Nantucket Events Calendar

Story Walk: If You Find a Leaf

All Day

Nantucket Atheneum 1 India St.

Every year, gusts of wind blow colorful autumn leaves to the ground. Some leaves make a crunch under foot, and others are so beautiful they deserve to be saved. In… Read more

Head of The Plains with Nantucket Walkabout

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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… Read more

Historic Mansions of Main Street and America’s Oldest Windmill

8:20 AM

A 1.8 mi, 45 min. exercise walk with historic commentary past whaling era mansions & back downtown. Cash only; $25; $20 seniors (65+) ; $15 for teens; $10 for ages… Read more

Scalloping Field Trip

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Join the Maria Mitchell Aquarium Manager, Chelsea Petrik, on a scalloping adventure! As we collect and observe bay scallops, we will learn all about their biology and the challenges they… Read more

Toddler Story Time for children up to 3 years old

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Nantucket Atheneum 1 India St.

Join us for some short stories, fingerplays, and songs designed to foster pre-literacy skills.  Space is limited and tickets will be available at the Weezie Desk when the library opens.

Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

10:00 AM

Endeavor Straight Wharf, Slip #1015

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… Read more

Preschool Story Time for Children 3 Years and Older

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Nantucket Atheneum 1 India St.

Join us for a special 30 minute story time feature new and classic stories, fingerplays, and songs.

Barrett’s Tours

11:00 AM

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… Read more

The Signature Tour: a Traditional Historic Tour of Nantucket

11:15 AM

Nantucket Island Tours 42 Straight Wharf

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… Read more

Auditions now open for How to Train Your Dragon Jr. with Nantucket Stage Company!

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Coffin School 4 Winter Street

Registration is OPEN for DreamWorks’ brand-new HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON JR. with award-winning Nantucket Stage Company! Designed for youth performers ages 12+ who are ready to be challenged, this… Read more

Linda Loring Nature Foundation with Nantucket Walkabout

12:45 PM - 2:45 PM

This is about a two-hour hike experience from pick up to drop off. Check the hike calendar to see when we are heading out to the Linda Loring Nature Foundation,… Read more

Auditions now open for Annie Jr. with Nantucket Stage Company!

3:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Coffin School 4 Winter Street

Annie turns 50 this year, and we're excited to bring this musical to the stage this winter!  Featuring all the songs from the movie and more, Annie JR is a joyful,… Read more

Evening Art

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

MMA Natural Science Museum 7 Milk Street

Experience an evening of creativity and inspiration during this special art program at the Maria Mitchell Association Natural Science Museum. Led by artist Nikoline Bohr, participants will create a personalized… Read more

Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor with Captain Jim

6:00 PM

Endeavor Straight Wharf, Slip #1015

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… Read more

Philosophy Club in The Great Hall

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Nantucket Atheneum 1 India St.

Calling all Deep Thinkers and Ponderers, Join us Thursday Evenings in the Great Hall for thoughtful and engaging conversation. Led by reference librarian staff member, James Grieder. This event is… Read more

ELL Beginner & Intermediate English

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Nantucket Atheneum 1 India St.

ELL Beginner's English class for those seeking to learn basic conversation used in daily activities. Intermediate English conversation for those seeking to improve their English language skills. The Literacy Volunteers… Read more