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Museum Celebrates History with Evening of Discovery Gala

Museum's grounds were transformed to Gatsby-esque splendor.
Ray Ewing
Museum's grounds were transformed to Gatsby-esque splendor.
Ray Ewing
Partygoers placed bids for the silent auction later.
Ray Ewing
Partygoers placed bids for the silent auction later.
Ray Ewing
Pre-dinner cocktails were served by the museum barn.
Ray Ewing
Pre-dinner cocktails were served by the museum barn.
Ray Ewing
A time to catch up with old friends and make new friends.
Ray Ewing
A time to catch up with old friends and make new friends.
Ray Ewing
Dinner served under the grand tent.
Ray Ewing
Dinner served under the grand tent.
Ray Ewing
Cathy Weiss.
Ray Ewing
Cathy Weiss.
Ray Ewing
Grounds overlooking the Lagoon and downtown Vineyard Haven.
Ray Ewing
Grounds overlooking the Lagoon and downtown Vineyard Haven.
Ray Ewing
Museum director Heather Seger.
Ray Ewing
Museum director Heather Seger.
Ray Ewing
Museum staff.
Ray Ewing
Museum staff.
Ray Ewing
Ray Ewing
Ray Ewing
Bidding at the auction.
Ray Ewing
Bidding at the auction.
Ray Ewing
A night at the museum to remember.
Ray Ewing
A night at the museum to remember.
Ray Ewing

On Saturday at the Evening of Discovery, the Martha’s Vineyard Museum’s annual opening of summer party and fundraiser, white flags billowed on stately sailcloth tents, and festive lights twinkled under the tent’s ceilings. The event took place on the museum's grounds overlooking the Lagoon on a sparkling June afternoon and night.



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