Finding Our Way Home: The Denniston Family and 11 Masonic Avenue


Finding Our Way Home: The Denniston Family and 11 Masonic Avenue

Step inside the inspiring story of Rev. Oscar Denniston, his family, and the vibrant community he nurtured at 11 Masonic Avenue in Oak Bluffs. From its beginnings as the Oakland Mission serving immigrant families, to its transformation into the Bradley Memorial Church, this historic space was a home, a sanctuary, and a beacon of hope for people of all backgrounds.

Through artifacts, photographs, and archival materials, this exhibit reveals the Denniston family’s remarkable journey—from Oscar’s migration from Jamaica in 1901 to the thriving, multicultural community he helped foster on Martha’s Vineyard.

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From February 15, 2025
To May 4, 2025
Location Grain Family Gallery
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