Yesterday's Island/Today's Nantucket, Vol. 55, Issue #8, July 10 - 16, 2025 by Yesterday's Island Today's Nantucket

photo courtesy Bartlett’s Farm

photo by Steve Tornovish

photo by Sarah T. Bois

photo by Suzanne Daub

“Sand and Sea’ oil on linen, 36”x 60”

Pendants P Gold

Funniest Weekend on Nantucket

The annual Nantucket Comedy Festival brings top comedic talent to Nantucket for three days of laughter on July 10, 11, and 12.

The 2025 festival opens at the Dreamland Theater on Thursday at 7 pm with a beloved tradition: an evening spotlighting incredibly funny female comedians. This year’s Women’s Night of Comedy features nationally headliners Ariel Elias, Gina Brillon, and Mia Jackson. This hilarious event is a high-energy start to the festival every year.

As a major fundraiser for Stand Up & Learn™ (SUL)—a year-round educational program that teaches kids life skills through comedy—the festival is proud to highlight young performers. On Friday, July 11 at 4 pm, the talented SUL Kids take over the brand-new Nantucket Performing Arts Center stage for a free, family-friendly show showcasing the comedic skills they’ve developed.

Later that evening, at 6 pm in the Dreamland, Nantucket Comedy Festival stars hail from north of the border, bringing the sharp wit and perspective that make Canadian comedians beloved around the world. This wildly funny evening will shine a spotlight on the humor that makes Canada uniquely funny. O Canada! Comedy is a fresh addition to the Fest with an all-star lineup including Aaron Berg, Ian Bagg, and Ophira Eisenberg.

The laughs keep going at the Friday Night After Party at Cisco Brewers from 8 to 10 pm. Mingle with comedians, hear outrageous behind-the-scenes stories from the road, and enjoy bonus performances from festival favorites and a few surprise guests.

On Saturday night, July 12 at 7 PM, it’s the comedy showdown of the summer as top comedians from Boston and New York go head-to-head during SmACKdown, the final event of the 2025 Nantucket Comedy Festival. Emceed by hometown comedian Brian Glowacki, the punches will be kept funny and (mostly) above the belt as these two legendary cities battle for bragging rights. The lineup includes Drew Dunn, Jon Fisch, and Juston McKinney batting for Boston against Big Apple comedians Brian Scott McFadden, Paul Ollinger, and Ted Alexandro.

Nantucket Comedy Festival shows sell out every year, so buy your tickets to the shows and the after party now at NantucketComedy.com/attend. And sign up for the NCF Newsletter to be the first to know about NCF events and activities, comedians, Stand Up and Learn shows.

Nantucket by Design Public Pop-Ups

Nantucket by Design, an annual event presented by the Nantucket Historical Association, celebrates Nantucket's design heritage, intertwining modern style with island history through talks, panels, master classes, and social gatherings.

This year, the five-day experience includes free pop-up events at various historic properties, along with special events also open to the public hosted by Nantucket by Design partners.

Three very special NHA Decorative Arts Demonstrations are being hosted by Nantucket by Design partner Eleish Van Breems Home at their waterfront location, 14 Easy Street. Stop by at 2 pm on Tuesday, July 15, for a demonstration of the art of basket weaving, a Nantucket tradition that weaves together history, art, and iconic island style. On July 16 at 2 pm, all are welcomed to a textile demonstration of traditional hand-blocked fabric. And at 2 pm on July 17, NHA Decorative Arts team will demonstrate the art of the shell in Sailors Valentines.

From July 14 to 17, day-long events will be held at three historic NHA properties. At the Hadwen House, 96 Main Street, relax in style with Handy & Dalliare and enjoy lite bites with Island Kitchen—two of Nantucket’s icons of event style and leaders in entertainment—along with Tillett Textiles.

At the NHA’s beautiful Greater Light, 8 Howard Street, from 10 am to 5 pm July 15 to 18, an exploration of luxury handcrafts will be held where guests can shop beautiful finds from heritage brands and local artisans. In addition, four engaging workshops will be offered by Alpha Kilo, presented with Joe Waroquier HOME, as they launch their inaugural Work/Shop Nantucket. To RSVP for the workshops, visit alphakilo.com/workshop.

At the NHA’s 1800 House at 4 Mill Street, visitors can step into Porte + Hall’s elevated collection of indoor and outdoor mats, with a selection of Pennoyer Newman planters and home decor from Nina Liddle Design, in a lush garden setting. For more details on these open events and on the Nantucket by Design experience, visit NantucketbyDesign.com. You might even find a last-minute ticket or two to some of the sensational panels being presented during the 2025 event.

Generations of Farming Island Fresh Flavors

by Alicia Wolfram

For many Nantucketers, summer doesn’t officially start until that first bite of Bartlett’s sweet corn, so fresh you can eat it raw—and if you ask the Bartlett family, that’s exactly how they prefer it.

Corn season is just around the corner, with Bartlett’s signature sweet corn expected to be ready for harvest by midJuly: one of the busiest times of year on Nantucket’s oldest and largest farm.

“The freshness, the sweetness, it’s unmatchable,” said Keegan Bartlett, Sales and Promotions Manager at the farm.

Head grower and sixth generation farmer Dave Bartlett, who has worked on the farm since he was six, credits the corn’s especially sweet flavor to Nantucket’s unique geographic position and coastal climate. “All of our produce has a distinct flavor, as opposed to anything that you're going to buy at a supermarket or from off island,” he explained, “We're sitting 30 miles out to sea and with the fog and the salt air … it just picks up that sweeter taste.”

Sweet corn isn’t the only thing growing at Bartlett’s. Tomatoes begin ripening in late May and last through September, alongside cut flowers, peppers, melons, and other summer staples that round out the season and stock the shelves inside the farm’s market.

Bartlett’s Farm has been a proud, family-run operation for seven generations, dating back to the early 1800s, when William Bartlett first settled on Nantucket.

What began as a modest subsistence farm has blossomed into Bartlett’s Ocean View Farm, an island institution since its incorporation in 1843. Today, it remains a pillar of the Nantucket community, providing fresh, locally-grown produce and using sustainable farming practices that honor its rich heritage.

Bartlett’s is also leading the way in organic and sustainable agriculture. It’s currently the only farm on Nantucket with certified organic and GAP (Good Agricultural Practices) certified fields and is in the process of transitioning the rest of its acreage—a project Dave has helped lead.

Although not yet 100% certified organic due to the complexity and cost of the process, Bartlett’s prioritizes organic and regenerative methods across its entire operation.

“It doesn't matter if we're producing it conventionally or organically. We have 60, 70 years of institutional knowledge and have been growing on our land for the last 180 years,” said Dave. “So we take care of our soils, we take care of our environment, and, for us, that's sustainable.”

Bartlett’s environmental values extend beyond the soil. The farm’s commitment to renewable energy began in the early 1980s when it first partnered with a wind energy company to explore turbine development on the farm. Although federal tax cuts halted the project, the idea stuck. Today, the seven acres of solar panels on the farm’s property offset 100% of the farm’s energy needs while avoiding the emission of 2,100 tons of carbon dioxide per year, according to the farm’s website. Excess power gets sent back to the grid.

The farm’s approach blends generations of passed-down knowledge with modern science and up-to-date agricultural research, said Keegan.

Beyond farming, Bartlett’s is woven into island life. From churches and schools to the farm truck on Main Street, the farm has long been part of the island’s social and economic fabric. “To have local suppliers, local vendors, local people that you get to see at the football game on Friday—I think that's really important,” said Keegan.

Callaghan Bartlett, Marketing and Promotions Assistant and a seventh gen-

Bartletts in the 1930s Photo courtesy Bartlett’s Farm

Nantucket Events & Entertainment

THURSDAY, JULY 10

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 - 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 to 11 AM - Nantucket by Water Whaling History Tour

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

10 AM to 1 PM - Drop-in Transcription Time with Nantucket Historical Assn.

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, & whaling log books. At the Research Library, 7 Fair Street. nha.org

10 AM to 5:30 PM - Ruchi New York Trunk Show

The Susan Lister Locke Gallery, on the waterfront at 28 Easy Street, is presenting a trunk show of heirloom quality, exquisitely handmade luxury jewelry by Ruchi New York. Its aesthetic is defined by colorful gemstones & diamonds set in artistic designs. SusanListerLocke.com ~ 508-228-2132.

10 AM to 5:30 PM - Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color

Celebrate the creative legacy of Lucille Jordan at a first-ever showing of her watercolors through July 15. In the Susan Lister Locke Gallery, 28 Easy Street. Benefits The Children’s House. susanlisterlocke.com

10:15 AM to 4:30 PM - Hands-On Craft: Oldest House Kitchen Garden

Family programming in the Discovery Center: Learn how people preserved & cooked their food in the 17th century. Using dried beans & seeds, create a work of art in clay. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. nha.org

10:30 - 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 AM - 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 - 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.

11 AM to 12 Noon - Free Haitian-Afro Dance Class

Learn in an open class format with Nantucket Dance Festival dancers in the Nantucket High School gymnasium. nantucketdancefestival.org

11:15 AM - The Signature Tour: a Traditional Historic Tour of Nantucket

Join friendly & knowledgeable guides for a 75-min. tour of historic sites in Nantucket Town, Sconset, & more. See The Oldest House, The Windmill, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head Lighthouse & more. Tours daily at 11:15, 1, & 2:45. Tickets $45. Book at 42 Straight Wharf, at nantucketbustours.com or at 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.

12:15 to 1:15 PM - Free Jazz Contemporary Dance Class

Learn in an open class format with Nantucket Dance Festival dancers in the Nantucket High School gymnasium. nantucketdancefestival.org

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 508-422-7466 or WalkNantucket.com

Going Out after Togs

by Steve “Tuna” Tornovish

Not to divulge big secrets, but when I’m not taking people out beach fishing, I spend some time working with my buddy Mike Ramos. Mike is a master plumber. He often needs a hand while turning on / closing down houses for the seasons. I have a blast working with Mike, playing the role of “plumber’s monkey.” And a real fine monkey I am, if I do say so myself!

