Yesterday's Island/Today's Nantucket, Vol. 55, Issue #5, June 19 - 25, 2025 by Yesterday's Island Today's Nantucket

photo by Sarah Morneau

photo courtesy Steve Tornovish

photo by Sarah T. Bois

photo by Suzanne Daub

Pendants

Honoring Juneteenth

This Thursday, June 19 a collaboration of Nantucket organizations are hosting an island gathering to memorialize and honor Juneteenth. The block party at the African Meeting House, 29 York Street, runs from 11 am to 3 pm and will include music, a documentary screening, games, arts & crafts, food, and more. Juneteenth, known by some as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, is a holiday to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. Specifically, it marks the day in 1865 when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, to announce that the Civil War had ended and all remaining enslaved people were free—more than two years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863.

The Proclamation declared "that all persons held as slaves" within the rebellious states "are, and henceforward shall be free." Although the Emancipation Proclamation itself did not end slavery in our nation, after January 1, 1863, every advance of federal troops expanded the domain of freedom. Also, the Proclamation announced the acceptance of black men into the Union Army and Navy, “enabling the liberated to become liberators.” By the end of the Civil War, nearly 200,000 black soldiers and sailors had fought for their freedom with the Union.

By the time the news reached Galveston on that 19th of June, delivered by Major General Gordon Granger, the ratification process of the 13th Amendment (abolishing slavery) was already underway.

The first Juneteenth celebrations occurred in 1866 among the formerly enslaved. Since then, festivities have included gatherings of family members, reading the Emancipation Proclamation, barbecues, singing spirituals, and dancing. In 2020, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts joined 46 other states and the District of Columbia in officially recognizing Juneteenth's historical and present-day significance.

This Thursday’s event is hosted by the Town of Nantucket’s Culture & Tourism Department, Museum of African American History Boston|Nantucket (MAAH), Nantucket Chamber of Commerce, and the Nantucket Historical Association. “Juneteenth is a day of celebration that honors the numerous emancipation days around the country. We are honored to partner with the Town, Chamber of Commerce, and the Nantucket Historical Association for a unifying

Scandal, Secrets, & Fun

Theater Workshop of Nantucket has opened their 69th season with a riotously funny, fast-paced farce about a romantic rendezvous gone awry. The Cottage is a satirical exploration of fidelity and identity, lampooning romantic entanglements and questioning societal expectations, with a feminist wink at traditional gender roles.

TWN calls their production “a deliciously naughty night, ” and with their talented cast, impeccable direction, and flawless production, The Cottage is an evening of fun that will keep you smiling.

The Cottage is playing in Bennett Hall at 62 Centre Street through June 21. Tickets to all Theatre Workshop productions and their summer gala featuring RAIN, visit TheatreNantucket.org.

photo by Bill Hoenk

Building Castles and Dining on the Harvest

by Alicia Wolfram

Nantucket oysters have earned their reputation as some of the best in the world—a claim backed by diners from New York to Europe who return to the island year after year. But what many oyster lovers don’t realize is that these briny delicacies are doing more than just delighting palates.

From filtering water to protecting salt marshes from erosion to enhancing biodiversity, oysters play a vital role in coastal ecosystems. And on an island like Nantucket, where people have been living off the water for at least 3,000 years, that role is becoming increasingly important as sea levels rise and climate patterns shift.

Most people know that oysters filter water—and they do, at an extraordinary rate. According to Town of Nantucket assistant biologist Griffin Harkins, a single oyster can filter up to 50 gallons of seawater per day.

Tara Riley, Shellfish and Aquatic Resources Manager for the Town of Nantucket, noted a drop in levels of nitrogen loading in the head of the harbor, where about 60 acres of oyster farms operate.

Sean Fitzgibbon of Devil’s Creek Oysters said Wauwinet Bay, where his 10acre lease is located, “has never been cleaner than at the peak of summer when we’ve got all the oysters up here filtering.”

But oysters do more than clean the water.

“Coastal resilience has become a big topic in the last six or seven years,” said Dr. Jen Karberg, Director of Research and Partnerships at the Nantucket Conservation Foundation. “Particularly because we're an island, so we're seeing the impacts of climate change so directly,” she said, “and we’re trying to figure out how we can use nature-enhanced, existing natural solutions to make Nantucket more capable of responding to change in the future.”

In 2021, the Nantucket Conservation Foundation, with support from Brant Point Hatchery, built the first intertidal oyster reef in Massachusetts, located in

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NANTUCKET WALKING TOURS

Bicycle Rentals

THURSDAY, JUNE 19

Events & Entertainment

NANTUCKET DENTAL SEMINAR: June 19-21; Cutting-edge industry knowledge with top dental professionals. Register at nantucketdental.com

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street and America’s Oldest Windmill

A 1.8 mi, 45 min. exercise walk with historic commentary past whaling era mansions & back downtown. Cash only; $25; $20 seniors (65+) ; $15 for teens; $10 for ages 6-12. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 10 min early. 774-325-8972

10 to 11 AM - Nantucket by Water Whaling History Tour

Learn what life was like in the late 1800’s during the Whaling Era, and see some remaining historic landmarks. 508-228-7037 or book at nantucketbywater.com

10:45 - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA Walk through Nantucket town with an NHA Museum Guide & hear the story of the rise and fall of whaling, the beginnings of tourism, and social & racial development on-island. Again at 1:30pm Rain or shine. Tickets at nha.org.

11 AM to 12 PM - Patchwork Sweatshirts with Barnaby’s Nantucket For Ages 7+

This trendy Barnaby’s Class is loads of fun—your child will cut & sew various fabrics to create their very own sweatshirts. $58: register at Barnabysworld.com.

11 AM to 3 PM - Honoring Juneteenth: A Deﬁning Moment in American History

In honor of Juneteenth, join the Nantucket Historical Assn, Chamber of Commerce, Museum of African American History, & the Nantucket Cultural District for a day of crafts, lawn games, live music, & food at the African Meeting House, 29 York St. Walk from downtown: parking is extremely limited.

11:15 AM - Island Tours Signature Tour: Historic Tour of Nantucket

Join friendly & knowledgeable guides for a 75-min. tour of historic sites in Nantucket Town & Sconset . See Oldest House, Windmill, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head Lighthouse & more. Tour departs daily at 11:15, 1:00, & 2:45. Tickets $45. Book at

nantucketbustours.com or at 42 Straight Wharf, or call 508-228-0334.

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

Relax on a narrated tour of the inner harbor while you enjoy ice cream with friends & family. Departs again at 1, 2:15, & 4 pm. One-hour; daily cruises. Call 508-2287037 or book online nantucketbywater.com.

11:45 AM - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

Visit historic sites in Town and the Village of Madaket. Also enjoy stops at Bartlett’s Ocean View Farm & at Cisco Brewers where you can enjoy libations & food vendors. The experience lasts about 2-1/2 hours. Tickets $85. Book at 42 Straight Wharf, at nantucketbustours.com, or at 508-228-0334.

12:45 PM - Linda Loring Nature Foundation Hike with Nantucket Walkabout LLNF’s publicly accessible property has easy trails thru sandplain grasslands, coastal shrublands, & along the North Head of Long Pond in sight of an active osprey nest. 110 Eel Point Road. Book at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466

1 to 4 PM - NHA Decorative Arts Class: Small Nantucket Basket

This is the perfect project for both new and experienced weavers. This 2” wide little dish has a maple base, turned rim & top with a heart knob. Perfect keepsake for a loved one or yourself. Register for this workshop at nha.org

3 to 5 PM - Island Tours Elin Hilderbrand Blue Book Tour

This new tour is straight from the pages of Elin’s “Must See, Can’t Miss, Won’t Forget” Guide to Nantucket: The Blue Book. Led by Elin’s sister, Heather Thorpe, the tour highlights Elin’s favorite shops, restaurants, & beaches, & showcases island spots prominent in her novels. Tickets $100. Book at 42 Straight Wharf, on line at nantucketbustours.com, or at 508-228-0334.

4 to 5 PM - Slime Madness! with Barnaby’s Nantucket

Children make a batch of slime using color changing pigments to color it & addins like sprinkles, glitter, charms, gummy bears. Your child will learn the science behind slime, and your house will stay clean! $58: register at Barnabysworld.com.

It’s a Family Tradition

by Steve “Tuna” Tornovish

“It’s in his blood.”

“He comes by it naturally.”

How many times do we hear someone say things like this? I’m guessing that these are common refrains if you’re hanging out around the University of Texas football field, watching young Arch Manning warming up. Arch, projected to be one of college football’s better quarterbacks this season, is the son of Cooper Manning. Cooper was a football player at one time as well, destined to play for Ole Miss, but a diagnosis of spinal stenosis caused Cooper to leave the game. Cooper went on to have a successful career as an entrepreneur, a slight variation of the quarterback business.

Cooper Manning does have a couple of younger brothers, of course. They’re named Payton and Eli. Rumor has it that they were pretty good at the quarterback position as well. It’s in their blood, you see. They came by it naturally. Their father is Archie Manning, perhaps the most famous quarterback ever at Ole Miss and the second player selected in the 1971 NFL draft. Archie went on to have himself quite a career, playing for the New Orleans Saints for 11 years, followed by a couple of years in both Houston and Minnesota. Yes, Arch Manning has strong bloodlines. I wouldn’t bet against him being a top NFL quarterback in a few years.

Fishing is in Victor Boucher’s blood. He comes by it naturally. And wow, does he catch some big fish! Victor caught, measured, and released a 46-inch monster striped bass on May 26. To put this fish in context, here’s what Rafael Osona posted on the Spring Sea Run Opener Facebook page: “Victor is always setting the bar high, but last night he landed a tournament record 46” striped bass. Additionally it may be the longest/largest beach-based striper landed in the last TWO DECADES.” Yikes! And believe me, Rafael would know, as he is one of the main cogs in the Nantucket beach fishing scene (and he caught a monster 45inch fish in 2020).

Of course Vic’s fishing accomplishments are more than just that one big fish.

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Events & Entertainment

Events are updated daily, year-round at Nantucket.net from page 6

4 to 7 PM - Live Music by B3 Kings at Cisco Brewers

Head to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road & enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

6 to 8 PM - Live Music with Jacob Butler

Live Music at The Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street.

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

7 to 8:30 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

Nothing beats a Nantucket Sunset. Grab your favorite beverages & snacks and c’mon aboard for one of the best shows in town! Departure time will vary with sunset. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com

7 to 9:15 PM - Head to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road & enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route

A 3/4-mile stroll in the historic district to 5 of the most haunted spots. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 7-12. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps. 774-325-8972

FRIDAY, JUNE 20

NANTUCKET DENTAL SEMINAR: June 19-21; Cutting-edge industry knowledge with top dental professionals. Register at nantucketdental.com

8 AM - Coskata Pond & Woods with Nantucket Walkabout

A 3-mile hike mostly over sand: a fascinating exploration of the beginnings of Nantucket Harbor. Six habitats - tidal pond, beach, cedar forest & dune, maritime oak forest, salt marsh with 2 active osprey nest poles + harbor. Book at WalkNantucket.com 508-422-7466

8:30 AM - Marine Ecology Field Trip for Age 8+

Help to collect, identify, and release fish, crabs, shrimp, and other interesting marine creatures. $35 register at mariamitchell.org

9 AM - Feeding Frenzy at MMA Aquarium

Help feed the ever-hungry creatures at the aquarium before it opens & learn about the marine mammals. Registration required at mariamitchell.org

9 AM - Ravenous Reptiles with Maria Mitchell Assn. for Age 4+

Learn about & interact with some of MMA Natural Science Museum’s educational animals. Program meets at 7 Milk St. Pre-registration recommended but walk-ins welcome if space available. $20 register at mariamitchell.org

9 AM - Guided Tour of Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

See unique habitats: salt marshes, beaches, forests, & the wildlife that inhabits them. Tour lasts about 2 hours: memories of this wild beauty last a lifetime. Tickets: thetrustees.org/content/coskata-coatue-faqs/#tour ~ Departs again 1 pm.

9:30 AM - Princess & Princes Please! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 2-6

This Barnaby’s class celebrates imagination, creativity, & all things Princess! Your child will decorate a crown & make a fairy wand that will provide hours of playtime fun! $58: register at Barnabysworld.com

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 AM - The Luna Walk (A.K.A. “Fabulous Mansions”)

A 3-mi, 75- min non-stop exercise walk with historic commentary that follows in the footsteps of Luna (Nantucket’s most physically fit dog) thru Lily Pond Park, past Oldest House, and fabulous mansions of The Cliff & Brant Point. Arrive 9:50 AM at Federal & India sts. by the Atheneum fence. $25 Cash Only. No reservations necessary. 774-325-8972

10 to 11:30 AM - Earth Story Walk for Adults with MMA’s Dr. Blundell

Walk Nantucket's diverse landscapes & discover how millions of years of relationship with habitats encoded ecological wisdom into human perception. Dr. Blundell will present his “Earthling Theory” & create an experience that reveals how our bodies & minds evolved to recognize patterns that connect us to Earth's creative processes, awakening latent forms of intelligence that remain available in each person. $25 register at mariamitchell.org

10 to 11:30 AM - Free Nature Ramble

Join LLNF for a “Ramble” along gently rolling trails, exploring sandplain grasslands & coastal heathlands with views of Long Pond and Nantucket Sound. LLNF.org

10:30 AM - Barrett’s Tours

Historic tours offered daily departing from 25 Federal St., across from the Visitors

Centre. Reservations: 508-228-0174. Offered again at 1:30 & 3:30 pm

10:45 - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

Walk through Nantucket town with an NHA Museum Guide & hear the story of the rise and fall of whaling, the beginnings of tourism, and social & racial development on-island. Again at 1:30pm Rain or shine. Tickets at nha.org.

11 AM - Nantucket Beach Scenes! with Barnaby’s Nantucket

Children will make Beach Scene plaques starting by making a batch of sand dough and then creating their own day at the beach using a variety of seashells. $58: register at Barnabysworld.com

11:15 AM - Island Tours Signature Tour: Historic Tour of Nantucket

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

2 PM - Bug Bonanza with Maria Mitchell Assn. Scientists

Find out what insects & small creatures live in Nantucket grasses, flowers, & trees. Meet at Mill Hill Park: $20 registration recommended at mariamitchell.org

2 PM - Smooth Hummocks Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

Hike Nantucket’s version of the Midwest’s prairies complete with rare wildflowers and grasses that thrive in sandy soil — a fascinating island ecosystem with many things to teach us. Book at WalkNantucket.com; 508-422-7466

3 to 5 PM - Wines & Rinds at Bartlett’s Farm

Sip and snack every Friday afternoon from the selection of wines and cheeses. 33 Bartlett Farm Road, BartlettsFarm.com

4 PM - Sailor’s Valentines x Resin with Barnaby’s Nantucket - Ages 5+

Children will enjoy making these with a variety of tiny shells: designing boxes, wall hangings, ornaments, or trays! $58: register at Barnabysworld.com.

4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Glen David Andrews at Cisco Brewers

Head to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road & enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com

5 to 6 PM - Queer Ecology with Linda Loring Nature Foundation

Celebrate Pride Month with a fascinating talk in the Great Hall, presented in collaboration with the Linda Loring Foundation. This lecture explores how nature challenges rigid ideas of sex, social roles, and orientation. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

6 PM - TGIF for Kids with Barnaby’s Nantucket - Ages 5+

This Barnaby’s class was created to give parents a night out while we entertain your kids. Your children will create 2 projects—making Slime, beading, Fairy Houses or making a Nantucket T-Shirt or Baseball Cap! Activities vary each week. Snacks, pizza, & drinks included! $58: register at Barnabysworld.com.

6 to 8 PM - Free Teen Game Night

Teens & tweens are invited to play a selection of Nintendo Switch games like Just Dance and Mario Party and many more. Games rotate and are first-come, firstserved. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

7 PM - David Dean Bottrell’s One Man Show: Teenage Wasteland

Actor David Dean Bottrell (Modern Family, Frasier) returns to Dreamland with TEENAGE WASTELAND: Thirteen, Fourteen, Fifteen—a hilarious solo show featuring five true stories of heartbreak, hard-ons, and hair from his awkward adolescence. The Dreamland, 17 S. Water Street. Tickets at NantucketDreamland.org

7 to 8:30 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

7 to 9:15 PM - Head to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road & enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route

A 3/4-mile stroll in the historic district to 5 of the most haunted spots. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 7-12. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps. 774-325-8972

9 PM - Horseshoe Crab Solstice Walk with Maria Mitchell Assn. for Age 13+

Join MMA Interim Dire.of Astronomy Dr. Geoffrey Clayton & MMA Aquarium Manager Christina Norman for night walk on the beach. Search for & learn about horseshoe crabs and discuss lunar phases, constellations, seasons, & tides. $45 register at mariamitchell.org

It’s a Love-Hate Relationship

by Dr. Sarah Treanor Bois, PhD Director of Research & Conservation at the Linda Loring Nature Foundation

As June settles into true summer, the flora of Nantucket really comes alive. The beach roses scent the air along the dunes, our yellow thistles open for pollinators, and the golden heathers carpet the moors. This past week, while enjoying the early summer splendor, another blossom caught my eye: small clusters of whitish-green, each flower only ¼-inch in size. The delicate five-petal flowers aren’t showy or brightly colored, but they are pleasant, gently draping in small clusters. These flowers, however, aren’t the kind to put in an arrangement or bouquet. These deadly beauties actually belong to the poison ivy plant.

Poison ivy, Toxicodendron radicans, is a native woody plant prevalent across Nantucket Island. The old adage “leaves of three, let it be” is a good thing to remember for identifying the plant. While other innocuous native plants have clusters of three leaves, it may be best to avoid all “leaves of three” if you’re not sure. Unlike some plants in the blackberry family with three leaves, poison ivy does not have thorns and generally has smooth leaf edges, though sometimes it is “variable toothed.” That basically means it does what it wants when it wants.

As the name implies, it is “toxic” or “poisonous” to the touch for many of the public—85% of people report they are allergic to poison ivy, but they are actually allergic to urushiol, the rash-causing oil produced by the plant. I am personally jealous of the other 15%. I am so allergic to it that I have learned to pay special attention to its habits—the various morphs it exhibits, habitat niches it likes to occupy, and its overall seasonality. One winter, when I thought I was free of it, I failed to wear gloves while digging up some invasive plants. I learned my lesson that “evil never sleeps.” Little did I know that the poison ivy roots lurked in the soil, too, and I ended up with very swollen fingers. Apparently, all parts of the continued on page 22

High Speed Ferry

Through September 1, 2025

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Reservations strongly recommended Straight Wharf | Nantucket 508.228.3949 Visit us online for schedules, travel alerts & specials hylinecruises.com

barnaby’s is a toy store & art studio for kids of all ages!

