Jaws & Martha's Vineyard

JAWS is synonymous with Martha’s Vineyard—the iconic backdrop that brought Spielberg’s classic to life. Today, the Island continues to welcome film buffs and JAWS "finatics" from around the world to experience the magic firsthand. Visitors can explore the original filming locations year-round through guided tours, or chart their own course with the SetJetters app and our Film Tourism Guide.

Stay tuned for Amity Week celebrations with the Edgartown Board of Trade in 2026, when we’ll once again honor the film that made Martha’s Vineyard a cinematic legend.

JAWS 50th - 2025

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Recreate the Legend with SetJetters

The JAWS 50th Anniversary Celebration is your chance to visit the iconic filming sites that brought Amity Island to life. Download SetJetters, the free film tourism app, to search and explore JAWS scenes, capture your own perfectly aligned ShotSync photos, and collect the JAWS 50th badge. Whether you're on the beach, in the harbor, or at the town center, SetJetters turns Martha’s Vineyard into your personal film set.

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Relive the Legend & Explore the Iconic JAWS Filming Locations

In partnership with the Massachusetts Film Office and MOTT, celebrate 50 years of JAWS where it all began—on Martha’s Vineyard. Watch the legendary film and visit its most iconic filming locations through immersive screenings, guided tours, and unforgettable tributes. Dive into the legacy of Spielberg’s five-time Oscar-nominated masterpiece and experience the island that brought JAWS to life.

Amity Homecoming Weekend

June 19-21, 2026

A weekend dedicated to Jaws, the Island, and the stories that made it iconic.

Amity Homecoming Weekend returns to Martha’s Vineyard Museum June 19 – 21! From film history and behind-the-scenes storytelling to community gatherings and fan experiences, Amity Homecoming Weekend brings together Islanders, scholars, artists, and audiences to revisit the stories, people and places that shaped one of cinema’s most iconic films. 

Admission & Tickets

Museum admission is sold separately from program tickets. Admission includes access to all exhibitions, including Jaws-related artifacts and installations on view throughout the Museum. Capacity is limited for select programs, pre-registration is highly recommended.

Jaws at 50: An Island Story

Our 2025 exhibition Jaws at 50 was one of the Museum’s most popular shows ever, celebrating the Vineyard’s starring role in Steven Spielberg’s classic. Because of that excitement, we’re keeping the story alive with Jaws at 50: An Island Story. This smaller follow-up highlights the Islanders who built sets, piloted boats, and stepped in front of the camera, showing how their creativity and spirit helped bring Amity Island to life.