Wesleyan Grove

Wesleyan Grove contains 315 wooden cottages spread across 34 acres of land, forming circular patterns around a central gathering space with the iron Tabernacle.

The religious community established this summer gathering place in 1835, starting with nine tents that gradually transformed into permanent wooden structures by the 1860s.

The cottages demonstrate Victorian architectural elements with their detailed wooden trim, steep roofs, and decorative elements representing Methodist values of the nineteenth century.

Visitors can explore the neighborhood throughout the year, while guided tours provide detailed information about the architectural features and religious significance during summer months.

Each wooden cottage maintains its original nineteenth-century dimensions based on tent platforms, measuring approximately 20 feet by 30 feet with steep pitched roofs.

Location: Oak Bluffs

GPS coordinates: 41.45528,-70.56139

Latest update: May 13, 2025 17:17