JAWS 50th anniversary 'Amity Homecoming Weekend' schedule
June 19 – LET’S TALK JAWS LIVE!…LIVE! (2 PM): Be part of the live audience as Nate Jones, Michael Smith, and Janie Jones Clark take their popular YouTube show on the road with special guests. [This event is sold out.]
June 20 – Jaws Deep Dive: A FINatic’s Look at a Classic Film (9:30 AM – 12:30 PM): Historian and Jaws expert Bow Van Riper offers an in-depth exploration of what makes Jaws a masterpiece, using film clips and stills to delve into the film’s enduring brilliance.
June 21 – Growing Up with ‘Uncle Quint’: Life on the Set of Jaws and Beyond (1 PM): Author Christopher Shaw Myers, nephew of Robert “Quint” Shaw, shares stories about growing up with his legendary uncle and provides behind-the-scenes insights on Jaws.
June 21 – Wendy Benchley: Half Century Reflections From Jaws to Ocean Conservation (4 PM): Renowned ocean advocate Wendy Benchley discusses her journey from the Jaws set to global conservation efforts, highlighting groundbreaking marine research and shark protection initiatives.
June 22 – Meet Joe Alves: Jaws and Beyond (11 AM): Legendary Production Designer Joe Alves joins biographer Dennis L. Prince to discuss his groundbreaking career and iconic work on Jaws. A book signing will follow.
June 22 – On the Job with Deputy Hendricks (2 PM): Emmy Award-winning actor Jeffrey Kramer (Deputy Hendricks) shares behind-the-scenes stories from Jaws, including cut scenes and on-set moments. [This event is sold out.]
June 22 – Reunion Day: In collaboration with the Vineyard Gazette Media Group, enjoy a day-long celebration featuring movie memorabilia, live performances, and meet-and-greets with Island residents who participated in the film’s production. Attendees will receive a complimentary copy of the JAWS at 50: Commemorative Anniversary Magazine, filled with rarely seen photos from the film shoot.
June 23 – Museum Open to the Public: A rare Monday opening! Explore the Museum, including Jaws at 50: A Deeper Dive, featuring exclusive behind-the-scenes artifacts and stories.
June 23 – Orca Model: FINatic Send-off with Cort Corino (11 AM): Cort shares how he recreated a full-scale version of the Orca cabin using movie props, screenshots, and meticulous research.
