Events for June
29th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Old Fashioned New England Clambakes with Live MusicExpired
Nantucket Hotel Breeze Bar
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Art Talks Presented by Artists Association of NantucketExpired
Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery
Events for June
30th
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fish Printing: Catch, Prepare, & Print for Beginners with Michael ReimerExpired
1800 House
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for July
1st
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for July
2nd
10:00 am - 12:15 pm
Terrific Thursday Crafting at Children’s BeachExpired
Children's Beach Band Stand
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for July
3rd
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Hands-On Lifesaving: Breeches Buoy & Heaving StickExpired
Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum
10:30 am - 1:30 pm
Artist Patio Pop Ups – John CarruthersExpired
Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for July
4th
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Saturday All Day Brunch with Complimentary Kids ClubExpired
Nantucket Hotel Breeze Bar
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Клуб для русскоговорящих детей и родителей! Club for Russian-speaking kids and parentsExpired
Nantucket Atheneum
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wavemaker X Dreamland Conversations: America at 250 – The Past, Present & Future ( Featuring David W. Blight, Susan Glasser, Peter Baker and Michael Schulder)Expired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
11:30 am
Independence Day Events: P.J. Moody sings the National AnthemExpired
Children's Beach Band Stand
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Red, White & Blue: A Celebration of America at 250Expired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
Events for July
5th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Artist Patio Pop Ups – Alexandra YurkoskyExpired
Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery
Events for July
6th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Old Fashioned New England Clambakes with Live MusicExpired
Nantucket Hotel Breeze Bar
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Art Talks Presented by Artists Association of NantucketExpired
Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery
Events for July
7th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for July
8th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Live Music at Cisco Brewers: Mesha Steele and the Riddim AllstarsExpired
Cisco Brewers
Events for July
9th
10:00 am - 12:15 pm
Terrific Thursday Crafting at Children’s BeachExpired
Children's Beach Band Stand
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Live Music at Cisco Brewers: Mesha Steele and the Riddim AllstarsExpired
Cisco Brewers
5:30 pm
Lecture with Mary Lynne Rainey on The Archaeology of Indigenous Architecture on Nantucket IslandExpired
Nantucket Whaling Museum
Events for July
10th
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Hands-On Lifesaving: Breeches Buoy & Heaving StickExpired
Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum
10:30 am - 1:30 pm
Artist Patio Pop Ups – Stephen PitliukExpired
Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
3:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Townie Screening and Q&A with Peter Farrelly, Steve Sweeney, and Ian BarrettExpired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
Events for July
11th
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Saturday All Day Brunch with Complimentary Kids ClubExpired
Nantucket Hotel Breeze Bar
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Клуб для русскоговорящих детей и родителей! Club for Russian-speaking kids and parentsExpired
Nantucket Atheneum
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for July
12th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Artist Patio Pop Ups – Jennifer Wyman BowmanExpired
Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery
Events for July
13th
9:30 am
Nantucket by Design: Beyond the Buzz: How Design Businesses are Actually Using TechnologyExpired
White Elephant Ballroom
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
11:30 am
Nantucket by Design: Designing a Sense of Place: Inspired by HistoryExpired
White Elephant Ballroom
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Old Fashioned New England Clambakes with Live MusicExpired
Nantucket Hotel Breeze Bar
Events for July
14th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
1:30 pm
Nantucket by Design: Defining Elegance through Classic Worlds of Interior Design, Architecture, and GardeningExpired
White Elephant Ballroom
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Message in a Bottle Workshop: Pier Pen PalsExpired
Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum
Events for July
15th
9:30 am
Nantucket by Design: From Concept to Collection: Designing Press-Worthy ProductExpired
White Elephant Ballroom
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
1:30 pm
Nantucket by Design: The Evolving World of Luxury: Exploring Intention, Point of View, and CraftsmanshipExpired
Greater Light
3:30 pm
Nantucket by Design: Brushes & Blueprints: Interpreting Historic NantucketExpired
Greater Light
Events for July
16th
10:00 am - 12:15 pm
Terrific Thursday Crafting at Children’s BeachExpired
Children's Beach Band Stand
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for July
17th
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Knife Sharpening for Chefs, Home Cooks, & Everyday Use: July with Keaton GoddardExpired
1800 House
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Hands-On Lifesaving: Breeches Buoy & Heaving StickExpired
Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Dreamland Kids – Stage Explorers Weekly ShowcaseExpired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for July
18th
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Saturday All Day Brunch with Complimentary Kids ClubExpired
Nantucket Hotel Breeze Bar
10:00 am
Storytime with a Princess: The Royal Performance (on-stage experience)Expired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Клуб для русскоговорящих детей и родителей! Club for Russian-speaking kids and parentsExpired
Nantucket Atheneum
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for July
19th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for July
20th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Old Fashioned New England Clambakes with Live MusicExpired