Summer Art Classes Daily! Check out our class schedule at barnabysworld.com Drop-in and create any time of day! Great toys & gi s! Activities for beach, park, playground, & home! open daily 12 oak street • 508-901-1793 barnabysworld.com info@barnabysworld.com

Toasting Basketmakers with Bubbly & Bourbon

For 2025, the Nantucket Historical Association’s annual summer fundraiser celebrating the rich tradition of Nantucket lightship baskets has an added flavor: a bourbon tasting alongside the bubbly, craft cocktails, and light bites.

Formerly the annual Baskets & Bubbly is now Baskets, Bubbles, & Bourbon and will feature exciting new additions that honor both weavers and collectors. Collector Max Berry will be specially recognized for his outstanding support and dedication to preserving this iconic island craft. In addition, the event will also have an exclusive showcase of other distinguished basket collectors displaying their treasured pieces.

This year, the highly anticipated Baskets, Bubbles, & Bourbon auction features a curated selection of exceptional works from today’s most talented artisans—plus select collaborations with other skilled craftspeople. The auction started online this week at nha.org, featuring unique and stunning items, including an exquisite Nantucket Tree Top Angel woven by Janet Carreau with carvings by artisan Scott Marks, a Footed Nantucket Basket Bowl by Bill Sayle that will look gorgeous on any table, a Scrimshaw Ivory Pendant hand-etched by artist David Lazarus, a Whale Bone Scallop Shell Choker by Paul Johnson, a Nantucket Lightship Basket Champagne Bucket perfect for island parties. Follow on Instagram @basketsbubblesbourbon to see more auction items highlighted daily

The Nantucket lightship basket has a long history on our island. During the early 1800s, they were practical for storage and used as carrying baskets in homes, stores, and workshops. As the island transitioned to a tourist economy in the 1860s, the baskets became a popular keepsake of an island visit. The Nantucket Historical Association is committed to preserving the iconic Nantucket lightship basket craft by enhancing the permanent lightship basket collection, displaying exhibitions, and teaching children and adults the art form. The Nantucket Lightship Basket Fund at the NHA is used solely to carry out this mission and share the history of Nantucket Lightship baskets.

The 2025 Baskets, Bubbles, & Bourbon over 21 event will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 pm on Friday, June 27 in the beautiful garden of the Hadwen House, 96 Main Street. Tickets are available now (while they last) at nha.org.

Events & Entertainment

Events are updated daily, year-round at Nantucket.net from page 8

9:30 to 10:30 PM - Stargazing at Loines Observatory

View an impressive tour of Nantucket’s night sky with professional astronomers. $25/$15 youths. Dress for the outdoors; program will be canceled if weather is inclement. Registration recommended at mariamitchell.org

10 PM - Friday Night Karaoke

Join the fun and sing along at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street. 508-2282595 TheRoseAndCrown.com

SATURDAY,

JUNE 21

NANTUCKET DENTAL SEMINAR: June 19-21; Cutting-edge industry knowledge with top dental professionals. Register at nantucketdental.com

8 to 9 AM - ACK Clean Team

Help clean up various parts of Nantucket. We supply everything needed, including grabbers. Meet at The Handlebar Cafe, 15 Washington St. or Outside of Town meet: Polpis Road at the Lifesaving Museum

9 AM - Feeding Frenzy at MMA Aquarium

Help feed the ever-hungry creatures at the aquarium before it opens & learn about the marine mammals. Registration required at mariamitchell.org

9 AM - Ravenous Reptiles with Maria Mitchell Assn. for Age 4+

9 AM - Guided Tour of Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

9 AM to 1 PM - Decorative Arts Class Needlework Ornament Finishing

Learn to finished a 4” round needlepoint ornament. Bring a blocked, stitched piece, backing fabric of your choice, and pearl cotton #5: you will be making accent cording. Register for this Decorative Arts Class at nha.org

9:30 AM - Getting Slime-y! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for all ages

Kids make a batch of slime while learning about measurements & the true science behind slime making. It strengthens fine motor skills, helps with sensory development, and encourages creativity & independent play! Your house will stay clean while we take care of the mess! $58: register at Barnabysworld.com.

9:30 AM to 4 PM - Grab & Go Bag: Chroma Lei Necklace

Celebrate the end of the school year with a burst of color & meaning! Inspired by Hawaiian and Polynesian traditions, leis symbolize love, pride, accomplishment, & good luck. Create your own vibrant lei necklace with a Chroma Lei Necklace from CreativeBug. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street and America’s Oldest Windmill

10 AM - Gail’s Tours of Nantucket

Daily in-depth van tour of Nantucket with 7th generation native as your guide. Intown pickup. To reserve a seat, call 508-257-6557. Tours again at 1 & 3 pm

10 AM to 12 PM - Queer Ecology Field Trip with Linda Loring Nature Foundation

In celebration of Pride Month and partnership with Nantucket Pride, join Linda Loring Nature Foundation for a field trip to explore the subject of queer ecology. Linda Loring Nature Foundation, 110 Eel Point Rd. llnf.org

10:30 to 11:30 AM - Russian Club for Kids and Parents!

Join us at the Nantucket Atheneum Library for Russian Club, where children of all ages can enjoy books, games, cartoons, songs, dancing, & activities in Russian. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

10:30 AM to 1 PM - Nantucket By Water Oyster Tours

Tour a working Oyster Farm and learn what goes into growing the perfect Nantucket Oyster. Call 508-228-7037 or book online at nantucketbywater.com

10:45 - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

11 AM - Minecraft Madness with Barnaby’s Nantucket

This new Barnaby’s class is sure to be a hit! In the spirit of A Minecraft Movie, children will enjoy creating and painting wooden swords, sculpting a Chicken Jockey, and making Dynamite Sticks! $58: register at Barnabysworld.com.

11:15 AM - Island Tours Signature Tour: Historic Tour of Nantucket

Join friendly & knowledgeable guides for a 75-min. tour of historic sites in Nan-

tucket Town & Sconset . See Oldest House, Windmill, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head

Lighthouse & more. Tour departs daily at 11:15, 1:00, & 2:45. Tickets $45. Book at nantucketbustours.com or at 42 Straight Wharf, or call 508-228-0334.

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

2 to 3:30 PM - Live Music by Stephen Marley at Cisco Brewers

Head to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road & enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com

2:45 PM - Gardner Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

This hike is within Nantucket’s oldest outwash plain of sandplain grasslands and contains pitch pine forests with a walkway over a cattail-choked inlet. This hike is close to Cisco Beach & Cisco Brewery. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com

4 PM - Patches x Bags + Beading! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 5+

A trendy, new Barnaby’s class where kids decorate a bag of their choice with patches! They’ll also make a beading chain to attach to their special Nantucket bag. $58: register at Barnabysworld.com.

4 to 6 PM - Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club For Ages 13-18

Explore dungeons, battle monsters, and let your inner warrior out in a beginnerfriendly Dungeons & Dragons club. All skill levels welcome. Space is limited so arrive on time. Register by emailing shurd@nantucketatheneum.org. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Glen David Andrews at Cisco Brewers

Head to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road & enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

6 to 8 PM - Film Screening: Counted Out

A special screening of Counted Out, a new hard-hitting documentary that shines a light on math as the foundation of democracy and economic opportunity. Reserve your free ticket at NantucketAtheneum.org

6 to 8 PM - Live Music with Jacob Butler

Live Music at The Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street.

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

6:45 PM - Polpis Harbor Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

As the sun sets over Nantucket Harbor & Coatue, learn from Guide Peter Brace how geological forces formed Nantucket & Polpis Harbors & about salt marsh ecosystem in the harbors & conservation efforts. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com

7 to 8:30 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

7 to 9:15 PM - Head to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road & enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route

A 3/4-mile stroll in the historic district to 5 of the most haunted spots. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 7-12. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps. 774-325-8972

10 PM - Karaoke at The Rose & Crown Sing along at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St. TheRoseAndCrown.com

SUNDAY, JUNE 22

8 AM - Beechwood Farm Loop with Nantucket Walkabout

This property in Polpis shares elements of maritime or coastal heathlands habitat: native tree species, meadows, & wetlands. You’ll feel you’re exploring Yoda’s home swamp planet of Dagobah from Star Wars. Book at WalkNantucket.com

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 to 11 AM - Nantucket by Water Whaling History Tour

Learn what life was like in the late 1800’s during the Whaling Era, and see some remaining historic landmarks. Book at 508-228-7037 or nantucketbywater.com

10:30 AM - Barrett’s Tours

Historic tours offered daily departing from 25 Federal St., across from the Visitors Centre. Reservations: 508-228-0174. Offered again at 1:30 & 3:30 pm

10:30 AM - Slime Madness! with Barnaby’s Nantucket

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Events & Entertainment

Events are updated daily, year-round at Nantucket.net from page 11

11:15 AM - Island Tours Signature Tour: Historic Tour of Nantucket

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

11 AM to 12 PM - Breathwork & Meditation with Andrew Viselli

Explore the beneficial use of nature to connect with your breath & inner space. This 60-minute session incorporates guided meditation, reiki, and subtle movement to relax, calm, & empower you. Nantucketconservation.org

2 PM - Polpis Harbor Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Festooned with salt marshes populated with nesting & fishing shorebirds, Polpis Harbor has beautiful meadows overlooking the east cove. Also get a closer look at Nantucket Harbor from an inner harbor coastal bank. Book at WalkNantucket.com 508-422-7466

2 to 3:30 PM - Live Music by Pepper at Cisco Brewers

Head to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road & enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com

3 to 5 PM - Island Tours Elin Hilderbrand Blue Book Tour

3 to 5 PM - Pride Tea Dance

Featuring DJ Uncle Dayumm, drag performances, & a cash bar. Presented by Nantucket Pride in the Nantucket Inn, 1 Miller Lane.

3 to 5:30 PM - Boston Civic Symphony Concert with Nantucket Youth Orchestra

Celebrate youth, mentorship, & music as talented student musicians perform with professional symphony players in this inspiring concert. Reserve your seat at Nantucketmusic.org. Free food from Island Kitchen food truck after the show! Held in Mary P. Walker Auditorium, 10 Surfside Road.

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

6:15 PM - Smith’s Point Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

See an amazing sunset at the westernmost extremity of Nantucket in sight of Tuckernuck Island. Walk back on the beach under the rising moon & stars—maybe take a dip in the ocean, if you’re game. Book at WalkNantucket.com; 508-422-7466

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

7 to 8:30 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

MONDAY, JUNE 23

Story Walk: Extraordinary!

This month’s story walk features Extraordinary! by Penny Harrison. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. NantucketAtheneum.org All month long in the Garden

8 AM - Stump Swamp/Norwood Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

A mashup of island terrain; forest, upland meadows, small ponds, a former cranberry bog, & one of the island’s true flowing streams. A 90-120 min. dual property hike, depending on group interest. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com

8 to 10 AM - Free Guided Bike Tour with Conservation Foundation

Join avid cyclist and NCF Trustee Jim Meehan on a 9-mile tour of the trails & dirt roads of the Middle Moors or Ram Pasture. Space is limited. Helmet & a mountain bike suitable for rough roads is required. Nantucketconservation.org

8:30 AM - Marine Ecology Field Trip for Age 8+

Help to collect, identify, and release fish, crabs, shrimp, and other interesting marine creatures. $35 register at mariamitchell.org

9 AM - Ravenous Reptiles with Maria Mitchell Assn. for Age 4+

9 AM - Feeding Frenzy at MMA Aquarium

Help feed the ever-hungry creatures at the aquarium before it opens & learn about the marine mammals. Registration required at mariamitchell.org

9:30 to 10:30 AM - Clay Creations! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 2-6

Working with clay is always a favorite! During this class your child will learn various sculpting techniques while creating bowls, summer ornaments, and much more. $58: register at Barnabysworld.com.

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 AM - The Luna Walk (A.K.A. “Fabulous Mansions”)

10 AM - Gail’s Tours of Nantucket Daily in-depth van tour of Nantucket with 7th generation native as your guide. Intown pickup. To reserve a seat, call 508-257-6557. Tours again at 1 & 3 pm

10 AM to 12 PM - Decorative Arts Class: Historic Ceramic Transferware

Choose from a selection of ceramics - including mugs, plates, and ramekins - to make a set of unique custom ceramics using historical imagery, text, & a bit of whimsy. Pieces will then be fired in a kiln, making them food & dishwasher safe. Register at nha.org

10:45 - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

11 AM to 12 PM - Painting Pottery & Working with Clay! with Barnaby’s Nantucket Kids will explore sculpting techniques and paint their own ceramic pieces, making bowls, summer ornaments, & more hands-on treasures. $58: register at Barnabysworld.com.

11 AM to 1 PM - Free Session: The Quiet Table

Join this body-doubling session designed for deep work like reading, writing, or studying. Surrounded by others quietly working, you’ll gain structure, accountability, & calm support. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

11:15 AM - Island Tours Signature Tour: Historic Tour of Nantucket

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

11:45 AM - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

2 PM - Bug Bonanza with Maria Mitchell Assn. Scientists

Find out what insects & small creatures live in Nantucket grasses, flowers, & trees. Meet at Mill Hill Park: $20 registration recommended at mariamitchell.org

2 PM - Shawkemo Hills Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

Hike a portion of the island shaped by the last glacier to cover most of N. America. See & learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, the Haulover, Nantucket Harbor, & inner harbor shores. Book at WalkNantucket.com; 508-422-7466

4 PM - Getting Slime-y! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for all ages

4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Steve Rondo at Cisco Brewers

Head to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road & enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com

5 to 7 PM - Decorative Arts Class: 1/2” Woven Cuff Bracelet

The woven cuff bracelet is a simple way to dip your toes into the world of Nantucket basket weaving. Register at nha.org

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

7 to 8:30 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route

A 3/4-mile stroll in the historic district to 5 of the most haunted spots. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 7-12. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps. 774-325-8972

9:30 to 10:30 PM - Stargazing at Loines Observatory

TUESDAY, JUNE 24

8 AM - Smooth Hummocks Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Smooth Hummocks is Nantucket’s version of the Midwest’s prairies complete with rare wildflowers and grasses that thrive in sandy soil. It’s a fascinating island ecosystem with much to teach. 508-422-7466 Book at WalkNantucket.com

9 AM - Feeding Frenzy at MMA Aquarium

Help feed the ever-hungry creatures at the aquarium before it opens & learn about the marine mammals. Registration required at mariamitchell.org

9 AM - Ravenous Reptiles with Maria Mitchell Assn. for Age 4+

9 AM to 1 PM - Mindful Mending: Repair, Renew, Revive

A 3-day, beginner-friendly workshop on creative clothing repair using global mending techniques like Sashiko, Kantha, and Boro. Learn through hands-on practice, build your own stitch book, and bring along garments to discuss or mend. All materials provided just bring what you want to revive! Register at nha.org

9:30 AM - Nantucket Beach Scenes with Barnaby’s Nantucket

Children will enjoy making these Beach Scene plaques. Each child will start by making a batch of sand dough and creating their own day at the beach using a variety of seashells. $58: register at Barnabysworld.com.

9:30 AM - Metal Detecting 101 for Kids

This hands-on introductory course is designed for kids eager to explore the world of metal detecting. Again at 11 am. $30: register at mariamitchell.org

9:45 to 10:30 AM - Free Music in the Morning for Toddlers thru Age 7 Kids will enjoy 45 minutes of rhythm, instruments, and musical games with local musician Cory Morgan. Bring a blanket to sit on Nantucket Atheneum Garden, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street and America’s Oldest Windmill

10:30 AM - Barrett’s Tours

Historic tours offered daily departing from 25 Federal St., across from the Visitors Centre. Reservations: 508-228-0174. Offered again at 1:30 & 3:30 pm

11 AM - Summer Spa Chic! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 5+

Kids get to pamper themselves (& get a little messy) as they make sparkling bath scrubs, shimmering lip balms, calming essential oils, & glittering bath bombs. $58: register at Barnabysworld.com.

11:15 AM - Island Tours Signature Tour: Historic Tour of Nantucket

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

11:45 AM - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

12:15 to 1:15 PM - Somatic Yoga at the Atheneum

A 45 minute yoga practice designed to relax & recharge, focusing on slow, mindful movements. Bring your own mat. Cancel if you can’t attend so someone on the wait list can join: space is limited! Register at NantucketAtheneum.org

1 to 4 PM - Decorative Arts Class Intro to Glass Beads for Jewelry

Learn to create glass beads using traditional hot glass techniques in this hands-on class. You’ll safely work with a torch, explore color & texture, and turn your handmade beads into earrings, bracelets, necklaces, or keychains. Register at nha.org

2 PM - Sankaty Bluff Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

On this hike, walk south down the beach from the Hoicks Hollow Road public way to see examples of & learn about Nantucket’s geological past. Book at 508-4227466 or WalkNantucket.com

3:30 to 4:30 PM - Youth Chorus Ages 8+

A fun beginner music program to get kids used to singing in groups. Nantucket Community Music Center, 56 Centre St.. 508-228-3352 NantucketMusic.org

4 to 5 PM - Teen Tuesday Crafternoon for Ages 12-18: Fluffy Slime

Get creative with this fun, hands-on craft making fluffy slime with shaving foam. Pick your colors & let your imagination go wild! Held outdoors in the garden. Registration required at NantucketAtheneum.org

4 to 5 PM - Adult Metal Detecting 101

This hands-on introductory course is designed for adults eager to explore the world of metal detecting. $40: register at mariamitchell.org

4 to 5 PM - Paint your Own Squishies! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for ages 4+

Who doesn’t love a squishy! Your child will enjoy painting, creating, and squeezing their way through class! $58: register at Barnabysworld.com.

