Tales of Edgartown: An Everyday Life Tour of the Cooke House
Tales of Edgartown: An Everyday Life Tour of the Cooke House
Spend your Monday evenings in the Legacy Gardens at the historic Cooke House, where local historians and storytellers bring Edgartown’s expansive past to life. Each week features a new speaker sharing a distinct chapter of Island history and culture. Enjoy light refreshments, meaningful conversation, and the experience of an outdoor summer lecture series.
THIS EVENING’S TALK: Join celebrated Island historian Norah Van Riper for a tour of the Cooke House in Edgartown. What’s so special about a house like this one? The Thomas Cooke House, built in 1766 and occupied until the late 1920s, witnessed profound changes to everyday life on Martha’s Vineyard while real people called it home. Step inside one of the Island’s oldest houses on a special guided tour focused on how Islanders lived, from before the American Revolution through the Roaring ’20s.
Please note: We regret that the historic Cooke House is not ADA-compliant and cannot accommodate mobility aids.
This program is presented in historical costume from a modern perspective.
Tickets: $30 per person; Season passes available
DETAILS
| Date | July 7, 2025 |
|---|---|
| From | 4:00 pm |
| To | 5:00 pm |
| Type | Weekly Event |
| Venue | Cooke House & Legacy Gardens |