Our
recent trip to Martha's Vineyard off the southern coast of Cape Cod - and here
is some historic and cultural notes.
More
photos at: http://www.kodakgallery.com/I.jsp?c=12s7evvm.60d4uzq2&x=0&y=-cuxxk6&localeid=en_US
We
stayed in a landmarked Bed and Breakfast stated to have been built in 1720, and
appropriately named the '1720 House', in the town of Vineyard Haven.
In
the town of Oak Bluffs is stated to be the oldest continually operating
carousel, having originally been built in 1876 and used in Coney Island until
moved to Martha's Vineyard later in the 19th century.
Also in
the town of Oak Bluffs; the town was originally a religious retreat featuring
many nicely restored Victorian cottages. It would remind you of
Ocean Grove, NJ which has a similar history.
The
cliffs in the town of Aquinnah, the most remote spot on the island.
It reminds you of a smaller version of the Cliffs of Moher in Ireland.
On
the beach in Aquinnah, where there are many rocks placed to reduce erosion,
apparently a local tradition is to build rock sculptures. (more information at http://storysinger81.blogspot.com/2007/07/gay-headaquinnahmoshup-beach.html )