4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Steve Rondo at Cisco Brewers

Head to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road & enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

5:30 PM - Lecture: Stitching at a Distance

Mid-century Embroidery, Gender, and the Hidden History of Home Study with Rebecca Tolley, 2025 Verney Fellow. Discover how post-WWII embroidery courses by mail empowered women with artistic skills & income opportunities from home. This talk shares early research on figures like Mary Ann Beinecke and Erica Wilson, and how their work shaped craft, gender, and class in mid-century America. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. nha.org

5:30 to 6:30 PM - Mindfulness Meditation

A short talk, a guided meditation, + time for reflection/questions designed to support a clear understanding of the method & help build a consistent meditation practice. No experience needed. Registration encouraged at NantucketAtheneum.org

6 PM - Jaws @ 50: The Deﬁnitive Inside Story & Deep Dive Talk

New documentary with never-before-seen footage about the making of Jaws, the film that redefined cinema & created the modern blockbuster. Panel discussion follows. Showing in Dreamland Theatre. Tickets $35 at NantucketFilmFestival.org

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

6:30 to 7:30 PM - Free Class: ELL Beginning English

Drop-in English class for beginners. Practice conversation in a friendly setting. No registration needed. Email Cheryl at ccreighton@nantucketatheneum.org or 508332-0605 for details Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. NantucketAtheneum.org

6:30 to 8:30 PM - Free Open Arts Nights!

The “stage” remains open to all — bring your own creative projects. Knit, embroider, color, wrap gifts, or simply enjoy the show in the acoustically stellar Great Hall. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

7 to 8:30 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route

A 3/4-mile stroll in the historic district to 5 of the most haunted spots. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 7-12. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps. 774-325-8972

8 to 9 PM - Night at the Museum with Maria Mitchell Assn. for Ages 5+

Join MMA naturalists for an evening at the Hinchman House Natural Science Museum. Learn secrets of the natural world, natural history facts, see museum specimens & experience a specimen touch table. Hang out in our activity room featuring various arts & crafts activities! $20: register at mariamitchell.org

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25

7:45 to 10:30 AM - Free Birding Field Trip

Explore Nantucket’s birding hotspots & observe birds in their natural habitats. Binoculars, spotting scope, and field guides to borrow. All experience levels welcome. Registration Required at llnf.org

MAP of DOWNTOWN NANTUCKET

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● NANTUCKET HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION PROPERTIES

whaLing museum: 13 Broad Street Hear the story of Nantucket over 4 centuries with rotating exhibits in 9 galleries. Daily programs, films, & a stunning view of town from the rooftop. Open from 10am.

oLdest house: 16 Sunset Hill Built in 1686; restored in 1990. 11am-4pm Wed.-Sat. June 14-Sept. 4.

greater Light: 8 Howard Street Built in the 1790s & transformed into a stunning whimsical summer home in the 1920s, this is home to the NHA Decorative Arts Program. 11am-4pm Wed-Sat. June 14-Sept. 4.

hadwen house: 96 Main Street This Greek Revival mansion built in 1846 is the only mansion of its era onisland open to the public. Exhibits include Nantucket Lightship Baskets, maps, and decorative arts. Open 11am-4pm May 27-Sept. 4.

oLd miLL: 50 Prospect St The oldest functioning mill in the USA, built in 1746. 11am- 4pm Wed.-Sat. June 14Sept. 4.

oLd gaoL: 15R Vestal Street Constructed of massive oak timbers with iron bolts & iron rods across the windows. The heavy wooden doors are reinforced with iron. 11am- 4pm Wed.-Sat. June 14-Sept. 4. Please visit nha.org for hours, tours, ticket prices, and additional information.

shipwreck & Lifesaving museum: 158 Polpis Road eganmaritime.org Learn the dramatic history of Nantucket’s shipwrecks, lifesaving, and rescuers. Family activities. Free shuttle to the museum from Visitor Services downtown runs June 23-Oct. 3.. Beautiful property at Folger’s Marsh open for picnics. Open through October 13.

▲ OTHER HISTORICAL POINTS OF INTEREST

brant point Lighthouse: 2 Easton St First erected in 1746, America's second oldest lighthouse and at 26 feet tall, the shortest in New England.

nantucket atheneum: 1 India St The island’s public library was built in 1847 and is filled with art & artifacts as well as books, periodicals, digital materials. Children’s section, reading room, & public garden. Open Mon.-Sat. pacific cLub: Lower Main St Built in 1772 by whaling merchant William Rotch, this is the only 18th century brick building still standing on-island. Quarterboard on the front lists names of 3 notable ships of Rotch: 2 in the Boston Tea Party and

the first ship to fly the American flag in London. first congregationaL church: 62 Centre St Built in 1725 & moved to this site in 1765. Open for services. Climb the tower for a view of town & the harbor. st mary’s church: 3 Federal St Built in 1897. Open for services.

unitarian church: 11 Orange St Built in 1809. Houses the town clock & 1810 Portuguese Bell. Open for services. three bricks: 93, 95 & 97 Main Street Identical brick mansions built 1836-38 by whaling merchant Joseph Starbuck for his sons. Now privately owned.

soLdiers & saiLors monument: Upper Main Street Built in 1875, this obelisk bears the names of 73 island men who died in the Civil War.

st pauL’s church: 20 Fair St Founded in 1838. Rebuilt in 1901 with Louis Comfort Tiffany stained glass windows. Church is open daily for visits and for Sunday services. methodist church: 2 Centre St Built in 1831. Open for services.

african meeting house: 29 York Street Built in 1827, the only public building constructed & occupied by African Americans in the 19th century still standing on-island.

Looking Back to the Past & into the Future

Egan Maritime Institute invites the public to attend the season’s first Foghorn Speaker Series event, Fishing for Food and Money, this Wednesday, June 25 from 5:30 to 7 pm in the Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum.

The evening will feature a panel discussion that expands on the themes explored in the Museum’s featured 2025 exhibit From Hard Times to Boom Times, which traces the transformation of Nantucket’s waterfront—developed as a working harbor supporting a robust whaling and fishing economy—to its present role as a vibrant, tourism-based hub.

While the exhibit highlights the broader economic and cultural shifts along the waterfront, our Foghorn Speaker Series dives deeper into the personal stories that bring this history to life.

Five panelists will speak of their history and expertise. Carl Sjolund is a longtime commercial fisherman with decades of experience navigating Nantucket’s waters and inspiring the next generation in the fishing industry. Ginger

Andrews, owner and restorer of the island’s last working scalloping shanty, preserving a vital piece of local history is well-versed about the past. Jeff Allen, artist and owner of FishStix, where he combines functional design, intricate artistry, and local knowledge to craft custom fishing rods, can address the current fishery. Tammy King, surfcasting instructor behind Fish Girl Guides, commercial scalloper, and an advocate who fosters a community of women fishers will add her perspective to the panel. And Corey Gammill, owner of Bill Fisher Tackle and Bill Fisher Outings, has a mission to keep Nantucket’s fishing culture alive—maintaining it as both a trusted source for gear and a hub for local knowledge, storytelling, and community.

Tobias Glidden, a descendant of Charles S. Glidden, a U.S. Life-Saving Surfman and founder of Nantucket’s first fish market, will moderate the panel discussion.

Together, the panelists will reflect on the changes they’ve witnessed, how they’ve adapted, and why they continue to work in the fishing industry despite its challenges.

“This discussion offers a unique window into the lived experiences behind an evolving industry,” said Egan Maritime’s Executive Director, Carlisle Jensen. “It honors the role of local stories in preserving the island’s waterfront history and maritime legacy.”

The panel is free for members. Non-members pay regular museum admission, ranging from $7 to $15. Visit eganmaritime.org for details and to register.

photo courtesy Egan Maritime

day of history and celebration,” said Dr. Noelle Trent, President & CEO of the Museum of African American History (MAAH).

“These events promise to be informative and engaging,” said Shantaw Bloise-Murphy, Director of Culture & Tourism for the Town of Nantucket. “As a community, we have the opportunity to acknowledge the journey and achievements of African Americans and come together in celebration. We look forward to a day of fun, learning, and civic engagement.”

Starting at 11 am, local musician Kezia Duarte will play the saxophone. From 11:30 am to 12:10 pm the documentary Nantucket's Historic Coloured Cemetery: Stories Told by Nantucketers will be screened. Following the documentary, SheShe Fogo will perform.

From noon till 3 pm, the block party will continue with food, games, arts and crafts, live music by Latulippe and E-Cliff and the Swing Dogs, and a marketplace.

This Juneteenth event is rain or shine. Due to very limited parking close to the African Meeting House at 29 York Street, participants may consider walking from downtown or taking the NRTA’s free mid-island bus that leaves from the Greenhound Building on Washington Street every 30 minutes.

It’s a Family Tradition

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He currently holds the record for the biggest striper caught in the Inshore Classic tournament with a 43½-inch bass. He’s won three big fish awards in tournaments. Victor modestly told me, “A lot of it was luck. A lot of variables came together for me.” Yes, Vic, perhaps there was some good fortune that helped you along the way but as the great golfer Gary Player once said, “The more I practice, the luckier I get.” Victor fishes hard.

“My dad Paul started me fishing the ponds as a wee child, catching slimy pickerel. Going out in his jon boat in the water tower pond—one of my favorite memories! I caught a big pickerel when I was 7 or 8, throwing a rooster tail (an old school freshwater fishing lure with feathers and a spinning blade). I’ve been throwing them forever!”

Young Victor was hooked! “I remember going out a couple nights puppy-dogging my dad up and down the beach. I didn’t catch a lot but he did and it was really cool. It lit the spark for me—out in the dark, the headlamps would come on and it looks like a plane landing.”

So how did Victor develop into such a dominant force in the fishing community? I asked Victor’s dad, Paul Boucher. He summed it up very quickly: “It’s easy. Genetics. Tracy’s family (Victor’s mom), the Reeds, are famous for catching big fish. The legacy of the Reed family fishing this harbor goes back more than 100 years!” Paul sent me two pictures of Barbara (Reith) Reed and her son Andy near the Brant Point rocks holding striped bass

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photo courtesy Steve Tornovish

Building Castles and Dining on the Harvest

Polpis Harbor. Designed to protect a vulnerable salt marsh from erosion, the reef is constructed from interlocking “oyster castles”: square blocks made of a calcium-rich concrete that young oysters readily attach to. “They’re like ecologist LEGOs,” said Karberg. “So you stack them on top of each other, and those carved-out areas on the top will interlock and create a stable structure.”

selves improve water quality and increase habitat biodiversity. Karberg said the reef is already helping the marsh grow and attracting more marine life such as fish and crabs.

Even better: the reef is built to adapt.

“If sea level continues to rise, those reefs will rise with it,” Harkins said. That’s good news for homeowners along Polpis Harbor, where flooding and shoreline erosion are growing concerns. With hard infrastructure like bulkheads increasingly difficult to permit, nature-based solutions like oyster reefs offer a promising alternative.

After installation, the Brant Point Hatchery provided seed oysters to populate this intertidal oyster reef. Since then, it has become self-sustaining, with oysters naturally growing and stacking on top of one another. The reef serves two purposes: the castle structure breaks up wave energy, reducing erosion and allowing the salt marsh to expand, while the oysters them-

“We’re really looking at applying shellfish to different types of restoration projects,” said Riley, who established the Brant Point Shellfish Hatchery in 2009. Today it is still one of the few municipal shellfish hatcheries in the country that focuses solely on enhancing and restoring local shellfish populations in town waters. Each season, the hatchery produces millions of bay scallop, oyster, and quahog larvae.

Beyond restoration, oysters have become a livelihood and a signature island flavor. The island is now home to five active oyster farms, though the industry’s roots here are relatively young.

It began in the early 1970s when President Richard Nixon signed the Comprehensive Employment and Training Act (CETA), which funded publicservice job training across the country in an effort to counteract the nationwide economic recession. Nantucket locals proposed a soon-to-be budding aquaculture industry as a way to diversify the construction-heavy local economy. According to Egan Maritime Institute, Rob Garrison and Martin Ceeley secured Nantucket’s first oyster farm lease in 1983, planting the seed for what would become a cen-

Brant Point Hatchery photo by Alicia Wolfram

tral piece of the island’s economic and cultural identity.

Today, the process starts at an off-island commercial hatchery, where adult oysters are induced to spawn in controlled tanks. The fertilized eggs grow into microscopic larvae, and once they reach about two millimeters in size—roughly the size of a pepper flake—they are sold to farms, where they will continue growing until they reach maturity about two years later.

“You get them spread into your bags and cages and, as they start to grow, it’ll take probably two years at least for a two millimeter seed to turn into a three inch adult oyster,” said Fitzgibbon, who also co-owns Hang Ten Raw Bar.

Nantucket farmers purchase the seed from hatcheries around New England, and that’s when their work begins.

After a couple of months, the oysters outgrow their initial bags and must be redistributed to give them room to grow. “They double or triple in size, so you need to separate them into more bags so they can keep growing efficiently,” said Emil Bender, owner of Pocomo Meadow Farm and the other half of the duo behind Hang Ten Raw Bar.

He learned the rhythm early on, working on his dad’s oyster farm in high school. “Every year when I came back from college for the summers I'd work for him, and then I would reinvest half my money that I made back into the farm, into buying oyster seed,” he explained. “And after four summers of doing that, I had invested so much time and thought into it, I came home and started doing that full time with my dad and trying to expand it.”

Farms use different techniques: bottom culture (on the seafloor) and off-bottom culture (in floating cages anchored to the bottom). Bender, who uses off-

bottom culture, says the constant tumbling from waves and wind produces a better-looking, more uniform oyster.

Despite the island’s small size, demand for Nantucket oysters is booming. “The vast majority of all the oysters farmed collectively on Nantucket are eaten on Nantucket,” said Fitzgibbon.

General Manager of Glidden’s Island Seafood, Jeffrey Long, agrees that demand is increasing: “I ordered 4,000 oysters yesterday, and I'm down to 1,200 today,” he said. He added that local oysters are what people come looking for. “I think people in particular want Nantucket oysters when they come here,” said Long. “That's the question we get with oysters: are these local?”

Fitzgibbon attributes the distinctive flavor of a Nantucket oyster to the island’s unique geographic position 30 miles out to sea. “We’re surrounded by the most pure, flowing, open ocean, Atlantic currents that you can imagine,” he explained. The result is a distinct merroir—the marine equivalent of terroir in wine —shaped by salinity, water temperature, vegetation, and farming methods. “We’re in full-strength seawater, right around 33 parts per thousand,” said Harkins. “They’re growing in deep water and harbor water a pretty good distance away from any freshwater input, so what you’re left with is this really briny, salty oyster.”

Matt Herr of Grey Lady Oyster said that Nantucket oysters, especially those raised at the surface, have a uniquely clean and crisp flavor. “That’s the cool thing about oysters—they take on the essence of where they’re growing,” said Bender, who operates the only shallow-water farm on Nantucket.

In addition to taste, Nantucket’s colder waters provide a health benefit that distinguishes its oysters

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It’s a Family Tradition

from page 17

that clearly weigh in excess of 50 pounds. I’m guessing that the pictures were taken in the early 1970s. “My son Victor is named after Victor Reed Sr., his great grandfather. He was the caretaker for the Cox estate on Brant Point for years. Fishing was always a huge part of their lives. Things were different in the 50s, 60s and 70s—local people lived off the bounty of the island.”

I’ve done some work at the Cox estate. The Reed family is loved very much, as evidenced by a picture of Vic Reed Sr. that hangs in the kitchen. Vic Reed Jr. is now the caretaker for the estate. I called him and he and his wife Maureen were kind enough to share some time with me.

“My dad told us that he could smell the fish. He’d say that the bass were in when the wild cherry trees blossomed.” Yes, Vic Sr. knew when and where to be if you wanted to catch big striped bass. “He would tell us to not bother going out until the last half hour of the outgoing tide. And as for Great Point, you have to fish the tide change.”

Vic Jr., Maureen, and I went back in time for an hour at their kitchen table. We talked about what we remembered from the Nantucket that we grew up in. The Sandpiper restaurant—I thought it was on the corner of Main and Federal streets. Nope, it was down on Main Street, the second storefront from Federal. What about The Skipper? Yes, Henry Fee ran that down on Steamboat Wharf. Did they really have singing waiters and waitresses? Yup. The Opera House? Gwen Gaillard ran that and it was the place that movie stars would pop into, right? Yes it was.

“My dad had lobster traps all over. So did Maureen and me. We supplied the North Shore restaurant: Bob Ruley’s place. When my dad died, he wanted his ashes spread everywhere that he had set his lobster traps. We ran out of ashes before we ran out of places!”

Vic Jr. backed up Paul’s assessment about Nantucket folk living off of the island’s bounty. “By the time I was 12, I couldn’t eat another clam! I had developed some sort of seafood allergy. These days I can eat scallops, but that’s about it. We were always eating fish, deer, pheasant, rabbit. We lived on King Street in

‘Sconset. My dad would row off of Sankaty and fill a dory with fish. He’d go out with the outgoing tide and come back on the incoming. We would haul the fish off the beach and to the truck on sleds. My dad would blow this old foghorn that he had. That let the neighbors know that he had fresh fish. People would come running! He also sold fish on Main Street.”

Vic Jr. joined the U.S. Coast Guard. He admitted that his admiration for the Coast Guardsmen that he had met during his time as a kid helping out at the Cox estate (adjacent to the USCG base on Brant Point) was a big factor. “I was hoping to get stationed on the Coast Guard freighters in the Pacific. Instead, I got assigned to the Group Islands: Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket! I spent two years stationed in my own home town. Finally I got transferred to Point Judith, RI.”

“And that’s where he met me,” Maureen piped in. Vic agreed that she was the catch of a lifetime!

Vic and Maureen showed me some more absolutely amazing family photos. One that made my head spin had been taken by Larry Cronin. He had gone with Vic Sr. to First Point on Coatue for a fishing trip. Mr. Cronin’s note on the photo reads, “Vic and the bass. First Point, Late 80’s.” The picture shows Vic Sr. hooked onto a huge striper while two fish that I would reasonably estimate to be 50 plus pounds were stacked on the beach behind him. Wow. Just wow!

Another photo shows Vic Sr., Barbara and a very young Andy Reed each dragging similarly sized fish off the beach at Brant Point. We estimated that this picture was taken during the early 1970s.

So yes, Victor Boucher comes by it naturally. It’s definitely in his blood. And he’s keeping things going by taking his daughter Bailey, four years old, and his son, Benny, almost two, out fishing every chance that he can. “Bailey reeled in her own striper and will win a junior prize at the Spring Sea Run Opener awards. In a few weeks, we’re going to dig sand fleas at Great Point and use them for bait to try to catch stripers in the surf.” I bet that they do. It’s in their blood. It comes to them naturally. To paraphrase the great Hank Williams Jr., if Vic goes fishing all night long, it’s just a family tradition.

(Thanks to the Reed and Boucher families for the amazing pictures!)

