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July 2025

Nantucket Walkabout – Smith’s PointExpired

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 […]
09 Jul, 2025
8:00 am - 10:00 am
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Big Sit BirdingExpired

Join Seth Engelbourg and Libby Buck of the Linda Loring Nature Foundation for a birding “Big Sit” event. We will gather at the picnic tables on our office deck to spend a relaxing morning observing all the birds that come to our feeders or fly by. We will provide all necessary equipment, such as binoculars, […]
09 Jul, 2025
8:00 am - 9:30 am
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Marine Ecology Field TripExpired

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 […]
09 Jul, 2025
8:30 am - 10:00 am
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Dance Festival – Open ClassesExpired

Our all-ages, all-levels dance classes provide a peek into the dance world and are led by our incredible Festival artists. Classes will be offered Tap, Ballet, Modern, Krump, Injury Prevention and Ballroom. Don’t miss out on the Performance Workshop for young people aged 7-18 who want to be part of our benefit performance July 12!  […]
09 Jul, 2025
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Nantucket high School
10 Surfside Road, Nantucket
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Feeding Frenzy at MMA AquariumExpired

Join MMA Aquarists and staff 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 and beyond. This program […]
09 Jul, 2025
9:00 am - 9:45 am
Maria Mitchell Aquarium
28 Washington St.
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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 […]
09 Jul, 2025
9:00 am - 9:45 am
MMA Natural Science Museum
7 Milk St.
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Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color The Inaugural Exhibition of Her WatercolorsExpired

Celebrate the creative legacy of Lucille Jordan – real estate icon, philanthropist, and founder of the Children’s House Montessori School. This first-ever showing of her watercolors benefits the Children’s House, continuing her lifelong commitment to Nantucket’s children. Art. Legacy. Community. The Susan Lister Locke Gallery, on The Waterfront, 28 Easy Street susanlisterlocke.com
09 Jul, 2025
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Susan Lister Locke
28 Easy Street
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Historic Sites Adventure DayExpired

Travel through town to four of our historic properties, meet historical figures, and check off the visit on your very own Historic Site Adventure passport. Visit these sites in any order at your own pace: Greater Light, Hadwen House, Old Jail, Friends Meeting House.
09 Jul, 2025
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Book Signing with Elin Hilderbrand & Chris WhitakerExpired

Meet two authors: Elin Hilderbrand, author of The Blue Book, along with Chris Whitaker, author of All the Colors of the Dark, at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street. The first 100 in line at Mitchell’s will get a ticket. No pre-purchase is required. You can start lining up at 10am. Only books purchased at […]
09 Jul, 2025
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Mitchell's Book Corner
54 Main Street
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The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired

Join friendly & knowledgeable guides for a 75-minute tour of the historic sites in Nantucket Town, Sconset, & more. See The Oldest House, The Old Windmill, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head Lighthouse & more. Tour departs daily at 11:15, 1:00, and 2:45. Tickets $45. Book at 42 Straight Wharf, on line at nantucketbustours.com or at 508-228-0334.
09 Jul, 2025
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
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The Westender Tour with Nantucket Island ToursExpired

The Westender Tour covers historic sites in Town then heads West to the Village of Madaket. After that exploration, enjoy stops at Bartlett’s Ocean View Farm plus a stop at Cisco Brewery where you can enjoy libations & the food vendors.  The overall experience lasts about two and a half hours. Tickets $85. Book at 42 Straight […]
09 Jul, 2025
11:45 am - 3:15 pm
42 Straight Wharf
$75.00
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Bug BonanzaExpired

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 […]
09 Jul, 2025
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Mill Hill Park
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Nantucket Walkabout – Sankaty BluffExpired

Sand, gravel and boulders laid down by the last glacier during the Wisconsinan Glacial Stage was not the first layer of foundation for Nantucket; an ocean bottom created during the Sangamonian Interglacial Stage and another pavement of glacial material during the Illinoian Glacial Stage are also underneath us. The only place to see all three […]
09 Jul, 2025
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Elin Hilderbrand Blue Book TourExpired

