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Experience a new piece of the Island’s story through our engaging lectures and panels, family activities, and community gatherings.

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Jul. 16

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Global Rhythms: The Black Brook Singers

Celebrate the vibrant tapestry of global cultures present on our Island at the Museum's weekly music event! Every Tuesday, immerse yourself in rich melodies and rhythms from around the world. We invite you to bring a picnic, cozy up on your blanket or lawn chair, and connect with the diverse heritage that makes our community special. This Week’s Featured Performer: Black Brook Singers and Traditional Wampanoag Dancers

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Jul. 18

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

MV Diversity Coalition’s 3rd Annual Truth & Joy Celebration

The MV Museum and the MV Diversity Coalition present celebrated recording artist and Broadway star Theresa Thomason for the Coalition’s 3rd Annual Truth & Joy Celebration. Explore 'Truth' with a thought-provoking talk by Jocelyn Coleman Walton, then celebrate 'Joy' through Theresa Thomason's exhilarating performance. Enjoy an evening of insight and entertainment, complete with a complimentary beverage.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Jul. 19

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Suspended Sentence: The Pull of the Island with Susanna Styron and Mara Liasson

Join us as Susanna Styron and special guests once again explore a bygone Vineyard era via a film Susanna made during the winter of 1976 on Martha’s Vineyard. “Suspended Sentence”, examines Island life among a generation seeking peace and fulfillment in simplicity and community. The film delves into its characters hopes and dreams as it presents a portrait of a unique and diverse community from our Vineyard past.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Jul. 20

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Yoga with YogiJay

Join YogiJay (Jason Mazar-Kelly) of WholesomeMV and the Museum for our 5th season of yoga at MVM! Each Saturday morning YogiJay will lead an engaging community-based all-levels yoga class on the Lewis Lawn, overlooking Lagoon Pond. This weekly event is a great way to connect with the community and enjoy the practice of movement, meditation, and breath in one of the most beautiful spots on Island.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Jul. 22

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Tales of Edgartown with Skip Finley

Join us for a unique series of lectures held in the Legacy Gardens at the historic Cooke House. Each Monday we will host an hour of captivating talks that bring Edgartown's rich past to life. Every session will feature a new speaker, shedding light on a unique aspect of our Island's story. Enjoy light refreshments, connect with history, and relax in the picturesque setting. This Week's Featured Speaker: Skip Finley.

Cooke House & Legacy Gardens

51 School Street 
Edgartown, MA 02539

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Jul. 23

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Global Rhythms: Misfits of Avalon

Celebrate the vibrant tapestry of global cultures present on our Island at the Museum's weekly music event! Every Tuesday, immerse yourself in rich melodies and rhythms from around the world. We invite you to bring a picnic, cozy up on your blanket or lawn chair, and connect with the diverse heritage that makes our community special. This Week’s Featured Performer: Misfits of Avalon

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Jul. 24

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Greasy Luck: Scrimshaw, An American Folk Art with Jonathan Blum

Join us for a fascinating presentation on scrimshaw by Jonathan Blum. Jonathan will provide a colorful history of whaling in the 19th century and its ties to Martha’s Vineyard and share images of the period and antique pieces in his collection.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Jul. 27

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Yoga with YogiJay

Join YogiJay (Jason Mazar-Kelly) of WholesomeMV and the Museum for our 5th season of yoga at MVM! Each Saturday morning YogiJay will lead an engaging community-based all-levels yoga class on the Lewis Lawn, overlooking Lagoon Pond. This weekly event is a great way to connect with the community and enjoy the practice of movement, meditation, and breath in one of the most beautiful spots on Island.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Jul. 28

4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

The Charles W. Morgan – The Last Wooden Whaleship in the World

Come enjoy an enlightening talk with Matthew Stackpole, historian and key figure in the restoration of the Charles W. Morgan, the world's last wooden whaleship. Featuring a brief overview of Martha’s Vineyard’s significant contributions to American whaling, followed by screenings of two documentaries and a Q&A session, this event offers a unique opportunity to dive deeper into this fascinating slice of maritime history.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Jul. 29

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Tales of Edgartown with Bow Van Riper

Join us for a unique series of lectures held in the Legacy Gardens at the historic Cooke House. Each Monday we will host an hour of captivating talks that bring Edgartown's rich past to life. Every session will feature a new speaker, shedding light on a unique aspect of our Island's story. Enjoy light refreshments, connect with history, and relax in the picturesque setting. This Week's Featured Speaker: Bow Van Riper.