Steve “Tuna” Tornovish is a Nantucket native who has spent his life fishing from the beaches of his beloved island. He loves to introduce clients to the joy of fishing with his Nantucket Island Fishing Adventures: stevetuna.com

Building Castles and Dining on the Harvest

from page 19

from those farmed in warmer waters. “You have to worry about a lot of different types of illnesses down south because of the extended period of time that they're exposed to warm water,” said Riley, who grew up in Atlanta, Georgia.

On Sunday, June 8, Nantucket celebrated its fourth annual OysterFest. The event, hosted by the Nantucket Shellfish Association and Cisco Brewers, celebrates the island’s prized oysters and the people who farm them. This year, all five farms donated oysters for a special collaboration: a Nantucket Oyster Beer, brewed by Cisco’s lead brewer Silas Gilbert.

“This beer is a tribute to all the hard work Nantucket oyster farmers take on year-round during all seasons on this beautiful island we call home,” Nantucket Shellfish Association wrote in a recent Facebook post.

Among the 5 participating farms, a total of 11,000 oysters were shucked and slurped, according to Bender.

Riley said she would like to see more public events to introduce people to the importance of shellfish. “I would love to see some other events…to make that connection between the importance of water quality and a luxury seafood,” she said.

When looking to the future of aquaculture on Nantucket, Fitzgibbon sees opportunity not just for expanding the industry, but for deepening its connection to the environment. “I think it's one of the best things we could be doing, as far as producing a close-to-home food source, and at the same time treating our harbor more like a garden and taking care of it, instead of just relying on wild caught,” he said. “No one's growing clams. I would love to do that.”

Farming oysters on Nantucket comes with its challenges, too.

“It’s a labor of love,” said Herr. “There are a million ways to make more money on Nantucket than growing oysters.”

But when the labor pays off and a plump, shiny oyster raised from a tiny seed is served raw on the half shell, the reward is worth it. “If you put in the time and you create a product that you're proud of, people really seem to gravitate towards it,” said Herr. “And the fact that you can be in the environment that you thrive in is all the better.”

poison ivy plant can produce urushiol.

Poison ivy is a plant I love to hate and hate to love. Instead of continually cursing the plant for my allergy, I am working on my poison ivy appreciation, for this native plant is an important part of our native flora.

I marvel at its ability to morph into many plant forms. As a woody vine, it climbs and encircles trees, as can be seen along the edge of the Nantucket State Forest. It can appear herbaceous, growing among the low bush blueberries and wildflowers at the edge of paths. Each stem seems to know how tall to grow to mimic the surrounding plants. It can be shrubby in nature, growing in and among the bayberries and huckleberries and growing no more than hip height. Making sure to cover all of its bases, I have even seen poison ivy looking like a tree, though this has been exclusively in marshes.

While I hate to admit it, there are more reasons to admire this shape-shifter. In addition to being a master of disguise, poison ivy may be the super plant of the future. Researchers have found that poison ivy responds extremely well to elevated CO2 levels as predicted with future climate change. You think that would be the case for all plants with more CO2. However, poison ivy has been shown to be more adept at reacting quickly to excess CO2, growing 149 percent faster than poison ivy grown without elevated CO2. These elevated carbon dioxide levels are creating bigger, stronger poison ivy plants that produce more urushiol. The urushiol isn’t just more plentiful, it was also more potent. Great!

There has also been some research, though limited, on the phenology, or timing, of poison ivy leaf-out and flowering. In our region, poison ivy may be leafing out earlier, meaning that the poison ivy is around longer in the year, so there is more opportunity for exposure.

Poison ivy fruits are plentiful in late summer and early fall. Birds love the poison ivy berry, which is high in lipids, providing much needed fat calories for fall migration. These berries are also an important food source for other wildlife like white-tailed deer. Deer will even graze on the twigs and leaves. Lucky for them that deer, birds, and other Nantucket fauna (including dogs) are not allergic

NANTUCKET WINDMILL

And if all of this wasn’t enough, poison ivy can be really useful for restoration projects and can be considered a nature-based tool for erosion control. It is considered an early successional plant, meaning it often grows in disturbed areas and can help stabilize soil and provide cover for other plants to establish. It thrives in disturbed landscapes, places where not many things will grow. You can see it near beaches, which are constantly getting beaten by coastal storms. You’ll see it along roadsides or abandoned lots, which are disturbed by other forces. In a few of our restoration spots at the Linda Loring Nature Foundation, poison ivy was the first native plant to colonize a disturbed site after removing non-native invasive species. Removing my own bias, this plant is considered a success given the other ecosystem services it provides.

It’s hard for me not to admire a plant like Poison Ivy, even if we have a lovehate relationship. It can seemingly shape-shift to blend in with its surroundings in a way that other plants cannot. It has the ability to colonize disturbed areas and be a pioneer species stabilizing soil and re-vegetating barren areas. And it is one of the few plants that can capitalize on the mess we’ve made with climate change. Poison Ivy can grow earlier, bigger, taller, and stronger in light of elevated CO2 and increased temperatures. So, if we’re mad about it, it’s our own fault.

We’ve created a monster.

to the urushiol oil.

photo by Sarah T. Bois

NANTUCKET ISLAND

Nantucket Island is just about 14 miles by 3-1/2 miles, and there are miles of bike paths to nearly every area. This means that riding a bicycle is one of the best ways to get around our island. Follow the QR code to discover miles of bike paths, where to rent bikes, biking tips, and where to ﬁ nd water stations along the way.

NANTUCKET ISLAND BEACHES

NORTH SHORE AND HARBOR BEACHES

40th Pole: Great for families and young children, but no lifeguards. On Nantucket Sound; warm water during July, August and September inspired nickname “The Bathtub” for area nearby. Parking. Best access via 4WD vehicle.

Dionis: 3 miles from town by bike on the north side of Eel Point Rd off Madaket Road. Look for the boulder marked “Dionis.” Sheltered by dunes, calm waters for swimming, safe for children; restrooms, & parking. Beachgoers can take NRTA shuttle bus to Eel Point Rd stop & walk.

Steps: Between Dionis and Jetties beaches; access from Cliff Road. No lifeguard, no facilities, very little parking. Gentle surf; sandbar. Many steep steps must be descended to get to the beach.

Jetties: Easy bike ride from town, or take the shuttle bus. Great beach for families. Lifeguards, changing rooms, playground, volleyball nets, restrooms, showers, public phones, restaurant and take-out food service. Concession and restrooms handicap accessible; boardwalk to the beach. Tennis. Windsurfing, sailboat, and kayak rentals. Shuttle service from town to Jetties Beach is available seasonally.

Brant Point: Easy walk or bike ride from town. No lifeguard. Strong current; experienced swimmers; beach drops off suddenly under the water. Scenic beach with Brant Point Lighthouse; nice to sit and watch the boats rounding the point. Here is where to go to wave goodbye to friends and family departing on the Steamship.

Children’s: Harbor Beach, an easy walk from town down So. Beach Street and off Harbor View Way. Flotation devices are not permitted within the guarded area. Ideal for small children; park, playground, and bandstand; lifeguard, restrooms, showers, food service, picnic tables. Food, playground, and rest room are all accessible. Activities sponsored by Park & Recreation Commission are often held at this beach during the summer.

Francis Street: Five-minute walk from Main Street. Calm harbor waters for swimming; no lifeguard. Jungle gym, kayak rentals, bathroom.

SOUTH SHORE - OCEAN BEACHES

Cisco Beach: Four-mile bike ride to end of Hummock Pond Road. Heavy surf; lifeguard. No facilities. Parking. Rip currents can be strong.

Ladies Beach: To access, turn left at the end of Bartlett Farm Road. No facilities; no lifeguard. Limited parking. Rip current can be strong; heavy surf.

Miacomet Beach: at the end of Miacomet Road. Some parking. Surf and rip currents can be strong on the ocean side. No facilities or food service. This beach is near Miacomet Pond, but the pond is currently closed due to harmful algae.

South Shore Beach: at the end of South Shore Rd. Limited parking; difficult to access beach, 4WD is advisable. No lifeguard; no facilities.

Surfside: Located at the end of Surfside Road, a three-mile ride on paved bike path or take the shuttles. Easy to park. Plenty of surf, wide beach is good for picnics, beach games, and surfcasting. Kite flying west of Surfside Beach is acceptable; for safety reasons, please do not fly kites east of Surfside toward the airport. Due to the number of people who frequent Surfside Beach during the day, it is inadvisable to fly kites during the peak beachgoing hours. Lifeguard, restrooms, showers, public phones, food service. Shuttle service from town to Surfside Beach is available seasonally.

Fisherman’s Beach: Located between Surfside Beach and Nobadeer. No parking; Beach access via steep wooden steps. Plenty of surf, wide beach is good for picnics, beach games, and surfcasting. No lifeguard; no facilities.

Nobadeer: Located near the airport. Limited parking; difficult to access beach. Plenty of surf, wide beach is good for picnics, beach games, and surfcasting. No lifeguard; no facilities.

Madequecham: Land Bank property at the end of Madequecham Valley Road; rough sand road. Parking. No facilities; no lifeguards. Rip current can be strong; heavy surf.

Tom Nevers (“Pebble Beach“): Surf can be heavy; very coarse sand. No lifeguard; no facilities. Good for fishing. Strong rip currents; heavy surf. Access to the beach can be difficult.

WESTERN SHORE - OCEAN BEACHES

Madaket: As far west as you can go, six-mile bike ride on scenic, paved bike path, or take the shuttle bus. Heavy surf, lifeguard, restrooms. Famous for its incredible sunsets.

EASTERN SHORE - OCEAN BEACHES

Siasconset: Regular shuttle bus service or seven-mile ride on paved bike path. Surf can be heavy; lifeguard. Food available in nearby village of ’Sconset. Low Beach: 4WD access. Surf can be heavy; no lifeguard.

BAY & POND BEACHES

Miacomet Pond: This fresh water pond is currently closed due to harmful algae. Pocomo Beach: Great for kayaking and to learn to windsurf. Just west of the Head of the Harbor. Good for children. No lifeguards, no facilities.

Eel Point: Good for fishing and watching the sunset. No lifeguard; no facilities. Limited parking. Rip currents can be strong.

Coskata-Coatue and Great Point: at the end of Wauwinet Road, past The Wauwinet Inn. Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge managed by Trustees of Reservations; beach sticker required for vehicles from Trustees of Reservations. Great for fishing and for seeing Great Point Lighthouse up close. Rolling dunes, bayberry, beach plum, heather, and beach grass. Salt marsh and maritime shrubland. The largest red cedar savanna and woodland in New England. Gray and harbor seals. Public restrooms available at the lighthouse Memorial Day-Columbus Day. Sections of the refuge are sometimes closed to protect nesting shorebirds. Dogs permitted only from Sept. 16 thru March 31 and must be leashed at all times. Guided tours with Trustee naturalists offered in-season. Seasonal hunting permitted. For more details, go to www.TheTrustees.org Property Lookup.

Sesachacha Pond: off Polpis Road. Great for families; warm water; no facilities; no lifeguard. Parking. Near the Audubon Sesachacha Heathlands and Wildlife Sanctuary.

Leave only footprints...

BEACH SAFETY

•Learn to swim. If you can’t swim an overhead stroke for at least 15 minutes you should not be in the ocean. •Never swim alone. Always swim with a buddy, and swim near a lifeguard whenever possible. •Stay out of the “surf zone” where the waves break at the shoreline. Waves are at their greatest force here, and even a small wave can lift you up and throw you headfirst into the sand. •Never run from the beach into the water and dive headfirst into the waves. Sandbars that cannot be seen from the surface may be present and/or the water may be too shallow. •Don’t jump or dive into the water from a pier or rock jetty. From a pier or jetty, water appears much deeper than it really is. What looks like 10 or 20 feet of water may only be 2 to 3 feet deep. Diving in could be fatal. The same applies for jumping headfirst into the ocean or a wave from a surfboard – don’t do it! It’s not a risk worth taking. •If you are body surfing or boogie boarding, always keep your arms out in front of you to protect your head and neck. •A rip current will pull you away from the shore, but it will not pull you under. If you’re caught in a rip current, do not swim toward the shore! Instead, swim parallel to the shore, until you’re out of the rip current. Then, swim in to shore. •Never drink alcohol or use drugs at the beach. It clouds your ability to make wise decisions, and that could be fatal! •Take direction from lifeguards at all times.

Island Fun & Shopping

Adventure / Eco-Tours

Nantucket by Water

offers giclees and miniatures, plus exclusive American-made gifts designed by Greg and Judi Hill. Stunning porcelain china dinnerware, hand-pressed glass and ornaments are only a few of treasures you will find. gshill.com

Gallery at Four India

508-228-7037

A Variety of Boat Tours for All Ages Straight Wharf, Slip #1011

Call or visit us on Straight Wharf for your Island Adventure NANTUCKET by WATER (formerly Shearwater Excursions) is a local family-run company dedicated to providing unique tours and cruises to individuals and families of all age groups. From small kids to grandparents, NBW has trips that cater to your needs and taste for adventure. Whether you take a leisurely tour around Nantucket Harbor, or a longer adventure exploring the wildlife sanctuary of Coatue or visiting the unique 5th Bend Oyster Farm, Nantucket By Water promises an exceptional experience. nantucketbywater.com

Nantucket Walkabout

508-228-8509

Open Daily Open Daily upstairs at 4 India Street

A fine selection of art & art glass thegallerynantucket.com

THE GALLERY AT FOUR INDIA is an exhibition gallery that offers the collector an tranquil space to browse through fine collections of art. The Gallery also represents some of the finest contemporary artists known for their traditional realism. Stroll upstairs and see the new artists and works in the gallery for 2025. Opening exhibition features reknown Steampunk artist Bruce Rosenbaum through May 30. THE GALLERY AT FOUR INDIA is open daily.

Susan Lister Locke Gallery

Open daily

Art and Inspired, Creative Jewelry

508-422-7466

Daily Guided Wilderness Hikes on Nantucket see website for hikes & times Book online & meet at Handlebar Cafe, 15 Washington St nantucketwalkabout.com

Explore Nantucket’s wilderness with “Walking Nantucket” and “Nantucket: A Natural History” author and naturalist Peter Brace, and learn how the last glacier formed the island. Experience wildlife and rare plants. Learn about Nantucket’s conservation efforts, ecology and the Native Americans that lived here. Adults $65-80; children ages 13 & younger $30. Private hikes available. Apple Pay, Android Pay, MC, Visa, Amex, & Discover accepted. Get details & make reservations at nantucketwalkabout.com or 508-422-7466.

Apparel & Accessories

Blue Beetle

508-228-2132 & 508-221-0531

28A Easy Street

Banking

Cape Cod 5

508-228-3227

Open Daily 12 Main Street

Clothing, Accessories, Jewelry, Gifts

Located at 12 Main Street, BLUE BEETLE reflects the playfulness and elegance of island living. We strive to provide a collection of carefully curated clothing, jewelry, gifts and accessories that portray the summer lifestyle on Nantucket. The boutique is filled with modern, chic, and contemporary fashions to suit every occasion. We proudly sell Joules, Jude Connally, Captiva Cashmere, Lilla P and MZ Wallace. Known for our Nantucket Jewelry, there is something for everyone; beads to fit Pandora, rings, bracelets and of course our charm bar, where you can create your own unique island necklace. Shop year round in store or visit us online at BlueBeetleNantucket.com

Commonwealth

888-225-4636

Open Monday-Saturday Locations at 112 Pleasant Street & Zero Main Street

We at CAPE COD FIVE are deeply committed to the communities we serve. Our dedication to serving our neighbors and local businesses and earning our customers’ trust every day has remained the same since our founding in 1855. We focus on continuously evolving to be our customers’ trusted financial partner in a rapidly changing world, offering digital tools, accessibility and sound guidance and insight to help our customers navigate their unique journeys. capecodfive.com

Bike Rentals

Cook’s Cycle

508-680-1399

Open Daily. Visit us in the store & online! New Location at 16 Federal Street Fabulous Resale. Fresh Finds.

COMMONWEALTH is a unique resale boutique where we believe even clothes deserve a second chance. This eclectic little shop on Oak Street specializes in curating quality gently used pieces from your favorite designers. Come in to find preloved gems or bring in your gently used items to turn your closet into cash! Commonwealthnantucket.com

The Love Shack by Lola

508-228-0800

Open Daily 6 So. Beach Street, next to Affordable Rentals

Bicycle Rentals & e-Bike Rentals

Nantucket’s bike shop for all of your vacation needs here at Cook’s Cycles Nantucket we have all of the latest bikes and accessories for your beach runs, brewery tours, and beyond. Our selection of new bicycles & e-bikes in a convenient downtown Nantucket location (just a 2-minute walk from Steamboat Wharf) is great for a day of cycling. Nantucket is known for its many bike paths and trails. Whether you want to ride to Jetties Beach for a swim or take in the sights of the Sconset Loop, Cooks Cycles has the bikes for you and your family. Moped & Jeep rentals, too! cookscyclesnantucket.com

Easy Riders Bicycles

Open Daily

774-325-5982

Open for the 2025 season 10 Old South Wharf Layer. Collect. Gift.

THE LOVE SHACK is located right in the heart of Nantucket’s boat basin and it is home to our entire collection of LOLA jewelry. Here you can see, touch and layer all of our pendants, chains, and bracelets that LOLA offers. It is also our inspiration for our Love Shack apparel and home goods which include t-shirts, candles, hats, glassware – everything you need that is perfect for your very own Love Shack! lolacompany.com

Artists & Galleries

Artists Association of Nantucket

Real & Unreal thru July 7 at 8 Federal St: Reception June 26

Summer Small Works June 26 - July 13 in Big Gallery

508-325-2722

65 Surfside Road

Bike Rentals, Sales, Service AND Electric Bikes easyridersbikerentals.com

EASY RIDERS BICYCLE RENTALS offers rentals, sales, and service, plus island-wide free delivery on all rentals and usually within an hour or so. With advanced on-line reservations, it’s the easiest way to experience Nantucket! Offering low prices and discounts on multi-day, weekly, monthly, and group rentals of top quality, new GT and Easy Riders bicycles, as well as retrostyle Schwinn Cruisers, and accessories in a variety of styles...They have the right bicycle for all of your adventures. We have electric bikes. Check out our Easy Riders brand ebikes at erbikes.com. EASY RIDERS has a safe & convenient bike path location at 65 Surfside Road.

