Events for June
30th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Artist in Residence Art Talk with Sherre Wilson-LiljegrenExpired
Artists Association Visual Arts Center
Events for July
1st
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Special free screening: Can’t Look Away with filmmaker conversation to followExpired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
Events for July
2nd
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 - 11:30 am
Close Looking: An Introduction to Scientific IllustrationExpired
MMA Research Center
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for July
4th
10:15 am
Community event: Spotlight on Democracy panel featuring Chris Matthews, Susan Glasser, and Peter Baker in conversation with Peter Panchy (free with ticket)Expired
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
5th
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Русский клуб для детей и родителей! Russian Club for Kids and Parents!Expired
Nantucket Atheneum
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
6:00 pm
Dreamland Conversations: Elin Hilderbrand with CNN’s Kaitlan CollinsExpired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
Events for July
6th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Dreamland Comedy x Nantucket Crisps present: Jeremy PivenExpired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
Events for July
7th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Dreamland Concert Series x Nantucket Crisps present: Flatland Cavalry’s Cleto Cordero and Kaitlin ButtsExpired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
Events for July
8th
Tim Ehrenberg of Tim Talks Books in conversationExpired
The Nantucket Hotel
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color The Inaugural Exhibition of Her WatercolorsExpired
Susan Lister Locke
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Dance Festival – Live Through the Looking Glass : Cocktail ReceptionExpired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
Events for July
9th
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color The Inaugural Exhibition of Her WatercolorsExpired
Susan Lister Locke
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Book Signing with Elin Hilderbrand & Chris WhitakerExpired
Mitchell's Book Corner
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for July
10th
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color The Inaugural Exhibition of Her WatercolorsExpired
Susan Lister Locke
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for July
11th
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Summer Learning Lab Series: Leadership Coaching with Jeanne EstiExpired
MMA Research Center
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color The Inaugural Exhibition of Her WatercolorsExpired
Susan Lister Locke
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Lecture: Botany Talk “Hint’s of Nantucket In North Carolina”Expired
Nantucket Atheneum
Events for July
12th
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color The Inaugural Exhibition of Her WatercolorsExpired
Susan Lister Locke
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Русский клуб для детей и родителей! Russian Club for Kids and Parents!Expired
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
13th
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color The Inaugural Exhibition of Her WatercolorsExpired
Susan Lister Locke
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for July
14th
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color The Inaugural Exhibition of Her WatercolorsExpired
Susan Lister Locke
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Painting Pottery & Working with Clay with Barnaby’s NantucketExpired
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
$58.00
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Artist in Residence Art Talk with Anthony PadulaExpired
Artists Association Visual Arts Center
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Nantucket Musical Arts Society: Meet the Artist – Curtis on TourExpired
Nantucket Atheneum
8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Dreamland Concert Series x Nantucket Crisps present: Josiah and the BonnevillesExpired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
Events for July
15th
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color The Inaugural Exhibition of Her WatercolorsExpired
Susan Lister Locke
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Nantucket Land & Water Council’s 9th Annual State of the Harbor ForumExpired
Great Harbor Yacht Club
5:30 pm - 6:45 pm
Dreamland Concert Series: Five O’Clock Shadow (Boston’s top a cappella group!)Expired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
Events for July
16th
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Book Signing with Elin Hilderbrand & Jessica MerchantExpired
Mitchell's Book Corner
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for July
17th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Dreamland Stage Company Presents: Singing in the Rain Jr.
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Dreamland Stage Company presents: Singin’ in the Rain Jr.
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Dreamland Concert Series x Nantucket Crisps present: Cheat Codes
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
Events for July
18th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Dreamland Stage Company Presents: Singing in the Rain Jr.
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Dreamland Stage Company presents: Singin’ in the Rain Jr.
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
Events for July
19th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Dreamland Stage Company Presents: Singing in the Rain Jr.
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Dreamland Stage Company presents: Singin’ in the Rain Jr.
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
Events for July
20th
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Dreamland Stage Company Presents: Singing in the Rain Jr.
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Dreamland Stage Company presents: Singin’ in the Rain Jr.
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Dreamland Stage Company Presents: Singing in the Rain Jr.
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Dreamland Stage Company presents: Singin’ in the Rain Jr.