This new tour is straight from the pages of Elin’s ultimate “Must See, Can’t Miss, Won’t Forget” guide to Nantucket, The Blue Book.  Led by Elin’s sister, Heather Thorpe, this tour highlights Elin’s favorite shops, restaurants, & beaches, & showcases island spots prominent in her novels.  Tickets $100.  Book at 42 Straight Wharf, on line […]
09 Jul, 2025
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
42 Straight Wharf
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Teen TriviaOngoing

Join us for an evening of trivia at the library, just for teens! Bring a friend or come alone and test your knowledge! Snacks will be provided. This program is intended for ages 13 and up.
09 Jul, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Nantucket Atheneum
1 India St, Nantucket, MA
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Game NightOngoing

Join us for our Weekly Table Top Game Night at the Nantucket Atheneum. We have a variety of fun board games and card games. We host 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!) […]
09 Jul, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Nantucket Atheneum
1 India St, Nantucket, MA
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Book Talk with Tim Ehrenberg & Chris Whitaker

Celebrate the paperback release of 2024’s epic best-selling book and the Read with Jenna pick – All the Colors of the Dark with author Chris Whitaker. Chris is joining us here on Nantucket from across the pond and his home of England to discuss this blockbuster novel. All the Colors of the Dark is a missing person mystery, a serial killer […]
09 Jul, 2025
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
17 South Water Street
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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
09 Jul, 2025
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Nantucket by Water
Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
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Million Dollar Quartet

The Tony Award-nominated musical Million Dollar Quartet is set on December 4, 1956, when an extraordinary twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever. Million Dollar Quartet brings that legendary December night […]
09 Jul, 2025
7:00 pm - 9:15 pm
Bennett Hall
62 Centre Street
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A Night for Swifties

Celebrate the magic of Taylor Swift’s music as A NIGHT FOR SWIFTIES comes to Nantucket Performing Arts Center. Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring the incredible talent assembled by music director and producer Drew Wutke, with a lineup of powerhouse singers and musicians including local Nantucket special guests, all coming together to bring Taylor Swift’s […]
09 Jul, 2025
8:00 pm
Nantucket Performing Arts Center
5 N Water St
$52.00
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Open Night: 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 9 through August 30. Please see our calendar for days and times. MMA staff will guide you in viewing […]
09 Jul, 2025
9:00 pm - 9:45 pm
Loines Observatory
59 Milk Street Extension
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Nantucket Walkabout – Smooth Hummocks

Graded relatively flat by glacial meltwater running out over the coastal plain to the ocean 75 miles away when the landmass that would become Nantucket was nothing more than a wide, low ridge of sand, gravel and glacial erratics (boulders), Smooth Hummocks is Nantucket’s version of the Midwest’s prairies complete with rare wildflowers and grasses […]
10 Jul, 2025
8:00 am - 10:00 am
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Dance Festival – Open Classes

Our all-ages, all-levels dance classes provide a peek into the dance world and are led by our incredible Festival artists. Classes will be offered Tap, Ballet, Modern, Krump, Injury Prevention and Ballroom. Don’t miss out on the Performance Workshop for young people aged 7-18 who want to be part of our benefit performance July 12!  […]
10 Jul, 2025
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Nantucket high School
10 Surfside Road, Nantucket
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Guided Tour of Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

Join our expert guides on this over-sand vehicle beach tour and learn about the fascinating flora and fauna at Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge. Experience beautiful and unique habitats including salt marshes, the barrier beach system, and the marine environment. Learn how sea level rise and more frequent and severe storms threaten the integrity of this rare […]
10 Jul, 2025
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Wauwinet Gatehouse
111 Wauwinet Road
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Feeding Frenzy at MMA Aquarium

Join MMA Aquarists and staff 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 and beyond. This program […]
10 Jul, 2025
9:00 am - 9:45 am
Maria Mitchell Aquarium
28 Washington St.
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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 […]
10 Jul, 2025
9:00 am - 9:45 am
MMA Natural Science Museum
7 Milk St.
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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 […]
10 Jul, 2025
9:15 am - 10:00 am
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Dance Party in the Garden