Back in late April of this year I was actively engaged in monkey business when I received a call from our buddy Josh Sandsbury. Josh, also a master plumber, had decided that the beautiful and unseasonably warm April day was the perfect day for cutting out of work a bit early to do some tautog fishing. Josh said, “I’m at the Children’s Beach dock with the Whaler ready to launch. I’ve got all the fishing gear. Where are you?” Well, at that moment, I was in the second floor master bathroom of a house that was built back when wigs and wooden teeth were in vogue, putting a toilet back together. Yeah, fishing sounded like a good idea, but I had to finish the job. We agreed that Josh would head out to the end of the Jetties and hit me back up if he was having any luck.

I was intrigued by the idea of catching tautog. They weren’t a species that was frequently targeted by Nantucket anglers, and I had never caught one. That had to change. I also knew that my friend Dr. Frank O’Conner was absolutely obsessed with tog fishing. Frank had spent many years in Newport while in the Navy, and the rocky areas of the Narragansett Bay and Newport harbor were perfect territory for chasing after these tasty blackfish. When you need answers, you ask smart friends, right? Dr. O’Conner did not disappoint:

“Tautog are caught wherever there is structure like rocks, jetties, piers, and wrecks. The usual bait is green crabs, as the tog feed on crabs with a thick jaw and primitive teeth. From a boat, you anchor unless you have an electric motor with GPS that can keep you in the same spot. The tautog nibble with a subtle bite, and you need to let them bite a little before setting the hook. The big boys will often bite once and pretty much set the hook. Tog are muscular and compact fish that will take you into the rocks when hooked. Lots of broken lines if you’re not quick enough or if you tangle in the structure. Fishing is pretty much done by bouncing a heavy jig with bait attached off the bottom. I use a double hook with a weight in the middle, but it’s also common to use a colored weighted single hook. Green crabs are the best bait. I pull the front claws off of the crab and cut the crab body in half. You can fish a whole crab but you won’t get as many bites. However, whole crabs tend to land bigger fish.”

Josh and I had been discussing the possibility of tautog fishing for a couple of weeks. Josh had set some traps in the hope of catching some green crabs. He was marginally successful but did not catch enough for a full fishing trip. We reached out to guys that had experience around the island. Kevin Ramos told us that he did well with heavy gauge tautog jigs baited with shrimp. Nantucket Tackle had the jigs and Stop and Shop had the shrimp. Josh and I figured we were in business!

This entire tautog fishing adventure had a significant plumbing connection. Josh and I had first heard about tautog being around Nantucket from Tyler O’Brien when Tyler was helping us out at Plumber’s Supply. Tyler had caught some off of the docks in the early spring. And Kevin Ramos is a Nantucket firefighter and also a plumber. So it seemed quite natural that Josh would steal me away from the wild world of plumbing to go chase tautog.

“Steven,” (yeah, Josh is the only person out there who calls me Steven) “are you done with that house yet? I’ve caught three tog already, and two are keepers! I’ll swing back and pick you up at the dock. Grab another bag of shrimp.”

That was all the motivation I needed. Mike and I finished double-checking that the house was in good order. He agreed to drop me off in town. We tried to talk Mike into fishing but he had a previous engagement scheduled. He was kind enough to lend me his sweatshirt (thanks, Mike), and I bombed into the downtown supermarket, bought a two-pound bag of frozen shrimp and hiked over to Old North Wharf. Josh was there, as promised. I hopped into his 17-foot Boston Whaler and we headed for the Jetties.

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Secrets of the Ditch

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

The Madaket Ditch...it doesn’t have a very sexy name, but it is one of the most fascinating and vital parts of the western end of our island. For something so essential to the water quality of Long Pond, it is an often-missed feature of the landscape. Most islanders and visitors have never even seen it.

This is actually a story of landscape legacy effects, how alterations to the land can still be seen 350 years later. It starts with two groups of people altering the landscape to sustain themselves. And what was human-created centuries ago is now part of the island’s cultural heritage.

The Madaket Ditch is a human-created tidal creek that runs east-west, connecting Long Pond on the east side to Hither Creek on the western end. The Ditch is about a mile long and is mostly straight, though there are a few hitches and meanders along the way.

Fishing for herring

Photo courtesy NHA

50,000 More for the 50th Anniversary

Nantucket is famous for its millions of gorgeous daffodils that bloom across our island from late March through May and for the Nantucket Daffodil Festival held year during the last weekend in April to celebrate the arrival of spring.

Now through August, the Nantucket Garden Club is holding a raffle to raise funds to plant 50,000 more daffodil bulbs this autumn for the festival’s 50th anniversary in 2026. Club members are working with the Town of Nantucket to find appropriate locations for the mass plantings.

According to club member Mary Malavase, one of our island’s daffodil experts and a daffodil show judge here and at other shows around the country, this new planting will continue and stay true to Jean MacAusland’s vision. MacAusland started the Nantucket Daffodil Festival in 1974, to beautify our island and give Nantucket a spring boost. Then president of the Nantucket Garden Club, and a seasonal resident of the island since 1951, MacAusland chose daffodils because “they have long life and because deer and rabbits don’t eat them...It took her a few years to plant her goal of a million bulbs,” Malavase reminisced.

Because daffodils require a period of cold temperatures (a chilling period) to trigger their flowering cycle, the bulbs purchased from this Nantucket Garden Club Planting Fund will be put in the ground in November to bloom next spring. Raffle tickets are just $10 each, and the prize is a beautiful 18" x 15" framed original oil painted by island artist G. S. Hill. The winning raffle ticket will be drawn on August 20, 2025. Raffle tickets are for sale now (cash or local check only) at the G.S Hill Gallery, 40 Straight Wharf.

Events & Entertainment

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1:30 to 2:30 PM - Free Krump Dance Class

Learn in an open class format with Nantucket Dance Festival dancers in the Nantucket High School gymnasium. nantucketdancefestival.org

2 to 3 PM - Read to a Buddy with R.E.A.D. Dogs for Ages 6-12

Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D) are certified therapy dogs trained to be good listeners. This is a fun, relaxed, nonjudgmental way to become more confident & enjoy reading. Registration required at NantucketAtheneum.org.

2:45 to 3:45 PM - Free Cool Down/Injury Prevention Class

Learn to cool down properly and prevent injury from Nantucket Dance Festival dancers in the Nantucket High School gymnasium. nantucketdancefestival.org

3 to 4 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

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 PM - A Night for Swifties

An unforgettable night as powerhouse singers & musicians bring every era of Taylor Swift’s biggest hits to life in this energetic tribute concert. Tickets at NantucketPerformingArts.org ~ Nantucket Performing Arts Center, 5 N Water St.

4 PM - Painting Pottery & Working with Clay! with Barnaby’s Nantucket Kids explore sculpting techniques & paint their own ceramic pieces: bowls, summer ornaments, & more hands-on treasures. $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Autumn Drive at Cisco Brewers

Head the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road and 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 PM - TGIT for Kids with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 5+

Thank God It’s Thursday! Parents get a night out while we entertain your kids, who will make 2 different projects: slime, creating wood art, beading, painting, or clay, & more! Snacks, pizza, + drinks incl. $58: register at BarnabysWorld.com.

6 to 8 PM - Free Social Dance Night

Join the Nantucket Dance Festival & NISDA for a free community event with dance lessons, live music, local food trucks to buy treats, and meadow vibes all in a fun, alcohol-free setting. 23 Wauwinet Rd.

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 - Million Dollar Quartet presented by Theatre Workshop

Re-live the legendary night that Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, & Carl Perkins jammed at Sun Records. A show packed with rock ‘n’ roll hits performed live, Million Dollar Quartet is a high-energy musical celebration. Buy your tickets at TheatreNantucket.org

7:30 PM - A Night for Swifties

10 to 11:59 PM - Live Music with Local Notes

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

FRIDAY, JULY 11

8 AM - Shawkemo Hills Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Hike part 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, & inner harbor shores. Book at WalkNantucket.com

9 AM - Guided Tour of Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

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

9:30 to 10:30 AM - Unicorn or Dinosaur Habitats. With Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 3+ This class offers endless creativity allowing your child to choose from a variety of materials to plan and design a special home and environment for their Unicorn! $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 - 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 to 11:30 AM - Free Guided Nature Walks at LLNF - Bountiful Berries

Join Dr. Bois for a guided walk along the Linda Loring Nature Foundation’s scenic trails, exploring sandplain grasslands, coastal heathlands, and views of Long Pond. Linda Loring Nature Foundation, 110 Eel Point Rd.

10 AM to 5:30 PM - Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color

10 AM to 5:30 PM - Ruchi New York Trunk Show

The Susan Lister Locke Gallery, on the waterfront at 28 Easy Street, is presenting a trunk show of heirloom quality, exquisitely handmade luxury jewelry by Ruchi New York. SusanListerLocke.com ~ 508-228-2132.

10:15 to 10:45 AM - Hands-On-History featuring Magic Mark

Enjoy a 30-min. show with Magic Mark at the Whaling Museum’s Discovery Center, with music, comedy, & sleight of hand, followed by a fun hands-on craft. Included with museum admission. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. nha.org

10:30 - 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 - Friday Fundays

Weekly arts and crafts for children of all ages. Free, family-friendly events and activities, all season long. Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way.

10:30 AM to 12 PM - Book Signing with Casey Sherman

Meet the author of Blood in the Water at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street.

10:30 AM to 1:30 PM - Friday Fun Days

Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way.

10:45 AM - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

11 AM - Painting Pottery & Working with Clay! with Barnaby’s Nantucket

Kids will explore sculpting techniques and paint their own ceramic pieces, making bowls, summer ornaments, and more hands-on treasures. $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

11:15 AM - The Signature Tour: a Traditional Historic Tour of Nantucket

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

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. Get a closer look at Nantucket Harbor from an inner harbor coastal bank. Book at WalkNantucket.com

4 PM - Minecraft Madness with Barnaby’s Nantucket

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.

