On Glenwood Avenue at Elmwood Avenue, on the left when traveling west on Glenwood Avenue.
African American Heritage Trail of Martha's Vineyard 2012 Honors the contributions made by Carrie Camillo Tankard and George Van Buren Tankard Jr. To the community of Martha's Vineyard through their tirelss advocacy for justice for all . . . — — Map (db m177793) HM
On Myrtle Avenue south of Glenwood Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
African American Heritage Trail of Martha's Vineyard honors Ralf Meshack Coleman “Dean of Boston's Black Theatre” First Black Director of the WPA Federal Theater Project (1935-1939)
and Luella “Granny” Coleman whose vision created . . . — — Map (db m177800) HM
On Pequot Avenue at Grove Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Pequot Avenue.
A volunteer organization of African American women created to enhance the quality of life on Martha’s Vineyard in the spirit of fellowship and community. — — Map (db m177696) HM
On Myrtle Avenue south of Glenwood Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
African American Heritage Trail of Martha's Vineyard
celebrates the life and achievements of Dorothy West, Harlem Renaissance writer and member of this community
1907-1998
"There is no life that does not contribute to history" Dorothy . . . — — Map (db m177801) HM
On Oak Bluffs Avenue at Kennebec Avenue, on the left when traveling west on Oak Bluffs Avenue.
Flying Horses Carousel 1876 Restored and maintained by the Martha’s Vineyard Preservation Trust Acquired in 1986 through the generous contributions of Islanders to preserve the heritage of Martha’s Vineyard. — — Map (db m177678) HM
On Seaview Avenue at Oak Bluffs Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Seaview Avenue.
Originally built in 1931, this bathhouse was designed in the late Victorian era Craftsman style to compliment the original brick Steamship Authority ferry terminal. The building was made of the best materials and most modern plumbing available . . . — — Map (db m84144) HM
On Morgan Avenue north of Glenwood Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
Charles Shearer was born into slavery in
Appomattox, Virginia. In 1880, he graduated from
Hampton Institute and served on the faculty for
twelve years. Later, Charles and his wife, Henrietta, purchased two homes, in Everett, Mass. and Oak . . . — — Map (db m177789) HM
On Seaview Avenue close to Ocean Avenue. Reported permanently removed.
This monument depicting a Union Soldier was erected in 1891 by Charles Strahan, a former Confederate who relocated to Martha's Vineyard after the Civil War. Due to lingering bitterness over the conflict, local Union veterans first excluded him . . . — — Map (db m60226) HM WM
On Seaview Avenue at Lake Avenue, on the left when traveling north on Seaview Avenue.
Erected in honor of the Grand Army of the Republic by Charles Strahan Co. B, 21st Virginia Regiment F C & L Henry Clay Wade Post G.A.R. No 201 Removed panel "The Chasm is Closed"
In memory of the restored Union this tablet is . . . — — Map (db m177677) WM
On Dorothy West Avenue at Myrtle Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Dorothy West Avenue.
African American Heritage Trail of Martha's Vineyard The Powell House "Keep the faith, baby" Adam Clayton Powell, Jr.
1908 - 1972 This, the summer home of Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. from 1937 to 1944, and of Isabel Washington Powell from . . . — — Map (db m177813) HM
On Trinity Park east of Jordan Crossing, on the right when traveling east.
Wesleyan Grove has been designated a National Historic Landmark This site possesses national significance in commemorating the history of the United States of America This property of the Martha's Vineyard Campmeeting Association and its . . . — — Map (db m177683) HM
