Nestled in the woods of beautiful Chilmark on Martha’s Vineyard, Island Folk Pottery is a place where art, nature, and imagination come together.
We created our Fairy Sculpture Trail as a place where children and adults alike can leave the everyday world behind for a little while—to slow down, suspend reality, ignite their imaginations, and rediscover a sense of wonder.
Whether you’re wandering beneath the trees in search of hidden woodland sculptures, gathering in the Story Circle, visiting the Fairy Way Station, or exploring our pottery gift shop, we hope your visit becomes a memory you’ll carry long after you’ve returned home.
Fairy Sculpture Trail
Free • Self-Guided • Family Friendly
Open Daily • 9:00 am until Dusk
(Beginning Easter Weekend)
Wander through the woods at your own pace and discover a world where imagination quietly lives among the trees.
Along the trail you’ll encounter whimsical sculptures, hidden fairy houses, dragons, castles, Earth Guardians, Tree Spirits, and characters inspired by Irish folklore. Along the way, the Story Circle, Fairy Way Station, and other enchanted spaces invite you to pause, imagine, and experience the woods a little differently.
No two visitors notice exactly the same things—and that’s part of the magic.
Pottery Gift Shop
While you’re here, we invite you to visit our pottery gift shop featuring the handcrafted work of folk artist Bill O’Callaghan.
Browse handcrafted pottery, whimsical sculptures, driftwood furniture, and one-of-a-kind creations inspired by the natural beauty and folklore of Martha’s Vineyard and Ireland.
Seasonal Shop Hours
Monday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Can’t make it during shop hours?
Please call 508-955-9944 to arrange an appointment. Whenever possible, we’re happy to welcome visitors outside our regular hours.
Planning Your Visit
We want your visit to be relaxing, magical, and easy to enjoy.
Before you arrive:
- Parking is available in our driveway.
- Download or view the Fairy Trail Map before beginning your adventure.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes. The trail is approximately one-half mile and is designed to be explored at a leisurely pace.
- Please stay on the marked trails to help protect both the woodland and the sculptures.
- Like many outdoor areas on Martha’s Vineyard, ticks can occasionally be present. We recommend applying insect repellent to your shoes, socks, and lower legs before your walk. Some visitors also choose to tuck their pants into their socks or wear tick-treated clothing for added peace of mind.
- Need a quick clothing check? You’re welcome to use the lint roller available in the pottery shop after your walk.
We Look Forward to Welcoming You
The Fairy Sculpture Trail was created with one simple hope:
That for a little while, you might forget about your errands, your to-do list, and the busy pace of everyday life.
Walk slowly.
Look closely.
Imagine freely.
We hope you’ll leave with a smile, a story, and the feeling that the world still holds a little more magic than you thought when you arrived.