The Martha's Vineyard Book Festival lured hundreds of Islanders to panel discussions and one-on-one discussions with favorite authors. Art galleries were hopping with exhibits. Poets, musicians, actors and dancers from near and far shared their talents. Here's a look back at the year in arts on Martha's Vineyard.

More from 2017 on the Vineyard:

The Year in Review

The Year in Nature and Science

The Year in Food

Most Read Stories of the Year

Most Popular Photos of the Year

The Year in Photos

Farewell to Beloved Islanders

Photos from the Year in Nature and Science