available on Atlantic Avenue.

CHAPPAQUIDDICK CAPE POGUE & WASQUE (East Beach)

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the legendary fishing point, Wasque, there are also trails along the bluffs overlooking Wasque Point and Poucha Pond. Be mindful of strong currents.

EASTVILLE POINT BEACH

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

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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 State 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.

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.

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MUSEUMS ALONGSIDE PRISTINE BEACHES and picturesque towns, Martha’s Vineyard offers many ways to explore its historical roots. The Martha's Vineyard Museum overlooking Lagoon Pond in Vineyard Haven is open. You can take a self-guided (or guided) tour of the African-American Heritage Trail. Or you can venture to Chappaquiddick for a Cape Pogue Lighthouse tour. Other options include seasonally open museums; be sure to call or check websites for updates.

AFRICAN-AMERICAN HERITAGE TRAIL OF MARTHA'S VINEYARD

EDGARTOWN FIRE MUSEUM

The African-American Heritage Trail of Martha’s Vineyard is comprised of 31 sites dedicated to the contributions made by people of African descent to the history of the Island. Each site has a plaque describing its historical significance. Stops on the trail include homesteads, houses of worship, neighborhoods, cemeteries and locations across the Island. Fully guided tours are available to book at mvafricanamericanheritagetrail.org. You can also download the TrailsMV app at sheriffsmeadow.org if you want to visit the sites on your own. Guided tours range in length of time (1.5 hours to 4.5 hours) and price ($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.

68 Pease's Point Way South, Edgartown.

508-627-5167, efa1952.org. See historic memorabilia including antique fire wagons from the Edgartown fire department, founded in 1836. Open through mid-October.

MARTHA'S VINEYARD MUSEUM

151 Lagoon Pond Road, Vineyard Haven.

508-627-4441, mvmuseum.org. In 2019, the Museum opened its new campus in Vineyard Haven, which is anchored by the renovated 1895 Marine Hospital high on a hill overlooking the Lagoon. In addition to regular and rotating exhibits, the museum contains the spectacular old Fresnel lens from the Gay Head Light. The campus also features a garden designed by stone artist Lew French and dedicated to poet Rose Styron, as well as a boat barn. Open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday – Sunday and from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesdays through October 11. Winter hours are Tuesday – Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Currently, masks are required. $18: Adults; $15: Seniors; $5: Children ages 6-17; Free: Members & children under 6

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LIGHTHOUSES

ONE ISLAND, FIVE LIGHTHOUSES. They’ve guided mariners since the age of sail, through the whaling era and in times of war and peace. The five lighthouses of Martha’s Vineyard have been rebuilt, moved, manned, unmanned, oil-lit and automated. It hasn’t been an easy couple of centuries. And yet they still shine.

Tours are available at some locations.

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. After a fundraising effort in 2015, the lighthouse was moved back 129 feet to a safer location away from the eroding cliffs. If you walk the grounds, you can see a stone circle marking the former location of the lighthouse.

While the lighthouse is now closed for the season for tours, a visit to the grounds and to take in the view is well worth the drive. The one-way trip takes approximately an hour by bus or 1/2 hour by car from down-Island towns, so allow at least 3 hours to go out, experience the cliffs and return.

Back down-Island, you can view the original 1854 Fresnel lens, designed in France and used in the lighthouse for almost 100 years, prominently displayed at the Martha's Vineyard Museum's Vineyard Haven campus.

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GAY HEAD CLIFFS, AQUINNAH, OFF LIGHTHOUSE ROAD

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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, enjoy a sweeping view of Nantucket Sound and Vineyard Haven Harbor. The lighthouse is maintained by the Martha’s Vineyard Museum. The grounds (but not the light) are open for exploring.

220 EAST CHOP AVENUE, OAK BLUFFS

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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. The structure is located off North Water Street and offers views of Edgartown Harbor and Chappaquiddick across the channel. Maintained and restored by the Martha’s Vineyard Museum in 2007, the lighthouse is open on weekends from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through October 11. Call 508-627-4441 for information.

