Where it Happened -Historical and Architectural Landmarks

Are you curious about Nantucket’s bustling wharves and their fascinating past? Dive into the stories behind Mr. Killen’s thriving businesses on Straight Wharf and Jack Lang’s and his Island Service Company entrepreneurial ventures on Old South Wharf. Do you know where the old Nantucket Cottage Hospital once stood? Or the significance of the Atheneum and New Guinea, where Frederick Douglass captivated crowds with his powerful words?

Explore these landmarks and more as you wander through historic downtown Nantucket with insights into the island’s rich maritime and cultural history.

Join Tony Dumitru, Manager of Collections and Exhibitions, aboard the Shipwreck Shuttle for an unforgettable guided journey into Nantucket’s vibrant legacy.

History comes alive on the Shipwreck Shuttle—don’t miss it!