Nantucket Hotel Breeze Bar
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Art Talks Presented by Artists Association of NantucketExpired
Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Musical Arts Society Meet the Artists: Ying Li, piano soloExpired
Nantucket Atheneum
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Harborview Concert Series: The WAILS – A Beatles TributeExpired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
Events for July
21st
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
5:30 pm
Lecture with Ronald Angelo Johnson on Freedom & Equality in the Revolutionary Atlantic WorldExpired
Nantucket Whaling Museum
Events for July
22nd
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for July
23rd
10:00 am - 12:15 pm
Terrific Thursday Crafting at Children’s BeachExpired
Children's Beach Band Stand
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Special Screening: Influenced Followed by a Conversation with Jill KargmanExpired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
Events for July
24th
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Hands-On Lifesaving: Breeches Buoy & Heaving StickExpired
Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Dreamland Kids – Stage Explorers Weekly ShowcaseExpired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for July
25th
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Saturday All Day Brunch with Complimentary Kids ClubExpired
Nantucket Hotel Breeze Bar
10:00 am
Storytime with a Princess: The Royal Performance (on-stage experience)Expired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Клуб для русскоговорящих детей и родителей! Club for Russian-speaking kids and parentsExpired
Nantucket Atheneum
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Shipwreck Survival Skills – Youth ClassExpired
Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Dreamland Conversations: Casey Neistat with Rob CocuzzoExpired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
Events for July
26th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for July
27th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Old Fashioned New England Clambakes with Live MusicExpired
Nantucket Hotel Breeze Bar
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Musical Arts Society Meet the Artists: Peter Sirotin, violin; Ya-Ting Chang, pianoExpired
Nantucket Atheneum
Events for July
28th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Dreamland Comedy: Jane Condon & Friends (Emily Ruskowski and Kelly Macfarland)
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
Events for July
29th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for July
30th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
5:30 pm
Lecture with Jerome Rand on Sailing into Oblivion: The Solo Non-Stop Voyage of the Mighty Sparrow
Nantucket Whaling Museum
Events for July
31st
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Hands-On Lifesaving: Breeches Buoy & Heaving Stick
Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for August
1st
10:00 am
Storytime with a Princess: The Royal Performance (on-stage experience)
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Клуб для русскоговорящих детей и родителей! Club for Russian-speaking kids and parents
Nantucket Atheneum
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
The Myth of the Black Whaleman with Dr. Kayci Merritte
Museum of African American History
Events for August
2nd
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
July 2026
Sports Fishing on the Herbert TOngoing
Capt. Fred Tonkin is an experienced island fisherman who will take you to where the fish are biting. All equipment provided. A fishing trip on the Herbert T is a memorable for the whole family. Reservations: 508-228-6655 (evenings call 508-257-4176). Trips at 7am, 10am, 1pm, 4pm
Nantucket Walkabout – Polpis HarborExpired
Although Polpis Harbor is part of Nantucket Harbor, with its own narrow channel leading into it and two distinct coves or, lobes, this former kettle hole definitely feels like its own small harbor with a mooring field in its east lobe and a few boats in its west cove. Native Americans living around it spelled […]
Story Walk: Here We Go Digging for Dinosaur BonesOngoing
This STEM-friendly musical fossil dig will have dinosaur lovers singing along as they learn the science behind paleontology. Set to the tune of “Here We Go ‘Round the Mulberry Bush,” Here We Go Digging for Dinosaur Bones invites budding paleontologists and dinosaur fans on an exciting fossil dig. Readers will hike the trail, scan the ground, […]
Pick Your Own Veggies TourExpired
Attention all Bartlett’s veggie-enthusiasts, this tour is tailored for you! Step aboard our hay wagon, as we take you on a journey to the heart of our produce fields, where you can witness first-hand what’s fresh and in-season. You’ll have plenty of time to stop at multiple points of interest along the way, and we’ll […]
Feeding Frenzy at MMA AquariumExpired
Join MMA Aquarists and staff on a tour as they feed the ever-hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens to the public. You will learn all about the fascinating marine animals as you observe their unique feeding behaviors. This is a great way to learn about the diverse marine animals in the Nantucket Harbor […]
Ravenous ReptilesExpired
Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum! Learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, and more at the MMA Natural Science Museum! You will get to learn about and interact with several of the MMA Natural Science Museum educational animals. This is a […]
Marine StorytimeExpired
Enjoy this program designed for the young aquatic in your family! During each session, a MMA educator will read a marine or science themed book, introduce you to one of the MMA’s animal friends, and will finish up with an activity related to the story. This is a reoccurring program, but the specific focus and […]
Kids’ Metal Detecting 101Expired
Join expert metal detectorist, Nikoline Bohr, for an exciting, hands-on adventure designed just for kids! This one-hour beachside program invites young explorers to learn the basics of metal detecting in a fun and engaging way. Participants will discover how to use a metal detector, all while searching for hidden treasures on the beautiful shores of […]
Maritime Activity StationsOngoing
Explore Nantucket’s lifesaving history through rotating pop-up interactive stations featuring crafts, games, and artifact encounters. Included with museum admission.
