The Nantucket Maria Mitchell Association (MMA) invites the community to a spectacular day of celestial events on Wednesday, August 12, beginning with a Partial Solar Eclipse Open House in the afternoon and concluding with an evening under the stars for the Celestial Steakout
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Atheneum Brings a World of Ideas to Nantucket
Each summer, the Nantucket Atheneum invites some of the country’s incisive thinkers, talented writers, and public figures to the island for an evening of conversation open to the public.
After the Sail250 Events, Tall Ship Lynx Returns to Nantucket
The Lynx’s arrival comes later than usual this year, and for a great reason. Captain Don Peacock and his crew spent June and early July participating in Sail250, a global gathering of tall ships and military vessels throughout the Northeast commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States.
Climate Conversations on Nantucket Island July 23
The Nantucket Conservation Foundation and Woodwell Climate Research Center are partnering to host an event exploring how science & stewardship can work together to advance practical climate solutions on Nantucket.
NHA Launching First Lightship Basketmaking Online Workshop with Master Basketmaker Kathleen Myers
The Nantucket Historical Association (NHA) is excited to announce the launch of the first-ever Nantucket Lightship Basketmaking online Heritage Craft workshop, the first of its kind to teach the process from start to finish.
Filmmaker and Sommelier with Ties to Nantucket Puts Spotlight on Unexplored Chilean Wine Territories in Uncorked Potential: Chile
Uncorked Potential: Chile — a visually stunning, emotionally resonant documentary by Jack Kauffman premiered on CT Public TV on December 29, 2025, and is now available nationwide on PBS.org
Maria Mitchell Assn Brings The Stargazer Circus to Nantucket: Tickets on Sale June 1
Nantucket Maria Mitchell Association (MMA) is thrilled to present the Stargazer Circus Friday, July 24-26. Tickets on sale June 1.