Cooke House & Legacy Gardens

51 School Street 
Edgartown, MA 02539

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Jul. 30

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Global Rhythms: Godfrey Muwulya

Celebrate the vibrant tapestry of global cultures present on our Island at the Museum's weekly music event! Every Tuesday, immerse yourself in rich melodies and rhythms from around the world. We invite you to bring a picnic, cozy up on your blanket or lawn chair, and connect with the diverse heritage that makes our community special. This Week’s Featured Performer: Godfrey Muwulya

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Jul. 31

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

A Better Life for Their Children: Julius Rosenwald and Booker T. Washington

Author Andrew Feiler joins us to share insights from his new book, A Better Life for Their Children: Julius Rosenwald, Booker T. Washington, and 4,978 Schools That Changed America. The Rosenwald School Program was a historic collaboration between the African American and Jewish communities, building almost 5,000 schools for Black children across 15 states in the opening decades of the 20th century, enhancing educational opportunities in the segregated South.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Aug. 3

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Yoga with YogiJay

Join YogiJay (Jason Mazar-Kelly) of WholesomeMV and the Museum for our 5th season of yoga at MVM! Each Saturday morning YogiJay will lead an engaging community-based all-levels yoga class on the Lewis Lawn, overlooking Lagoon Pond. This weekly event is a great way to connect with the community and enjoy the practice of movement, meditation, and breath in one of the most beautiful spots on Island.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Aug. 3

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Deco Dreams

Step back into the 1920s with Deco Dreams, a night where art deco elegance meets the joy of the jazz age. Don your finest art deco attire, enjoy signature cocktails, dance to lively music, and capture the moment in our photo booth. Plus, get exclusive after-hours access to our exhibits. Join us for a celebration of 1920s glamour and make some memories that last.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Aug. 4

5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

It Sounds So Sweet – The Sequel: Folk Music on Martha’s Vineyard in 1964 and 1965

Building on his highly successful presentation from last summer, which covered the early folk music scene on the Vineyard, Doug Thompson will dive into new information on the peak years of 1964 and 1965. During these years, folk music flourished at not one but three coffee houses on Island. Join us to learn about this transformative period in American musical and social history. Doug will share and discuss an extensive array of photographs, memorabilia, and snippets of recorded music to bring alive the events, the venues, and the musicians – both local and imported – who created the magic of “The Great Folk Scare” on Martha's Vineyard.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Aug. 5

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Tales of Edgartown with Alexis Moreis

Join us for a unique series of lectures held in the Legacy Gardens at the historic Cooke House. Each Monday we will host an hour of captivating talks that bring Edgartown's rich past to life. Every session will feature a new speaker, shedding light on a unique aspect of our Island's story. Enjoy light refreshments, connect with history, and relax in the picturesque setting. This Week's Featured Speaker: Alexis Moreis.

Cooke House & Legacy Gardens

51 School Street 
Edgartown, MA 02539

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Aug. 6

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Global Rhythms: Molly Conole and Mark Alan Lovewell

Celebrate the vibrant tapestry of global cultures present on our Island at the Museum's weekly music event! Every Tuesday, immerse yourself in rich melodies and rhythms from around the world. We invite you to bring a picnic, cozy up on your blanket or lawn chair, and connect with the diverse heritage that makes our community special. This Week’s Featured Performer: Molly Conole and Mark Alan Lovewell

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Aug. 10

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Yoga with YogiJay

Join YogiJay (Jason Mazar-Kelly) of WholesomeMV and the Museum for our 5th season of yoga at MVM! Each Saturday morning YogiJay will lead an engaging community-based all-levels yoga class on the Lewis Lawn, overlooking Lagoon Pond. This weekly event is a great way to connect with the community and enjoy the practice of movement, meditation, and breath in one of the most beautiful spots on Island.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Aug. 12

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Tales of Edgartown with Chris Baer

Join us for a unique series of lectures held in the Legacy Gardens at the historic Cooke House. Each Monday we will host an hour of captivating talks that bring Edgartown's rich past to life. Every session will feature a new speaker, shedding light on a unique aspect of our Island's story. Enjoy light refreshments, connect with history, and relax in the picturesque setting. This Week's Featured Speaker: Chris Baer.

Cooke House & Legacy Gardens

51 School Street 
Edgartown, MA 02539

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Aug. 13

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Global Rhythms: Allie and Paryss

Celebrate the vibrant tapestry of global cultures present on our Island at the Museum's weekly music event! Every Tuesday, immerse yourself in rich melodies and rhythms from around the world. We invite you to bring a picnic, cozy up on your blanket or lawn chair, and connect with the diverse heritage that makes our community special. This Week’s Featured Performer: Allie and Paryss

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Aug. 17

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Yoga with YogiJay

Join YogiJay (Jason Mazar-Kelly) of WholesomeMV and the Museum for our 5th season of yoga at MVM! Each Saturday morning YogiJay will lead an engaging community-based all-levels yoga class on the Lewis Lawn, overlooking Lagoon Pond. This weekly event is a great way to connect with the community and enjoy the practice of movement, meditation, and breath in one of the most beautiful spots on Island.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Aug. 20

