Events

MMA Natural Science Museum, 7 Milk St, Nantucket, MA 02554, USA map  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

MMA Research Center, 2 Vestal St, Nantucket, MA 02554, USA map  Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 14th – August 18th, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Enjoy your afternoon with this program specially-designed for the young explorer in your family! During each session, an MMA educator will read a nature or science related book, introduce you to one, Read More

Maria Mitchell Association, 33 Washington St, Nantucket, MA 02554, USA map  From the Stars to the Sea: Accelerating Discoveries in Science with Artificial Intelligence Advances in artificial intelligence are impacting many aspects of our daily lives – from movie and music selection to security and surveillance. These technologies are also driving new discoveries in science, especially, Read More

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! Guided by Naturalist Educator and Program Manager, Seth Engelbourg. Free for members. Click here to renew or start your LLNF membership., Read More

Maria Mitchell Aquarium, 28 Washington St, Nantucket, MA 02554, USA map  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

Bird lovers unite! Led by Ecologist, Neil Foley, you’ll be guided around one of NCF’s birding hotspots, Eel Point. Open to all birding levels. This walk will go through soft sand and can be strenuous. Please bring sunscreen, water, binoculars, and walking shoes that could get wet. Space is limited http://support.nantucketconservation.org/site/Calendar?id=101262&view=Detail Free with Membership, Read More

Parking Lot, 104 Washington St Ext, Nantucket, MA 02554, USA map  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 animals that will, Read More

MMA Natural Science Museum, 7 Milk St, Nantucket, MA 02554, USA map  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

'Sconset Market Parking Lot, 4 Main St, Nantucket, MA 02554, USA map  Wednesdays, June 8th - August 24, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Did you know that some Nantucketers love to eat mole crabs? Join aquarium staff to learn about the fascinating biology, ecology, and geology that make Nantucket's beaches so unique. We will discover shells, Read More

Maria Mitchell Association, 33 Washington St, Nantucket, MA 02554, USA map  Join Artist Danny O and become a member of his "Comet Club" participants will work with the Maria Mitchell Collection of 100 years of National Geographic Magazine to be part of this historic community collage project- each week we will explore collage while sipping wine, Read More