Located to the west of Tisbury town in the Vineyard Haven; the Vineyard Haven Harbor is a site where thousands of tourists flock every year to witness the grand events of The Vineyard Cup Race & Seafaring Festival Weekend. Though not very safe for swimming but a prime spot for fun activities like sailing, windsurfing and a lot more, the Vineyard Haven Harbor is a must-visit for those visiting Martha's Vineyard.
Take your choice of deep sea fishing, whale watching, or a "floating classroom," educating visitors about the ecology and biological diversity of the ocean. These are in-depth tours, taking up a good part of the day. From the Sagamore Bridge take Route 3 north to Exit 6A, to Route 44 east. Follow to the end, and enter the traffic circle. Look for the Capt. John Boats sign. Prices and times of departure vary. Call or check their website for details.
The Martha's Vineyard Museum and Historical Society is devoted to the history and culture of this small Massachusetts island. Explore the island's fascinating past and learn about the people who lived here. The historical society first came together in 1922. Today, the museum and society are housed in historical buildings that are wonderful to walk through. Visitors to this museum can trace back their ancestry through the Historical Society's extensive genealogical services. There are special exhibits, classes, seminars, workshops, and movies hosted here throughout the year.
Guv Fuller Field in Falmouth is a lovely park with a baseball field that bustles with baseball fans on the Cape during the summer months. The Arnie Allan Diamond in the field is where the Falmouth Commodores (Cape Cod Baseball League) play during June and July each year.
Cape Cod Canal Visitor Center in Sandwich, Massachusetts, provides an excellent opportunity to learn fascinating details and the rich history of the Cape Cod Canal. Operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers, the visitor center has a remarkable collection of exhibits, including photographs, records, and interactive displays like a virtual boat ride through the canal, etc. A major highlight of the museum is the 41-foot patrol boat. Visitors are shown a history presentation presentations of the canal in their 46-seater theatre. Check the website for more.