This program is funded by a generous grant from the Nantucket Golf Club Foundation Join us in the garden for fun songs and singing games.  Don’t forget to bring a blanket.  In the event of inclement weather, the program will be canceled.
10 Jul, 2025
9:45 am - 10:30 am
Nantucket Atheneum
1 India St, Nantucket, MA
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Tree Tours

The Nantucket Land & Water Council offers free historic downtown tree tours. Learn about the beautiful and historical species of trees that line our downtown streets. Led by Nantucket Waterkeeper RJ Turcotte, whose combined biology and island history knowledge generates interesting conversations and surprising questions. Find out how our town’s trees have been preserved over […]
10 Jul, 2025
10:00 am - 11:00 am
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En Plein Air with Nikoline Bohr

Step outside and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Nantucket with En Plein Air, an outdoor painting and drawing class designed to help you capture the island’s stunning landscapes in vibrant color. Led by Nikoline Bohr, this class will guide you through the techniques of plein air painting—creating art directly from nature. Whether you are […]
10 Jul, 2025
10:00 am - 11:30 am
MMA Outdoor Classroom
33 Washington St.
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Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color The Inaugural Exhibition of Her Watercolors

Celebrate the creative legacy of Lucille Jordan – real estate icon, philanthropist, and founder of the Children’s House Montessori School. This first-ever showing of her watercolors benefits the Children’s House, continuing her lifelong commitment to Nantucket’s children. Art. Legacy. Community. The Susan Lister Locke Gallery, on The Waterfront, 28 Easy Street susanlisterlocke.com
10 Jul, 2025
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Susan Lister Locke
28 Easy Street
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Ruchi New York Trunk Show

The Susan Lister Locke Gallery, on the waterfront at 28 Easy Street, is presenting a trunk show of heirloom quality, exquisitely handmade luxury jewelry by Ruchi New York. SusanListerLocke.com ~ 508-228-2132.
10 Jul, 2025
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Susan Lister Locke
28 Easy Street
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Nature Storytime

Enjoy this program designed for the young explorer in your family! During each session, a MMA educator will read a nature 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 recurring program, but the specific focus and […]
10 Jul, 2025
11:00 am - 11:45 am
MMA Natural Science Museum
7 Milk St.
$10.00
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The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket

Join friendly & knowledgeable guides for a 75-minute tour of the historic sites in Nantucket Town, Sconset, & more. See The Oldest House, The Old Windmill, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head Lighthouse & more. Tour departs daily at 11:15, 1:00, and 2:45. Tickets $45. Book at 42 Straight Wharf, on line at nantucketbustours.com or at 508-228-0334.
10 Jul, 2025
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
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The Westender Tour with Nantucket Island Tours

The Westender Tour covers historic sites in Town then heads West to the Village of Madaket. After that exploration, enjoy stops at Bartlett’s Ocean View Farm plus a stop at Cisco Brewery where you can enjoy libations & the food vendors.  The overall experience lasts about two and a half hours. Tickets $85. Book at 42 Straight […]
10 Jul, 2025
11:45 am - 3:15 pm
42 Straight Wharf
$75.00
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Read to a Buddy

Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D) are certified therapy dogs trained to be good listeners.  This program is a fun, relaxed, and nonjudgmental way to become more confident and simply enjoy reading.  Our furry friends want to listen and make you feel great about your reading! Bring a book from home or choose a book from […]
10 Jul, 2025
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Nantucket Atheneum
1 India St, Nantucket, MA
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Elin Hilderbrand Blue Book Tour

This new tour is straight from the pages of Elin’s ultimate “Must See, Can’t Miss, Won’t Forget” guide to Nantucket, The Blue Book.  Led by Elin’s sister, Heather Thorpe, this tour highlights Elin’s favorite shops, restaurants, & beaches, & showcases island spots prominent in her novels.  Tickets $100.  Book at 42 Straight Wharf, on line […]
10 Jul, 2025
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
42 Straight Wharf
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Children’s Chess Club