Tuesday Tie-Dye at Children’s BeachExpired
Every Tuesday morning a fun-filled tie-dye session at Children’s Beach. T-shirts and all materials are included for this free weekly summer program.
Hands-On-HistoryOngoing
Join us this summer for hands-on family programming at the Whaling Museum Discovery Center, offered every week Monday-Friday Each day’s activity will connect to The Wider World and Scrimshaw exhibit with a creation for participants to make and take home Mondays – Watercolor Marine Mammals Explore humans’ relationships to whales and other marine mammals with a […]
Book Signing with Judy LannonExpired
Join Judy Lannon signing copies of Back to the Cape, the sequel to Callahan’s Cottage. Callahan’s Cottage was awarded first place as “Best Beach Read” with the Firebird Books Awards, and it was included in the Cape Cod Best of Issue for the hottest summer reads!
Family Connections TourExpired
Bring the whole family to experience our featured exhibit, The Wider World and Scrimshaw. Our museum guides will bring gallery topics to life with visual and tactile elements, connecting Nantucket and the World, Scrimshaw, and Wider World galleries to share about the influence of Nantucket whalers, whale ecology, the art of scrimshaw, souvenir collecting, and more. […]
Music in the Morning – Hugh Hanley: Circle of SongsExpired
We are so excited to have Hugh back in the garden! Join us for songs, fingerplays, and singing games! Don’t forget to bring a blanket!
Historic Downtown WalkingOngoing
Walkthrough historic downtown Nantucket with a Museum Guide and discover the unique history of the island. The Downtown Walking tour transports visitors on a journey through Nantucket’s past and tells the story of the rise and the fall of the whaling industry, the rise of tourism, and the impacts the island’s economy had on social […]
Tour the Brant Point Shellfish Hatchery!Ongoing
The Brant Point Shellfish Hatchery, located on Brant Point Beach next to the lighthouse, is a Town of Nantucket-operated facility that produces Nantucket Bay Scallops to supplement the wild population in Nantucket and Madaket Harbors. This registration form is for the tour on Tuesday, June 9, at 11:00 AM. Please complete one registration form for each […]
Public Historical Tour of NantucketOngoing
Step back in time on Nantucket’s oldest and most authentic guided tour. Experience the rich history and natural beauty of Nantucket on this 90-minute narrated van or bus tour. Founded by Quakers and steeped in maritime heritage, Nantucket comes to life through engaging stories and scenic stops at iconic landmarks — including Sankaty Head Lighthouse, […]
Kids’ Metal Detecting 101Expired
Join expert metal detectorist, Nikoline Bohr, for an exciting, hands-on adventure designed just for kids! This one-hour beachside program invites young explorers to learn the basics of metal detecting in a fun and engaging way. Participants will discover how to use a metal detector, all while searching for hidden treasures on the beautiful shores of […]
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
Ready to discover the hidden beauty of Nantucket? Our Signature Bus Tour is specially designed to bring you to the island’s most beautiful and remote corners without the hassle of driving or parking. Get the inside scoop about about Nantucket, both its history and what’s going on today, with our local guides. See the “Real” Nantucket: We take […]
Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream CruiseOngoing
Relax on this narrated tour of the inner harbor while you enjoy ice cream with friends & family. Departs again at 1, 2:25, & 4 pm. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com
The Westender Tour with Nantucket Island ToursExpired
Want to see even more of Nantucket without access to a bike or car? We’ve got you covered! Our Westender Tour takes you out to the sites at the “west end” of the island and include some of the historic points of interest we highlight during our Signature Tour as well. These are places a few miles away from […]
Somatic Yoga at the AtheneumExpired
Join us at 12:30 for a yoga practice for everyone! We will move through the practice focusing our attention on what it feels like to be in the body through slow focused movement. We will conclude with a full body relaxation. This is a short 45 minute practice that will leave one feeling relaxed and recharged […]
Nantucket Walkabout – Beechwood Farm LoopOngoing
A microcosm of the adjacent 6,700-acre Middle Moors, the Nantucket Islands Land Bank’s Beechwood Farm property in Polpis shares almost all of the elements of the maritime or, coastal heathlands habitat surrounding it. Upland meadows are dotted with native tree species including black cherry and various oaks including their shrub cousin, scrub oak, and Eastern […]
Adult Metal DetectingExpired
Join expert metal detectorist Nikoline Bohr for an exciting afternoon on the beautiful shores of Nantucket! This hands-on introductory course is designed for adults eager to explore the world of metal detecting. Participants will learn the fundamentals of operating a metal detector, from basic techniques to uncovering hidden treasures buried beneath the sand. Whether you’re […]
Tony TuesdaysExpired
Included with museum admission. Offered July, August & September. Join Collections Manager Tony Dumitru for a weekly artifact spotlight and behind-the-scenes show-and-tell.
Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain JimOngoing
Sailing Trips at 10 am, 1:30 & 3:30 pm, & sunset: learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Private charters & per person fares. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. endeavorsailing@gmail.com 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com
Youth Chorus Ages 8+Ongoing
A fun beginner music program to get kids used to singing in groups.
Live Music at Cisco Brewers: Liz Kelley
Featuring Liz Kelley performing at Cisco Brewers
Teen Tuesday Crafternoon: Insects in Amber Slime
Join us for this tactile craft as we make fluffy slime, using shaving foam! Choose your colors and go wild! Program will be held outside outside in the garden. In case of inclement weather, program will be rescheduled. This event is intended for ages 12-18.
Teen Tuesday Crafternoon: Insects in Amber Slime
Join us for this tactile craft as we make fluffy slime, using shaving foam! Choose your colors and go wild! Program will be held outside outside in the garden. In case of inclement weather, program will be rescheduled. This event is intended for ages 12-18.
Burger Night
In addition to our regular dinner menu, join us for Burger Night! Enjoy a special burger menu with gourmet toppings, crispy fries, and all your favorites — a fun, flavorful night out in a cozy island setting.
Digital Photography in the Landscape for Ages 18+
Experience photographing Nantucket’s natural beauty in the evening summer light ~ the Magic Hour! Whether you’re on the south shore, in the moors, or perched at Sconset Light, photo opportunities on the Island are abundant. We will meet at the NISDA campus and set out for a designated location determined by weather and instructor. A meaningful […]
Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise
Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.
Killer Queen Theatre Gala
Join us for an unforgettable summer evening in support of Theatre Workshop of Nantucket—a night filled with delicious food and drinks, great company, and the joy of coming together to celebrate the enduring importance of live theatre on Nantucket. As we mark our 70th season, this special benefit is both a celebration and a catalyst. […]
Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor
Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.
Open Arts Night!
We are expanding Open Mic Night into OPEN ARTS NIGHT! Our stage and mic are still open for any and all, but now we’ve added an Arts & Craft component so people may feel free to come and work on any kind of art project while watching the stage show. Bring your knitting! Embroidery! Coloring […]
ELL Beginner English
Learn essential phrases and vocabulary for everyday conversation. Practice speaking and boost your confidence in a friendly classroom setting. The Literacy Volunteers of the Atheneum (LVA) offer a drop-in beginner class every Tuesday evening at the library. The class is free, conducted in English and pre-registration is not required. For more information contact Cheryl at […]
Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise with the Shanty Singers
Sunset Cruise/Live Music with the Shanty Singers. Come enjoy a Nantucket Sunset Cruise while you listen to fun old time shanty tunes. Sing along or listen with a smile as you enjoy your favorite beverage with family and friends. Straight Wharf Slip #1011 508-228-7037
Dreamland Comedy: Jane Condon & Friends (Emily Ruskowski and Kelly Macfarland)
A Nantucket favorite, comedian and host Jane Condon returns for her annual summer show at Dreamland. This hilarious Greenwich mom has appeared on Last Comic Standing, the View, the TODAY show, 24, Nickelodeon, and Lifetime. Most recently she can be seen on the Sherri Shepherd Show and WGBH’s “Stories from the Stage” on You Tube. Follow her on Instagram […]
Men on Boats
Men on Boats is part true adventure, part outrageous comedy. It follows ten explorers charting the Colorado River in 1869, armed with questionable maps, oversized egos, and absolutely no idea what they’re doing. Inspired by John Wesley Powell’s journals, the play skewers the myth of American heroism and the idea of “discovery” itself. A great […]
Night at the Aquarium
Join MMA aquarists for an evening at the MMA Aquarium. Your Aquarium After Dark adventure begins as you enter the Aquarium after public operating hours and are greeted by an ambassador. You’ll learn about the eating habits of some of the Aquarium’s residents. Discover what the sharks and some of your favorite fishy friends do […]
Stargazing at Loines Observatory