4 to 7 PM - Mor Wine Weekly Wine Tasting

Find your next favorite bottle or try something new! Enjoy a sip while you browse Commonwealth’s fabulous resale collection. Mor Wine, 16 Federal Street.

4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Autumn Drive at Cisco Brewers

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

5 to 7 PM - Group Show #1 Exhibition Reception

Join the AAN for an opening reception with some light bites and refreshments and view curated work by Artist Members Susan Coyne, Rose Gonnella, Greg Hill, Illya Kagan, Katie Trinkle Legge, Jan Purdy Metcalf, and Julija Mostykanova. Federal Gallery, 8 Federal Street. NantucketArts.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.

5:30 to 6:30 PM - Free Lecture: Botany Talk “Hint’s of Nantucket in North Carolina”

Explore the rich plant life of the Atlantic coastal plain with botanist Peter Grima, as he connects southern habitats to Nantucket’s unique flora. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

5:30 to 8 PM - Night at the Museum

Step back in time at the debut of Hard Times to Boom Times - Nantucket’s Waterfront Enjoy themed cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and the presentation of the Caldwell Her-

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itage Award honoring contributions to Nantucket’s maritime legacy. Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Road. 508-228-2505 EganMaritime.org

6 PM - A Night for Swifties

6 to 8 PM - Downtown Art Show Opening Reception

Opening reception in Robert Foster Fine Art at 8 India Street, for a show featuring whimsical works by Deborah Vanderwolk and by Clara Urbahn. Show continues through July 23. Opening reception sponsored by Lion and Unicorn Auction House, Bonnie Roseman, specialist. Celebrating their 15th year: RobertFosterFineArt.com

6 to 8 PM - Teen Game Night

Teens and tweens are invited to play a selection of Nintendo Switch games like Just Dance and Mario Party and 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.

6:30 PM - Nantucket Dance Festival Dress Rehearsal

Catch a preview of the Saturday night performance during the open dress rehearsal. Mary P. Walker Auditorium, 10 Surfside Road. Nantucket Dance Fest event

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

7 to 9:15 PM - Million Dollar Quartet presented by Theatre Workshop

7:30 to 9:30 PM - LGBTQ+ Group

An unstructured, supportive environment for anyone identifying as LGBTQ+ to come together for mutual support and to build community. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

8 to 10 PM - Live Music with Sean Lee

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

8:30 PM - A Night for Swifties

10 PM - Friday Night Karaoke

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

SATURDAY, JULY 12

8 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 at Ladies Beach by the entrance to Bartlett Farm.

9 AM - Guided Tour of Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

9:30 AM - Finger Painting with Barnaby’s Nantucket

Little ones love 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.

9:30 AM to 4 PM - Grab & Go Bag: Kaleidoscope

See the world a whole new way with this homemade kaleidoscope! Learn about how kaleidoscopes uses mirrors to create such beautiful patterns. While supplies last. 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 - 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 to 11 AM - Read to a Buddy with R.E.A.D. Dogs for Ages 6-12

10 AM to 5 PM - Art Show Featuring Deborah Vanderwolk & Clara Urbahn

See stunning and whimsical works by island artists Deborah Vanderwolk & Clara Urbahn in Robert Foster Fine Art at 8 India Street, celebrating it’s 15th year. Show continues through July 23.

10 AM to 5:30 PM - Ruchi New York Trunk Show

10 AM to 5:30 PM - Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color

10:30 - 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 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, and creative activities in Russian. It’s a fun opportunity for families to connect and learn together! Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

10:30 AM to 12 PM - Book Signing with Lois Cahall

Meet the author of The Many Lives and Loves of Hazel Lavery at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street.

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 Departs again at 1:00 PM

10:45 AM - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

11 AM - Patches x Bags + Beading! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 5+ ÔªøThis trendy, new Barnaby’s class is all the rage! 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.

11 to 11:45 AM - Nature Storytime for Ages 3+

Spark your child’s curiosity with a story, a live animal introduction, & a hands-on activity. Held at the MMA Natural Science Museum, 7 Milk Street. Pre-register at mariamitchell.org; walk-ins welcome if space allows. mariamitchell.org

11:15 AM - The Signature Tour: a Traditional Historic Tour of Nantucket

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

12 to 3 PM - Live Music by Jameson Tank at Cisco Brewers

Live music at Cisco! Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road for a pint or two and 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. Hike is close to Cisco Beach & Cisco Brewery. Book at 508-422-7466 or WalkNantucket.com

4 PM - 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.Your house will stay clean while we take care of the mess! $58: register at Barnabysworld.com.

4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Angelus Hall at Cisco Brewers

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

5 to 7:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Lynx

See an amazing sunset onboard a piece of history! Nantucket’s longest and most affordable Sunset sailing. Highly recommended by anyone who has sailed on Lynx TallShipLynx.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 - TGIS for Kids! with Barnaby’s Nantucket - Ages 5+

Thank goodness it’s Saturday! Parents get a night out while we entertain your kids, who will make 2 different projects: slime, creating wood art, beading, painting, or clay, & more! Snacks, pizza, + drinks incl. $58: register at BarnabysWorld.com.

6 PM - Nantucket Dance Festival Beneﬁt Performance

Our final performance caps off an incredible week of dance! This show will focus on the variety and breadth of what dance has to offer, featuring many of today's outstanding choreographers, live musicians, and dancers while also showcasing the island youth! Mary P. Walker Auditorium, 10 Surfside Road. Tickets on sale at nantucketdancefestival.org A Nantucket Dance Fest event

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.

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by Kit Noble

Million Dollar Quartet on TWN Stage

Get ready to shake, rattle, and roll as Theatre Workshop of Nantucket presents the electrifying musical Million Dollar Quartet, running through August 23. This powerhouse production brings to life one of the most legendary jam sessions in rock ‘n’ roll history.

Set on a memorable day in 1956, it tells the true story of a once-in-a-lifetime meeting between Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins at Sun Records in Memphis. What started as a chance encounter became a night that changed music history.

This is not just a jukebox musical: it’s a living, breathing concert. The actors are phenomenal musicians, and they’re playing every note live. It's like witnessing the birth of rock ‘n’ roll right in front of your eyes—no backing tracks, no trick, just raw, undeniable talent and a whole lot of rock ‘n’ roll.

Don’t miss your chance to experience this unforgettable musical event. Tickets are on sale now at theatrenantucket.org.

Sports Fishing on the “Herbert T” Slip 14, Straight Wharf, Nantucket, Ma. Day Time: 508-228-6655 Evenings: 508-257-4176 We Provide:

• An experienced certified captain

• All tackle, equipment and bait

• Lessons, if needed

• Your catch, cleaned, packaged and ready to take home.

Four Trips Daily - 7am, 10am, 1pm and 4pm.

Fully Licensed - Fully Insured

$150 per person (2 person minimum) FishNantucket.net

Private Charters Available $650 - up to 6 persons

The Lynx is where history and tradi on meet today’s world, an adventure for all genera ons of friends and family. Nantucket's Tall Ship Lynx, a na onal treasure here in our harbor. Sail with us and

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Events & Entertainment

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

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. Book at WalkNantucket.com

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

7 to 9:15 PM - Million Dollar Quartet presented by Theatre Workshop

7:30 PM - What the Constitution Means to Me presented by NPAC Playwright Heidi Schreck’s boundary-breaking play is a hilarious, hopeful, & achingly human show culminating in a live debate to be judged by the audience: should we keep our centuries-old constitution, or start fresh? Nantucket Performing Arts Center, 5 North Water Street. Tickets at nantucketperformingarts.org

8 to 10 PM - Live Music with Sean Lee

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

10 PM - Karaoke at The Rose & Crown

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

SUNDAY, JULY 13

STORY WALK: THE NIGHT GARDENER

Read The Night Gardener by Terry & Eric Fan during July in the Nantucket Atheneum Garden, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

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. Book at 508-422-7466 or WalkNantucket.com

9 AM - Guided Tour of Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

A rare chance to see gorgeous, 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

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 - 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 - Fairy House Wonderlands! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 5+

This class will focus on designing & creating miniature elements that come together to build a child’s very own special, little world using mixed media, recycled, and raw materials. $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

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 book at nantucketbywater.com

10 AM to 5:30 PM - Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color

10:30 - 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 to 12 PM - Book Signing with Julie Gerstenblatt

Meet the author of Daughters of Nantucket at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main St.

11:15 AM - The Signature Tour: a Traditional Historic Tour of Nantucket

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

1 to 2:30 PM - Live Music by Flipturn at Cisco Brewers

Head to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com $25 Cover.

1 to 3:30 PM - Day Sail Aboard the Lynx

Enjoy a lovely day on the water standing on a piece of history! Nantucket’s longest hourly and most affordable sailing event you can do. Highly recommended by anyone who has sailed on Lynx. TallShipLynx.org

2 PM - Lost Farm Sanctuary Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

The area is within Nantucket’s oldest outwash plain of sandplain grasslands and contains pitch pine forests and a cattail-choked inlet over which a small walkway passes. Hike is close to Cisco Beach and Cisco Brewery. Book: WalkNantucket.com

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

3 to 6 PM - Live Music by Angelus Hall 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 PM - What the Constitution Means to Me presented by NPAC Playwright Heidi Schreck’s boundary-breaking play is a hilarious, hopeful, & achingly human show culminating in a live debate to be judged by the audience: should we keep our centuries-old constitution, or start fresh? Nantucket Performing Arts Center, 5 North Water Street. Tickets at nantucketperformingarts.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 - 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, and maybe take a dip in the ocean if you’re game. Book at WalkNantucket.com

6 PM - Children’s Beach Bandstand Concert: Lost on Nantucket Live concert at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way.