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
Events for July
21st
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Nantucket Musical Arts Society: Meet the Artists: Yevgeny Kutik, violin, with pianist Max Levinson
Nantucket Atheneum
Events for July
22nd
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Folger’s Marsh Kayak Tour with Nantucket Conservation Foundation
Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sailor’s Valentines x Resin! with Barnaby’s Nantucket
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
$58.00
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Lecture: Nantucket Threads: How the NHA Turned Me Into a Textile Historian
Nantucket Whaling Museum
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Dreamland Comedy x Nantucket Crisps present: Rob Schneider
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
Events for July
23rd
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Finger Painting Madness! with Barnaby’s Nantucket
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
$58.00
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Power of Creativity: A Journey Through Storytelling, Exploration, and Hope with Kike Calvo
Nantucket Atheneum
Events for July
24th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for July
25th
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Unicorn or Dinosaur Habitats! with Barnaby’s Nantucket
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
$58.00
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Ages 4 and up: Fairy House Wonderlands! with Barnaby’s Nantucket
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
$58.00
8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Dreamland Concert Series x Nantucket Crisps present: Chelsea Cutler
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
Events for July
26th
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Patches x Bags + Beading! with Barnaby’s Nantucket
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
$58.00
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for July
27th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Dreamland Conversations: The Wall Street Journal’s editor in chief Emma Tucker
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
Events for July
28th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Artist in Residence Art Talk with Dean Fisher
Artists Association Visual Arts Center
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Nantucket Musical Arts Society: Meet the Artists: William and Catherine Hudgins, clarinet duo, with pianist Jung-A Bang
Nantucket Atheneum
8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Dreamland Concert Series x Nantucket Crisps present: Vanessa Carlton
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
5:30 pm
Lecture: Shipwreck and Scrimshaw: the 1846 Earl of Eglinton Disaster and the “Ewer” Tooth with Michael Harrison
Nantucket Whaling Museum
Events for July
30th
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Self-Love Revolution for Women: Embracing Your Worth Unapologetically
Nantucket Atheneum
Events for July
31st
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for August
1st
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Maria Mitchell’s Birthday Party & Vestal Observatory Opening Reception
Loines Observatory
Events for August
2nd
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Events for August
3rd
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
July 2025
Birding Field TripExpired
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 – Gardner FarmExpired
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 — […]
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 […]
Nantucket by DesignOngoing
Nantucket by Design is an annual celebration of art, design, and history hosted by the Nantucket Historical Association on the charming island of Nantucket. The event brings together world-renowned designers, artisans, and skilled craftspeople to showcase the timeless elegance of Nantucket’s design heritage. Through panels, keynotes, master classes, social events, and more, participants experience how […]
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 […]
Pick Your Own Flowers TourExpired
Subject to weather conditions and availability, check booking website for more info and booking here $65 for adults, youth & senior pricing available Join us for a picturesque morning in the certified organic flower fields at Bartlett’s Farm. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Farm as you pick flowers and capture unforgettable moments […]
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 […]
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 […]
Pop-Up ShoppingExpired
Join us! The MMA is hosting a summer pop-up at 33 Washington Street Tuesday, July 15 through Wednesday, July 16 from 9am – 5pm each day. Festivities kick off Monday, July 14 with a Opening Sip & Shop Backgammon Bash from 4 – 7pm. All are invited! One time suggested donation of $10 to benefit […]
Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain JimExpired
Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.
Nicholas Varney Trunk ShowExpired
The Susan Lister Locke Gallery, on the waterfront at 28 Easy Street, is presenting a trunk show of this world-renowned jeweler’s exquisite designs and latest collections. SusanListerLocke.com ~ 508-228-2132.
Nantucket by Water Oyster Farm TourExpired
Cruise Up Harbor to a working Oyster Farm and see how Oysters are grown and why they are so beneficial to Nantucket Harbor Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com
Book Signing with Elin Hilderbrand & Jessica MerchantExpired
Meet two authors: Elin Hilderbrand, author of The Blue Book, along with Jessica Merchant, author of Easy Everyday Cookbook 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 Nantucket Book Partners […]
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.
Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream CruiseExpired
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
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 […]
Day Sail Aboard the LynxExpired
Enjoy a lovely day on the water standing on a piece of history! Nantucket’s longest hourly and most affordable sailing event you can do. Highly recommended by anyone who has sailed on Lynx.
Drop-In Craft Gam with No InstructionExpired
Have an unfinished chair, basket, beading, or stitching project? Bring any project you are working on to this open session and work in the company of other creative people. This is the perfect place to move your project along and share knowledge and learn from others. This weekly session is open to all levels. No […]
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 […]
Textile DemonstrationExpired
Watch NHA Decorative Arts team demonstrate traditional hand-blocked fabric. Eleish Van Breems Home, 14 Easy Street.
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 […]
Live Music at Cisco Brewers: Buckle & ShakeOngoing
Featuring Buckle & Shake performing at Cisco Brewers
Sunset Sail Aboard the LynxOngoing
See an amazing sunset onboard a piece of history! Nantucket’s longest and most affordable Sunset sailing.
Nantucket by Water Cocktail CruiseExpired
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.
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.
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!) […]
Summer Deck DJ SeriesOngoing
** PLEASE NOTE THIS IS 25+ Event. You Must Be 25 or older to attend. No Refunds will be issued.** Don’t miss the final season of the Summer Decks DJ Series featuring Pete Ahern on the beautiful Harborview Deck! Tickets are limited. Get yours today.
Kids Night Out operated by Murray CampOngoing
Supervised fun for ages 5-12, Tues.- Sat. evenings 6pm-9pm. Reservations required at kidsnightoutnantucket.com
Nantucket Walkabout – Shawkemo Hills SunsetOngoing
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 […]
Sunset Sail Aboard the EndeavorOngoing
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 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.
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 […]
What The Constitution Means to Me
Playwright Heidi Schreck’s boundary-breaking play breathes new life into our Constitution and imagines how it will shape the next generation of Americans. Fifteen-year-old Heidi earned her college tuition by winning Constitutional debate competitions across the United States. Revisiting that experience, Heidi takes us through our nation’s highs and lows and ultimately delivers a hopeful message: “We […]
Free Lecture by MJ Levy Dickson
Hear this island artist talk about her art and how wildflowers and plants bring people together at NISDA, 23 Wauwinet Rd. Suggested donation $10
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 […]
Nantucket Walkabout – Gardner Farm-Lost Farm Loop
Gardner Farm and Lost Farm sit stacked one former farming property on top of the other along the eastern shore of Hummock Pond walking distance from Hummock Pond Road. The Gardner Farm Preserve, as it’s formally called by its owner, the Nantucket Islands Land Bank, to the south and immediately north abutting this magnificent network […]
Weekend at the LIBRARY
The Atheneum invites you to join us for our MAJOR FUNDRAISER – Weekend at the LIBRARY, July 17-19! This annual summer event features outstanding thought leaders, musicians, and authors and celebrates the Nantucket community while raising vital funds that support the Library’s year-round programs and services. We hope you will come ready to celebrate and […]
Nantucket by Design
Nantucket by Design is an annual celebration of art, design, and history hosted by the Nantucket Historical Association on the charming island of Nantucket. The event brings together world-renowned designers, artisans, and skilled craftspeople to showcase the timeless elegance of Nantucket’s design heritage. Through panels, keynotes, master classes, social events, and more, participants experience how […]
Pick Your Own Flowers Tour
Subject to weather conditions and availability, check booking website for more info and booking here $65 for adults, youth & senior pricing available Join us for a picturesque morning in the certified organic flower fields at Bartlett’s Farm. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Farm as you pick flowers and capture unforgettable moments […]
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 […]
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
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.
Nantucket by Water Whaling History Tour
Learn what life was like in the late 1800’s during the Whaling Era, and see some remaining historic landmarks. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com
Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim
Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.