Come enjoy the royal game of chess at your library! Young chess players of all abilities are encouraged to come check out the Nantucket Atheneum’s new Chess Club! Volunteers of the Teen Advisory Board will be hosting, so come learn the basics or challenge your friends to a game! Bring your own board or play with one […]
10 Jul, 2025
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Nantucket Atheneum
1 India St, Nantucket, MA
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A Night for Swifties

Celebrate the magic of Taylor Swift’s music as A NIGHT FOR SWIFTIES comes to Nantucket Performing Arts Center. Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring the incredible talent assembled by music director and producer Drew Wutke, with a lineup of powerhouse singers and musicians including local Nantucket special guests, all coming together to bring Taylor Swift’s […]
10 Jul, 2025
4:00 pm
Nantucket Performing Arts Center
5 N Water St
$52.00
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A Safe Place Summer Soiree

A Safe Place invites you to our first annual Summer Soiree: Building Safer Tomorrows This year’s summer fundraiser celebration will be held at Great Harbor Yacht Club on Thursday, July 10, 2025 from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM. Enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, raw bar, a silent auction and more, while creating direct impact on island […]
10 Jul, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Great Harbor Yacht Club
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Dance Festival – Social Dance Night

Join us for a free community event at NISDA, held in their beautiful space. Come, bring a blanket to relax in the meadow, learn some dance moves from our world-renowned ballroom artists, relax to live music, grab a bite at a local food truck and socialize in a non-alcohol setting. All are welcome!
10 Jul, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Nantucket Island School of Design
23 Wauwinet Road
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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
10 Jul, 2025
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Nantucket by Water
Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
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Million Dollar Quartet

The Tony Award-nominated musical Million Dollar Quartet is set on December 4, 1956, when an extraordinary twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever. Million Dollar Quartet brings that legendary December night […]
10 Jul, 2025
7:00 pm - 9:15 pm
Bennett Hall
62 Centre Street
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A Night for Swifties

Celebrate the magic of Taylor Swift’s music as A NIGHT FOR SWIFTIES comes to Nantucket Performing Arts Center. Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring the incredible talent assembled by music director and producer Drew Wutke, with a lineup of powerhouse singers and musicians including local Nantucket special guests, all coming together to bring Taylor Swift’s […]
10 Jul, 2025
7:30 pm
Nantucket Performing Arts Center
5 N Water St
$52.00
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Owl Prowl

Night-time has always had a mysterious appeal, which brings out a whole new cast of avian and other creatures. It requires patience, and a shift of consciousness from sight to hearing. Join the MMA’s Field Ornithologist, Ginger Andrews, as we listen for calls of a variety of nocturnal animals and birds. We will watch for […]
10 Jul, 2025
8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
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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 […]
10 Jul, 2025
8:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Maria Mitchell Aquarium
28 Washington St.
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Full Moon Nature Walk

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 […]
10 Jul, 2025
9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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Nantucket Walkabout – Shawkemo Hills

Shawkemo Hills offers a hiking experience through a portion of the island dramatically shaped by the last glacier to cover most of North America. From a high spot on this hike, see and learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, the Haulover, Nantucket Harbor and inner harbor shores. And from a low spot along […]
11 Jul, 2025
8:00 am - 10:00 am
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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 […]
11 Jul, 2025
8:30 am - 10:00 am
View Detail

Guided Tour of Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

Join our expert guides on this over-sand vehicle beach tour and learn about the fascinating flora and fauna at Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge. Experience beautiful and unique habitats including salt marshes, the barrier beach system, and the marine environment. Learn how sea level rise and more frequent and severe storms threaten the integrity of this rare […]
11 Jul, 2025
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Wauwinet Gatehouse
111 Wauwinet Road
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Feeding Frenzy at MMA Aquarium

Join MMA Aquarists and staff 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 and beyond. This program […]
11 Jul, 2025
9:00 am - 9:45 am
Maria Mitchell Aquarium
28 Washington St.
View Detail

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 […]
11 Jul, 2025
9:00 am - 9:45 am
MMA Natural Science Museum
7 Milk St.
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Summer Learning Lab Series: Leadership Coaching with Jeanne Esti