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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, but you can view the lighthouse from the road.

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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 offer seasonal tours of Chappaquiddick, including the lighthouse. For reservations call 508-627-3599 or visit thetrustees.org.

CAPE POGUE WILDLIFE REFUGE, CHAPPAQUIDDICK

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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 outdoor 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 two 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 for both temporary and permanent exhibits. At the center of the western pavilion hangs the 1,008-prism original Fresnel lens from the Gay Head Light. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday – Sunday and from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesdays through October 11. Winter

hours are Tuesday –Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Currently, masks are required.

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, which includes a town beach.

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

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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 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.

9. MARTHA'S VINEYARD FILM CENTER

79 Beach Road, Tisbury Marketplace. 508696-9369, mvfilmsociety.com. Movie theatre with comfortable stadium seating showing current, independent and classic films as well as a series of film festivals. The lobby of the film center hosts a rotating art show.

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VTA ROUTES # 1 EDGARTOWN - VINEYARD HAVEN ROAD # 2 WEST TISBURY - VINEYARD HAVEN via Old County Road and Lambert's Cove Road # 3 VINEYARD HAVEN - WEST TISBURY via State Road and Old County Road

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West Tisbury

Real Time Bus Information For real time information on the location of your VTA bus, visit vtamv.transloc.com.

On mobile devices, download the free app: TRANSLOC and select Martha’s Vineyard on the transit systems list.

Chilmark

Aquinnah VTA Bus Transfer Locations Vineyard Haven Steamship Authority Terminal: # 1, 2, 3, 10, 10A, 13 Ocean Park, Oak Bluffs:

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This publication covers 4 different schedule periods for VTA services.

Please check our website for the most current schedule information. VTA runs bus and on demand services year round. Services change based on the season and ridership demand. Please visit vineyardtransit.com for the most current information.

# 7 OAK BLUFFS - AIRPORT via County Road and Barnes Road # 8 SOUTH BEACH ROUTE #9

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VTA Off-Season Fares

One way fares (includes town of origin): OFF-SEASON 2021-2022

Look for the new VTA electronic ticketing that will roll out by the end of 2021!

Persons with disabilities and senior citizens (age 65 and older) are eligible for a discount on all 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 required for travel on VTA buses; drivers do have a small supply of masks, but it is best to bring your own. Buses are equipped with hand sanitizer and are sanitized daily.

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

APPROXIMATE TRAVEL TIMES Vineyard Haven

to Oak Bluffs, Ocean Park

8 min.

Vineyard Haven

to “Jaws Bridge” Beach

16 min.

Vineyard Haven

to Edgartown Visitors Center

20 min.

Vineyard Haven

to West Tisbury, Alley’s Store

22 min.

Vineyard Haven

to Chilmark Beetlebung Corner 30 min.

Vineyard Haven

to Aquinnah Cliffs

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Oak Bluffs

to Edgartown Visitors Center

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Q: Can I see the whole Island Edgartown Visitors Center to South Beach 10 min. using VTA transportation?

Q: Do I have to be at a designated bus stop A: Yes. The VTA provides service to all six to catch the bus? of the Island towns, the airport, and it travels A: No. Buses may be flagged anywhere along down all major roads. their route, as long as it is safe for them to stop. The only exception is on Route #13 Q: Does the VTA provide service to the which has one drop-off and pick-up point beaches? at the “Jaws Bridge.” If traveling at night, A: Yes. Route #8 services South Beach which it is a good idea to bring a small flashlight is on the southern side of the Island. Route to help flag the bus. If a bus does not stop #13 services State Beach with one drop when you flag it down, it could be for several off and pick up point located at the “Jaws reasons. The driver may have felt it was an Bridge.” unsafe location to stop the bus or the bus was Q: How much does it cost? at capacity.

A: Fares are $2 per town including town of Q: I am disabled, can I use the bus? origin; there are also unlimited use passes: A: Yes. All VTA vehicles are handicap accessible.

• 1 Day Pass: $8 • 3 Day Pass: $18 Q: Can I bring my bike on the bus?

