The Martha’s Vineyard Museum in the 1895 Marine Hospital, seen from the lawn.
A short virtual walking tour of the Martha's Vineyard Museum in Vineyard Haven. Beautiful outdoor space and exhibits covering centuries of island heritage.
This short video walks around the outdoor grounds of the Martha’s Vineyard Museum in Vineyard Haven. The grounds are landscaped, quiet, and free to walk, so you can visit this part of the museum without buying a ticket. The video shows what that outdoor space looks like.
The Martha's Vineyard MuseumThe Martha’s Vineyard Museum covers the island’s past: Wampanoag history, maritime heritage, and the landmarks in between. This tour stays outside, moving around the building and the outdoor exhibits on the grounds. It's worth a watch if you're weighing a museum visit, or if you just want a quiet place to walk in Vineyard Haven.
Location: Martha's Vineyard, MA, USA
Video resolution: 4K
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