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The Steamship Authority

MAUnited StatesWoods Hole, MA

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Since 1960, we have been the lifeline to the Islands year-round. Today, our fleet is comprised of the largest, safest and most seaworthy vessels, manned by U.S. Coast Guard-certified crews. While each of our ferries has its own unique story and offers its own amenities, free Wi-Fi access is available on every Steamship Authority vessel. Click here to view detailed accessibility information.

Machine 1: is located on the M/V Nantucket (runs between Woods Hole and Oak Bluffs MV) near the Cafeteria. Designs are:
1) Sakaty Head Lighthouse,',
2) ' M/V Nantucket Commisiones 1974',
3) 'Cape Cod Massachusetts',
4) 'S/S Nobska 1925 - 1975',

Machine 2: is located on the M/V Martha's Vineyard (runs between Woods Hole and Oak Bluffs MV) near the Cafeteria floor.
1) 'M/V Martha's vineyard Commissioned 1993',
2) 'Cape Cod Massachusetts',
3) 'Aquinhah Lighthouse',
4) 'Nobska Lighthouse',

08/07/22 - Machines are back on the boats:
Machine 1 is located on the M/V Nantucket (runs between Woods Hole and Oak Bluffs MV) near the Cafeteria, The cafeteria was closed on the M/V Nantucket. This machine rolls well. Cost 2 quarters and a penny. No chance for change as cafeteria was closed.
Machine 2 is located on the M/V Martha's Vineyard (runs between Woods Hole and Oak Bluffs MV) near the Cafeteria floor. This one is a little hidden as it is on the left side of the cafeteria in a little nook. This machine rolls a little short. Cost 2 quarters and a penny. Staff will not provide change. 6/30/25: all three ferry’s have penny presses, two quarters and a penny, rolling short on copper

Machines and designs

3 machines
MachineDesignsCoin type
Machine 1 - M/V Nantucket Ferry4Mule
Machine 2 - M/V Martha’s Vineyard Ferry4Mule
Machine 3 - M/V Island Home Ferry4Mule

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