Young’s Bicycle Shop

Open daily in season

“The Cycle-logical Way to See Nantucket Island”

508-228-0294

In-Person Gallery & Online Exhibits nantucketarts.org

The mission of the ARTISTS ASSOCIATION OF NANTUCKET is to foster the visual arts on Nantucket. They create a vibrant arts community by promoting, supporting, and encouraging the work of Nantucket artists, providing educational programs in the arts, and preserving the legacy of Nantucket artists. AAN has two in-town galleries: the brand new Federal Gallery at 8 Federal Street, where you can see a range of works, which will include oil, acrylic, pastel, watercolor, mixed media, ceramics, and photography. Through July 7, this gallery exhibit is REAL and UNREAL. In The Big Gallery, upstairs at 12 Straight Wharf, you can see SUMMER SMALL WORKS June 26 to July 13. Stay in touch at nantucketarts.org for a schedule of downtown Gallery Exhibits. Visit AAN’s online gallery at sales.nantucketarts.org to view regularly changing exhibitions of fresh, original artwork from iconic Nantucket artists.

G. S. Hill Gallery

Open Daily 10 am to 5 pm

Oils, watercolors, prints, and note cards by G. S. Hill

508-228-1353

40 Straight Wharf

G. S. HILL’s one-man gallery is open daily. For more than three decades, Greg’s original oil and watercolor paintings have captured the image, spirit, and soul of Nantucket. The gallery also

508-228-1151

6 Broad Street

Harvey A Young’s Bicycle Shop started on Nantucket in 1931. When Harvey sold the business to his son, Roger, it became YOUNG’S BICYCLE SHOP. Now with over 90 years in business, the 4th generation is running YOUNG’S. The Young family and their staff provide you with the ideal rental bike for Nantucket. Their fleet of CANNONDALE and TREK bikes are well maintained, so you and your family can have a safe and enjoyable bike ride around the island. YOUNG’S also rents cars and Jeeps. Check out their website, give them a call, or stop in to see their friendly, knowledgeable staff, so they can share with you “The Cycle-logical Way to See Nantucket Island”. Reservations & delivery services available. youngsbicycleshop.com

Books & Publications

FREE DOWNLOAD - Nantucket’s searchable phone book app CallNantucket.com

The island’s “Little Black Book”

CALL NANTUCKET is the fully searchable app version of The Nantucket Directory: the island’s phone book. Not sure who to call? Browse our Yellow Pages to choose the best company for your needs! Town information in our newly redesigned White Pages. Our CALL NANTUCKET app is FREE TO DOWNLOAD. CallNantucket@gmail.com

Island Fun & Shopping

Yesterday’s Island/Today’s Nantucket

508-228-9165

Guiding Visitors on Nantucket for 55 Years Box 626, Nantucket, MA 02554

In print & online + eNewsletter

Visit our online publication to see more articles, more photos, enter contests, and to share your impressions of Nantucket. For more than half a century, YESTERDAY’S ISLAND/TODAY’S NANTUCKET has been the best source for planning your leisure time on Nantucket Island. From Daffodil Festival through Christmas Stroll, you can pick up our print editions, available everywhere, or you can visit us online at YesterdaysIsland.com. After you leave your favorite island, you can stay in touch with the happenings here — find us on Facebook, follow us on Instagram @nantucket_insider, and sign up for our free Nantucket eNewsletter — look for the link at the top of Nantucket.net Yesterdaysisland.com

Bookstores

Mitchell’s Book Corner

508-228-1080

Open Daily 54 Main Street

See the calendar for our upcoming book signings

MITCHELL’S BOOK CORNER prides itself on a long tradition of personalized attention to its customers for more than 50 years. Visit nantucketbookpartners.com for any book in print, preorders, signed copies, e-books, audio books, gift cards, staff picks, and more. If the book is “on our shelves now” we can offer next business day island home delivery for a small fee. If the book is not on-hand we can either ship it to you or order it for you. We are also happy to ship books to anywhere in the US. MITCHELL’S is open daily. nantucketbookpartners.com

Nantucket Bookworks

Open Daily: books, gifts, chocolate

508-228-4000

25 Broad Street Books, chocolates, & unique gifts

Nat Philbrick, author In the Heart of the Sea. The ENDEAVOR sails daily at 10 am, 1:30 pm, 3:30 pm, and at sunset. They offer private charters, public sails. Gift certificates are available. Call for information and reservations. endeavorsailing.com

Nantucket

by Water

508-228-7037

A Variety of Boat Tours for All Ages Straight Wharf, Slip #1011 Oyster Cruises, Ice Cream Cruises, Cocktail Cruises, Sunset Cruise, & more

NANTUCKET by WATER (formerly Shearwater Excursions) is a local family-run company dedicated to providing unique tours and cruises to individuals and families of all age groups. From small kids to grandparents, NBW has trips that cater to your needs and taste for adventure. Whether you take a leisurely tour around Nantucket Harbor, or a longer adventure exploring the wildlife sanctuary of Coatue or visiting the unique 5th Bend Oyster Farm, Nantucket By Water promises an exceptional experience. nantucketbywater.com

Children’s Toys & Art Classes

Barnaby’s Toy & Art Shack

508-680-1553

Open with fun workshops for kids 12 Oak Street Downtown toy store & art studio for kids of all ages

BARNABY’S TOY & ART SHACK, located downtown at 12 Oak Street, just what you want fo all the kids in your life. They have a fantastic selection of crafts, books, toys, and so much more! Children can drop-in & create every day, all day! And BARNABY’S offers classes & workshops for children ages 2-13 years. All of Barnaby’s classes are taught by professional artists & educators who will guide your child’s technique and processes in our inspirational space in downtown Nantucket. For details or to register, visit BarnabysWorld.com or call 508-680-1553.When you are in Boston, visit us at our Beacon Hill location. BarnabysWorld.com

Classes & Workshops

Artists Association of Nantucket

508-228-0722

Open Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm Visual Arts Center, 24 Amelia Drive Classes & Workshops for all ages

Car Rentals

Affordable Rentals

Open daily

nantucketbookpartners.com

NANTUCKET BOOKWORKS is our quirky little shop chock full of books, gifts, and goodies. Visit nantucketbookpartners.com for books and nantucketbooksworks.com for the very best of Bookworks online. We have Nantucket gifts, puzzles, games, toys, art supplies, party accessories, stuffed animals, greeting cards, kids items, and so much more. And we have an enticing nook filled with amazing chocolates to buy and savor as you read your new books. We also are happy to ship anywhere in the US. For books, shop nantucketbookpartners.com. Order online or stop in to browse. BOOKWORKS is open daily.

The ARTISTS ASSOCIATION’s Arts Program offers year-round educational programs for adults and children. Our spacious workshop on Amelia Drive hosts a wide variety of classes and workshops in many media including oil painting, watercolor, pastel, life drawing, ceramics, printmaking, textile art and mixed media. Our instructors are resident artists, AAN artist members and a variety of visiting artists who work in a range of mediums and bring a wealth of talent and experience to the program. Classes are designed for all levels of experience, from the novice to advanced and for all ages. nantucketarts.org

Maria Mitchell Association

508-228-3501

6 South Beach Street Cars, jeeps, mopeds

AFFORDABLE RENTALS can help make your visit on Nantucket more complete. With their cars, 4x4s, vans, and mopeds, you will have access to all parts of the island: Great Point, Wauwinet, Coatue, Squam, ‘Sconset, Madaket, and more. Explore to your heart’s content in a vehicle from AFFORDABLE RENTALS, open daily at 6 South Beach Street. Call ahead for reservations. All major credit cards accepted. affrentals.com

Nantucket Windmill Auto Rental

Open daily, year-round

We’re at the airport & we’ll meet the boat.

508-228-1227

Nantucket Memorial Airport

NantucketAutoRental.com

NANTUCKET WINDMILL AUTO RENTAL offers terrific service and value not found elsewhere on the island with clean, new vehicles, low rates & free mileage, prompt & courteous service. Once you become a WINDMILL customer, it’s doubtful you’ll rent from any other company when on Nantucket. Daily, weekly, monthly and extended rates are available. We accept Amex, MC, Visa, Diner’s Club, and Discover. Commercial accounts available to qualified companies. 800-228-1227

Young’s Bicycle Shop

508-228-1151

Open daily in season 6 Broad Street

“The Cycle-logical Way to See Nantucket Island” youngsbicycleshop.com Harvey A Young’s Bicycle Shop” started on Nantucket in 1931. When Harvey sold the business to his son, Roger, it became YOUNG’S BICYCLE SHOP. Now with over 90 years in business, the 4th generation is running YOUNG’S. The Young family and their staff provide you with the ideal rental bike for Nantucket AND YOUNG’S also rents cars and Jeeps. Check out their website, give them a call, or stop in to see their friendly, knowledgeable staff, so they can share with you “The Cycle-logical Way to See Nantucket Island”. Reservations & delivery services available.

Charters - Sailing & Boating

Endeavor Sailing Excursions

Private Charters. Per Person Fares

Pleasure sailing

508-228-9198

Summer Programs for All: See Calendar for Dates & Times Science center, aquarium, museums, & programs for all mariamitchell.org

Join MARIA MITCHELL ASSN professional astronomers for an impressive tour of Nantucket’s night sky. MMA staff will guide you in viewing astronomical objects through our historic 8inch Alvan Clark refractor and our modern 24-inch research telescope. Get a chance to view the Moon, planets, star clusters, nebulae, and even other galaxies! Each Monday and Wednesday the MMA will host two sessions of Open Night Stargazing at 9:00 PM - 9:45 PM and 9:45 PM - 10:30 PM, and one Family Stargazing Open Night on Fridays from 9 - 10 PM.

Cleaning Service

ACK Spotless Cleaning

508-367-2917

Call us to make your home spotless! ackspotlesscleaningservice.com

Don’t stress about your pets or children: our environmentally friendly products provide a safe clean for your island home. ACK SPOTLESS CLEANING takes care of your home with the same care as if it were our own. We leave your sanctuary spotless so that you can focus on the rest of your life. And, if you have your day-to-day cleaning under control but need a little extra help now and then, let us do the really dirty work! We provide deep clean services to reach the places you might have missed. PLUS, we offer a variety of bonus services: from oven cleaning to air ducts. Let us help you make your home shine! Call or email mshcleaning0106@gmail.com

Confections

Aunt Leah’s Fudge

Open daily

Made fresh on Nantucket

508-228-5585

Slip 1015, Straight Wharf

“Captain James Genthner shares his love of the Island with visitors aboard his sloop ENDEAVOR”—Ted Reinstein, CBS Good Day! Featured in Yankee Magazine’s Best of New England: “A cruise aboard the Endeavor is a lesson in beauty and local history.” “No one has done more to make sure that Nantucket’s maritime traditions are alive and well than Capt. Jim Genthner,”

508-228-1017

The Courtyard, 16 Straight Wharf

AUNT LEAH has been making her award-winning homemade fudge for three decades on Nantucket. Her fudge has been voted “the best fudge in the world” year after year. Once you try her fudge, you’ll see why it is always rated the best! AUNT LEAH makes it daily in her shop, using the freshest and finest ingredients. She has more than 40 scrumptious flavors. Her most popular fudge flavor is chocolate peanut butter, which has a layer of rich peanut butter fudge on the bottom, topped with a layer of decadent chocolate fudge. AUNT LEAH also has her famous chocolate-covered cranberries. The cranberries come in both milk and dark chocolate or a mixture of both. Both the fudge and chocolate-covered cranberries make unique island wedding favors or gifts for special events. auntleahs.com

Island Fun & Shopping

Consignment & Thrift Shops

Commonwealth

508.680.1399

Visit us in the store and online! New Location at 16 Federal Street Fabulous Resale. Fresh Finds.

The Rainbow Fleet

508-680-1159

Open Monday-Saturday 10am to 5pm 167 Orange Street

Clothing, shoes, handbags, and accessories

Shop sustainably at THE RAINBOW FLEET, Nantucket’s year round women’s consignment boutique located mid-island near the rotary. We carefully select the best vintage, modern and designer pieces from over 450 island consignors, and steam-clean them into new life daily! From clothing, shoes, handbags, and accessories to one of a kind finds from local artists, you can find your own style in our relaxed atmosphere—complete with outdoor covered shopping, dressing rooms, and, yes, ample parking! We aim to provide sustainable and affordable fashion options for all… great for the planet and your wallet too! Follow us on Instagram @therainbowfleet therainbowfleetnantucket.com

Contests

ACK Happy CONTEST

Enter TODAY and you could win $100 gift card to Cisco Brewers Winner will be drawn July 25, 2025

YOU CAN WIN $100 gift card to spend at Cisco Brewers. Entering is easy:

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NANTUCKET PHOTO CONTEST

508-228-9165

Deadline is Sept. 12, 2025 - CASH PRIZES Box 626, Nantucket, MA 02554

See winners & entries online at Nantucket.net nantucket.net/photo-contest-entry ENTER EARLY & OFTEN! This annual photo contest is a popular way to share your photos of Nantucket with the world. Winners of previous contests are online at The Insider’s Guide to Nantucket: nantucket.net. The 2025 Contest has begun: DEADLINE TO ENTER IS SEPTEMBER 12, 2025. We accept copyright-free images of Nantucket present and past. Email your high resolution photo entries to ACKPhotoContest@gmail.com or mail us a CD or thumb drive with electronic images from your digital camera. Please make sure your digital images are highresolution. Visit Nantucket.net to see a great selection past entries and winners.

Copying, Mailboxes, Shipping

The UPS Store

508-325-8884

Open Monday - Saturday 61 Old South Road

Locally owned and operated

Nantucket’s UPS STORE is in spacious quarters at 61 Old South Road and offers a variety of products and services to make your life easier: personal mailboxes, mail forwarding, UPS shipping and receiving, overnight delivery, and more. THE UPS STORE offers a wide variety of copy and print services, including b&w and color copies, output from disks, wide format printing, laminating, collating, and a full range of finishing services. You can even go there for notary services, passport photos, and mail boxes. THE UPS STORE makes high quality, full color banners and posters! Plenty off-street parking. THE UPS STORE: let them help you!

Gifts

Hill’s

of Nantucket

Open Daily 10 am to 5 pm.

Unique & Original Nantucket Theme Gifts

It’s A Shore Thing

508-228-1353

40 Straight Wharf

Established in 1981, HILL’S combines the best of Nantucket for the art and gift seeker. G.S. Hill Gallery and Hill’s of Nantucket offer fine art by Greg Hill and wonderful speciality gifts designed by this husband-and-wife team. Nantucket theme prints, note cards by Hill are their main focus. American made; that hard-to-find gift is here waiting for you! Treat yourself to a unique gift gallery from HILL’S. gshill.com

508-680-1901

Open Daily 30B Main Street

Distinctive Nantucket Gifts

At IT’S A SHORE THING, we are proud to carry products made in New England. Come in and browse through our wide selection of gifts including lotion, soaps, jewelry, pottery, antiques, housewares, tote bags, art, and home decor. You can find unusual gifts at all prices in A SHORE THING that you’ll find nowhere else! shorethinggifts.com

Museum Shop at the Whaling Museum

508-228-1894, ext. 138

Open during museum hours: 10am-5pm in the Whaling Museum, 11 Broad Street NHA exclusives, gifts, apparel, books, home decor

The Nantucket Historical Association has been a steward of Nantucket’s cultural history since 1894. Don’t miss the MUSEUM SHOP at the Whaling Museum, where you will find unique gifts, books, prints, maps, and objects of art inspired by Nantucket history. Many items are exclusive to the MUSEUM SHOP, and NHA members get special discounts. 100% of all purchases support the Nantucket Historical Association and its mission to tell the inspiring stories of Nantucket through its collections, programs, and properties. nantucketmuseumshop.org

Health Care

Cottage Pharmacy

508-825-7300

Open daily 10 Vesper Lane

New community pharmacy servicing Nantucket Nantuckethospital.org/pharmacy NANTUCKET COTTAGE HOSPITAL continues to expand its services provided to the residents and visitors of Nantucket. Located just across the street from the hospital, this new pharmacy will provide patients with greater convenience and continuity of care while sustaining an important community resource. Nantucket Cottage Hospital’s new community pharmacy—the Cottage Pharmacy—is open to everyone in the community, not only patients of NCH.

Nantucket Cottage Hospital

508-825-8100

24-hr emergency services, hospital care, lab, rehab 57 Prospect St NANTUCKET COTTAGE HOSPITAL has been caring for our island community. In addition to excellent physicians and nursing staff, the hospital has a 24-hour Emergency Department, full laboratory, physical therapy, cardiac rehab, chemotherapy, surgical services, imaging services, maternity services, and much more. Through Mass General Brigham, NANTUCKET COTTAGE HOSPITAL offers high-quality virtual urgent care services for many conditions and minor injuries daily. Nantuckethospital.org

Home Decor

Icarus + Co

Jewelry and Home Decor

19 Old South Wharf

Discover unique sculptural jewelry by local artists. We interpret nature through wearable art, handmade in small batches using uncommon and precious materials – including our exclusive collection of Nantucket beach stone jewelry. Follow along on instagram for a behind the scenes look: @icarusandco + @nantucketbeachstones. icarusandco.com

It’s A Shore Thing

Open Daily

508-680-1901

30B Main Street

Distinctive Nantucket Gifts shorethinggifts.com

At IT’S A SHORE THING, we are proud to carry products made in New England. Come in and browse through our wide selection of quality items for your home, including pottery, antiques, housewares, serving plates & trays, pillows, art, decorative wall hangings, and much more. You can also find unusual gifts at all prices in A SHORE THING that you’ll find nowhere else!

Respoke

Respoke.com

Open for the 2025 season 41 Straight Wharf

Iconic designer scarves repurposed

RESPOKE repurposes iconic designer scarves into one-of-a-kind products featuring handcrafted Spanish made espadrilles. Experience a world of unique footwear, ready-to-wear, fine art, furniture, and accessories. Each piece carries more value and self-identity than its original form. Respoke was founded by best-selling author Michael Tonello, whose memoir, Bringing Home the Birkin, recounts the highlights of his years as a reseller of all things Hermes. Visit their Nantucket shop at 41 Straight Wharf and see what’s new for 2025! Respoke.com

Home Painting & More

Nantucket Pro Painters

Call for our services

Professional • Efficient • Reliable

508-680-4317

Call NANTUCKET PRO PAINTERS, INC for all your painting needs: interior and exterior, new construction, existing residential, and commercial. NANTUCKET PRO PAINTERS is the choice of builders and architects. In addition, we also do power washing, gutter cleaning, furniture spraying, and spray painting. Call us at 508-680-4317. www.nppainters.com

Island Fun & Shopping

Internet Guidebook

Insiders Guide to Nantucket

Beaches, Events, Museums, Biking, Classifieds, & More

Visit us online & follow us on Instagram @nantucket_insider

Visit Nantucket before & after you visit Nantucket!

