Ferry Tales
Ferry Tales
Ferries — boats that travel an established route on a regular schedule — have linked the Vineyard to the mainland for over 300 years. Powered first by wind, then by steam, and now by diesel, they keep the Island supplied with the necessities of life, and bring Islanders to the mainland for business and pleasure.
In this exhibit, learn about the ferries that have gotten us here — from Abraham Chase’s sail ferry in the 18th century, to the elegance and grandeur of the White Fleet of propeller steamers of the 1920s, to the much beloved Islander which served the Vineyard for over 50 years. The exhibition features ship models, memorabilia, reproductions of historical documents and photographs, and a timeline that traces the history of ferry service to the Island from the 1700s to today.
DETAILS
| From | April 23, 2024 |
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| To | April 20, 2025 |
| Location | The Saltzman Cabinet of Curiosities |