Chilmark, Coastal town in Dukes County, Massachusetts.
Chilmark extends across 19 square miles of Martha's Vineyard, featuring stone walls, rolling hills, and numerous small ponds along its landscape.
The town received its name from Chilmark, Wiltshire, England, and was officially incorporated on September 14, 1694, following Governor Thomas Mayhew's settlement.
The fishing village of Menemsha within Chilmark maintains traditional New England maritime practices with local fishermen bringing fresh catches daily.
Access to Chilmark requires travel through other Martha's Vineyard towns, as the community has no direct mainland connections via ferry or airport.
During the 1800s, Chilmark recorded an exceptionally high number of deaf residents, with the rate substantially above the national average.
Location: Dukes County
Inception: 1660
Elevation above the sea: 28 m
Website: http://www.ci.chilmark.ma.us/
Website: http://ci.chilmark.ma.us
GPS coordinates: 41.34306,-70.74528
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:43
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