6 to 8 PM - Live Music with Julia Newman

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

MONDAY, JULY 14

STORY WALK: THE NIGHT GARDENER

Read The Night Gardener by Terry & Eric Fan during July in the Nantucket Atheneum Garden, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

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

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

This new barnaby’s class celebrates imagination, creativity, and all things Princess! Your child will decorate a crown and make a special 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 - Mondays with Magic Mark

Join us at Children’s Beach this summer for free, family-friendly events and activities, all season long. No registration required. Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way.

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 5 PM - Art Show Featuring Deborah Vanderwolk & Clara Urbahn

See stunning and whimsical works by island artists Deborah Vanderwolk & Clara Urbahn in Robert Foster Fine Art at 8 India Street, celebrating it’s 15th year. Show continues through July 23.

10 AM to 5:30 PM - Nicholas Varney Trunk Show

The Susan Lister Locke Gallery, on the waterfront at 28 Easy Street, is presenting a trunk show of this world-renowned jeweler’s exquisite designs and latest collections. SusanListerLocke.com ~ 508-228-2132.

10:15 AM to 4:30 PM - Hands-On-History: Mindful History - Portraits

Join us this summer for hands-on family programming at the Whaling Museum Discovery Center. Practice “See, Think, Feel” to explore historical portraits in a new way. Craft: Watercolor Portraits. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. nha.org

10:30 - 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 AM - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

Events & Entertainment

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AM - Slime Sundaes! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for all Ages

Get ready for mess-filled fun as your child creates “Slime Sundaes” with sprinkles, glitter, charms, gummy bears, and more! Plus, they’ll learn the science behind slimewhile we handle the cleanup $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 AM to 3 PM - Nantucket by Design NHA Free Pop-Up Events

Learn more at these pop-ups for the NHA’s 2025 Nantucket by Design from July 1417: Tillett Textiles & Handy & Dallaire Events at Hadwen House, 96 Main Street; Porte + Hall & Pennoyer Newman at 1800 House, 4 Mill Street.

11:15 AM - The Signature Tour: a Traditional 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 - Shawkemo Hills Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Hike part 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, & inner harbor shores. Book at WalkNantucket.com

3 to 4 PM - Finding Your Common Thread in the Design Industry

Featuring: Jonathan Savage, Vani Sayeed & Beth Webb and moderated by: Michael Diaz-Griffith, Design Leadership Network. Tickets at nantucketbydesign.com

4 PM - Painting Pottery & Working with Clay! with Barnaby’s Nantucket Kids explore sculpting techniques & paint their ceramic pieces, making bowls, summer ornaments, and more. $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

4 PM - 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.Your house will stay clean while we take care of the mess! $58: register at Barnabysworld.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 6:30 PM - Artist in Residence Art Talk with Anthony Padula

Join Artists in Residence, Anthony Padula for an evening discussion and presentation about her process and inspiration. Free to Attend. Federal Gallery, 8 Federal Street. NantucketArts.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 to 8:30 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

8 PM - Dreamland Concert Series: Josiah & the Bonnevilles

From his early start on American Idol to becoming a celebrated singer/songwriter, Josiah Leming brings his heartfelt music to Nantucket for one unforgettable night. Tickets at NantucketDreamland.org

TUESDAY, JULY 15

STORY WALK: THE NIGHT GARDENER

Read The Night Gardener by Terry & Eric Fan during July in the Nantucket Atheneum Garden, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

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

8:30 to 10:30 AM - Garden Greetings NHA Free Pop-Up Event

Come for coffee, light bites, & warm welcomes. Stay for the gorgeous garden oasis and a first look at Porte + Hall’s newest premium mats—paired with handcrafted planters from Pennoyer Newman. 1800 House, 4 Mill St.

9 to 10 AM - The Power of Collaboration in Modern Day Design

With Nick Mele & Roxy Owens, moderated by: Sarah Wetenhall of The Colony Hotel Tickets at nantucketbydesign.com

9 AM to 12 PM - Free Ecologist in Training workshop - Vegetation Monitoring at LLNF

A workshop on how rare & unique plants are monitored and recorded in the field. Explore tools & techniques for identifying, photographing, and GPS-tagging statelisted species found on the LLNF property. 110 Eel Point Rd.

9:30 AM - Tea Par-tay Time with Barnaby’s Nantucket

Your little ones will have fun coloring & decorating their own tea set while enjoying a cup of “tea & treats” There will also be glitter tattoos and face painting $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

9:45 to 10:30 AM - Music in the Morning - Hugh Hanley: Circle of Songs

We are so excited to have Hugh back in the garden! Join us for songs, fingerplays, and singing games! Don’t forget to bring a blanket! 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 - 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 5 PM - Work/Shop Nantucket by Alpha Kilo and Joe Waroquier HOME

A celebration of luxury handcraft through July 18. Shop beautiful bespoke finds from heritage brands & local artisans alongside engaging workshops. Greater Light, 8 Howard St. Details at alphakilo.com/workshop or @alphakiloworkshops

10 AM to 5:30 PM - Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color

10 AM to 5 PM - Art Show Featuring Deborah Vanderwolk & Clara Urbahn

See stunning and whimsical works by island artists Deborah Vanderwolk & Clara Urbahn in Robert Foster Fine Art at 8 India Street, celebrating it’s 15th year. Show continues through July 23.

10 AM to 5:30 PM - Nicholas Varney Trunk Show

10:15 AM to 4:30 PM - Hands-On-History: Whale Ecology

Discover the difference between toothed whales and baleen whales. Craft: Scratch Art Scrimshaw Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. nha.org

10:30 - 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 AM - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

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 during this Barnaby’s class. $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

11 to 11:45 AM - Nature Storytime for Ages 3+

11 AM to 12 PM - Panel: All American: Interweaving Place & Design

With Caroline Gidiere, Ashley Holden & Elizabeth Pyne Singer of McMillen Inc., moderated by: Ellen McGauley of VERANDA Magazine. Tickets at nantucketbydesign.com

11 AM to 3 PM - Nantucket by Design NHA Free Pop-Up Event

The Colony is back—this time they’re bringing reinforcements! Join them with photographer Nick Mele and Society Social founder Roxy Owens as they hold court on the Whaling Museum lawn for Colony Trivia. Incredible prizes & lots of laughs.

11:15 AM - The Signature Tour: a Traditional Historic Tour of Nantucket

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

11:45 AM - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

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1:30 PM - The Art of Layering with Joe Waroquier HOME

This immersive session explores how to layer a room like a narrative: with intention, tension, & intuition. Learn how to work with texture, materials, light, & balance to build timeless spaces, blending design theory with tactile experimentation. Register at akworkshop@alphakilo.com. Greater Light, 8 Howard Street

2 PM - The Art of Basket Weaving: A Nantucket Iconic Tradition

NHA Decorative Arts Demo during Nantucket by Design in Eleish van Breems

Home, 14 Easy Street ~ evbantiques.com

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 PM - Summer Fun Cookie Painting with Barnaby’s Nantucket

A fun Barnaby’s class where kids use edible paints, glitters, and sparkles to decorate cookiesand take home a tray of tasty, hand-painted treats. $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

4 to 5 PM - Teen Tuesday Crafternoon: Block Printing

Join us in the garden to block print tote bags and bandanas using fruit and veggie patternsor carve your own design! For ages 12-18. Space is limited, so please register in advance. (Weather-dependent; will be rescheduled if needed.) 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.

5:30 PM - Dreamland Concert Series: Five O’Clock Shadow

Five O’Clock Shadow returns to The Dreamland for a high-energy night of a cappella! Catch one of two seatings as they perform tracks from their latest album Time alongside inventive covers of popular hits. Featuring Nantucket’s own Caleb Whelden! The Dreamland, 17 S. Water Street. 508-332-4822 NantucketDreamland.org Second Show at 8PM

5:30 PM - Trivia Tuesdays

Weekly family trivia night free, family-friendly events and activities, all season long. Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way.

5:30 to 6:30 PM - Mindfulness Meditation

A short talk, a guided meditation, + time for reflection or questions designed to support a clearer understanding of the method & help build a consistent meditation practice. Registration encouraged. 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.

6:30 to 7:30 PM - Book Talk with Elin Hilderbrand & Jessica Merchant

Hear prolific author Elin Hilderbrand in conversation with Jessica Merchant, author of Easy, Everyday Cookbook in the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. The event is free. No ticket required. Seating is first come, first served. Book signing with Jessica to follow.