Join our professional astronomers for Stargazing Open Nights at Loines Observatory. Get a chance to view an impressive tour of Nantucket’s night sky. The MMA will host varying time sessions of Open Night Stargazing from June through November. Please see our calendar for days and times. MMA staff will guide you in viewing astronomical objects […]
Late Night Trivia
Enjoy fun and libations
Sports Fishing on the Herbert T
Capt. Fred Tonkin is an experienced island fisherman who will take you to where the fish are biting. All equipment provided. A fishing trip on the Herbert T is a memorable for the whole family. Reservations: 508-228-6655 (evenings call 508-257-4176). Trips at 7am, 10am, 1pm, 4pm
Birding Field Trip
These trips will explore Nantucket’s birding hotspots and offer participants a chance to observe birds in their natural habitats. Binoculars, spotting scope, and field guides are available to borrow. All experience levels welcome. Birding Field Trips are free and open to all! Pre-registration is required. Please submit a unique registration for each participant. We will […]
Nantucket Walkabout – Smith’s Point
Smith’s Point is a treat whenever you can get out there. Jutting out into the channel between Madaket Harbor and Tuckernuck Island, Smith’s Point alternates between including Esther’s Island, so named when Hurricane Esther in September 1961 cleaved off half of Smith’s Point from the rest of Nantucket. Although we islanders still refer to Esther’s […]
Story Walk: Here We Go Digging for Dinosaur Bones
This STEM-friendly musical fossil dig will have dinosaur lovers singing along as they learn the science behind paleontology. Set to the tune of “Here We Go ‘Round the Mulberry Bush,” Here We Go Digging for Dinosaur Bones invites budding paleontologists and dinosaur fans on an exciting fossil dig. Readers will hike the trail, scan the ground, […]
Pick Your Own Flowers Tour
Blooms in the Field: A Floral Harvest There is no place on Nantucket quite like our flower fields in full bloom. While Bartlett’s Farm has Join us for a picturesque morning in the flower fields at Bartlett’s Farm. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Farm as you pick flowers and capture unforgettable moments […]
Marine Ecology Field Trip
What sea creatures live in the Nantucket Harbor? Find out as you help to collect, identify, and release fish, crabs, shrimp, and other marine creatures with our huge seine net. The Harbor is filled with interesting animals that will amaze you in their shapes, colors, and habits. This program is designed to be interesting for […]
Feeding Frenzy at MMA Aquarium
Join MMA Aquarists and staff on a tour as they feed the ever-hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens to the public. You will learn all about the fascinating marine animals as you observe their unique feeding behaviors. This is a great way to learn about the diverse marine animals in the Nantucket Harbor […]
Keeper For A Day
Have you ever wondered what it takes to care for reptiles, amphibians, fish, and other fascinating creatures? Join MMA Naturalists as an animal keeper for a day and experience it firsthand! Participants will help prepare diets, feed members of our living collection, clean and refresh enclosures, and learn how we keep our animal ambassadors healthy […]
Adult Metal Detecting
Join expert metal detectorist Nikoline Bohr for an exciting afternoon on the beautiful shores of Nantucket! This hands-on introductory course is designed for adults eager to explore the world of metal detecting. Participants will learn the fundamentals of operating a metal detector, from basic techniques to uncovering hidden treasures buried beneath the sand. Whether you’re […]
Wellness Wednesday, Children’s Yoga with Phoebe Strobino
free children’s yoga. This fun and engaging weekly program encourages movement and mindfulness in a relaxed outdoor setting.
Crafts in the Courtyard: Seashell Babies
A little acorn cap, some wool, a wooden bead, and a shell are all it takes to make a slumbering little one. Stop by the Atheneum Courtyard this morning and make a sweet little seashell baby of your own! This program is made possible by a generous grant from the Nantucket Golf Club Foundation.
Hands-On-History
Join us this summer for hands-on family programming at the Whaling Museum Discovery Center, offered every week Monday-Friday Each day’s activity will connect to The Wider World and Scrimshaw exhibit with a creation for participants to make and take home Mondays – Watercolor Marine Mammals Explore humans’ relationships to whales and other marine mammals with a […]
Facepainting Charter with Nantucket by Water
Kids enjoy face painting fun while parents take in the beautiful views of Nantucket’s shoreline. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.
