Edgartown Lighthouse Children’s Memorial

Edgartown Lighthouse Children’s Memorial

Each September since 2001, families have gathered at Edgartown Lighthouse for a Ceremony of Remembrance honoring children who have died at the Children’s Memorial.

More than 1,000 granite cobblestones engraved with children’s names surround the lighthouse, creating a lasting memorial at the edge of Edgartown Harbor. During this annual gathering, families return to tend the stones, leave flowers and other small remembrances, and spend time together in a community that understands the weight of their loss.

On Saturday, September 12, Martha’s Vineyard Museum welcomes families, friends, and community members to gather at Edgartown Lighthouse for a quiet afternoon of remembrance, reflection, and connection.

DETAILS


Date September 12, 2026
From 1:00 pm
To 3:00 pm
Type Kids & Family
Venue Edgartown Harbor Light
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