How Many Species Will We Record? From 5PM on Friday, May 21 through 5PM on Saturday, May 22, the Maria Mitchell Association invites birders of all ages, experienced and novice, near and far, to participate in our annual Bird-A-Thon. This year, the MMA is reimagining and expanding the effort to include birders all over, Read More

Save the date! May 24th, 5pm is our final Science Pub of 2021. Thaïs Fournier of the Town of Nantucket Natural Resources Department will present on harmful algae blooms (HABs). Full description and registration TBA.

Linda Loring Nature Foundation Birding Field Trip. Wednesday mornings at 8am. These trips will explore Nantucket’s birding hotspots and offer participants a chance to observe birds in their natural habitats. Pre-registration is required. Each participant is required to submit a unique registration, you cannot register for multiple participants at a time. The deadline to register, Read More

2021 LLNF Biodiversity Walk. Friday mornings at 10am. Explore the unique, native sandplain grassland and coastal heathland flora and fauna of Nantucket found at the Linda Loring Nature Foundation property. Guided by Director of Research and Education, Dr. Sarah Bois. Free for members. Registration for the LLNF Biodiversity Field Trip. Friday mornings at 10am., Read More

NBI is presenting a week full of events highlighting our partner organizations and sub-committees. All events open to the public. Registration and capacity details vary by organization. Click here for the Schedule of Events.   Nantucket has a wealth of scientists, researchers, and naturalists studying the variety of biodiversity within Nantucket's natural world. Every, Read More

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 amaze you in their shapes, colors, and habits. This program is part of a long-term research project and is interesting for adults, Read More

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 and bones of over 15 species of marine animals and are likely to observe live mole crabs, sand fleas, shore birds,, Read More

Join Aquarium staff on a private tour as they feed the ever-hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens to the public! The Feeding Frenzy Program is extremely popular, so pre-registration is required. This flat-rate program can accommodate 1 household of up to 5 guests. This program is designed to be interesting for all, Read More

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 and bones of over 15 species of marine animals and are likely to observe live mole crabs, sand fleas, shore birds,, Read More

Open Nights are offered on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9pm-10:30pm, June 14-August 30. Due to COVID-19 safety protocols, Open Nights in 2021 will have limited capacity and different viewing abilities. Masks are required. Join our professional astronomers for an impressive tour of Nantucket’s night sky. Our staff will assist you and answer questions while, Read More

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 amaze you in their shapes, colors, and habits. This program is part of a long-term research project and is interesting for adults, Read More

Nantucket Harbor teems with marine life at night that is not visible in the day.  Join our Aquarium staff to learn about the fish, squid, crabs, and more that come out to feed at night in the shallow water. Meet at the MMA Aquarium, 28 Washington Street. At least one adult must sign up, Read More