Learn from a professional coach how to listen, learn, and lead. Three 60-minute sessions will teach you about curiosity, observation and hands on learning, the keys to Maria Mitchell’s legacy and to the future of leadership. Jeannie Esti is a certified professional co-active coach (CPCC), but truth be told she is so much more than […]
11 Jul, 2025
9:30 am - 10:30 am
MMA Research Center
2 Vestal St.
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Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color The Inaugural Exhibition of Her Watercolors

Celebrate the creative legacy of Lucille Jordan – real estate icon, philanthropist, and founder of the Children’s House Montessori School. This first-ever showing of her watercolors benefits the Children’s House, continuing her lifelong commitment to Nantucket’s children. Art. Legacy. Community. The Susan Lister Locke Gallery, on The Waterfront, 28 Easy Street susanlisterlocke.com
11 Jul, 2025
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Susan Lister Locke
28 Easy Street
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Ruchi New York Trunk Show

The Susan Lister Locke Gallery, on the waterfront at 28 Easy Street, is presenting a trunk show of heirloom quality, exquisitely handmade luxury jewelry by Ruchi New York. SusanListerLocke.com ~ 508-228-2132.
11 Jul, 2025
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Susan Lister Locke
28 Easy Street
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Hands-On-History featuring Magic Mark

Experience magic and song with Mark Carapezza in the Discovery Center at the Whaling Museum for a 30-minute show, followed by a hands on craft With comedic stories and skilled slights, Magic Mark captures the imagination of kids and the hearts of adults. Included with museum admission
11 Jul, 2025
10:15 am - 10:45 pm
Nantucket Whaling Museum
13 Broad St
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The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket

Join friendly & knowledgeable guides for a 75-minute tour of the historic sites in Nantucket Town, Sconset, & more. See The Oldest House, The Old Windmill, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head Lighthouse & more. Tour departs daily at 11:15, 1:00, and 2:45. Tickets $45. Book at 42 Straight Wharf, on line at nantucketbustours.com or at 508-228-0334.
11 Jul, 2025
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
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Nantucket Walkabout – Polpis Harbor

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 […]
11 Jul, 2025
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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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 […]
11 Jul, 2025
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Mill Hill Park
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Mór Wine

Join us for our weekly wine tasting, Friday 4-7 pm. Find your next favorite bottle or try something new! Enjoy a sip while you browse Commonwealth’s fabulous resale collection. 16 Federal Street. Morwine.com
11 Jul, 2025
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Mór Wine
16 Federal Street
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Night at the Museum

Step back in time and explore Egan’s newest exhibit: Hard Times to Boom Times – Nantucket’s Waterfront. Guests are invited to savor themed cocktails and delectable hors d’oeuvres while immersing themselves in our latest exhibition. The evening will also feature the annual presentation of the Caldwell Heritage Award, honoring an individual who has significantly contributed to preserving […]
11 Jul, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum
158 Polpis Road
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Lecture: Botany Talk “Hint’s of Nantucket In North Carolina”

Join us for this fascinating botany lecture in collaboration with the Nantucket Conservation Foundation The Atlantic coastal plain ecological province is famous for its botanical richness, with biodiversity hotspots stretching from Florida to the Cape and Islands of Massachusetts.  Although biodiversity is greater in southern latitudes, certain patterns of vegetation form a common thread that make […]
11 Jul, 2025
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Nantucket Atheneum
1 India St, Nantucket, MA
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Teen Game Night

Come play games at the library! Teens and tweens are invited to play a selection of games in the Learning Lab, including Nintendo Switch games like Just Dance and Mario Party, as well as board games like Trouble and Strategy, and many more! The games will rotate and are first-come, first-served.  
11 Jul, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Nantucket Atheneum
1 India St, Nantucket, MA
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Downtown Art Show Opening Reception

Opening reception in Robert Foster Fine Art at 8 India Street, for a show featuring whimsical works by Deborah Vanderwolk and by Clara Urbahn. Show continues through July 23. Opening reception sponsored by Lion and Unicorn Auction House, Bonnie Roseman, specialist. Celebrating their 15th year: RobertFosterFineArt.com
11 Jul, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Robert Foster Fine Art
8 India Street
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A Night for Swifties