Close Looking: An Introduction to Scientific Illustration
Join us for an engaging Introduction to Scientific Illustration, where you’ll learn to capture the intricate beauty of nature through drawing. Led by Nikoline Bohr, this class offers a unique opportunity to explore the different specimens in the Maria Mitchell Association’s Scientific Collections, using real specimens as your reference for accurate and artistic illustration. Whether you’re an […]
Nantucket by Water Oyster Farm Tour
Cruise Up Harbor to a working Oyster Farm and see how Oysters are grown and why they are so beneficial to Nantucket Harbor Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com
Craft in the Courtyard: Summer Butterfly
Today, we’re making a gorgeous butterfly using tissue paper as a coloring tool. We’ll dampen the butterfly templates, embellish them with bits of tissue, spray them again, and let the water and color from the paper run to make beautiful watercolor wings. This program is made possible by a generous grant from the Nantucket Golf […]
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 […]
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 […]
How to Use Library Apps: Tips from the Circulation Team
Join the Circulation Team for an introduction to all the amazing free digital resources your library card unlocks! Learn how to access eBooks, audiobooks, movies, language courses, and more using apps like Libby, Hoopla, Kanopy, Mango Languages, and others. Whether you’re a book lover, movie buff, or lifelong learner, there’s something for everyone. Bring your […]
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.
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
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 […]
Nantucket Walkabout – Linda Loring Nature Foundation
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, but realize that this is a seasonal hike, which is on our hike calendar from spring through early fall. However, the Linda Loring Nature Foundation […]
Day Sail Aboard the Lynx
Enjoy a lovely day on the water standing on a piece of history! Nantucket’s longest hourly and most affordable sailing event you can do. Highly recommended by anyone who has sailed on Lynx.
Live Music at Cisco Brewers: Vertical Horizon
Live music at Cisco! Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road for a pint or two and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com
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 […]
Treasures from the Vault
Meet under the big white columns to start a tour in which you will learn more about the Atheneum’s special history and collections via a slide show presentation. Next view a selection of, often not seen, photographs of Nantucketers from the 1940’s, 50’s, and 60’s taken by Louis S. Davidson. Finally, take a leisurely self-guided […]
Art of the Shell Demonstration
Watch NHA Decorative Arts team demonstrate demonstrate the art of the shell in Sailors Valentines. Eleish Van Breems Home, 14 Easy Street.
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 […]
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 […]
Live Music at Cisco Brewers: Dub Apocalypse
Live music at Cisco! Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road for a pint or two and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com
Escape Room: Return of the Essex
The Wreck of the Essex has returned! (For tonight only) Join us for an exciting escape room adventure at the Nantucket Atheneum’s Learning Lab! Gather your friends, put your problem-solving skills to the test, and see if you can unravel the clues and escape in time. Designed for fun and challenge, this interactive experience is […]
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.
Dreamland Stage Company Presents: Singing in the Rain Jr.
The “Greatest Movie Musical of All Time” is faithfully and lovingly adapted by Broadway legends Betty Comden and Adolph Green, from their original award-winning screenplay in Singin’ in the Rain JR. Hilarious situations, snappy dialogue and a hit-parade score of Hollywood standards make Singin’ in the Rain JR. a guaranteed good time for performers and […]
Dreamland Stage Company presents: Singin’ in the Rain Jr.
The “Greatest Movie Musical of All Time” is faithfully and lovingly adapted by Broadway legends Betty Comden and Adolph Green, from their original award-winning screenplay in Singin’ in the Rain JR. Hilarious situations, snappy dialogue and a hit-parade score of Hollywood standards make Singin’ in the Rain JR. a guaranteed good time for performers and […]
“Good Trouble Lives On” Protest, March, & Community Picnic
Join Indivisible Nantucket on the anniversary of John Lewis’ passing to march through Nantucket Town for Civil Rights and Voting Rights. Afterwards, we return to Children’s Beach for a bring-your-own picnic or take-out and music by local musicians. This is a national day of action in response to attacks on our rights by the Trump […]
ELL Beginner English
ELL Beginner’s English class for those seeking to learn basic conversation used in daily activities. The Literacy Volunteers of the Atheneum (LVA) offer a drop-in beginner class every Thursday evening at the library. The class is free, conducted in English and pre-registration is not required. For more information contact Cheryl at ccreighton@nantucketatheneum.org, or 508-228-1110 x113.
ELL Intermediate English
Intermediate English class for those seeking to improve their English language skills. The Literacy Volunteers of the Atheneum (LVA) offer a drop-in intermediate English class every Thursday evening at the library. The class is free, conducted in English and pre-registration is not required. For more information contact Cheryl at ccreighton@nantucketatheneum.org.
