Loines Observatory, 59 Milk St Ext, Nantucket, MA 02554, USA Join Dr. Rich Blundell of the MMA for a weekly Big History Storytelling at Loines Observatory. "Big History", an academic discipline which examines history from the Big Bang to the present has been pursued since the Renaissance. During this 90-minute visual lecture incorporating large scale, Read More

Loines Observatory, 59 Milk St Ext, Nantucket, MA 02554, USA Join the professional astronomers and staff of the MMA for a very special, early-morning Open Night at Loines Observatory. On July 29th we will catch the ‘5 planet alignment’ – a relatively rare opportunity to see all five planets visible to the naked eye –, Read More

Head of the Plains represents the largest, contiguous acreage of rare sandplain grassland habitat on our properties. Learn about the numerous rare plant and animal species found here and our restoration research and management using disk harrowing and native seed addition. 2.3 miles Free with Membership - Become a member at https://www.nantucketconservation.org/support/membership/ Click Here to, Read More

Maria Mitchell Aquarium, 28 Washington St, Nantucket, MA 02554, USA Join MMA Aquarium staff on a private tour 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. The Feeding Frenzy is very popular,, Read More

Washington Street Extension Parking Lot, 104 Washington St Ext, Nantucket, MA 02554, USA Wednesday – Friday, June 8th – August 19th, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM What sea creatures live in Nantucket Harbor? Find out as you help collect, identify and release fish, crabs, shrimp, and other marine life! The Harbor is filled with interesting, Read More

MMA Natural Science Museum, 7 Milk St, Nantucket, MA 02554, USA Tuesdays – Fridays, June 14th – August 19th, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Learn about the feeding habits and unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, and more! If you love animals, this a great way to learn about native and non-native species up-close. Pre-registration, Read More

Maria Mitchell Aquarium, 28 Washington St, Nantucket, MA 02554, USA Join MMA Aquarium staff on a private tour 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. The Feeding Frenzy is very popular,, Read More

Join artist Danny O- Maria Mitchell Association's Artist in Residence- for personalized instruction and artmaking in a small group setting. Explore landscape painting, drawing, and collage making. Danny creates whimsical pieces that reflect the everyday- collage, painting, illustration and print transfer processes will be explored. $30 per person

Maria Mitchell Research Center, 2 Vestal St, Nantucket, MA 02554, USA Biological Collections Open Hours with Ginger Andrews, MMA’s Field Ornithologist will be held Saturdays from 10:00AM-12PM. At Open Hours, visitors learn about the collections, why collections are so important to science, and examine different specimens during each session. From specimens of birds and mammals, Read More

Maria Mitchell Association, 33 Washington St, Nantucket, MA 02554, USA Join artist-in-residence, Danny O. for a small personalized class with hands on instruction- kids will explore a variety of projects and make all kinds of fun ART! This class is a drop-off program for kids 9-14. $30 per person.