The Love Shack by Lola

Open daily

Handcrafted sterling pendants, bracelets, jewelry, & more!

508-228-9165

Visit NANTUCKET.NET for a biking page, lighthouse page, festivals page, photo galleries, maps, parks & trails, and guides to lodging, dining, real estate, recreation, and much more! Our Calendar of Events is the most complete and is updated several times a week, year-round. Looking for a beach? Our Beach Listings have photos, videos, and info about all the best island beaches and where to find them. And our classifieds are ever-changing. Visit Nantucket before, during, and after you visit Nantucket by going to Nantucket.net and follow us on Instagram @nantucket_insider Nantucket.net

Island Apps

Call Nantucket

Your telephone book for Nantucket FREE download for IOS and Android Know who you want to call but need their phone number? Search by name on CALL NANTUCKET. Know what you want but not where to get it? Search by category on the up-to-date and locally produced CALL NANTUCKET app. This app is free to download and easy to use. Both white pages and yellow pages are included. callnantucket.com

Island Wildlife Refuge

Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

508-228-5646

Open Daily 9am to sunset. Permits Required. Visit Nantucket’s best beaches! Call ahead to check conditions:508-228-5646 #2 thetrustees.org/ccwr Visit the best beaches on the island at the Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge. The greater coastscape, which includes the federally owned Great Point Lighthouse and Nantucket Conservation Foundation land, is a double-fingered peninsula jutting northward between the Atlantic Ocean and Nantucket Sounds is so much more: a blend of sandy beach, rolling dunes, and forest uplands both rugged and serene. The refuge provides multiple habitats for an array of coastal plant and animal species, including heather and beach plum, a maritime oak forest & savannah of red cedar – the largest of its kind in New England – which offer shelter to deer. At the beachfront, watch for horseshoe crabs advancing in extremely slow motion, seals basking in the sun, and shorebirds skittering above the surf line. Over-sand vehicle permits are required: you can purchase them online at thetrustees.org/permits. Rental jeep day passes available at the rental site & day passes available for personal 4x4 vehicles.

Jewelry

Blue Beetle

774-325-5982

10 Old South Wharf

THE LOVE SHACK is welcoming back customers to their shop on Old South Wharf. AND your favorite items are also available online at lolacompany.com. LOLA™ designs and creates beautiful sterling jewelry with inspirational messages on the back marking important moments in peoples lives. With more than 30 pendant designs varying in size and gorgeous colors, creating your own look is endless and addicting. THE LOVE SHACK is home to our entire jewelry collection and is inspiration for our apparel, candles, hats, and more. Everything you need for your very own Love Shack! lolacompany.com

Nantucket Estate Jewelry and Fine Arts

508-228-0272

Open with New Selections for 2025 1 Orange Street Jewelry, Lightship Baskets, Art, Scrimshaw, & more

We feature fine estate jewelry in all price ranges - antique, vintage, and contemporary - including designers such as Tiffany, Cartier, Bulgari, Roberto Coin, and David Yurman. We also sell sterling silver jewelry and flatware and hollowware. We also carry a large assortment of Nantucket baskets and carved Nantucket purses, as well as a fine selection of antique scrimshaw. We stock an assortment of quality art work, including antique paintings, nautical items, maps, and island works by local artists. Follow us @Nantucket_Jewelry Nantucketestatejewelry.com

Nantucket Pearl Company

508-228-1353

Open Daily 10 am to 5 pm online & in the G.S. Hill Gallery, 40 Straight Wharf American made, hand-strung pearl jewelry

Authentic American-made jewelry from quality pearls at affordable prices. Jewelry designer Pam Freitus creates stunning one-of-a-kind jewelry from hand-selected pearls, stones, leather, crystals and glass. On some pieces, pearls are interspersed with turquoise and crystals or sapphire and diamond bling enhances the soft shimmer of the pearl’s whiteness. On others, the Ying & Yang of black and white is featured. Look for Pam’s signature: a small red bead that identifies the piece as hers. NANTUCKET PEARL COMPANY jewelry is available exclusively at Hill’s of Nantucket, 40 Straight Wharf. nantucketpearlcompany.com

Susan Lister Locke Gallery

508-228-2132 & 508-221-0531

Inspired and Creative Jewelry 28A Easy Street

Inspired by the ocean that surrounds her, be it in her Gallery on Nantucket or her winter home in Palm Beach Florida, Jewelry Designer, Susan Lister Locke creates highly sought after, unique jewelry using beautiful, and oftentimes rare, gemstones set in high karat gold & platinum. Her creations – from classic signet rings to one-of-a-kind necklaces – offer a fresh perspective on timeless jewelry, with the ultimate goal of always being highly wearable. Susan Lister Locke designs for all of life’s beautiful moments – the big and small, the ordinary and extraordinary. Follow @susanlisterlockejeweler susanlisterlocke.com

Library & Public Programs

Nantucket Atheneum

508-228-3227

Open Daily 12 Main Street

Jewelry & Gifts

Icarus + Co. 19 Old South Wharf

Jewelry and Home Decor

Jewelers’ Gallery of Nantucket

508-228-1110

Open year-round. Books, Programs for All Ages, Concerts, & More. 1 India Street Nantucket’s Free Public Library & Gathering Place nantucketatheneum.org

THE NANTUCKET ATHENEUM, our island’s public library is a vital community hub. We are open year-round and offer materials and services for all ages. More than 170,000 people come through our doors annually, where they have free access to 1.6 million books and a large collection of CDs, and DVDs. In addition, we offer many web-based services, a digital library, free computer use, WIFI, and more than 1,300 educational and cultural programs a year. Our historic building, which opened in 1847, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and filled with beautiful art and artifacts that celebrate our maritime heritage and the history of Nantucket.

Maritime Education & Events

Egan

Maritime Institute

508-228-2505

Maritime Education, History, Museum, Events & more eganmaritime.org

EGAN MARITIME INSTITUTE members enjoy many benefits: unlimited admission to the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, access to historic and educational programs, and unique opportunities to sail aboard the Tall Ship Lynx. Sea of Opportunities is one of their offerings: a diverse offering of education and outreach programs available to every Nantucket student at multiple points throughout their education. It seeds the maritime workforce of tomorrow and opens doors for local youth to opportunities that will enhance their futures and our coastal community.

508-228-0229

Open daily 21 Centre Street

Fine Antique & Estate Jewelry

JEWELERS’ GALLERY offers Nantucket’s largest collection of antique and estate jewelry, including pieces by Tiffany, Cartier, Webb, and more. Stop in to see our classic period pieces. We specialize in diamond, sapphire, and emerald engagement and anniversary rings. We also carry exquisite island classics, including the Turk’s Head braided bracelet, Nautical Cable Collections, gem-set Sailors’ Valentines, and handwoven gold lightship basket jewelry. Also featured at JEWELERS’ GALLERY is an outstanding collection of beautifully designed jewelry by leading American goldsmiths: Diana Kim England, Louis Reyes, Thomas Kruskal, and more. Each unique piece is skillfully crafted in platinum, 18K, or 14K gold and will be a treasured keepsake from historic Nantucket. JEWELERS’ GALLERY: serving Nantucket since 1971. jewelersgallery.com

Fairwinds

Mental Health Services

Call or text

508-228-2689

Emergencies: 508-221-3315 or 911 20 Vesper Lane, L-1 Gouin Village Nantucket’s Counseling Center

FAIRWINDS provides equal access to confidential, quality, professional care to all on Nantucket who seek mental health and addiction services, regardless of ability to pay. Contact us today at (508) 228-2689 to schedule an intake, or to get more information about any of our services. Same-day appointments are available. fairwindscenter.org

Island Fun & Shopping

Mortgages

Cape Cod 5

888-225-4636

Open Monday-Friday 112 Pleasant Street and Zero Main Street

We’ll make your dream come true!

CAPE COD FIVE will give you more than just a mortgage... they’ll help make your dream come true! Fixed Rate, Adjustable Rate, Jumbo Loans, Affordable Housing, Construction & Land Loans for first time home buyers. Our knowledgeable, experienced mortgage loan officers are available to help you. Call Beth Ann Meehan at 508-247-1709 or Lauren Ard at 508-247-1795 or visit our website at CapeCodFive.com capecodfive.com

Movies, Concerts, Celebrations

The Dreamland See Our Website for Films & Events Nantucket’s Film & Cultural Center 17 South Water Street Films, Concerts, Celebrations, & Events

THE NANTUCKET DREAMLAND is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the cultural and intellectual life of Nantucket by providing year-round films, educational programs, and a venue for community activities that engage Nantucket in the evolving world of entertainment and education. Films are shown in our 314-seat Main Theatre, in our 110-seat Studio Theatre, and seasonally at our Drive-In at 7 Nobadeer Farm Road. Tickets are available at NantucketDreamland.org. Become a member and get special access, special pricing, and even free tickets! Check our schedule for film showings, Dreamland Stage productions, special concerts & events in the DREAMLAND’s Harbor View Room. NantucketDreamland.org

Museums & Sites

Maria Mitchell Association

508-228-9198

Summer Programs for All Science center, aquarium, museums, & field trips

The Maria Mitchell Association (MMA) was founded in 1902 to preserve the legacy of Nantucket native astronomer, naturalist, librarian, and educator, Maria Mitchell who believed in “learning by doing.” The MMA operates 2 observatories, a natural science museum, an aquarium, and preserves the historic birthplace of Maria Mitchell. A wide variety of science and historyrelated programming is offered through the year for people of all ages. mariamitchell.org

Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum

508-228-1885

“Risk, Rescue, & Recognition: Nantucket’s Heroes of the Sea” drive or take a free shuttle to 158 Polpis Road Daily Family Activities, Museum Talks & Tours Discover Nantucket’s unwavering human spirit: The NANTUCKET SHIPWRECK & LIFESAVING MUSEUM is devoted to the history of Nantucket lifesaving, famous shipwrecks and rescues around the island, life-saving equipment, daily routine at life-saving stations, and the United States Coast Guard. Family-friendly programs & displays appeal to all ages. The Museum shares the fascinating stories through permanent and changing interpretive exhibits, drawing on a collection of over 5,000 objects including period surfboats, beach carts, Fresnel lenses from Brant Point & Great Point lights, vintage photographs, short movies and more. This summer, The Monaghan Gallery will showcase The US Coast Guard and Its Nantucket Missions of Rescue, Environmental Protection, and Maritime Law Enforcement. And the newly renovated boathouse will feature a new exhibit: Risk, Rescue, & Recognition: Nantucket’s Heroes of the Sea. Find many special events at: eganmaritime.org/shipwreck-lifesaving-museum. The Museum is an affiliate of the Egan Maritime Institute. eganmaritime.org

Nantucket Whaling Museum

508-228-1894

Admission $25; $23 seniors; $10 ages 6-17; under 6 free Island residents & NHA members admitted free 15 Broad Street Your portal to Nantucket history.

No trip to Nantucket is complete without a trip to the NANTUCKET WHALING MUSEUM . In this top-quality exhibition venue, visitors can see a 46-foot sperm whale skeleton, a restored 1847 candle factory, exquisite collections of scrimshaw, artwork, artifacts from centuries of Nantucket life, and a fully accessible rooftop observation deck with an unmatched panoramic view and cozy seating. Discover treasures from Nantucket’s cellars and attics in the newly redesigned, artifact-rich Hadwen & Barney Oil & Candle Factory. Don’t miss the film “Nantucket,” directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Ric Burns. Showcasing the island’s natural beauty and its significant role in global history, this 51-minute film is a feast for the eyes, offering a transformative experience for islanders and visitors alike. All this and more can be found at the Nantucket Whaling Museum. nha.org

NHA Sites

508-228-1894

Your portal to Nantucket history 15 Broad Street Historic Sites, Classes, Talks, & more

The Nantucket Historical Association preserves, interprets, and shares the diverse stories of Nantucket with all audiences through its collections, properties, programs, and research. In addition to the Nantucket Whaling Museum, the public is invited to visit THE OLDEST HOUSE, built in

1686 and believed to be the oldest residence on Nantucket still on its original site; THE OLD MILL, said to have been built in 1746, this is the only surviving mill of 5 that once stood overlooking Nantucket town; THE HADWEN HOUSE, a Greek Revival mansion built in 1846; GREATER LIGHT, a stunning and unique home that was built as a barn in 1790 and renovated & repurposed in the 1930s into a home that illustrates the era of Nantucket’s art colony days. Learn more about these sites and the others that the NHA keeps open for visitors at nha.org

Pet Accessories & Gifts

Cold Noses

508-228-3731

Nantucket’s Go-To Pet Paradise is open daily 119 Pleasant Street Tail-wagging Treasures & Pet Services with Love COLD NOSES serves all your pet needs on Nantucket! Your favorite island pet boutique offers a wide variety of toys, treats, accessories, and necessities for your pets. Exclusive signature Nantucket collars and leashes feature different iconic island designs, including lighthouses, lobsters, whales, shells, baskets, and anchors. We have lots of toys for your four-legged friends, and for humans who love pets, we have fun gifts and ornaments. Stop in if you forget a critical pet item, if you are looking for that distinctive pet-themed Nantucket keepsake or a special something for a pet or pet person. Our pet services tailored with love include: Dog Wash and Pet Equipment Rentals. nantucketpetstore.com

Shoes

Respoke

Open for the 2025 Season

Iconic designer scarves repurposed

Respoke.com

41 Straight Wharf

Special Events

Baskets, Bubbles, & Bourbon

June 27: tickets at nha.org

Annual Fundraiser & Garden Party

Join us for our annual summer fundraiser celebrating the rich tradition of Nantucket lightship baskets! This year, Baskets & Bubbly is now BASKETS, BUBBLES & BOURBON and will feature exciting new additions that honor both weavers & collectors. We will also have an exclusive showcase of distinguished basket collectors displaying their treasured pieces. This year, our highly anticipated auction features a curated selection of exceptional works from today’s most talented artisans—plus select collaborations with other skilled craftspeople. And that’s not all! Enjoy a bourbon tasting alongside our signature bubbles, craft cocktails, and light bites. Tickets on sale now at nha.org nha.org

DreamBIG 2025

See Our Website for Films & Events

Benefit for The Nantucket Dreamland held in the Sconset Casino Fundraiser on July 18 NantucketDreamland.org

THE DREAMLAND is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the cultural and intellectual life of Nantucket by providing year-round films, educational programs, and a venue for community activities that engage Nantucket in the evolving world of entertainment and education. The annual DREAMBIG fundraiser will be held on July 18, 2025 in the Siasconset Casino. Guests will enjoy an elegant dining experience, meaningful conversations, and a shared commitment to the arts. Sponsorship opportunities are now available, and ticket packages will be on sale soon—don’t miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary night!

Fairwinds in Bloom

508-228-2689

June 30 from 5 to 7 pm in the Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum

Benefit for Fairwinds - Nantucket’s Counseling Center fairwindscenter.org

FAIRWINDS in BLOOM: SUPPORTING BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TOGETHER is a special evening celebrating community, resilience, and wellness. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Nantucket’s Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, this event offers an opportunity to support accessible behavioral health services while enjoying a night of beauty and generosity. The evening will feature an exclusive silent auction, offering a thoughtfully curated selection of items and experiences. Each bid helps Fairwinds continue its lifesaving mission of providing essential mental health and substance use services to those in need. Delicious hors d’oeuvres & refreshing drinks will be served in the serene coastal beauty of the museum grounds—a place that honors courage, perseverance, and community, values that deeply align with Fairwinds’ work.

MMA Stargazer Gala

Thursday, July 24 at 6 pm

508-228-9198

Tickets on sale now! An incredible night under the stars

Saddle up for a Night at the MM Ranch and embark on a Wild West adventure—Nantucket style at the 2025 Stargazer Gala! Savor a fireside feast, sip on ranch water & smooth whiskey sours, and enjoy an evening of stargazing on the Nantucket frontier. Kick up your boots and dance the night away at our honky-tonk, featuring live music by country music sensation, the Ben Allen Band. Maria Mitchell Association’s annual Stargazer Gala is an exceptional evening, with all proceeds directly supporting their public programs and summer Internship Program.

