OUR MISSION
& History
The purpose of the Lagoon Pond Association (LPA) is to protect, preserve and enhance the character of Lagoon Pond and all immediate areas. Our interests include water quality, the natural beauty and resources such as fishing, shell-fishing, recreation and safety.
The LPA also communicates and cooperates with governmental agencies and other civic and conservation groups that are concerned with the quality of resources and life on Martha’s Vineyard, especially as they pertain to Lagoon Pond.
Your voice matters…
Your voice matters…
"Lagoon Pond belongs to all of us and we all bear responsibility for its health and well-being. Join us in our mission to preserve and protect this beautiful body of water for our children and our children's children to enjoy!”
— Sherry Countryman, L.P.A. President
Click here to hear Sherry's interview with MVY Radio regarding the Lagoon Pond Association.
HISTORIES
& Memories
A Brief History of the LPA
The LPA was formed 1n 1989 by the merging of two similar organizations: the Oklahoma Association in Tisbury and the Eastville-Lagoon Association in Oak Bluffs. Both had the same essential mission—to protect and preserve Lagoon Pond. In 1989 they “came to their senses” and merged to become a single, stronger voice.
Lagoon Heights Memories
Reminiscences from Early Years of a Beloved Summer Colony.
Originally published in the Dukes County Intelligencer, vol. 55, no. 1, pp. 32-58. Copyright 2013 by the Martha’s Vineyard Museum; further distribution without the express written permission of the Museum is prohibited. To purchase printed copies, or request permission to reprint, please contact the Museum at www.mvmuseum.org
Cottage History
Originally published in the Dukes County Intelligencer, vol. 55, no. 1, pp. 32-58. Copyright 2013 by the Martha’s Vineyard Museum; further distribution without the express written permission of the Museum is prohibited. To purchase printed copies, or request permission to reprint, please contact the Museum at www.mvmuseum.org
Lagoon Heights Neighbors Remembered
Originally published in the Dukes County Intelligencer, vol. 55, no. 1, pp. 32-58. Copyright 2013 by the Martha’s Vineyard Museum; further distribution without the express written permission of the Museum is prohibited. To purchase printed copies, or request permission to reprint, please contact the Museum at www.mvmuseum.org
Old Time Lagoon Bridge
The Lagoon Pond draw bridge was under construction when this photograph was taken in 1935. Excessive nitrogen (N) originating from a variety of sources has added to the impairment of the environmental quality of Lagoon Pond.