• 7 Day Pass: $30 A: Yes. VTA buses are equipped with a bi• Thirty-one (31) day pass: $60 cycle rack that can accommodate two bikes at • Annual pass (adult): $150 a time, on a first come, first served basis. For • Annual pass (student): $75 (age 7–17) safety reasons, bikes are not permitted inside 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.

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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.

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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.

ISLAND QUEEN Service to Falmouth, MA: • Operates Memorial Day Weekend – Columbus Day. • Passengers only – reservations required.

• For schedules and information, visit islandqueen.com.

HY-LINE CRUISES Service to Hyannis and Nantucket: • Operates mid-June – October.

• Passengers only – reservations recommended.

• For schedules and information, visit hylinecruises.com.

PIED PIPER – FALMOUTH/EDG. Service to Falmouth, MA: • Operates from mid-June – Labor Day. • Passengers only – reservations required.

• Sails from Memorial Wharf.

• For schedules and information, visit falmouthedgartownferry.com.

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OAK BLUFFS

THE STEAMSHIP AUTHORITY Service to Woods Hole, MA: • Operates from June – mid-October.

• Carries cars and passengers.

• For schedules and information, visit steamshipauthority.com.

VINEYARD FAST FERRY Service to Quonset Point, Rhode Island: • Operates late June – mid-September.

• 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.

Service to New York/New Jersey: • Operates July – Labor Day. • Passengers only.

• Sails out of the Steamship Authority dock.

• For schedules and information, visit seastreak.com.

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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 by the Smithsonian Institute with an exhibit in the National Museum of African American History and Culture in 2015.

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 (shared by the Locker Room and Sharky’s Cantina) 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, 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

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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 30

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Now a National Historic Landmark, the carousel is owned and operated by the Vineyard Trust. For hours, visit vineyardtrust.org.

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

The beautiful 7-acre park at the entrance to town is a great spot to picnic or to listen to live music on Sunday afternoons. 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 summer church. Events and interdenominational services are held here throughout

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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 library is currently open for browsing (on the first floor, masks required) or you can take advantage of their express service and curbside pickup. Visit website for details.

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.

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A LIVING MEMORIAL TO THE GREAT AGE OF WHALING, the lovely 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 (European) 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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. Due to the pandemic, tours have been put on hold. But on Thursday nights you just might be able to catch a glimpse from outside of the newspaper being printed. 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

Here is where you take the On Time ferry to Chappaquiddick. The wharf’s upper platform offers a great place to sit and view the harbor activities or eat take-out.

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 34

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. 508627-4221, edgartownlibrary.org. The library currently offers express browsing and scheduled appointments for the children's room. Visit website for details and to make an appointment.

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. Between Memorial Day and Columbus Day, The Carnegie serves as the starting point for a historic walking tour of the Trust’s other Edgartown properties. 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, it offers views of the harbor and Chappaquiddick. Open on weekends for tours through October 11.

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UP-ISLAND

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.

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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 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, 3-mile hiking trail and, at 308 feet, boasts the highest elevation of any conservation area on the Island. From the top of the sandy bluffs to the rocky north shore below, it’s a beautiful stroll.

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

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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.

Beetlebung Farm's farm stand is also here, and a short distance away is the summer dance colony known as The Yard.

8. GAY HEAD CLIFFS, LIGHTHOUSE & WAMPANOAG MUSEUM 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 Wampanoag Indian Museum, located across from the lighthouse. Visit the Aquinnah shops for lunch or a souvenir.

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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 barns and grounds) is the site of the annual Martha’s Vineyard Agricultural Fair and a variety of other community events, including the West Tisbury Farmers' Market on Wednesdays and Saturdays 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.

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RESTAURANTS, SNACKS & CAFÉS

This is a listing of both seasonal and year-round restaurants. Many Island eateries offer curbside pickup and takeout, some have seasonal outdoor dining options, and most are open for indoor eating. Call ahead or visit vineyardgazette.com/whats-open? for updated details and hours.