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

Open Mic Night is growing into something more. The stage remains open to all, and now you’re invited to bring your own creative projects. Knit, embroider, color, wrap gifts, or simply enjoy the show in the acoustically stellar Great Hall. Free admission. All are welcome. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

7 to 8:30 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise Sunset Cruise/Live Music with the Shanty Singers. Come enjoy a Nantucket Sunset Cruise while you listen to fun old time shanty tunes. Sing along or listen with a smile as you enjoy your favorite beverage with family and friends. Straight Wharf Slip #1011 508-228-7037

7 to 9:15 PM - Million Dollar Quartet presented by Theatre Workshop

7:30 PM - What the Constitution Means to Me presented by NPAC

Playwright Heidi Schreck’s boundary-breaking play is a hilarious, hopeful, & achingly human show culminating in a live debate to be judged by the audience: should we keep our centuries-old constitution, or start fresh? Nantucket Performing Arts Center, 5 North Water Street. Tickets at nantucketperformingarts.org

10 PM - Trivia Night!

A great way to test your brain and connect with friends! Come join us! Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street. 508-228-2595 TheRoseAndCrown.com

WEDNESDAY, JULY 16

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

Explore Nantucket’s birding hotspots and observe birds in their natural habitats. Binoculars, spotting scope, and field guides available to borrow. Personal transportation to and from LLNF is required to participate. Register at llnf.org

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. This is one of the longer hikes Nantucket Walkabout does. Book at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466

8 AM - 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. Book at WalkNantucket.com

8:30 AM - Pick Your Own Flowers Tour at Bartlett’s Farm

Spend a beautiful morning in the certified organic flower fields at Bartlett’s Farm, picking your own blooms and creating lasting memories with your family. Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Road. Tickets at BartlettsFarm.com ~ a second tour held at 10:30 am

9:30 AM - Slime Sundaes! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for 2-6 years Who doesn’t love slime? Get ready for mess-filled fun as your child creates “Slime Sundaes” with sprinkles, glitter, charms, gummy bears, and more! Plus, they’ll learn the science behind slimewhile we handle the cleanup $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 - 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 11 AM - Panel: Interwoven: Textiles Near and Far

With Eliza Crater Harris, Peter Dunham, Meredith Ellis & Lisa Fine; moderated by: Margot Shaw of FLOWER Magazine. Tickets at nantucketbydesign.com

10 AM to 5 PM - Workshop Nantucket

Alpha Kilo and Joe Waroquier HOME present Work/Shop Nantucket, July 15-18, a celebration of luxury handcraft. Shop beautiful bespoke finds from heritage brands and local artisans alongside engaging workshops. Greater Light, 8 Howard St. For more details go to alphakilo.com/workshop or @alphakiloworkshops

Location Greater Light, 8 Howard Street

10 AM to 5:30 PM - Nicholas Varney Trunk Show

10:15 AM to 4:30 PM - Hands-On-History: Sheep, Wool, & Textiles

Learn about materials used to make clothes & the tradition of raising sheep on Nantucket connecting to the Behind the Seams summer exhibition. Make a fluffy sheep to take home. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. nha.org

10:30 - 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 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 Departs again at 1:00 PM

10:45 AM - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

11 AM - Stain Glass Art! with Barnaby’s Nantucket

$58: register at barnabysworld.com.

11 AM to 12 PM - Book Signing with Elin Hilderbrand & Jessica Merchant

Meet 2 authors: Elin Hilderbrand, author of The Blue Book, along with Jessica Merchant, author of Easy Everyday Cookbook at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main St. First 100 in line at Mitchell’s will get a ticket. No pre-purchase is required: start lining up at 10am. 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 available for use. 1800 House, 4 Mill Street. Decorative Arts: nha.org

11:15 AM - The Signature Tour: a Traditional Historic Tour of Nantucket

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

11:30 AM - Paper, Pattern & Provenance: Highgrove Band Box Workshop

Explore British heritage, craftsmanship, & decorative storytelling through thoughtful conversation with Scott Christopher Hans of Sanderson, as guests create their own bandbox using wallpapers from Sanderson’s Highgrove collection. Register at akworkshop@alphakilo.com. Greater Light, 8 Howard Street

MAP of DOWNTOWN NANTUCKET

brant point Lighthouse ▲

● 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.

Seth Meyers to Perform

Comedian and writer Seth Meyers will be performing live on Nantucket Tuesday, August 19 at the Nantucket Performing Arts Center (NPAC) in two special stand-up comedy performances. Tickets for the 6 pm and the 8:30 pm shows are available at NantucketPerformingArts.org or by calling 508-680-0003.

“When we started Nantucket Performing Arts Center—which somehow feels like both five years and five minutes ago—we chose the name intentionally,” said NPAC Executive Director Drew Kowalkowski. “While our initial programming has been focused on theater, our vision is to present the full breath of the performing arts to audiences on Nantucket, bringing world-class artists to the island while becoming a year-round resource for the island community. We’re proud to bring one of the most acclaimed voices in comedy to our intimate stage this summer.”

Seth Meyers is an Emmy Award-winning writer, New York Times bestselling author, and host of NBC’s “Late Night with Seth Meyers” since 2014.

Meyers began his TV career with “Saturday Night Live” in 2001 where he was a cast member for 13 seasons. He served as head writer for 9 seasons and “Weekend Update” anchor for 8. He has released two critically acclaimed stand-up specials to date: “Lobby Baby” (Netflix) and “Seth Meyers: Dad Man Walking” (HBO/Max.) In all, Meyers has garnered 33 Emmy nominations for his work in television.

In addition to his onscreen success, Meyers is a New York Times bestselling author, having published his first picture book “I’m Not Scared, You’re Scared,” in 2022. He currently co-hosts two podcasts: “Family Trips with the Meyers Brothers,” alongside his brother Josh Meyers and “The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers Podcast,” with Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer, and Jorma Taccone.

Meyers performs stand-up to sold out crowds across the country and coheadlines a monthly residency with John Oliver at New York’s Beacon Theatre.

NPAC is Nantucket’s newest destination for the arts. The newly-formed nonprofit organization acquired the property that was formerly home to the White Heron Theatre in April of this year. Previously-announced programmingincludes the plays “What the Constitution Means to Me (now running through July 17) and Theatre People (August 1-14) and the concert “A Night For Swifties” (July 9-11). The organization is approximately halfway through a $12 million capital campaign to purchase the property, preserve it as a space for the performing arts, renovate it to accommodate a wider range of events and community uses, and ensure its operation for years to come, including year-round programming and partnerships with other local arts organizations.

Generations of Farming

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eration Bartlett, emphasized the importance of keeping the farm in the family. “It ensures that we keep the land doing what it’s always been doing: farming using sustainable practices and feeding the community,” he said.

Bartlett’s also works to reduce food waste by donating excess produce to the Nantucket Food Pantry, giving away fruits, vegetables, and unsold goods that are still fresh and safe to eat.

For Dave, farming is a lifestyle. “I love what I do. You have to love farming,” he said. “It's incredibly hard. It's incredibly unpredictable, the weather, the wildlife, disease, everything.”

Throughout the summer, Bartlett’s invites visitors out into the fields to take part in pick-your-own tours, where they can gather their own bouquets of seasonal flowers and harvest fresh vegetables straight from the soil—a hands-on glimpse into the daily rhythm of island farming.

As the farm evolves with new organic certifications and renewable energy, its core values remain the same: growing food with care, stewarding the land, and feeding the island it’s called home for generations.

“Simply said, we want to do things that are good for the island and each other.”

Bartlett’s Farm Flower Tours begin on July 16, and their Veggie Tours start on July 17. Tickets are available at BartlettsFarm.com. Private tours for up to 30 guests can also be arranged. Bartlett’s Farm Market is open daily from 8 am to 7 pm in-season. Their Garden Center is open daily from 8 am to 5 pm.

Phil & Dorothy Bartlett with the farm truck, 1970s

Photo courtesy Bartlett’s Farm

Going Out after Togs

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Josh filled me in as we motored out. “These things are great bait stealers. Keep in contact with the jig. When you hit them to set the hook, you’ve got to get them up quickly or they’ll break your line off in the rocks.”

Per usual, Josh had given me good advice. I missed the first couple of bites but finally hooked and boated my first ever tautog. It didn’t quite measure 16 inches, the requirement to keep a tog, so after a quick photo op it was returned to the ocean. Wow, those fish are strong! And slimy. Yeah, tautog are about the slimiest fish that I’ve ever encountered. The next bite was very close to the rocks, and the fish broke me off. “You’ve got to be quicker than that, Steven!”

Josh and I had a blast for about an hour, catching another half dozen fish. Josh kept three to cook and all others were released. As we headed back to the dock, we saw a boat anchored near the western jetty with a dive flag flying. Josh guessed that it may be his friend Matt, who often spearfishes for tog.

A couple of days later, Josh took his nine-year-old daughter Avery down to the docks to see if they could catch some tog off of Straight Wharf, just as Tyler had. They were successful, and Avery had a wonderful time with her dad.

I’m grateful to Josh for introducing me to this fantastic new species. It’s easy to see how tog fishing has become a favorite of so many fishers. Josh reported that the fish was as good to eat as he’d ever had, all the more reason to want to get back after them. Dr. O’Conner told me that the fall tautog fishing is the best. Can’t wait to find out!

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

Avery with a tautog

Photo by Josh Sanddsbury

Secrets of the Ditch

The Madaket Ditch and the connection to Long Pond changed the system from a freshwater pond to a brackish, tidally influenced body of water. The anadromous fish migrate into these waters in the spring to spawn (shad, alewives). The catadromous fish (American eels) migrate the opposite direction, heading out to sea to spawn. Madaket Ditch has turned the Long Pond watershed into one of the true estuaries of Nantucket Island.

So where did the Madaket Ditch come from and who built it? According to town records, in 1659, an agreement was struck between the English settlers and the native Wampanoag. Of course, we know who wrote the history, so we must take this with a grain of historic salt. According to a document with the Nan-

Fishing for eels

Photo courtesy NHA

tucket Registry of Deeds (later translated by Elizabeth Little in 1986), the agreement was struck between the two parties to dig a “trench to drain the Long Pond.” This trench would serve two purposes: for fishing and for the creation of a salt meadow. The work was to be divided equally between the “English Inhabitants” and the Wampanoag, and they would split the spoils that resulted from their work with one caveat: “So long as they (presumably the Wampanoag) attended the weir carefully and honestly.”

The fishing weirs were a series of framed nets that crisscrossed the ditch to capture the running migratory fish. This method was adopted from the Wampanoag methods. In fact, the Wampanoag had shared knowledge of the life cycles of eels and alewives with the newly arrived English settlers. Once dug, the ditch would bring more fish further inland, thus creating more fishing habitat and increasing the resource.

The ditch was dug in 1665, six years after the original agreement was struck. What I haven’t found in my (limited) research so far is anything about how the ditch was actually dug. Did the two groups start on opposite sides and work towards each other? Did they start in the middle and work towards the respective water bodies? Was it truly collaborative with mixed work crews? Who was in charge? How was the start and end point decided? At this point, there are almost more questions than answers.

