How Did Martha’s Vineyard Get Its Name?
Ever wonder who Martha was and how Martha’s Vineyard got its name in the first place? The answer has been lost to time but some sources claim that the island… Read more »
Category: Colonial Era
History of Martha’s Vineyard
Martha’s Vineyard is a small island off the coast of Cape Cod that is home to six small towns: Chilmark, Edgartown, Oak Bluffs, Tisbury, West Tisbury and Aquinnah. The following… Read more »
How Did Cape Cod Get Its Name?
Have you ever wondered where the name Cape Cod came from? The answer is Cape Cod was named after the abundant supply of cod fish found in the waters of… Read more »
The Witchcraft Trial of Esther Elwell
Esther Elwell was a woman from Gloucester, Massachusetts who was accused of witchcraft during the Salem Witch Trials in 1692. Born around 1639, Esther Elwell was the daughter of Grace… Read more »
History of Nantucket, Massachusetts
Nantucket is an island and historic town in Massachusetts. Located 30 miles off the coast of Cape Cod, Nantucket has a rich maritime history. The following is a timeline of… Read more »