Celebrate the magic of Taylor Swift’s music as A NIGHT FOR SWIFTIES comes to Nantucket Performing Arts Center. Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring the incredible talent assembled by music director and producer Drew Wutke, with a lineup of powerhouse singers and musicians including local Nantucket special guests, all coming together to bring Taylor Swift’s […]
11 Jul, 2025
6:00 pm
Nantucket Performing Arts Center
5 N Water St
$52.00
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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
11 Jul, 2025
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Nantucket by Water
Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
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Million Dollar Quartet

The Tony Award-nominated musical Million Dollar Quartet is set on December 4, 1956, when an extraordinary twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever. Million Dollar Quartet brings that legendary December night […]
11 Jul, 2025
7:00 pm - 9:15 pm
Bennett Hall
62 Centre Street
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LGBTQ+ Group

An unstructured and inclusive peer-to-peer meeting circle for anyone who identifies as LGBTQ+ and would like to share life experiences and mutual support. Free Admission.
11 Jul, 2025
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Nantucket Atheneum
1 India St, Nantucket, MA
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A Night for Swifties

Celebrate the magic of Taylor Swift’s music as A NIGHT FOR SWIFTIES comes to Nantucket Performing Arts Center. Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring the incredible talent assembled by music director and producer Drew Wutke, with a lineup of powerhouse singers and musicians including local Nantucket special guests, all coming together to bring Taylor Swift’s […]
11 Jul, 2025
8:30 pm
Nantucket Performing Arts Center
5 N Water St
$52.00
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Open Night: 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 9 through August 30. Please see our calendar for days and times. MMA staff will guide you in viewing […]
11 Jul, 2025
9:00 pm - 9:45 pm
Loines Observatory
59 Milk Street Extension
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Clean Team

Help Clean up various parts of Nantucket. The Clean Team is a group of over four hundred Nantucketers that is dedicated to keeping our Island’s beaches, dunes, roadsides, and bike paths free of litter.  
12 Jul, 2025
8:00 am
The Handlebar Café
15 Washington St
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Clean Team

meeting at Ladies Beach – meet at entrance to Bartlett Farm. Help Clean up various parts of Nantucket. The Clean Team is a group of over four hundred Nantucketers that is dedicated to keeping our Island’s beaches, dunes, roadsides, and bike paths free of litter.  
12 Jul, 2025
8:00 am
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Jog in the Fog

Preregistration required. Online registration will be available until Friday, July 26th at 3:00pm. You will be able to register on race day at Ruddick Commons starting at 8:00am. See you there! The Jog In The Fog is the Trust’s annual fun run/walk that ends in a celebration at Sankaty Head Lighthouse. All proceeds benefit the […]
12 Jul, 2025
8:30 am
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Nantucket Walkabout – Gardner Farm

Formerly a vegetable farm along the east of side of Hummock Pond, the Land Bank’s Gardner Farm property runs along Hummock Pond, a glacial meltwater river bed that once ran roughly 75 miles south out to the edge of the continental shelf. Now closed off to the ocean and filled with slightly brackish water — […]
12 Jul, 2025
2:45 pm - 4:45 pm
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2025 Annual Events

April 24 -27, Daffodil Festival

May 14 – 18, Wine & Food Festival

June, Nantucket Preservation Month

June 12 -15, Book Festival

June 25 – 30, Film Festival

July 4,  – Independence Day Festivities

July 8 – 13, Nantucket Dance Festival

July 8 – 10, Nantucket Garden Festival

July 10 – 12, Comedy Festival

July , Nantucket Art and Artisan Show

July 14 -17, NHA’s Nantucket by Design

July 18 & 19, Weekend at the Atheneum

August 6, Garden Club House & Garden Tour

August 9, Boston Pops

August 13 – 17, Nantucket Race Week

August 17, Opera House Cup

August, Marine Life Release Day

September: Nantucket Harvest Fair

November, NHA’s Festival of Wreaths

December 5-7, Christmas Stroll

December, NHA’s Festival of Trees

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