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The Aquinnah Shop Restaurant 27 Aquinnah Circle, Aquinnah 508-645-3867 · theaquinnahshop.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 facebook.com/cliffhangersaq Larsen's Fish Market 56 Basin Road, Chilmark · 508-645-2680 larsensfishmarket.com Menemsha Deli 24 Basin Road, Menemsha · 508-955-9471 menemshadeli.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.squarespace.com Outermost Inn and Restaurant 81 Lighthouse Road, Aquinnah 508-645-3511 · outermostinn.com

19 Prime Cast Iron Steakhouse 19 Church Street, Edgartown 774-224-0550 · 19primesteak.com

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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 China House 234 Upper Main Street, Edgartown 508-627-7272 · mvchinahouse.com Chesca’s Restaurant 38 North Water Street, Edgartown 508-627-1234 · chescasmv.com The Covington 52 Main Street, Edgartown · 508-627-7678 thecovingtonrestaurant.com Dairy Queen 242 Upper Main Street, Edgartown 508-627-5001 Détente 15 Winter Street, Edgartown · 508-627-8810 detentemv.com Depot Market 141 Upper Main Street, Edgartown 508-669-7733 · facebook.com/DepotMV

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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 · 508-627-4747 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 508-6273-791 · 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 5 Dock Street, Edgartown · 508-627-8735 Katama General Store 170 Katama Road, Edgartown 508-627-5071 · katamageneral.com Katama Kitchen 12 Mattakesett Way, Edgartown instagram.com/katamakitchen l’étoile 22 North Water Street, Edgartown 508-627-5187 · letoile.net Little House Bakery 7 North Water Street, Edgartown instagram.com/littlehousebakerymv 42

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 Murdick’s Café 19 North Water Street, Edgartown 508-627-7605 · murdicks.com/cafe Murdick’s Fudge 21 North Water Street, Edgartown 508-627-8047 · murdicks.com The Newes from America 23 Kelley Street, Edgartown · 508-627-4397 thenewesfromamerica.com The Port Hunter 55 Main Street, Edgartown · 508-627-7747 theporthunter.com The Quarterdeck 29 Dock Street, Edgartown 508-627-5346 facebook.com/QuarterdeckEDG R&B’s Eatery 258 Upper Main Street, Edgartown 508-627-7753 Right Fork Dine Out 23 Kelley Street, Edgartown 508- 627-6324 · rightforkdiner.com 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 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

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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 facebook.com/tacomarthasvineyard The Terrace 27 South Summer Street, Edgartown 508-627-6227 · theterracemv.com Toccopuro Coffee 3 South Water Street, Edgartown 774-549-9351 Town Bar & Grill 227 Upper Main Street, Edgartown 774-310-8696 · townbarmv.com Tropical Bakery 266 Upper Main Street, Edgartown 508-627-3773 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 wolfsdenmv.com

OAK BLUFFS The Alley 24 Kennebec Avenue, Oak Bluffs instagram.com/thealleymv 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 4 Lake Avenue, Oak Bluffs · 508-693-4845 Biscuits 26 Lake Avenue, Oak Bluffs · 508-693-2033 mvbiscuits.com The Black Dog Dockside Café 12 Circuit Avenue Extension, Unit 3, Oak Bluffs · 508-338-2037 · theblackdog.com The Cardboard Box 6 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs · 508-338-2621 thecardboardbox.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 Dilly’s Taqueria 4 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs 508-693-9851 · dillystaqueria.com Dos Mas 50 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs 508-687-9271 · dosmasmv.com 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 · 508-693-6600 fatronniesburgerbar.com Fishbones Bar & Grille 12 Circuit Avenue Extension, Oak Bluffs 508-696-8227 · fishbonesmv.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

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Jimmy Seas Pan Pasta 32 Kennebec Avenue, Oak Bluffs 508-687-9804 · jimmyseaspanpastas.com Juice By the Sea 7 Circuit Avenue Extension, Oak Bluffs 781-385-0997 · juicebytheseamv.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 Extension, 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 · mvchowder.com Midnight Train Food Truck 27 Lake Avenue, Oak Bluffs 508-560-3222 facebook.com/midnighttrainMV 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 28 Lake Avenue, Oak Bluffs

