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Oak Bluffs, located on the beautiful island of Martha's Vineyard in Massachusetts, offers a charming and vibrant atmosphere that attracts visitors year-round.


Oak Bluffs includes: Cottage City, East Chop, Eastville, and Highlands.
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The area was later settled by Europeans in 1642 and was part of Edgartown until 1880, when it was officially incorporated as Cottage City. The town re-incorporated in 1907 as Oak Bluffs, named because the town was the site of an oak grove along the bluffs overlooking Nantucket Sound. Oak Bluffs was the only one of the six towns on the island to be consciously planned, and the only one developed specifically with tourism in mind. wikipedia
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See You in the Morning Massachusetts: A rhyming bedtime story all about what makes Massachusetts Unique!
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Every Day Life in the Massachusetts Bay Colony
History of Colonial America: A Captivating Guide to the Colonial History of the United States, Puritans, Anne Hutchinson, the Pilgrims, Mayflower, Pequot War, and Quakers
The Berkshires Cookbook: Farm-Fresh Recipes from the Heart of Massachusetts
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1642 - Oak Bluffs is settled
Massachusetts City and Town Incorporation and Settlement Dates
1880 - Oak Bluffs is incorporated
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1895 - Oak Bluffs
Oak Bluffs, a summer resort (post-office, Vineyard Grove) in Edgartown township, Dukes co., Mass., on Martha's Vineyard, 8 miles by steamer from Wood's Holl, and 28 miles from New Bedford, with which places it has frequent steamboat connection in the season. It is the N. terminus of the Martha's Vineyard Railroad, and has annual camp-meetings of the Methodists and Baptists.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott
Here's a list to help you make the most of your visit to the Oak Bluffs area:
Oak Bluffs Harbor: Start your visit by exploring Oak Bluffs Harbor, where you can watch boats coming and going. The colorful gingerbread cottages that line the waterfront are a sight to behold.

Flying Horses Carousel: This historic carousel is a must-visit for families and nostalgia-seekers. It's the oldest platform carousel in the United States and is a designated National Historic Landmark.

Circuit Avenue: Stroll down Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs' main street, and enjoy a variety of shops, boutiques, galleries, and restaurants. It's a great place for shopping, dining, and people-watching.

Inkwell Beach: If you're looking for a beach day, head to Inkwell Beach. It's a popular spot among locals and visitors alike, known for its calm waters and beautiful views.

East Chop Lighthouse: Take a walk or drive to East Chop and visit the iconic East Chop Lighthouse. The views from the lighthouse are stunning, and it's a perfect spot for taking photos.

Martha's Vineyard Camp...
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