Built in 1878, East Chop Lighthouse stands high on a cliff overlooking the town of Oak Bluffs. It was maintained by the U.S. Coast Guard until the early 1980's, when it was slated for destruction. Local citizens and celebrities of Martha's Vineyard made an appeal to Congress, and the lighthouse was saved.

It has since been placed on the National Register of Historic Places. After extensive renovations, it was opened to the public on a very limited basis: Sunday evenings from June to September for a small admission fee.

East Chop Lighthouse , 229 E Chop Dr, Vineyard Haven, Massachusetts 02568, Phone: 508-627-4441

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