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New Moon Magick 4 Chapman Avenue, Oak Bluffs 508-693-8331 · enchantedchocolates.net Nomans 15 Island Inn Road, Oak Bluffs 508-338-2474 · nomansmv.com Ocean View Restaurant & Lounge 16 Chapman Avenue, Oak Bluffs 508-693-2207 · oceanviewrestaurantmv.com Offshore Ale Co. 30 Kennebec Avenue, Oak Bluffs 508-693-2626 · offshoreale.com The Oyster Bar 02557 6 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs 774-563-3046 · oysterbar02557.com The Pawnee House 20 Kennebec Avenue, Oak Bluffs 508-338-2770 · thepawneehousemv.com Red Cat Kitchen 14 Kennebec 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 Sarah Brown's Comfort Food 25 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs 516-526-3943 · sarahbrownsmv.com Sea Smoke Barbecue 7 Oakland Avenue, Oak Bluffs 508-338-7404 · seasmokemv.com Seaweed's 16 Kennebec Avenue, Oak Bluffs 508-338-7954 · seaweedsmv.com Sharky’s Cantina 31 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs 508-693-7501 · sharkmenu.com Stella Salumeria 27 Lake Avenue, Oak Bluffs · 508-246-9535 facebook.com/stellasalumeria The Sweet Life 63 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs 508-696-0200 · sweetlifemv.com

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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 Toccopuro Coffee 45 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs 508-338-2463 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 38 Beach Road, Vineyard Haven 508-693-1224 · artcliffdiner.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 508-693-9223 · theblackdog.com The Black Dog Water Street Bakery 11 Water Street, Vineyard Haven 508-693-4786 · theblackdog.com Blissed Out 13 Union Street, Vineyard Haven 508-338-2938 · blissedoutmv.com Bobby B’s Restaurant 22 Main Street, Vineyard Haven 508-693-8266 · bobbybsmv.com Chef Amy's Food Truck 61 Beach Road, Vineyard Haven 508-857-8783 · chefamyjohnson.net

Copper Wok 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 508-693-2000 · deliciousmv.com El Gato Grande 386 State Road, Vineyard Haven 508-560-2331 · elgatograndemv.com Fish MV 80 Main Street, Vineyard Haven 508-693-6399 · fishmv.com Garde East 52 Beach Road, Vineyard Haven 508-687-9926 · gardeeast.com Golden Bull Brazilian Steak House 13 Beach Road, Vineyard Haven 508-338-7836 · goldenbullmv.com Island Fresh Pizza & Subs 395 State Road, Vineyard Haven 508-338-2764 · islandfreshpizza.com John's Fish Market 5 Martin Road, Vineyard Haven 508-693-1220 · johnsfishmarket.com La Choza 4 Main Street, Vineyard Haven 508-693-9050 The Larder 342 State Road, Vineyard Haven 508-687-9641 · thelardermv.com La Soffitta 82 Main Street, Vineyard Haven 508-687-9448 · lasoffitta.com Life at Humphreys 455 State Road, Vineyard Haven 508-693-6518 · lifeathumphreys.com Little House Café 339 State Road, Vineyard Haven 508-687-9794 · littlehousemv.com Mad Martha's 48 Main Street, Vineyard Haven 508-693-5883

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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 Pie Chicks Bakery 395 State Road, Vineyard Haven 774-563-8562 · 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 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 46

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 · wolfsdenmv.com 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 139 Airport Road, West Tisbury 508-693-1886 · facebook.com/PVMV1999 State Road 688 State Road, West Tisbury 508-693-8582 · stateroadrestaurant.com Vineyard Take Out 479 State Road, West Tisbury 508-693-6924 facebook.com/vineyardtakeout Woods 90 Manaquayak Road, West Tisbury 800-535-0272 · lambertscoveinn.com

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