What we do know is that it was a success. Or, at least, the original goals were achieved. Fish weirs were constructed, and fish were caught. The salt marsh habitat (i.e. the desired salt meadow) was ex-

Photo by Sarah T. Bois

Secrets of the Ditch

panded and salt hay (the saltmarsh grasses) was harvested for sheep fodder. However, the success was limited, at least for the Wampanoag. In 1676 the property rights along the ditch were transferred to the proprietors (the English leaders), and fishing rights were taken from Wampanoag. But the Madaket Ditch continued to be productive.

Over time, the Madaket Ditch remained an important fishing source for islanders. In 1841, the Town widened the ditch and set fishing regulations. In the late 1800s a committee was formed, and the Lond Pond and Madaket Ditch Report was submitted by the Committee at the Annual Town Meeting in 1882. The report stated that the Ditch had become clogged. After a lengthy discussion, the question was raised about whether the Town of Nantucket allocated the necessary funds to clear it. Also discussed was the issue of ownership of Nantucket ponds. That story is for another day, but this article by historian Frances Karttunen written for the Nantucket Historical Association details some of the legalities nha.org/research/nantucket-history/history-topics/what-was-the-hot-topic-fornantucket-government-in-1882 .

Well into the twentieth century, harvesting of herring and eels was conducted by dip net and eel spear along the banks of the Ditch. There are many tales of island families ice fishing for eels in winter in Hitcher Creek or points along the Madaket Ditch. Herring are now protected with a moratorium in place on their harvest, but the Ditch remains active.

In the intervening decades, Madaket Ditch has been dredged, widened, and expanded via offshoot trenches. While there is no current plan for dredging the Ditch, there have been some recent calls to do so. The Nantucket Coastal Resiliency Plan (adopted by the Town in 2021) calls for raising of Madaket Road, potentially increasing culverts, and overall ecological restoration to the are—a plan that could also involve improvements to the Ditch.

Today, the Madaket Ditch is one of Nantucket’s only true functioning estuaries. It functions like a tidal creek, connecting Madaket Harbor and Hither Creek all the way to Long Pond. The narrow, sometimes meandering channel still brings

saltwater into Long Pond with each tide and flushes water out on the outgoing tide, thus flushing Long Pond at regular intervals four times a day. The ditch now runs through approximately 50 acres of functioning salt marsh, which serve as a nutrient sink for the pond. The marsh intercepts an appreciable amount of nutrients before they reach the creek and the harbor. It is estimated that it takes 76 days for the whole of Long Pond to turn over completely via tidal exchange. Without the Ditch, many wonder what the water quality of Long Pond would be like. Other Nantucket ponds, Sesachacha and Hummock, are episodically opened to the ocean manually. Long Pond is our only Great Pond that is connected to the ocean consistently—a true estuary.

At a time when salt marshes are prized for their ability to filter water and to protect uplands from storm surge and other impacts of climate change, how can we say that the long-ago alteration of habitat is a negative?

In 2023, the Linda Loring Nature Foundation initiated a project to look at the tidal flow of the Long Pond watershed. That study is on-going, but more people caring about and investigating this estuary is always a plus. The Town of Nantucket takes regular water quality samples from the estuary, and the full report looking at trends over the years can be found here on the Town’s website: manantucket.civicplus.com/723/Harbors-Ponds. The Nantucket Conservation Foundation included the Madaket Ditch in their American Eel study (2024-present) involving community members in learning more about our cultural heritage, the water bodies, and the eels.

Access to Madaket Ditch is somewhat limited. Much of the land surrounding the Ditch is private with conservation easements, thus protecting the integrity of the ditch. Sections are owned by various conservation organizations including the Town, Nantucket Land Bank, and the Madaket Conservation Association. The Land Bank properties towards Hither Creek are the public’s best bet for getting to the Ditch.

This spring, the Linda Loring Nature Foundation, in collaboration with the Nantucket Land Bank, ran several public programs about the Ditch, its ecology and history. Every single field trip filled to capacity, suggesting that people are interested in this unique aspect of island life. We hope to run more of these field trips in the fall of 2025.

It’s on my personal summer bucket list to navigate the Ditch via kayak. I’ll certainly record the journey when I do.

Events & Entertainment

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11:45 AM - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

1 to 3:30 PM - Day Sail Aboard the Lynx

2 PM - Textile Traditional Hand-Blocked Fabric

NHA Decorative Arts Demo during Nantucket by Design in Eleish van Breems Home, 14 Easy Street ~ evbantiques.com

3 to 4 PM - Panel: Design Giants: The Legends of Tomorrow

With Martin Brudnizki, David Kleinberg & Suzanne Tucker; moderated by Kelly Williams. Tickets at nantucketbydesign.com

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

5 to 7:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Lynx

See an amazing sunset onboard a piece of history! Nantucket’s longest and most affordable Sunset sailing. Highly recommended by anyone who has sailed on Lynx TallShipLynx.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.

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

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.

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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.

Robert Foster Fine Art

Deborah Vanderwolk & Clara Urbahn: July 11-23

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

508-228-3227

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

508-221-3056

Opening Reception 6-8 pm Friday, July 11 8 India St (next to Black-Eyed Susan’s)

Featuring a stellar selection of Nantucket artists

Celebrating their 15th year, ROBERT FOSTER FINE ART features art by a selection of the island’s most talented artists working today. With a full schedule of exhibitions — 6 shows featuring different pairing of artists + a group show — everyone will find gems to add to their collections. Each show begins with a convivial Friday evening Opening Reception, where you can meet and converse with the artists and with fellow art enthusiasts. Lion & Unicorn, Auction House is sponsoring the Featured Shows for 2025 ~ Bonnie Roseman — Art, Design, & Accessories Specialist — 917-209-0516 RobertFosterFineArt.com

Susan Lister Locke Gallery

508-228-2132 & 508-221-0531

Open daily 28A Easy Street

Art and Inspired, Creative Jewelry

Banking

Cape Cod 5

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

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

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

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

508-228-0294

In-Person Gallery & Online Exhibits Group Show #1 July 10-21 at 8 Federal St: Summer Small Works thru 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”

508-228-1353

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. From July 10-21, this gallery exhibit is GROUP SHOW #1. In The Big Gallery, upstairs at 12 Straight Wharf, you can see SUMMER SMALL WORKS through 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. nantucketarts.org G. S. Hill Gallery

Open Daily 10 am to 5 pm

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

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

Island Fun & Shopping

Books & Publications

CALL NANTUCKET

“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,” 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.

Tall Ship Lynx

508-228-9165 ext. 110

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

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

978-479-2197

Nantucket’s Tall Ship Lynx, a national treasure here in our harbor Traditional Sailing & History in Nantucket Sound tallshiplynx.org Public Day Sails & Sunset Sails - Fun for all ages!

Nantucket’s Tall Ship LYNX is offering day sails and sunset sails from Nantucket Harbor through September. They also offer charters, weddings, educational and special groups sailings. Looking for a unique venue to gather? LYNX is available for private charters... treat your family, your friend, or your colleagues to a very special day or evening: it’s an adventure for all! Nantucket’s Tall Ship LYNX is a national treasure here in our harbor. For details and reservations, contact the office @ 978.479.2197

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

508-228-1080

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

508-228-4000

Open Daily: books, gifts, chocolate 25 Broad Street Books, chocolates, & unique gifts

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. nantucketbookpartners.com

Car Rentals

Affordable Rentals

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

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

Paint Crew Ceramics

508-228-3501

Open daily 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

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

508-228-5585

Slip 1015, Straight Wharf Pleasure sailing endeavorsailing.com

“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:

508-680-4865

Call to arrange your class session Instagram @paintcrew._ Pottery Classes for All Ages: Individuals & Groups

Create pottery at your place, your pace! Private in-home wheel-throwing classes for all ages, events, and even date nights. No experience needed—just bring curiosity. Classes for individuals or groups. Make your own nantucket pottery souvenir. All materials included. Call 508680-4865 to book a session. Follow us on Instagram @paintcrew._ Let’s get muddy!

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

Island Fun & Shopping

Employment

TSA Is Hiring at Nantucket Memorial Airport

Join TSA and earn a sign-on bonus! TSA is hiring for Nantucket Memorial Airport. U.S. citizenship required. Positions start at $32.20 per hour and include great Federal benefits, including health insurance, shift differentials, retirement plans, paid on-the-job training, and more. Apply now at jobs.tsa.gov or click the QR code in our display ad. jobs.tsa.gov

Engraving

Nantucket Engraving

774-325-8807

Laser Engraving, Laser Cleaning, & Sublimation Printing Visit our website or call NANTUCKET ENGRAVING CO. is your local, one-stop shop for high-quality customization. We offer a wide range of services for your personal and business needs, from professional laser engraving on wood, metal, and glass to vibrant custom printing for signs, banners, apparel, personalized gifts, and so much more. nantucketengraving.com

Family Fun

Family Activities @ Children’s Beach

Cottage Pharmacy

Health Care

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 Care & Maintenance

Wat It Takes

508-228-0925

Activities & Fun at Children’s Beach thru mid-August at Children’s Beach Fun & games for children and families nantucket-ma.gov/childrensbeach Children’s Beach, located at the end of Harbor View Way, is the perfect park for families and children. Through mid-August, the Town of Nantucket’s Culture & Tourism department sponsors fun for everyone. Free NanPuppet shows with Lizza Saturdays at 10 am, and live music! See our display ad, check the events calendar, and visit our website for details.

Fishing Charters

Herbert T. Day: 508-228-6655

Daily: 7am, 10am, 1pm, 4pm. Call for Reservations Slip 14, Straight Wharf

Trolling “Catch those Blues and Bass!” fishnantucket.net

Make sure you don’t miss the fishing while you’re here on Nantucket! The HERBERT T sport fishing boat will take you to where the blues are biting. Captain Fred Tonkin is an experienced fisherman and will provide you with all the equipment for up to six people to fish at one time. He takes four 2-1/2-hour trips a day: 7 am, 10 am, 1 pm and 4 pm, and the fishing starts just 15 minutes from the dock. The HERBERT T is fully licensed and insured and is fully equipped electronically. While you’re on Nantucket, do as the islanders do - catch some blues! $150 per person (minimum of 2 people). Private charters are also available for $650 - up to 6 persons.