Historic Downtown Walking
Walkthrough historic downtown Nantucket with a Museum Guide and discover the unique history of the island. The Downtown Walking tour transports visitors on a journey through Nantucket’s past and tells the story of the rise and the fall of the whaling industry, the rise of tourism, and the impacts the island’s economy had on social […]
Reader’s Advisory with Annye Camara
Looking for your next great read? Join our Reader’s Advisory Group from 11:00–12:00 PM and meet with Annye Camara, who will help you discover books tailored to your interests. Whether you’re in a reading slump or eager to explore something new, come chat, share what you love, and leave with great recommendations. Free and Open to All!
Book Signing with Elin Hilderbrand
Join us for one of Elin’s iconic weekly Wednesday signings this summer. No pre-purchase is required for Elin’s signings. The first 100 people in line will get a ticket. You can start lining up at 10am. Only books purchased at Mitchell’s and Bookworks can be autographed.
Public Historical Tour of Nantucket
Step back in time on Nantucket’s oldest and most authentic guided tour. Experience the rich history and natural beauty of Nantucket on this 90-minute narrated van or bus tour. Founded by Quakers and steeped in maritime heritage, Nantucket comes to life through engaging stories and scenic stops at iconic landmarks — including Sankaty Head Lighthouse, […]
Hands-On-History at Greater Light
Learn about the Monaghan sisters and their artists retreat, and color in a painting by Gertrude Monaghan with watercolor. This is a drop-in program offered during the site’s open hours. Groups of 10 or more require advanced notification by emailing tours@nha.org.
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
Ready to discover the hidden beauty of Nantucket? Our Signature Bus Tour is specially designed to bring you to the island’s most beautiful and remote corners without the hassle of driving or parking. Get the inside scoop about about Nantucket, both its history and what’s going on today, with our local guides. See the “Real” Nantucket: We take […]
Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise
Relax on this narrated tour of the inner harbor while you enjoy ice cream with friends & family. Departs again at 1, 2:25, & 4 pm. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com
The Westender Tour with Nantucket Island Tours
Want to see even more of Nantucket without access to a bike or car? We’ve got you covered! Our Westender Tour takes you out to the sites at the “west end” of the island and include some of the historic points of interest we highlight during our Signature Tour as well. These are places a few miles away from […]
Bug Bonanza
What insects and small creatures live in the grasses, flowers, and trees of Nantucket? Find out as you adventure with MMA Natural Science Museum staff to collect insects like a scientist and learn about the incredible traits and behaviors of all the creates we catch and release. We will also identify the insects, and then […]
Nantucket Walkabout – Head of the Plains
Ocean blue and endless in the distance. A heady, briny aroma. A roar of crashing waves. A vast open coastal plain bathed in fading sunlight with a moon starting to appear. You’ve found Nantucket’s magnificent Head of the Plains at sunset! On the trail now, you glimpse some sort of hawk hovering low on little […]
Greenhouse Tours at Bartlett’s Farm
take a journey around Bartlett’s Farm and see two hundred years of agricultural history here on Nantucket. From Seed to Salad: A Behind-the-Scenes Journey Step inside the heart of Nantucket’s oldest family farm. While Bartlett’s Farm has been tilling these fields since the early 1800s, our greenhouse operations represent the modern frontier of island agriculture. […]
Children’s Chess Class
We are happy to offer chess classes to kids ages 8-12. Our teacher, James Borthwick, is a young chess enthusiast and will be holding a class at our chess table in the garden. Space is limited. Registration is required online at www.nantucketatheneum.org or by phoning the Weezie desk at (508) 228-1110 x 103
Elin Hilderbrand Blue Book Tour
A Must See, Can’t Miss, Won’t Forget Tour of Nantucket New in 2026: Insider’s Glimpse to Five Star Weekend, coming to the Peacock Network summer ’26! Straight from the pages of Elin Hilderbrand’s The Blue Book, comes a tour that highlights Elin’s favorite shops, restaurants and beaches, as well as showcasing iconic places that are prominent in her […]
Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim
Sailing Trips at 10 am, 1:30 & 3:30 pm, & sunset: learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Private charters & per person fares. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. endeavorsailing@gmail.com 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com
Live Music at Cisco Brewers: Buckle & Shake
Featuring Buckle & Shake performing at Cisco Brewers
Behind the Scenes at the Research Library
Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at ephemera from across the NHA collections.
Little Adventurer’s Book Club
Join us for a book club designed for readers of adventure stories, featuringunforgettable journeys, larger-than-life heroes, and page-turning suspense! This program is designed for children who are going into 3rd grade and up. Registration suggested but not required.
Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise
Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.
