schamonchi

New Bedford and Martha's Vineyard were once connected by the ferry Schamonchi. Now it is slowly sinking in a New York creek and is a shell of its glory days.

There's always been a special tie between New Bedford and Martha's Vineyard.  It's hard to believe, but it's been a solid twenty years since the last time New Bedford had ferry service to Martha's Vineyard.  That's when the MV Schamonchi stopped making it's runs from Billy Woods Wharf. The S...

I rode on the ol "Shamonchi" many times when I was younger. My Uncle and Aunt would take me with them on their yearly visit to Martha's Vineyard. What I remember most is that everyone pronounced the name of the boat differently. It was no luxury liner by any means, but it was "Our" ferry and I' sure holds many great memories for lots of us...