Gifts

Hill’s of Nantucket

508-901-3802

Where your ideas come to life Call or email for an appointment

Small & Large Jobs: Tasks of All Types watittakesllc@gmail.com

WAT IT TAKES, LLC is a business that offers a broad array of services with a friendly, mindful approach to the environment as well as the people that live here. Family owned and operated, we strive to connect with our clients at a real level to help bring their ideas to life.

Home Decor

AlphaKilo presents work/shop a richly layered domestic installation

July 15–18, during Nantucket by Design At NHA’s Greater Light, 8 Howard Street

During Nantucket by Design: Work/Shop will be presented by award-winning PR and events agency Alpha Kilo in collaboration with interior designer Joe Waroquier HOME. Work/Shop transforms the historic Greater Light property into a richly layered domestic installation, filled with bespoke furniture, lighting, textiles, and artisan objects – all available to order or purchase. It’s a love letter to process, provenance, and place. The space is designed by Joe Waroquier, known for his elegant, historically attuned interiors, and features brands and new collections from brands including Corston Architectural Detail, Farrow & Ball, Kravet, Sanderson, and others. In addition to the shoppable exhibition, the 4-day program includes a hands-on decorative painting workshop with Farrow & Ball and Corston and an immersive mood-boarding session with Sanderson. alphakilo.com/workshop

Eleish Van Breems Home

508-228-1353

Open Daily 10 am to 5 pm. 40 Straight Wharf

Unique & Original Nantucket Theme Gifts

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

It’s A Shore Thing

508-901-9912

Celebrating Scandinavian style & craftsmanship Open daily 10 am to 5 pm

SPECIAL EVENTS for Nantucket by Design 14 Easy Street

The Nordic spirit is alive on Nantucket. Experience the beauty of Scandinavian-inspired living at ELEISH VAN BREEMS HOME at 14 Easy Street. Rhonda Eleish and Edie van Breems are known for imparting their inviting aesthetic to island homes ranging from coastal retreats to larger estate properties. Don’t miss our special NANTUCKET BY DESIGN events on July 15, 16, & 17. We look forward to welcoming you! Follow us @eleishvanbreems evbantiques.com

Icarus + Co

Jewelry and Home Decor

508-680-1901

Open Daily 30B Main Street

Distinctive Nantucket Gifts

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

508-680-1901

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! In our new location on Main St. shorethinggifts.com Museum Shop at the Whaling Museum

Open Daily

Distinctive Nantucket Gifts

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

30B Main Street

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! In our new location on Main Street. shorethinggifts.com

Respoke

Open for the 2025 season

Iconic designer scarves repurposed

Respoke.com

41 Straight Wharf

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

Island Fun & Shopping

Home Painting & More

Nantucket Pro Painters

508-680-4317

Call for our services Professional • Efficient • Reliable

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

Inter-Island Ferry

Hy-Line Cruises

508-228-3949

Travel inter-island to Martha’s Vineyard Straight Wharf High-Speed, Passenger-Only, Inter-Island Ferry Service hylinecruises.com

See all that these sister islands have to offer! Ge there quicky and easily with HY-LINE CRUISES high-speed inter-island ferry service. In a little over one hour, you can hop on over to the Vineyard...and we can’t wait to take you there!

GET A 20% DISCOUNT on the inter-island ferry using promo code YESTERDAY.

Internet Guidebook

Insiders Guide to Nantucket

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

508-228-9165

Visit us online & follow us on Instagram @nantucket_insider Visit Nantucket before & after you visit Nantucket! 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

Open Daily

Jewelry & Gifts

508-228-3227

12 Main Street

Icarus + Co.

Jewelry and Home Decor

Open Daily 19 Old South Wharf

Jewelers’ Gallery of Nantucket

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

Katherine Grover Fine Jewelry

646-896-4013

See her exquisite collections online in Sylvia Antiques, 15 Main Street

Exquisite Custom Jewelry by Katie Grover

Inspired by the ancient 24 karat gold jewelry found in temple treasuries, buried hoards, and tombs, KATHERINE GROVER’s custom designs have a character and quality all of their own. Her iconic designs make perfect gifts that are destined to become treasured heirlooms. Grover’s designs are drawn from history, architecture, Nantucket, and the natural world and made using age-old techniques and tools. Her designs are available on Nantucket in SYLVIA ANTIQUES, 15 Main Street. Reach her by text or call at 646-896-4013 and shop online at katherinegroverfinejewelry.com

The Love Shack by Lola

774-325-5982

Handcrafted sterling pendants, bracelets, jewelry, & more! 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

Jewelry, Lightship Baskets, Art, Scrimshaw, & more 1 Orange Street

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

Open Daily

Inspired and Creative Jewelry

508-228-2132 & 508-221-0531

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

The Trinity Collection

Open for the summer season

Classic timepieces: vintage & contemporary

508-228-7557

50 Main Street

THE TRINITY COLLECTION. Our shop offers an extensive collection of fine timepieces—classic designs with superb Swiss watchmaking. We specialize in fine watches such as: Franck Muller, Patek Philippe, Vacheron & Constantin, Cartier, Chronoswiss, Audemars, Graham, Panerai, Ulysse Nardin, Pierre Kunz, U Boat, and Rolex—vintage and contemporary. We also offer fine jewelry, contemporary and estate. We take trades and are always looking to purchase timepieces. Follow us @palmbeachnantucket

Island Fun & Shopping

Library & Public Programs

Nantucket Atheneum

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.

Mental Health Services

Fairwinds 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

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

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.

Museums & Sites

NantucketDreamland.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 15 Broad Street Island residents & NHA members admitted free 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

Your portal to Nantucket history

508-228-1894

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 Respoke.com

Open for the 2025 Season 41 Straight Wharf

Iconic designer scarves repurposed

Special Events

AlphaKilo presents work/shop a richly layered domestic installation July 15–18, during Nantucket by Design At NHA’s Greater Light, 8 Howard Street During Nantucket by Design: Work/Shop will be presented by award-winning PR and events agency Alpha Kilo in collaboration with interior designer Joe Waroquier HOME. Work/Shop transforms the historic Greater Light property into a richly layered domestic installation, filled with bespoke furniture, lighting, textiles, and artisan objects – all available to order or purchase. It’s a love letter to process, provenance, and place. The space is designed by Joe Waroquier, known for his elegant, historically attuned interiors, and features brands and new collections from brands including Corston Architectural Detail, Farrow & Ball, Kravet, Sanderson, and others. In addition to the shoppable exhibition, the 4-day program includes a hands-on decorative painting workshop with Farrow & Ball and Corston and an immersive mood-boarding session with Sanderson. alphakilo.com/workshop

Boston MedFlight Your Life. Our Mission. Donations accepted: Every dollar raised stays with the island Nantucket Summer Benefit July 25, 4:30-6:30: call 781-457-5321

BOSTON MEDFLIGHT is a nonprofit organization that provides transport to the sickest of the

Island Fun & Shopping

sick, regardless of the patient’s ability to pay. For 4 decades, Boston MedFlight has been the region’s primary provider of critical care medical transport by air and ground, caring for more than 6,100 patients annually, including the most critically ill and injured infants, children and adults. As a nonprofit organization, we provide over $7 million annually in free and unreimbursed care to patients in need with little or no medical insurance. Bostonmedflight.org

Boston Pops on Nantucket

August 9, 2025

at Jetties Beach

Bruce In The USA, a powerful and intense Springsteen tribute, will take the stage as the special musical guest at the 2025 annual Boston Pops on Nantucket, singing the music of Bruce Springsteen alongside the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra. Tickets are on sale now at nantuckethospital.org — General Admission Adults $30; Kids $10 (under age 5 are admitted free). For special reserved seating, call 508-825-8250. nantuckethospital.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!

MMA Stargazer Gala

Thursday, July 24 at 6 pm

An incredible night under the stars

508-228-9198

Tickets on sale now!

NHA Hands-On History 2025

Fun Activities for Families during July & August

508-228-1894

in the Whaling Museum Discovery Center Details in the calendar of events

No trip to Nantucket is complete without learning about our island’s history with the NANTUCKET HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION. During July and August, families can learn while having fun at the NHA’s Tactile Talks & Crafts with special guest performances on Fridays! These sessions change each day of the week and are ideal for kids and families. Stop by the Whaling Museum Discovery Center on Broad Street Monday through Friday from 10:15 am to 4:30 pm. Join the NHA as a member and save! nha.org

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.

Swim Across America

July 26, 2025 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

508-228-1110

July 17-19, 2025 1 India Street Benefit For Nantucket’s Free Public Library & Gathering Place

mariamitchell.org

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. 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!