Island Fun & Shopping

Secure your Table Packages and tickets today before this unforgettable adventure rides off into the sunset. This is one night you won’t want to miss! mariamitchell.org

Nantucket Dental Society

17th Annual Seminar: June 22-24, 2025

Thrift Shop

Hospital Thrift Shop

201-670-9076

Nantucket Dental Society offers one of the best continuing education programs in the world, with world-class speakers, cutting-edge topics and techniques. Our yearly seminar includes two morning lectures and multiple networking events on Nantucket Island. The connections you make and the knowledge you leave with will enhance the day to day techniques you use in your own dental practice and help to grow your business. Register online at nantucketdental.com

Rain: a Tribute to The Beatles

508-228-4305

Benefit on July 30, 2025 from 6-10 pm Tickets at theatrenantucket.org Nantucket’s Longest Running Professional Theatre COME TOGETHER with THEATRE WORKSHOP of Nantucket for the highlight of summer—the international sensation, RAIN, A Tribute to the BEATLES. Experience the “British invasion” as we party the night away under the tent at Bartlett Farm. Fabulous food & sushi will be served PLUS guests can participate in a curated auction featuring items that only TWN can deliver. WITH A LITTLE HELP FROM OUR FRIENDS, this benefit will be an unparalleled evening that celebrates the summer vibes and TWN’s 69th Season as the only professional theatre on Nantucket. theatrenantucket.org

Swim Across America

July 26 at Jetties Beach Relay Swim to Raise Funds to Fight Cancer SWIM ACROSS AMERICA began as a relay swim from Nantucket to Hyannis and has evolved into 16 open water swims and dozens of pool swims around the country. We are continuing the tradition of SAA on Nantucket with another swim this July 26, 2025! Join swimmers at a gorgeous venue for a day to remember this July and be a part of this landmark event this summer! Kids’ Splash, 1/4-mile, 1/2-mile, and 1-mile swim options, plus 2x2-mile relay and 4-mile swim options on Nantucket’s north shore. Register for OR donate to the Nantucket Open Water Swim at swimacrossamerica.org/nantucket

Weekend at the Library

July 17-19, 2025

Benefit For Nantucket’s Free Public Library & Gathering Place

508-228-1125

Open Mon., Wed., Fri 10-12:30 & 1-3:30, Tues. & Thurs. 1-3:30 & 5:30-8 pm, & Sat. 10-12:30 17 India Street

Clothing, housewares, furniture & more

In 1929, a small group of dedicated women volunteers established the Thrifty Shop, selling affordable, recycled men, women and children clothing, household items and furniture to benefit the Nantucket Cottage Hospital. Now incorporated as THE HOSPITAL THRIFT SHOP this store has donated millions to the NCH. Shopping hours in May are Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 10 am to 12:30 pm & 1-3:30 pm + Tuesday & Thursday 1-3:30 pm and 5:30 to 8 pm + Saturday 10 am to 12:30 pm. hospitalthriftshop.org

Seconds Shop

Open Daily 10-4, closed Wednesday

508-228-6677

Call about making donations 32 Sparks Avenue Proceeds benefit Fairwinds - Nantucket’s Counseling Center

Looking to expand your wardrobe on a budget or need some items for your home at affordable prices? SECONDS SHOP, open at 32 Sparks Ave (between On Island Gas and Cumberland Farms), is the perfect place to shop! Here you’ll find a great selection of gently used clothing, jewelry, house wares, small furnishings, books, and more. There’s an ever-changing variety, so visit often — you never know what treasures you may find. Donations of saleable items in good condition are accepted daily. And your shopping is helping a worthy island cause: proceeds benefit Fairwinds: Nantucket’s Counseling Center. Bring in the display ad in this publication for $5 off your purchase of $25 or more. secondsshop.org

Tours - Bus & Van

Barrett’s Tours

1-1/2 hr tour; departs daily at 10:30am, 1:30 pm, & 3:30 pm

508-228-0174

508-228-1110

1 India Street

Thursday, July 17-19, 2025, THE NANTUCKET ATHENEUM will host its new major fundraiser Weekend at the Library! – three days of fun for all ages in its historic library building and grounds at 1 India Street. This special weekend kicks off a First Look insiders’ view of treasures from the Atheneum vault. On Friday, enjoy welcome cocktails, then hear Thought Leader & MSNBC anchor Stephanie Ruhle in conversation with bestselling author Bill Cohan. A dinner & fireside chat follows. On Saturday, Singer Songwriter Allen Stone will perform two sets in the Atheneum’s Great Hall, followed by a summer garden party. Details & tickets at nantucketatheneum.org/weekend-at-the-library-2025/ nantucketatheneum.org Women + Wellness

July 21, 2025 from 5-7 pm

Private charters available departs from 25 Federal St BARRETT’S TOURS is the oldest tour company on Nantucket. With years of experience in the industry, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional service & unforgettable experiences. BARRETT’S offers 1-1/2 hour historic tours with experienced guides daily from 25 Federal Street (across from the Visitors Center) at 10:30 am, 1:30 pm, and 3:30 pm. Our team of professionals is committed to ensuring your comfort, safety, and satisfaction. Whether you’re exploring the historic scenic beauty of Nantucket, celebrating a special occasion, or planning your dream wedding, we have the perfect transportation solution for you. Trust Barrett’s Tours to make your travel experience truly remarkable. For more information and reservations, please call 508-228-0174. BarrettsTours.com

Gail’s Tours, Inc.

508-825-8250

Held in the Great Harbor Yacht Club Presented by Nantucket Cottage Hospital

Don’t miss the 8th annual NCH Women+Wellness event on Monday, July 21 at Great Harbor Yacht Club. This year, Nantucket Cottage Hospital welcomes as featured speakers Dr. Shadi Kourosh, MD, MPH and Suzanne Davis, RD, LDN, CDCES. As the founding director of MGH’s Skin of Color Program, Dr. Kourosh created a medical home and center for research for skin conditions disproportionately affecting people of color. Suzanne Davis is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, and Clinical Nutrition Manager at Nantucket Cottage Hospital. Doors open at 4:45 pm; the program starts at 5 pm, and a reception follows at 6 pm. Tickets are free, but necessary for seating—reserve your spot at nantuckethospital.org. Sponsorships are also available. nantuckethospital.org

Theatre

Theatre Workshop of Nantucket

THE COTTAGE on stage through June 21

508-228-4305

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET opens July 9 Tickets at theatrenantucket.org Nantucket’s Longest Running Professional Theatre

THEATRE WORKSHOP of Nantucket has been the island’s live theatre company since 1956. Through June 21, you can enjoy side-splitting fun with THE COTTAGE, a brand new, hilarious romp fresh from Broadway. It’s an outrageous tale of sex, betrayal, and desire in a surprising and hilarious web of unraveling secrets. Opening July 9, Million Dollar Quartet will blow the roof off Theatre Workshop in the most electrifying, toe-tapping, heart-pounding musical event of the season! Get your tickets today at theatrenantucket.org. TWN: Where Nantucket Meets Broadway! theatrenantucket.org

508-257-6557

Departures at approx. 10 am, 1 pm, & 3 pm Call for reservations & pickup Pickup at 25 Federal St, across from Information Bureau Personal scenic Island tours: voted “Best of Nantucket”

GAIL’S TOURS, tours of Nantucket guided by native islander Gail Johnson who has been giving tours for more than 25 years, gives you a look at the Island with a personal touch. Gail leads tours in her 14-passenger van with comfortable individual seats, AC, huge windows, and leg room! She’ll pick you up at 25 Federal Street approximately 10 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm every day. The tour lasts 1-3/4 hours to 2 hours, and passengers are welcome at any time during Gail’s tour to get out to take photos. Private charters are available. Call for reservations: if Gail is on a tour, she’ll call you back.

Nantucket Island Tours

3 Great Tours - Don’t miss our NEW Elin Hilderbrand Blue Book Tour

508-228-0334

42 Straight Wharf Nantucket’s Premiere Transportation Company

NANTUCKET ISLAND TOURS is the largest provider of tours, charters, & transportation services on-island. For more than 70 years, Nantucket Island Tours offers daily tours May-October, corporate charters, wedding & event transportation. Air-conditioned buses & experienced local guides. We offer multiple tours daily May-October: the new Elin Hilderbrand’s Blue Book Tour a 2-hour tour on Wed., Thurs., & Sun. featuring iconic island spots in Hilderbrand’s novels, led by Elin’s sister ~ the 75-minute Signature Tour which departs 3 x a day ~ the longer 2-1/2-hour Westender Tour offered Mon.-Thurs. Learn the history of our diverse island, from the founders, the Whaling Days through the present. See the Oldest House, The Old Mill, The African American Meeting House, ‘Sconset Village, Sankaty Lighthouse, The Shipwreck Museum...and many more beautiful sights. Departures are from Straight Wharf. Buy tickets in advance at nantucketbustours.com, with your HyLine ferry ticket or in-person at 42 Straight Wharf. Tours sell out daily: advance reservations recommended. nantucketbustours.com

Tours - Over-Sand Vehicles

Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

Visit Nantucket’s best beaches!

Call ahead to check conditions:508-228-5646 #2

Open Daily 9am to sunset. Permits Required.

508-228-5646

Visit the best beaches on the island at the Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge. The greater

coastscape, which includes the federally owned Great Point Lighthouse and Nantucket Conservation Foundation land, is a double-fingered peninsula jutting northward between the Atlantic Ocean and Nantucket Sounds is so much more: a blend of sandy beach, rolling dunes, and forest uplands both rugged and serene. The refuge provides multiple habitats for an array of coastal plant and animal species, including heather and beach plum, a maritime oak forest & savannah of red cedar – the largest of its kind in New England – which offer shelter to deer. At the beachfront, watch for horseshoe crabs advancing in extremely slow motion, seals basking in the sun, and shorebirds skittering above the surf line. Over-sand vehicle permits are required: you can purchase them online at thetrustees.org/permits. Rental jeep day passes available at the rental site & day passes available for personal 4x4 vehicles. thetrustees.org/ccwr

Tours - Walking

Guided Walking Tours with NHA

508-228-1894

Tours at 10:45 am & 1:30 pm Mon.-Sat. from Whaling Museum, 15 Broad St. Take a walk with the Nantucket Historical Association. Explore the ambiance of Nantucket’s cobbled streets and architecture with NHA guides trained in Nantucket history on the Downtown Tour at 10:45 am and at 1:30 pm. Tours begin at the Nantucket Whaling Museum Monday-Saturday from June 2-Sept. 30, rain or shine. Tickets: $25 adults, $5 for ages 6 to 17; under 6 free. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. Walking tours are offered daily. nha.org

Nantucket Walkabout

see website for hikes & times

Book online & pickup at Handlebar Cafe, 15 Washington St

Daily Guided Wilderness Hikes on Nantucket

508-422-7466

Explore Nantucket’s wilderness with “Walking Nantucket” and “Nantucket: A Natural History” author and naturalist Peter Brace, and learn how the last glacier formed the island. Experience wildlife and rare plants. Learn about Nantucket’s conservation efforts, ecology, and the Native Americans that lived here. Rated 5 out of 5 on Trip Advisor. Adults $65-80; children ages 13 & younger $30. Private hikes available. Apple Pay, Android Pay, MC, Visa, Amex, & Discover accepted. Get details & make reservations at nantucketwalkabout.com or 508-422-7466. nantucketwalkabout.com

Nantucket Walking Tours

774-325-8972

Ghost Walks, morning exercise walks + afternoon tours. Call for Private Tours

See calendar for times & where to meet Explore Nantucket: No reservations necessary The ORIGINAL NANTUCKET GHOST WALK is the most popular walking tour ever on Nantucket. A fascinating evening stroll to five of the island’s most haunted locations, led by the original guide. See Calendar of Events for date & times & descriptions. Meet the guide 10 min. early at the corner of Main & Centre sts, near the bank steps. Discounts for groups of 10 or more. Cash only. No reservations necessary. Private tours are available for all walks. It’s a great way to see and enjoy springtime on Nantucket. whjamieson@gmail.com

Transportation Boat

Hy-Line

508-228-3949

Travel daily; see schedule for times Make your reservations online Straight Wharf High-Speed, Passenger-Only, Ferry Service from Hyannis Year-round, High-Speed Ferry Service between Nantucket and Hyannis. Seasonal, High-Speed Inter-Island Ferry Service between Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard. With our convenient, daily departures all summer, let us whisk you away to the Cape, Nantucket, and Martha’s Vineyard! While onboard, enjoy freshly-made food from our snack bar also featuring local beer, wine, and spirits. Visit us online for schedules, reservations, helpful blog posts, and more! hylinecruises.com

Steamship Authority

Reservations: steamshipauthority.com

Dining Guide

Bakeries

Nantucket Bake Shop

Mon. from 6:30 am to 1 pm & Tues-Sat from 6:30 am to 3 pm 17-1/2 Old South Road

cup of Green Mountain coffee. We bake decorated cakes, fresh fruit tortes, cheesecake, chocolate velvets, and pastries. Everyday favorites include cookies, fruit squares, turnovers, fudge squares, pies, cupcakes, & more! Our traditional baked goods are preservative free and hand batched on Nantucket Island. Most of our cookies and our granola are gluten free. Take our Portuguese bread home so your friends can enjoy a bit of old Nantucket. For mail order, visit our website. Nantucketbakeshop.com

Brewers

Cisco Brewers

508-228-0262

1 Steamboat Wharf

508-228-2797

The delicious freshly baked treats & bread you love + Gluten-Free goodies! Interested in enjoying an authentic bit of Nantucket? You still can in the NANTUCKET BAKE SHOP. Here you’ll find genuine Portuguese bread & rolls. Be tempted by our world-famous almond macaroons and Magees. For breakfast, try our egg sandwiches, fresh donuts, native cranberry & blueberry muffins, scones, flaky croissants, & danish accompanied by a steaming

508-325-5929

Open 7 Days a Week 5 Bartlett Farm Road

Home of Cisco Brewers, Nantucket Vineyard, and 888

CISCO BREWERS is Nantucket’s first & only craft brewery and prides itself on celebrating a deep-rooted New England island heritage through its portfolio of approachable, sessionable, and coastally-inspired beers. Founded near Cisco Beach in 1995 by hard-working, entrepreneurial islanders, CISCO BREWERS has gained a cult-like following across the Northeast. Visit its open-air beer garden while on Nantucket to enjoy a laid-back, good times atmosphere, live music, and a refreshing pint or two or a craft cocktail made with our own 888. Private tours may be arranged in advance. Table seating is first-come, first-served — reservations are not accepted. Family & dog-friendly. ciscobrewers.com

Light Food & Take-Out

45 Surfside Bakery & Cafe

Breakfast & lunch daily

Take out or eat in our dining room or outdoor patio

774-333-3981

45 Surfside Road

Enjoy award-winning pastry chef/owner Rebecca Moesinger’s delicious pastries, hearty breakfasts, and tasty lunches at 45 SURFSIDE BAKERY & CAFE. You can enjoy breakfast & lunch daily from 6:30am until 2pm in their air-conditioned dining room or on their outdoor patio. In addition to burritos, breakfast sandwiches, salads, and hot & cold subs and wraps, they serve bubbly delights and refreshing smoothies. Order online from the QR code in our ad. 45 SURFSIDE BAKERY & CAFÉ is located along Surfside Road on your way to the beach. We have plenty of parking and are a few steps from an NRTA bus stop.

Bartlett’s Farm

Open Daily, Year Round

Farm Grown Produce | Garden Center | Groceries | Beer & Wine

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner To Go

45Surfside.com

508-228-9403

33 Bartlett Farm Road

A 7th generation family farm growing fresh vegetables on 200 acres of historic Nantucket farm land. Find our full service grocery store onsite with specialty items like quality meats, artisanal cheeses and dairy, olive oils, organic snacks, and more. Order groceries and made to order foods online at Bartlettsfarm.com. Peruse our selection of ‘well-farmed’ wines, craft beers and ciders. Our FARM KITCHEN offers take-out breakfast sandwiches, muffins, pastries, coffee and tea…for lunch we have sandwiches, lobster rolls, clam chowder...and delicious dinner specials. Grab lunch on your way to the beach, or food and beverages for your BBQ on the way home. Bartlett’s Farm, Who’s Your Farmer? bartlettsfarm.com

Cook’s Cafe

508-228-8810

Open Daily for Takeout 6 South Beach Street

Healthy Take Out — Wraps & Smoothies

COOK’S CAFE is the way to eat healthy while you’re on Nantucket. Start your day right with one of their breakfast wraps, a toasted bagel, and a cup of freshly brewed coffee or a refreshing breakfast smoothie. Their Mermaid Magic Smoothie is a great way to start your day! For lunch or later, order one of COOK’S hearty wraps—there are more than 15 to choose from in two sizes, and they also have vegan specialties! All wraps are affordably priced. Go international with the “Bangkok Chicken Wrap,” the “Tokyo Curry Wrap,” the “Napoleon,” or try one of their tasty Bowls. They also have some classics: Italian, Turkey, Tuna Salad, Buffalo Chicken, and more! COOK’s smoothies make a terrific afternoon snack. You can call in or order online at cookscafenantucket.com cookscafenantucket.com

Crosswinds Restaurant & Bar

508-228-6005

Open daily 6 am to 9 pm all year 14 Airport Road at the Nantucket Airport

Biggest portions & great food at the best prices; Free & Easy Parking

The Faregrounds

508-228-4095

Lunch & Dinner Tues-Sat. 11:30 am to 9pm; Bar open later 27 Fairgrounds Road

Indoor & Outside Dining Delicious & affordable. Gift Cards available

One of Nantucket’s favorite restaurants, THE FAREGROUNDS is serving its regular menus with daily specials. Try their tasty Off-Shore Nibbles, their amazing BBQ Pulled Pork Nachos, one of their char-grilled specialty burgers, or indulge in some of their sensational seafood dishes! They have hearty hot and cold sandwiches and salads, and their pizzas are a favorite with patrons! There’s plenty of parking; major credit cards accepted. Visit thefaregrounds.com to see the menus and call FAREGROUNDS at 508-228-4095 to order your takeout. Call ahead to reserve one of their outdoor dining tables! thefaregrounds.com

Dining Guide

Nantucket Bake Shop

Mon. from 6:30 am to 1 pm & Tues-Sat from 6:30 am to 3 pm 17-1/2 Old South Road

508-228-2797

The delicious freshly baked treats & bread you love + Gluten-Free goodies! Interested in enjoying an authentic bit of Nantucket? You still can in the NANTUCKET BAKE SHOP. Here you’ll find genuine Portuguese bread & rolls. For breakfast, try our egg sandwiches, fresh donuts, native cranberry & blueberry muffins, scones, flaky croissants, & danish accompanied by a steaming cup of Green Mountain coffee. Everyday favorites include cookies, fruit squares, turnovers, fudge squares, pies, cupcakes, & more! How about an all white meat chicken pie or fresh spinach quiche for a quick supper? Take our Portuguese bread home so your friends can enjoy a bit of old Nantucket. For mail order, visit our website. Nantucketbakeshop.com

Siam to Go

508-228-SIAM (7426)

Open Monday-Friday from 4 to 8 pm at The Hive, 5 Amelia Drive Thai Cuisine made with fresh ingredients at reasonable prices SIAM TO GO offers an appealing selection of authentic Thai cuisine that is light, fresh, and traditional. The menu includes Thai curries, noodle and rice dishes, and house specialties, offered with a choice of chicken, beef, pork, shrimp, fried tofu, or vegetables. The Create Your Own Curry section of the menu allows you to pair a protein with any of their delicious curries. The entree section of the menu is especially tempting, with dishes like General Tso’s Chicken, Drunken Noodles, and Orange Chicken. While the menu is extensive, every dish is prepared well and fresh to order, so order online to enjoy a taste of Thailand that you can enjoy at home, on the boat, at the beach...anywhere on Nantucket. siamtogonantucket.com

Sushi Sean 11:11

774-485-2078

Brunch 11 am to 2 pm & Dinner from 5pm 130 Pleasant Street Japanese Inspired Sushi Bar, Cocktails Call for take-out orders • SushiSean1111.com Nestled in Nantucket's Mid-Island, SUSHI SEAN 11:11 SUSHI BAR redefines modern Japanese cuisine. We offer an exciting twist on sushi with innovative rolls and fresh sashimi. Savor our sensational Japanese flavors and our patron favorites. Experience a vibrant culinary journey where traditional flavors meet contemporary flair. Call 774-485-2078 to order TAKE-OUT of fresh sushi and Japanese flavors. We're easy to reach in mid-island, with parking. Ask about our catering services for your summer gatherings!

Live Entertainment

The Brotherhood of Thieves

774-325-5812

Open 7 days a week 11:30 am to midnight 23 Broad Street Good food. Good drinks. Good company.