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Global Rhythms: Misfits of Avalon

Celebrate the vibrant tapestry of global cultures present on our Island at the Museum's weekly music event! Every Tuesday, immerse yourself in rich melodies and rhythms from around the world. We invite you to bring a picnic, cozy up on your blanket or lawn chair, and connect with the diverse heritage that makes our community special. This Week’s Featured Performer: Misfits of Avalon

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Aug. 23

10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Nancy Luce Day

Celebrate the spirit of Nancy Luce, Martha's Vineyard's renowned “Chicken Lady,” at Nancy Luce Day! Ideal for families, our education team will host all-day drop-in activities including crafts, poetry writing, and interactive play. Plus, don't miss the chance to dress up and snap your portrait in Nancy Luce style.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Aug. 24

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Yoga with YogiJay

Join YogiJay (Jason Mazar-Kelly) of WholesomeMV and the Museum for our 5th season of yoga at MVM! Each Saturday morning YogiJay will lead an engaging community-based all-levels yoga class on the Lewis Lawn, overlooking Lagoon Pond. This weekly event is a great way to connect with the community and enjoy the practice of movement, meditation, and breath in one of the most beautiful spots on Island.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Aug. 27

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Global Rhythms: The Black Brook Singers

Celebrate the vibrant tapestry of global cultures present on our Island at the Museum's weekly music event! Every Tuesday, immerse yourself in rich melodies and rhythms from around the world. We invite you to bring a picnic, cozy up on your blanket or lawn chair, and connect with the diverse heritage that makes our community special. This Week’s Featured Performer: Black Brook Singers and Traditional Wampanoag Dancers

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Aug. 31

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Yoga with YogiJay

Join YogiJay (Jason Mazar-Kelly) of WholesomeMV and the Museum for our 5th season of yoga at MVM! Each Saturday morning YogiJay will lead an engaging community-based all-levels yoga class on the Lewis Lawn, overlooking Lagoon Pond. This weekly event is a great way to connect with the community and enjoy the practice of movement, meditation, and breath in one of the most beautiful spots on Island.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Sep. 7

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Yoga with YogiJay

Join YogiJay (Jason Mazar-Kelly) of WholesomeMV and the Museum for our 5th season of yoga at MVM! Each Saturday morning YogiJay will lead an engaging community-based all-levels yoga class on the Lewis Lawn, overlooking Lagoon Pond. This weekly event is a great way to connect with the community and enjoy the practice of movement, meditation, and breath in one of the most beautiful spots on Island.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Sep. 14

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Yoga with YogiJay

Join YogiJay (Jason Mazar-Kelly) of WholesomeMV and the Museum for our 5th season of yoga at MVM! Each Saturday morning YogiJay will lead an engaging community-based all-levels yoga class on the Lewis Lawn, overlooking Lagoon Pond. This weekly event is a great way to connect with the community and enjoy the practice of movement, meditation, and breath in one of the most beautiful spots on Island.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Sep. 21

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Yoga with YogiJay

Join YogiJay (Jason Mazar-Kelly) of WholesomeMV and the Museum for our 5th season of yoga at MVM! Each Saturday morning YogiJay will lead an engaging community-based all-levels yoga class on the Lewis Lawn, overlooking Lagoon Pond. This weekly event is a great way to connect with the community and enjoy the practice of movement, meditation, and breath in one of the most beautiful spots on Island.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Sep. 28

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Yoga with YogiJay

Join YogiJay (Jason Mazar-Kelly) of WholesomeMV and the Museum for our 5th season of yoga at MVM! Each Saturday morning YogiJay will lead an engaging community-based all-levels yoga class on the Lewis Lawn, overlooking Lagoon Pond. This weekly event is a great way to connect with the community and enjoy the practice of movement, meditation, and breath in one of the most beautiful spots on Island.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Oct. 5

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Yoga with YogiJay

Join YogiJay (Jason Mazar-Kelly) of WholesomeMV and the Museum for our 5th season of yoga at MVM! Each Saturday morning YogiJay will lead an engaging community-based all-levels yoga class on the Lewis Lawn, overlooking Lagoon Pond. This weekly event is a great way to connect with the community and enjoy the practice of movement, meditation, and breath in one of the most beautiful spots on Island.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Oct. 12

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Yoga with YogiJay

Join YogiJay (Jason Mazar-Kelly) of WholesomeMV and the Museum for our 5th season of yoga at MVM! Each Saturday morning YogiJay will lead an engaging community-based all-levels yoga class on the Lewis Lawn, overlooking Lagoon Pond. This weekly event is a great way to connect with the community and enjoy the practice of movement, meditation, and breath in one of the most beautiful spots on Island.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum

151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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