Historic Walking Tours
OPEN Thursday-Saturday, 11:00am-4:00pm and always by appointment: thecarnegie@mvpreservation.org
Historic Walking Tours: Resume June-August
Tour Information
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April-May 2024: Private tours are available by appointment.
Inquire about Private Tours Here
June-August 2024: Group tours will be offered several days a week.
Historic Group Tours Available for the Summer Now!
The Carnegie Heritage Center’s Historic Tour is a 75-minute guided walking tour of Edgartown on Martha’s Vineyard. Start your time at The Carnegie with the dynamic ‘Living Landmarks’ exhibit, reading library, and heritage shop. Take to the streets, winding through the harbor and Main Streets to learn about the Island’s rich maritime history– from the nineteenth century to the present. Go inside Vineyard Preservation Trust historic landmarks to include the Old Whaling Church, the Vincent House, and other important sites along Edgartown Harbor, ending at the Daniel Fisher House.
Limited space available; reservations are highly recommended.
Tour Highlights:
- Exclusive access to Vineyard Preservation Trust historic landmarks in downtown Edgartown showcasing the Island’s charming and classical architecture.
- Discover the legends and lore of Martha’s Vineyard’s first settlers and the Wampanoag people who shaped the Island’s heritage and traditions.
- Learn about America’s famous Whaling Captains, entrepreneurs, and the creative people who shaped our nation and its cultural history.
Vineyard Preservation Trust Events
View the full event calendar here!
Edgartown, MA