Whether you are a first-time or returning visitor to Nantucket, THE BROTHERHOOD OF THIEVES, 23 Broad Street, must be on your To Do List! This landmark island eatery, offers 4 concepts to enjoy—a downstairs pub echoing a 1840s Whaling tavern, a second floor Cisco Kitchen & Bar with a surf shack vibe and live music, the Notch Whiskey Bar, and a Beer Garden on their patio— all in the heart of downtown Nantucket. Upstairs in their Cisco Surf Bar, they have live music most nights. brotherhoodnantucket.com

Cisco Brewers

Open 7 Days a Week

508-325-5929

5 Bartlett Farm Road

Live Entertainment Is Back - check website for schedule ciscobrewers.com

order foods online at Bartlettsfarm.com. Peruse our selection of ‘well-farmed’ wines, craft beers and ciders. Our Farm kitchen offers take-out breakfast sandwiches, muffins, pastries, coffee and tea…for lunch we have sandwiches, lobster rolls, clam chowder...and delicious dinner specials. Grab lunch on your way to the beach, or food and beverages for your BBQ on the way home. Bartlett’s Farm, Who’s Your Farmer? bartlettsfarm.com

Restaurants

The Brotherhood of Thieves

774-325-5812

Open 7 days a week 11:30 am to midnight 23 Broad Street Good food. Good drinks. Good company. Whether you are a first-time or returning visitor to Nantucket, THE BROTHERHOOD OF THIEVES, 23 Broad Street, must be on your To Do List! This landmark island eatery, offers 4 concepts to enjoy—a downstairs pub echoing a 1840s Whaling tavern, a second floor Cisco Kitchen & Bar with a surf shack vibe and live music, the Notch Whiskey Bar, and a Beer Garden on their patio— all in the heart of downtown Nantucket. THE BROTHERHOOD’s different menus feature fresh salads, sushi, hot & cold appetizers, nachos, hearty burgers & sandwiches, their famous curly fries, and entrees featuring fish, chicken, and steak. To accompany your meal, THE BROTHERHOOD serves Cisco & other craft beers on draft, wines by the glass & by the bottle, and more than a dozen signature cocktails. brotherhoodnantucket.com

The Chanticleer

508-257-4499

Lunch & Dinner Tuesday-Sunday 9 New Street, Siasconset Reservations available on resy.com or 508.257.4499

Originally opened as a small tea house at the turn of the century, THE CHANTICLEER is now one of the premier restaurants on Nantucket. One of the most romantic destinations on-island, you may linger here over an intimate lunch in the Rose Garden or come together with family and friends for a convivial dinner in one of our personal dining rooms: al fresco on warm evenings. The lush gardens produce organic herbs, flowers, berries, and seasonal vegetables for the kitchen. An extensive wine list features some of the finest wines in the world. Reservations are available on resy.com or by calling 508-257-4499 chanticleernantucket.com

Crosswinds Restaurant & Bar

508-228-6005

Open daily 6 am to 9 pm all year 14 Airport Road at the Nantucket Airport

Biggest portions & great food at the best prices; Free & Easy Parking

“Fly into CROSSWINDS...where huge portions & delicious daily specials will keep your pockets full and your spirits soaring!” Join us at the Nantucket Memorial Airport, home of the classic “Wings” television series. We have something for everyone on our fun & diverse menu which spans breakfast (6 am-1:30 pm), lunch, and dinner with extensive beer, wine, and cocktail selections. Bring the kiddies with you—we also have a complete children’s menu. Whether you’re waiting for a plane or just want to relax with a tasty and filling meal at a great price, Crosswinds is the place to go. Our friendly, courteous staff will give you a casually elegant dining experience at Crosswinds. CrosswindsNantucket.com

The Faregrounds

508-228-4095

Lunch & Dinner Tues-Sat. 11:30 am to 9pm; Bar open later 27 Fairgrounds Road

Indoor & Outside Dining Delicious & affordable. Gift Cards available

FAREGROUNDS is one of Nantucket’s favorite year round restaurants (and we are sports fanatics, with 15 HDTVs)! Choose between the Pudley’s Pub, the cool ocean breeze while you enjoy outdoor dining, and the quiet of FAREGROUNDS dining room! Our affordable fare is complemented by daily specials. We are THE perfect place to satisfy everyone in your party! FAREGROUNDS is the right place to reunite with friends, enjoy a beer and cheer on your team; or gather the family and savor a great meal while enjoying those who matter. thefaregrounds.com

Rose & Crown

508-228-2595

Open daily from 11:30 am 23 South Water Street

Indoor & Outdoor Dining ~ Takeout Available

508-228-2595

CISCO BREWERS is Nantucket’s first & only craft brewery and prides itself on celebrating a deeprooted New England island heritage through its portfolio of approachable, sessionable, and coastally-inspired beers. Founded near Cisco Beach in 1995 by hard-working, entrepreneurial islanders, CISCO BREWERS has gained a cult-like following across the Northeast. Visit its openair beer garden while on Nantucket to enjoy a laid-back, good times atmosphere, live music, and a refreshing pint or two or a craft cocktail made with our own 888. Private tours may be arranged in advance. Table seating is first-come, first-served — reservations are not accepted. Rose & Crown

THE ROSE & CROWN is a perennial favorite of islanders and visitors. Stop by for one of the largest draft Craft Beer selections on the island and our scratch made Eclectic Pub Fare. We offer everything you could desire, including nachos and wings, sandwiches and our famous burgers, lobster rolls, local seafood, and mouth watering steaks, plus gluten-free and vegetarian options. Always family friendly with a children’s menu. Eat indoors or at our sidewalk tables. And you can order online for takeout. Check theroseandcrown.com for current hours, menus, & daily specials. theroseandcrown.com

Sushi Sean 11:11

Theroseandcrown.com

Open daily from 11:30 am 23 South Water Street Come for the Food, Stay for the Fun!

THE ROSE & CROWN is a favorite among locals and visitors. We are Nantucket’s only Downtown Nightclub. Whether it’s live local music, guided paint nights, house DJs, big screens for games, or our notorious karaoke competitions, we have your entertainment needs covered. In-season, we have entertainment 7 days a week, with early and late-night options, so everyone has a chance to enjoy the fun. Check our website for off-season entertainment listings.

Markets

Bartlett’s Farm

Open Daily, Year Round

774-485-2078

Brunch 11 am to 2 pm & Dinner from 5pm 130 Pleasant Street

Japanese Inspired Sushi Bar, Cocktails

Nestled in Nantucket’s Mid-Island, SUSHI SEAN 11:11 SUSHI BAR redefines modern Japanese cuisine. We offer an exciting twist on sushi with innovative rolls, fresh sashimi, and specialty cocktails. Experience a vibrant culinary journey where traditional flavors meet contemporary flair in a chic, inviting atmosphere. SushiSean1111.com

Vineyard

508-228-9403

Bartlett Farm Road

Farm Grown Produce | Garden Center | Groceries | Beer & Wine Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner To Go

Nantucket Vineyard

508-325-5929

Open daily 5 Bartlett Farm Road

Fine Nantucket wines ciscobrewers.com

Stop by to taste our delicious wines. Located next to Cisco Brewers and Triple Eight Distillery. Ask about our wine dinners and events. Call for more information or to book a tour.

Events & Entertainment

Events are updated daily, year-round at Nantucket.net from page 13

8 AM - Smith’s Point Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Nantucket’s westernmost sand extremity is a great hike to see nesting piping plovers, least terns and American oystercatchers during the summer and catch a glimpse of Tuckernuck Island. Book at 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com

8:30 AM - Marine Ecology Field Trip for Age 8+

Help to collect, identify, and release fish, crabs, shrimp, and other interesting marine creatures. $35 register at mariamitchell.org

9 AM - Ravenous Reptiles with Maria Mitchell Assn. for Age 4+

9 AM - Feeding Frenzy at MMA Aquarium

Help feed the ever-hungry creatures at the aquarium before it opens & learn about the marine mammals. Registration required at mariamitchell.org

9:30 AM - Finger Painting Madness! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 2-6

Your little ones will enjoy a fun-filled messy class as they explore the art of painting creating as many works of art as their hearts desire. $58: register at Barnabysworld.com.

10 AM - The Luna Walk (A.K.A. “Fabulous Mansions”)

A 3-mi, 75-min non-stop exercise walk with historic commentary that follows in the footsteps of Luna (Nantucket’s most physically fit dog) thru Lily Pond Park, past the Oldest House, and past fabulous mansions of The Cliff & Brant Point. Arrive 9:50 AM at Federal & India sts. by the Atheneum fence. $25 cash only. No reservations necessary 774-325-8972

10 to 11 AM - Crafts in the Courtyard: Ladybug Hats + Live Ladybug release Make adorable ladybug hats & learn fun facts about these helpful little insects. After crafting, help release real ladybugs into the garden. Fun for all ages adults should help young kids. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. NantucketAtheneum.org

10 AM - Gail’s Tours of Nantucket

Daily in-depth van tour of Nantucket with 7th generation native as your guide. Intown pickup. To reserve a seat, call 508-257-6557. Tours again at 1 & 3 pm

10:30 AM to 1 PM - Nantucket By Water Oyster Tours

Tour a working Oyster Farm and learn what goes into growing the perfect Nantucket Oyster. Call 508-228-7037 or book at nantucketbywater.com

10:45 - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

11 AM - Rainbow Unicorn Fairy Houses! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 4+

This class focuses on designing & creating all miniature elements to build a special house using mixed media, recycled, & raw materials. Creative play, discovery, and exploration! $58: register at Barnabysworld.com.

11 AM to 12 PM - Book Signing with Elin Hilderbrand

Meet the author of The Blue Book and many other novels at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street. The first 120 in line at Mitchell’s will get a ticket: you can start lining up at 10am. No pre-purchase is required. Only books purchased at Nantucket Book Partners can be signed.

11 AM to 2 PM - Drop-In Craft Gam with No Instruction

Bring any project you are working on to this open session & work in the company of other creative people to share knowledge & learn from others. This weekly session is open to all levels. No instruction is provided but basic tools are available for use. 1800 House, 4 Mill Street. Decorative Arts: nha.org

11:15 AM - Island Tours Signature Tour: Historic Tour of Nantucket

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

11:45 AM - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

12 to 3 PM - Nantucket Film Festival: Teen Views for Grades 8 to 11

A free week-long screenwriting workshop during the Nantucket Film Festival with

NYU professor Bill Gullo. Film screenings, writing sessions, free lunch, & create a short script to be performed in a live table read: no experience needed! Space is limited: registration required at NantucketAtheneum.org

2 PM - Bug Bonanza with Maria Mitchell Assn. Scientists

Find out what insects & small creatures live in Nantucket grasses, flowers, & trees. Meet at Mill Hill Park: $20 registration recommended at mariamitchell.org

3 to 5 PM - Island Tours Elin Hilderbrand Blue Book Tour

4 PM - Paint & Decoupage Seashells! with Barnaby’s Nantucket Fun class for kids at Barnaby’s! $58: register at Barnabysworld.com.

4 to 5 PM - Behind the Scenes at the Research Library

Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at ephemera from across the NHA collections. Research Library, 7 Fair Street. Sign up ag nha.org

4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Buckle & Shake at Cisco Brewers

Head to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road & enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

5:30 to 7 PM - Teen Trivia for Teens 13+

Join the Atheneum for an evening of trivia at the library, just for teens! Bring a friend or come alone and test your knowledge. Snacks will be provided. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

5:30 to 7 PM - Foghorn Speaker Series: Fishing for Food & Money

Join moderator Tobias Glidden & fisherman Carl Sjolund for a panel exploring the history of Nantucket’s fishing and aquaculture industry from family traditions to modern shellfish farming and charter fishing. Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Road. EganMaritime.org

5:30 to 8:30 PM - Free Game Night (with Mag-ACK the Gathering)

A night of board games, card games, & Mag-ACK The Gathering. All levels welcome. Adults & age 13+ .Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. NantucketAtheneum.org

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

6:30 to 8:30 PM - Free Atheneum Knitting Group

The Atheneum Knitters Group is a fun, relaxed place to share your projects with like-minded people or learn new techniques. Attendees will be required to wear a mask at all times. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

6:45 PM - Shawkemo Hills Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Shawkemo Hills offers a hiking experience through a portion of the island dramatically shaped by the last glacier to cover most of N. America. See & learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, the Haulover, Nantucket Harbor and inner harbor shores. Book at WalkNantucket.com

7 to 8:30 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

7:30 to 8:30 PM - Free Women’s Support Group

Join a supportive space for women to connect, share, and grow together. Build confidence, celebrate resilience, & empower one another in a welcoming, inclusive environment. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route

A 3/4-mile stroll in the historic district to 5 of the most haunted spots. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 7-12. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps. 774-325-8972

9:30 to 10:30 PM - Stargazing at Loines Observatory

THURSDAY, JUNE 26

8 AM - Gardner Farm-Lost Farm Loop Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

This 2.5 mile hike explores plant succession on globally threatened habitat know as sandplain grasslands. These former vegetable farms are now dominated by pitch pines, but their groves & small forests are broken up by meadows of wildflowers. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com

9 AM - Feeding Frenzy at MMA Aquarium

Help feed the ever-hungry creatures at the aquarium before it opens & learn about the marine mammals. Registration required at mariamitchell.org

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Events & Entertainment

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9 AM - Ravenous Reptiles with Maria Mitchell Assn. for Age 4+

9 AM - Nantucket Film Festival Morning Coffee with...

Start your day with coffee & conversation with NFF writers, directors, & actors in the garden at 29 Centre Street and enjoy these iconic conversations. coffee, tea, and pastries. Tickets at nantucketfilmfestival.org

9 AM - Guided Tour of Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

9:30 AM - Sensory Sandbox Under the Sea at Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 2-6

During this 45-min. class, children explore & strengthen fine motor skills, sensory development, creativity, & independent play! They’ll make Kinetic Sand in Sandboxes & play with objects they’ve painted & created! $58: register at Barnabysworld.com.

9:45 to 10:30 AM - Dance Party in the Garden

Join us in the garden for songs & singing games. Bring a blanket to sit on when you’re not dancing. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. NantucketAtheneum.org

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com.

Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street and America’s Oldest Windmill

10 to 11 AM - Nantucket by Water Whaling History Tour

Learn what life was like in the late 1800’s during the Whaling Era, and see some

remaining historic landmarks. Call 508-228-7037 or at nantucketbywater.com

10 to 11:30 AM - En Plein Air Class with Nikoline Bohr

Step outside & immerse yourself in natural beauty during an outdoor painting & drawing class designed to help you capture the island's stunning landscapes in vibrant color. This class teaches techniques of plein air painting—creating art directly from nature. $40: register at mariamitchell.org

10 AM to 1 PM - Drop-in Transcription Time

Drop in to help the NHA with transcription. Whether you’re just starting or continuing a project, join fellow volunteers in a social setting. A research associate will be available to assist. Current projects include 19th-century letters, Obed Macy’s journals, and whaling log books. At the Research Library, 7 Fair Street. nha.org

10 AM - AAN’s Summer Small Works Exhibit Opens

Visit the Artists Association of Nantucket’s Big Gallery, upstairs at 12 Straight Wharf, to view their Summer Small Works show, on display through July 13.

10:30 AM - Barrett’s Tours

Historic tours offered daily departing from 25 Federal St., across from the Visitors Centre. Reservations: 508-228-0174. Offered again at 1:30 & 3:30 pm

10:45 - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

11 AM - Minecraft Madness with Barnaby’s Nantucket

This new Barnaby’s class is sure to be a hit! In the spirit of A Minecraft Movie, children create & paint wooden swords, sculpt a Chicken Jockey, and make Dynamite Sticks! $58: register at Barnabysworld.com.

11:15 AM - Island Tours Signature Tour: Historic Tour of Nantucket

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

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11:45 AM - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

12 to 3 PM - Nantucket Film Festival: Teen Views for Grades 8 to 11

A free week-long screenwriting workshop during the Nantucket Film Festival with NYU professor Bill Gullo. Film screenings, writing sessions, free lunch, & create a short script to be performed in a live table read: no experience needed! Space is limited: registration required at NantucketAtheneum.org

1 to 3 PM - Nantucket Decorative Arts Class: 1/2” Woven Cuff Bracelet

The woven cuff bracelet is a simple way to dip your toes into the world of Nantucket basket weaving. Register at nha.org

3 to 4:30 PM - Free Children’s Chess Club for Grades 2 to 6

All skill levels are welcome to learn the basics or challenge friends to a game. Hosted by Teen Advisory Board volunteers. Bring your own board or use one of ours. No registration required. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

3 to 5 PM - Island Tours Elin Hilderbrand Blue Book Tour

3:30 PM - Deep Dive: The Back Room with Andy Ostroy & Alex Gibney

Join us for a live taping of The Back Room with Andy Ostroy and special guest Alex Gibney, Oscar-winning documentarian behind Enron, Going Clear, and the upcoming Musk. Register at nantucketfilmfestival.org

4 PM - Slime Sundaes! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for all ages

Fun afternoon activity for kids at Barnaby’s $58: register at Barnabysworld.com.

4 to 6 PM - Annye’s Book Club

Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

5 to 7 PM - Opening Reception at AAN’s Federal Gallery

A reception for AAN’s Real and Unreal exhibition featuring large photography & abstract artworks from our Artist Members. Light bites + refreshments to be served.

8 Federal Street. Exhibit on display till July 7.

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

6 PM - TGIT for Kids with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 5+

Thank God It’s Thursday! At Barnaby’s, we give parents a night out & entertain your kids. Your kids will make 2 different art projects from slime, creating wood art, beading, painting, clay, & more! Snacks, pizza, + drinks included! $58: register at BarnabysWorld.com.

6 to 7 PM - ELL Beginner & Intermediate English Class

For those seeking to learn basic conversation or improve English skills. Class is conducted in English; preregistration not required. For details: 508-228-1110 x113. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

6 to 8 PM - Live Music with Jacob Butler

Live Music at The Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street.

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

7 to 8:30 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

7:30 PM - NFF Late Night Storytelling

Film Fest’s Late Night Storytelling returns with fresh tales inspired by the theme Dirty Thirty. From wild misadventures to hard-won wisdom, expect laughs, surprises and plenty of dirty secrets. Open bar. nantucketfilmfestival.org

8:30 PM - Night at the Aquarium

Discover what your favorite fishy friends do when the sun falls below the horizon & the moon fills the sky. Learn about animal nocturnal superpowers like enhanced night vision or sleeping with half their brain awake! $20 mariamitchell.org