Game Night
Join us for our Weekly Table Top Game Night at the Nantucket Atheneum. We have a variety of fun board games and card games and host fun Mag-ACK The Gathering groups as well as the return of our Dungeon’s & Dragons drop-in sessions! *** (Space for Dungeons and Dragons is very limited and is first-come, first-serve!) **! Experienced players and newbies are all welcome! Game […]
Geschke Lecture: Dr. Jeremy Nobel
Topic: Creativity, Connection and Health: Urgency and Opportunity Jeremy Nobel, MD, MPH, is a primary care physician, public health practitioner, and award-winning poet who serves on the faculty of both Harvard Medical School and the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. As the founder and president of The Foundation for Art & Healing, he has gained national recognition […]
Kids’ Night Out: Enjoy Your Evening While Your Kids Enjoy Theirs
Safe, supervised evening program ages 4–12 with games, crafts, themed activities, outdoor play, & movies while parents enjoy a night out. In-town shuttle for pickup & drop-off available. Register: KidsNightOutNantucket.com
Atheneum Knitting Group
Calling all knitters! Gather your projects and supplies and come knit with us. Are you curious about learning how to knit? Our group of veterans can get you started. Are you stymied by a challenge in your project? Our group can help with that. The Atheneum Knitters Group is a fun, relaxed place to share […]
Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor
Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.
Nantucket Walkabout – Shawkemo Hills Sunset
After hiking through kettle and kame terrain in the moors learning about frost bottoms and when to pick beach plums with Nantucket Walkabout Guide Peter Brace, soak up the best view of Nantucket Harbor watching the sunset over the harbor and Nantucket Sound at the end of the day from Radar Hill. Shawkemo Hills offers […]
Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise
Nothing beats a Nantucket Sunset. Grab a favorite beverage & snacks and c’mon aboard for one of the best shows in town! Departure time will vary with sunset. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com
Celtic Sessions
Drop in and enjoy playing classic Celtic tunes in a group setting.
Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville
Set sail for paradise in this high-spirited jukebox musical where the sun is hot, the drinks are cold, and the music is pure island magic. Escape to Margaritaville brings the beloved songs of Jimmy Buffett to life in a tropical romantic comedy filled with laughter, heart, and over-the-top fun. At the laid-back Margaritaville Hotel, […]
CULTURAL ARTS LECTURE SERIES AND SILO GALLERY
Open to Community Visitors. NISDA’s Cultural Arts Lecture Series, the figurehead of our programs, offers a place to be inspired, consider visions of the future, stewardship, explore ingenuity… expressive and applied creativity! At NISDA we explore the inter-connections of the Arts, Sciences, Humanities and Environment…the Arts as generator of ideas, creativity, sustainability, social voice, conveyor […]
Men on Boats
Men on Boats is part true adventure, part outrageous comedy. It follows ten explorers charting the Colorado River in 1869, armed with questionable maps, oversized egos, and absolutely no idea what they’re doing. Inspired by John Wesley Powell’s journals, the play skewers the myth of American heroism and the idea of “discovery” itself. A great […]
Full Moon Nature Walk – Buck Moon
Join Joanna Roche on a peaceful one hour walk (up to 2 miles on uneven terrain) under the light of the full Moon. Discover the legends and narratives of the past and present. Enjoy the tranquility of the quiet night sky and learn about our Moon’s current themes and its important symbolism. Our complimentary under […]
Stargazing at Loines Observatory
Join our professional astronomers for Stargazing Open Nights at Loines Observatory. Get a chance to view an impressive tour of Nantucket’s night sky. The MMA will host varying time sessions of Open Night Stargazing from June through November. Please see our calendar for days and times. MMA staff will guide you in viewing astronomical objects […]
Sports Fishing on the Herbert T
Capt. Fred Tonkin is an experienced island fisherman who will take you to where the fish are biting. All equipment provided. A fishing trip on the Herbert T is a memorable for the whole family. Reservations: 508-228-6655 (evenings call 508-257-4176). Trips at 7am, 10am, 1pm, 4pm
Nantucket Walkabout – Lost Farm Sanctuary
Just under half of Nantucket’s farms existed on the western half of the island. Around 1850, when Nantucket boasted nearly 100 produce, dairy, poultry and cattle farms all over the island and Tuckernuck Island, there were around 20 farms along Hummock Pond Road and in this vicinity. Some of this farmland included the conservation land […]
Story Walk: Here We Go Digging for Dinosaur Bones
