I think this is a "must do" or at least a "must see" for any visitor (young or old) to Martha's Vineyard. I am in my late 20s and my friend (early 30s) and I rode the carousel - we thought it was a bargain at $2.50 a pop! I'll admit, I got a little queezy towards the end of... More

My daughters and nephews must try fir the brass ring. Each of them managed to permanently borrow a ring at one time or another. It didn't matter how much I warned them. My almost 22 year old has hers on a Black Dog stuffed animal which rests on her bed in school. Many memories there...

You get on a horse and one feels ten again. Wonderful for children of all ages! Children of today can get a feel of what older people had in years gone by.

The carousel was not running when we were there, but what a cool place and a gallop back in history. The craftsmanship of the old horses is much more than an "also ran". And if you never knew the meaning of "go for the brass ring", you'll get it now. It's worth a stop on any trek around the island... More

I summered on the Vineyard as a child and some of my happiest memories are of times spent at the Flying Horses. Back then (say, 35+ years ago) there were gaudy (but wonderful) colored lights on the carousel, and paintings of the wind personified, and a beautiful mermaid, and other nautical icons that inspired one's imagination. Now the carousel has... More

My kids always loved this. Catching the brass ring highlight of summers. Crowded in summer especially on rainy days. Very historic and rare these days

Unfortunately, we didn't get to tour or ride it, as it was closed for its annual maintenance and repair. But watched them do some work on it, and it is obviously well cared for, plus such an interesting piece of history, something the town cares about.

Such fun - Do not skip this treat! Great for ANY age whether riding or watching. It is only open on the weekends so had missed it on earlier trips. It was busy when we got there but only had to wait about 5 minutes for the next ride. Read that it is the oldest operating carousel in America and... More

For visitors and residents alike, this classic Island site is a must. Plus, it's fun no matter your age range! Be sure to try to grab that brass ring. :)