Lighthouse
Rentals: Basic Information
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What could be more romantic than getting married in
the shadow of one of the Island's historic lighthouses? Try to picture gentle
ocean breezes, the hues and fragrance of lush beach roses, and the fabulous water
views. Just imagine the pictures! Although receptions are not allowed, each of
the lighthouses offers a unique experience for a wedding ceremony. Please call
Ree Kuser to find out more about this one-of-a-kind setting at: 508-939-9155 or
email at
. You can also
consult the MVM Weddings (link) page for rental information.
The
fee for the use of the Gay Head, East Chop or Edgartown Lighthouse is $300 per hour
In
1993, the Martha's Vineyard Museum assumed the care and maintenance of three of
the Island's treasured landmarks: the Edgartown Lighthouse, Gay Head Lighthouses,
and East Chop Lighthouse. The Museum encourages the use of these facilities for
private functions. The fee for the use of a Lighthouse is $300 per hour. When
figuring your time use, please calculate the anticipated time from "gate"
opening until "gate" closure. Such time would include the delivery and
prompt pickup of any chairs. To confirm your reservation, please complete the
Lighthouse
Reservation Rental Form and
return it with a deposit of $100.00. Reservation confirmations are on a "first-come,
first served" basis. The Museum can not confirm your reservation until we
receive the completed form along with your deposit. After your reservation has
been confirmed, the deposit becomes nonrefundable.
The
balance will be due no later than 30 days prior to the event. Please note: Tents
are not permitted on lighthouse grounds, so we strongly urge that you have a contingency
plan for inclement weather. If you are unable to use the lighthouse grounds due
to rain, the Museum will refund your money, less the deposit. >top Gay
Head Lighthouse: Information, Rules, and Regulations - Lighthouse
Keeper: Richard Skidmore 508-645-9954
- Lighthouse Location:
9 Aquinnah Circle, Aquinnah, MA 02535
- Fee: $300 per hour.
Time includes the setup and removal of chairs.
- No tents,
portable toilets, or alcohol are allowed.
- You may have chairs
and quiet music.
- Because the MVM opens the lighthouse to
the public on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings from mid-June through September,
your ceremony must be completed on these days at least two hours before sunset.
This includes the removal of chairs.
- There is no parking
at the Lighthouse. The immediate bridal party, as well as guests needing assistance,
may be dropped off at the gate, but cars must then be moved to the local parking
area.
- Parking is limited (and expensive) during the summer
months. We suggest renting a bus to transport your guests to the lighthouse.
- In
the event of rain, we suggest that you have a contingency plan for the ceremony.
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Chop Lighthouse: Information, Rules, and Regulations - Lighthouse
Keeper: Rob Hammett 508-693-8104; fax 508-693-8627
- Lighthouse
Location: Telegraph Hill, East Chop Drive, Oak Bluffs, MA 02557
- Fee:
$300 per hour. Time includes the setup and removal of chairs.
- No
tents, portable toilets, or alcohol are allowed.
- You may
have chairs and quiet music.
- Because the MVM opens the lighthouse
to the public on Sunday evenings from mid-June through early October, your ceremony
must be completed on these days at least two hours before sunset. This includes
the removal of chairs.
- The lighthouse is located in a residential
neighborhood where parking is very limited. We suggest renting a bus to transport
your guests to the lighthouse.
- For an event with guests of 50 or more, you will need to contact the police department for the Town of Oak Bluffs, and arrange for a detail officer for the longevity of event.
- In the event of rain,
we suggest that you have a contingency plan for the ceremony.
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Lighthouse: Information, Rules, and Regulations - Lighthouse
Location: North Water Street, Edgartown, MA 02539
- Fee: $300.00 per hour. Time includes the setup and removal of chairs.
- No tents, portable toilets, or
alcohol are allowed.
- You may have chairs and quiet music.
- Ceremonies cannot be scheduled during the times that the lighthouse is open to the public. Please check for details.
- The lighthouse is located down a long sandy path, and parking at the head of the path is very limited. We suggest renting a bus or trolley to transport your guests to the path leading to the lighthouse. Please note that access may be difficult for those with limited mobility.
- In the event of rain, we suggest that you
have a contingency plan for the ceremony.
- The
lighthouse is surrounded by public property. We can reserve the lighthouse and
assure you that there will be no conflict of ceremonies, but we cannot close the
adjacent area to the public.
>top Frequently
Asked Questions-Regarding the Rental of a Lighthouse How
do I reserve a lighthouse?
You must complete the reservation form and
return it with a $100.00 nonrefundable deposit to the Martha's Vineyard Museum. Confirmation is done on a "first come, first-served" basis. Can
my guests go in the lighthouse?
Yes, after the ceremony. The lighthouse
keeper will be on hand and will open the lighthouse for
the private enjoyment of you and your guests. (We are sorry to say that, at this
time, the Edgartown Lighthouse cannot be opened.) What if
it rains?
We suggest that you make an alternative plan in case of rain.
The MVM will refund your payment, less the $100 deposit, if the ceremony at the
lighthouse has to be cancelled due to inclement weather. Is
there electricity for music?
Yes, any musician,
however, must provide a 100-foot extension cord. Please keep the music soft and
fitting to the tranquil setting. Can we have decorations?
Yes, but we do not recommend them. No balloons. Can we rehearse?
Yes, but you need to include rehearsal time in your reservation fee. Most couples
do not have a rehearsal. Can we have tents, portable toilets,
alcoholic beverages, or chairs?
No tents, portable toilets, or alcoholic
beverages. There are public restrooms nearby at Gay Head. You may provide chairs
at the Gay Head and East Chop Lighthouses. >top
Contact Information: Ree Kuser
If you have any
further questions please call, write, or e-mail:
Ree Jutras Kuser
RR1
Box 215
Edgartown, MA 02539
Phone: 508-939-9155
Email: ree@vineyard.net
Contact Information: Martha's Vineyard Museum
P.O.Box 1310
Edgartown,
MA 02539
Phone: 508-627-4441
Fax: 508-627-4436
Contact
Information: Lighthouse
Reservation Rental Form
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