This STEM-friendly musical fossil dig will have dinosaur lovers singing along as they learn the science behind paleontology. Set to the tune of “Here We Go ‘Round the Mulberry Bush,” Here We Go Digging for Dinosaur Bones invites budding paleontologists and dinosaur fans on an exciting fossil dig. Readers will hike the trail, scan the ground, […]
Pick Your Own Veggies Tour
Attention all Bartlett’s veggie-enthusiasts, this tour is tailored for you! Step aboard our hay wagon, as we take you on a journey to the heart of our produce fields, where you can witness first-hand what’s fresh and in-season. You’ll have plenty of time to stop at multiple points of interest along the way, and we’ll […]
Feeding Frenzy at MMA Aquarium
Join MMA Aquarists and staff on a tour as they feed the ever-hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens to the public. You will learn all about the fascinating marine animals as you observe their unique feeding behaviors. This is a great way to learn about the diverse marine animals in the Nantucket Harbor […]
Ravenous Reptiles
Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum! Learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, and more at the MMA Natural Science Museum! You will get to learn about and interact with several of the MMA Natural Science Museum educational animals. This is a […]
Marine Storytime
Enjoy this program designed for the young aquatic in your family! During each session, a MMA educator will read a marine or science themed book, introduce you to one of the MMA’s animal friends, and will finish up with an activity related to the story. This is a reoccurring program, but the specific focus and […]
Dance Party in the Garden
Get ready to move, groove, and giggle at our Dance Party in the Garden! Every Thursday morning, Cory Morgan leads an energetic, joy-filled dance time at the Nantucket Atheneum Garden With songs, silly dance moves, and fun challenges like Freeze Dance and the Cha-Cha Slide, this is the perfect way for kids to kick off […]
Maritime Activity Stations
Explore Nantucket’s lifesaving history through rotating pop-up interactive stations featuring crafts, games, and artifact encounters. Included with museum admission.
Terrific Thursday Crafting at Children’s Beach
Get creative every Thursday morning at Children’s Beach with fun, hands-on craft projects for kids of all ages. A morning of imagination, creativity, and take-home creations. This summer’s schedule is: July 2 | 4th of July Crafts July 9 | Make Your Own Drum Kit July 16 | Magnets July 23 | Picture Frames July […]
Explore the saltmarsh of the Creeks | Nantucket Inter-Island BioBlitz
Join Dr. Sarah Bois, Director of Research and Conservation, for a guided exploration of the beach and saltmarsh of the Creeks (Nantucket Land Bank) with a special focus on documenting the biodiversity of this special habitat. Sarah will go over the use of iNaturalist to help identify and record what we see. This walk is […]
Hands-On-History
Join us this summer for hands-on family programming at the Whaling Museum Discovery Center, offered every week Monday-Friday Each day’s activity will connect to The Wider World and Scrimshaw exhibit with a creation for participants to make and take home Mondays – Watercolor Marine Mammals Explore humans’ relationships to whales and other marine mammals with a […]
Family Connections Tour
Bring the whole family to experience our featured exhibit, The Wider World and Scrimshaw. Our museum guides will bring gallery topics to life with visual and tactile elements, connecting Nantucket and the World, Scrimshaw, and Wider World galleries to share about the influence of Nantucket whalers, whale ecology, the art of scrimshaw, souvenir collecting, and more. […]
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2026 Annual Events
- April 24 -26, Daffodil Festival
- May 27 to 31: Nantucket Wine & Food Festival
- June 11 to 14: Nantucket Book Festival
- June 12 to 18: AAN’s Plein Air Nantucket
- June 14: Shellfish Assn. Oysterfest
- June 17 to 22: Nantucket Film Festival
- June 26: NHA’s Baskets, Bubbles, & Bourbon
- July 4: Independence Day Festivities
- July 6 to 12: Nantucket Dance Festival
- July 7 to 9: Nantucket Garden Festival
- July 9: A Night at the Museum
- July 9 to 11: Nantucket Comedy Festival
- July 10: Atheneum Luminary Award Dinner
- July 11: Sconset Trust’s Jog in the Fog
- July 13 to 16: NHA’s Nantucket by Design
- July 16: A Safe Place Summer Soiree
- July 17: DreamBIG Event
- July 18: Artists Assn of Nantucket Gala
- July 19: Night under the Light Gala
- July 23: MMA Stargazer Circus Gala
- July 24 to 26: The Stargazer Circus
- July 28: “Killer Queen” Theatre Workshop Gala
- August 1: NHA’s A Nantucket Night
- August 6 to 16: Nantucket Race Week
- August 8: Boston Pops on Nantucket
- August 16: Opera House Cup
- September 12: AAN’s Sidewalk Art Show #3
- October 2: Scallopers Ball
- October 9 to 11: Wet Paint Weekend
- October 31: Town Halloween Celebration
- November 24 to 28: NHA’s Festival of Wreaths
- November 27: Town Tree Lighting Ceremony
- December 4 to 6: Christmas Stroll Weekend
- December 4 to 31: NHA’s Festival of Trees