Thursday Night Fete at NISDA
Live music, open mic “en plein air,” and food trucks for food to purchase. Guests may participate in the “No More Empty Bowls” project for the benefit of the NFFRA Food Pantry Fundraiser. No clay experience necessary. 23 Wauwinet Rd
Kids Night Out operated by Murray Camp
Supervised fun for ages 5-12, Tues.- Sat. evenings 6pm-9pm. Reservations required at kidsnightoutnantucket.com
TGIT for Kids! with Barnaby’s Nantucket
Thanks god it’s Thursday! This new barnaby’s class was created to give parents a night out while we entertain your kids! We got you covered! Kids will enjoy making two different art projects from slime, creating wood art, beading, painting, clay, and much more! The activities vary each week. Snacks, pizza, and drinks included! (Ages […]
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 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
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 […]
Concert: Curtis Institute of Music
Curtis in Nantucket, the island’s highly anticipated annual week of classical music, returns to the Atheneum for an exciting performance featuring voice, strings, and piano performed by extraordinary alumni and faculty from the world-renowned Curtis Institute of Music. The program includes delightful and soulful Spanish folk songs set by Manuel de Falla, virtuosic selections for […]
What The Constitution Means to Me
Playwright Heidi Schreck’s boundary-breaking play breathes new life into our Constitution and imagines how it will shape the next generation of Americans. Fifteen-year-old Heidi earned her college tuition by winning Constitutional debate competitions across the United States. Revisiting that experience, Heidi takes us through our nation’s highs and lows and ultimately delivers a hopeful message: “We […]
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 […]
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 […]
Dreamland Concert Series x Nantucket Crisps present: Cheat Codes
Join us for an evening full of fun and music with the chart-topping trio CHEAT CODES on the second floor of The Dreamland Thursday, July 17th! Cash bars, an open deck overlooking the harbor and much more. Get your tickets early before the pricing goes up! *** 21 & Over! You MUST be 21 or […]
Weekend at the LIBRARY
The Atheneum invites you to join us for our MAJOR FUNDRAISER – Weekend at the LIBRARY, July 17-19! This annual summer event features outstanding thought leaders, musicians, and authors and celebrates the Nantucket community while raising vital funds that support the Library’s year-round programs and services. We hope you will come ready to celebrate and […]
Nantucket by Design
Nantucket by Design is an annual celebration of art, design, and history hosted by the Nantucket Historical Association on the charming island of Nantucket. The event brings together world-renowned designers, artisans, and skilled craftspeople to showcase the timeless elegance of Nantucket’s design heritage. Through panels, keynotes, master classes, social events, and more, participants experience how […]
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 […]
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 […]
Pick Your Own Flowers Tour
Subject to weather conditions and availability, check booking website for more info and booking here $65 for adults, youth & senior pricing available Join us for a picturesque morning in the certified organic flower fields at Bartlett’s Farm. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Farm as you pick flowers and capture unforgettable moments […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim
Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.
Earth Story Walk & Talk
Carl Sagan once wrote, “The Earth is a very small stage in a vast cosmic arena.” While that may be true in terms of physical size, the Earth’s 4.6 billion-year history is anything but boring. Join Dr. Rich Blundell on a journey through the extraordinary story of planet Earth. Along the way we will stop […]
Historic Ceramic Transferware: Pet Bowls with Mary Emery Lacoursiere
Create one of a kind bowls for your favorite pets. Use historical imagery, text, and a touch of whimsy to compose your pieces that will then be fired in a kiln, making them food and dishwasher safe. Bowls rest in a non skid bamboo stand. Choose a set of 2 medium bowls (6″ x 2.5″) […]
Hands-On-History featuring Nanpuppets
Join Lizza and her puppet friends in the Discovery Center at the Whaling Museum for a 30-minute show, followed by a hands on craft Nanpuppets are a group of hand puppets from Nantucket Island that are handmade and performed by Lizza Obremski. Lizza and her puppets have been entertaining the children of Nantucket and beyond since […]
Nantucket by Water Oyster Farm Tour
Cruise Up Harbor to a working Oyster Farm and see how Oysters are grown and why they are so beneficial to Nantucket Harbor Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com
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.
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
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 […]
Nantucket Walkabout – Beechwood Farm Loop
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 […]
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 […]
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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