Nantucket by Design

July 14-17, 2025

508-228-1894

Annual Design Show to Benefit NHA

NANTUCKET BY DESIGN is an annual celebration of art, design, and history hosted by the Nantucket Historical Association on the charming island of Nantucket. The event brings together world-renowned designers, artisans, and skilled craftspeople to showcase the timeless elegance of Nantucket’s design heritage. Through panels, keynotes, master classes, social events, and more, participants experience how modern style is interwoven with Nantucket’s iconic history. The event benefits the Nantucket Historical Association, supporting its mission to preserve, interpret, and share the diverse stories of Nantucket with all audiences through its collections, properties, programs, and research. nantucketbydesign.com

Nantucket Comedy Festival Four Fun-Filled Performances in 3 Days

July 10-12, 2025

Tickets & Passes On Sale NOW! in the Dreamland Theatre

THE NANTUCKET COMEDY FESTIVAL is back on ACK! Three fun-filled days starting with Ladies of Laughter on Opening Night featuring nationally headlining female comedians. This event on July 10 is for ladies and gentlemen, so make it a date night or bring your friends. On Friday, July 11, starts with the hilarious Stand Up & Learn Student Performances at 4 pm and continues at 7 pm with O’Canada Comedy stars hail from north of the border, bringing the sharp wit and mature perspective that make Canadian comedians beloved around the world. The 2025 COMEDY FESTIVAL ends Saturday, July 12 with the every-popular Comedy Boston vs New York SmACKdown, as top comedians from Boston and New York go head-to-head with Emmy Award winner Bob Ley of ESPN as referee, keeping the punches funny and (mostly) above the belt. Get your tickets now at nantucketcomedy.com The Nantucket Comedy Festival is a non-profit organization that uses comedy to empower, engage, and inspire through its annual festival and the year-round Stand Up & Learn™ workshops. nantucketcomedy.com Nantucket Dance Festival July 8-13, 2025: Events & Tickets online inspiring passion for movement and dance on the island

A week-long celebration of dance with fundraising events that bring renowned dance & music artists to Nantucket for performance, education, & cultural events. The festival week for 2025 will include programming that emphasizes diverse styles of dance to bring together professionals and students while creating unexpected collaborations with musicians and visual artists. We thank you for being a part of the festival and our future! The festival supports yearround dance as part of Nantucket Dance Theater’s annual programming, with classes at the Boys and Girls Club of Nantucket, residencies, and performances that inspire cultural appreciation in young people. nantucketdancefestival.org

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

508-825-8250

July 21, 2025 from 5-7 pm Held in the Great Harbor Yacht Club Presented by Nantucket Cottage Hospital nantuckethospital.org

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

Theatre

Nantucket Performing Arts Center 5

North Water Street

July 3-17: What the Constitution Means to Me July 9-11: A Night for Swifties

A collaborative hub for the island’s artistic community NantucketPerformingArts.org

In the heart of downtown Nantucket, NANTUCKET PERFORMING ARTS CENTER is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and revitalizing the performing arts on Nantucket. NPAC is the home for a resident Actors’ Equity theater company while supporting other cultural organizations, festivals, and artistic endeavors on-island. NPAC is committed to enhancing the island’s vibrant cultural scene, ensuring accessibility and engagement for all community members. Tickets for 2025 productions at Nantucketperformingarts.org/events

Theatre Workshop of Nantucket

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. On July 9, the curtain goes up on MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, an electrifying, toe-tapping, heartpounding musical event of the season that tells the story of an unforgettable night in 1956 when Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Elvis Presleycame together for a once-ina-lifetime jam session. Get your tickets today at theatrenantucket.org! TWN: Where Nantucket Meets Broadway! theatrenantucket.org

Island Fun & Shopping

Thrift Shop

Hospital Thrift Shop

508-228-1125

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

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

Proceeds benefit Fairwinds - Nantucket’s Counseling Center 32 Sparks Avenue

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

Bartlett’s Farm Tours

Reserve your spot at BartlettsFarm.com

508-228-9403

Bartlett Farm Road

Immersive PYO Veggies & Flowers Tours bartlettsfarm.com

Step aboard the Bartlett Farm hay wagon as they take you on a journey to the heart of their produce or flower fields, where you can witness first-hand what’s in-season. You’ll have plenty of time to stop at multiple points of interest along the way, and they’ll provide you with a bag so you can fill it up with farm-fresh vegetables to take home or with the clippers and instruction to make your own bouquet. Dates, times, and reservations at bartlettsfarm.com/farm-tours

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

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.

508-257-6557

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

Nantucket’s Premiere Transportation Company 42 Straight Wharf

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 Amer-

ican 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

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.

Tours - Walking

Guided Walking Tours with NHA

Walking Tours offered by Nantucket Historical Assoc. depart from Whaling Museum, 15 Broad St.

Departs at 10:45 am & 1:30 pm Mon.-Sat.

508-228-1894

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

Transportation Boat

Hy-Line

Travel daily; see schedule for times

Make your reservations online

High-Speed, Passenger-Only, Ferry Service from Hyannis

508-228-3949

Straight Wharf

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, & more! hylinecruises.com

Steamship Authority

508-228-0262

Reservations: steamshipauthority.com 1 Steamboat Wharf

Watches

Trinity Collection

508-228-7557

Open for the summer season 50 Main Street Classic timepieces: vintage & contemporary THE TRINITY COLLECTION. Our shop offers an extensive collection of fine timepieces—classic designs with superb Swiss watchmaking. We specialize in fine watches such as: Franck Muller, Patek Philippe, Vacheron & Constantin, Cartier, Chronoswiss, Audemars, Graham, Panerai, Ulysse Nardin, Pierre Kunz, U Boat, and Rolex—vintage and contemporary. We also offer fine jewelry, contemporary and estate. We take trades and are always looking to purchase timepieces. Follow us @palmbeachnantucket

Dining Guide

Bakeries

Nantucket Bake Shop

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. Closed Sunday & Monday TheFaregrounds.com

Nantucket Bake Shop

508-228-2797

Mon.: 6:30 am to 1 pm; Tues.-Sat.: 6:30 am to 4:30 pm 17-1/2 Old South Road

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 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

Open 7 Days a Week

508-325-5929

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. 45Surfside.com

Bartlett’s Farm

Open Daily, Year Round

508-228-9403

33 Bartlett Farm Road

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

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

Healthy Take Out — Wraps & Smoothies

508-228-8810

6 South Beach Street

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 “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. We also have a complete children’s menu. Crosswinds is the place to go to pick up a tasty and filling meal at a great price! CrosswindsNantucket.com

The Faregrounds

508-228-2797

Mon.: 6:30 am to 1 pm; Tues.-Sat.: 6:30 am to 4:30 pm 17-1/2 Old South Road

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

508-228-4095

Lunch, dinner, & late night menu Tues-Sat. from 11:30 am. Delicious & affordable. Indoor Dining & Great Patio Bar 27 Fairgrounds Road

One of Nantucket’s favorite restaurants, THE FAREGROUNDS offers their menu items for take-out.

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

Fresh Sushi Takeout 11 am-2 pm & from 5pm mid-island at 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 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! SushiSean1111.com

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. brotherhoodnantucket.com

Open 7 Days a Week 5 Bartlett Farm Road

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

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

508-228-2595

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

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

508-228-9403

Open Daily, Year Round Bartlett Farm Road Farm Grown Produce | Garden Center | Groceries | Beer & Wine Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner To Go 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

Dining Guide

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, & late night menu Tues-Sat. from 11:30 am. Affordable Family Dining

Indoor Dining & Great Patio Bar 27 Fairgrounds Road

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. Closed Sunday & Monday TheFaregrounds.com

Rose & Crown 508-228-2595

Open daily from 11:30 am 23 South Water Street

Indoor & Outdoor Dining ~ Takeout Available

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

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.

Wine & Spirits

SushiSean1111.com

Mór Wine Curated selection of wines & spirits

Open 10 am to 9 pm 16 Federal Street

This new boutique bottle shop founded by Edwin Claflin, chef & owner of Oran Mór Bistro, in partnership with Eileen Harkness, proprietor of the resale boutique Commonwealth Nantucket. Their goal is to enrich the island’s wine scene by offering a curated grower champagnes, unique spirits, and small-producer wines. From wine to whiskey, they have that bottle you’ve been looking for as well as the one you didn’t know you wanted. morwine.com

Events & Entertainment

Events are updated daily, year-round at Nantucket.net from page 24

5:30 to 8:30 PM - Free Game Night (with Mag-ACK the Gathering) for Ages 13+

A night of board games, card games, & Mag-ACK The Gathering. Whether you’re a pro or just getting started, there’s fun for everyone. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

6 PM - Dreamland Summer Decks: DJ Series

Featuring Pete Ahern on the beautiful Harborview Deck. You must be age 25 or older to attend. Tickets are limited & available at NantucketDreamland.org

6 to 8 PM - Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club For Ages 13-18

Explore dungeons, battle monsters, & let your inner warrior out in our beginnerfriendly Dungeons & Dragons club. Bring is your imagination & a hunger for adventure. All levels welcome. Register by emailing shurd@nantucketatheneum.org. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

6 to 8 PM - Live Music with Andrea Marie

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

6:30 PM - Shawkemo Hills Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

A hiking experience through part 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

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure changes w sunset.

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

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

7 to 9:15 PM - Million Dollar Quartet presented by Theatre Workshop

7:30 PM - What the Constitution Means to Me presented by NPAC Heidi Schreck’s boundary-breaking play is a hilarious, hopeful, & achingly human

show culminating in a live debate to be judged by the audience: should we keep our centuries-old constitution, or start fresh? Nantucket Performing Arts Center, 5 North Water Street. Tickets at nantucketperformingarts.org

THURSDAY, JULY 17

STORY WALK: THE NIGHT GARDENER

Read The Night Gardener by Terry & Eric Fan during July in the Nantucket Atheneum Garden, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

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. Book at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466

8:30 AM - Pick Your Own Flowers Tour at Bartlett’s Farm

9:30 AM - Sensory Sandbox: Unicorn or Dinosaur for Ages 2-6

This Barnaby’s class is perfect for little hands! Little ones make their own kinetic sand, explore sensory play, and build fine motor skills through creative, hands-on fun. $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

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

Fun songs and singing games in the Atheneum Garden. Bring a blanket to sit on. 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 - 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 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 book at nantucketbywater.com

10 AM to 5 PM - Workshop Nantucket

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Events & Entertainment

10 AM to 5 PM - Art Show Featuring Deborah Vanderwolk & Clara Urbahn

See stunning and whimsical works by island artists Deborah Vanderwolk & Clara Urbahn in Robert Foster Fine Art at 8 India Street, celebrating it’s 15th year. Show continues through July 23.

10:15 AM to 4:30 PM - Hands-On-History: Oldest House Kitchen Garden

10:30 - 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 to 11:30 AM - Crafts in the Courtyard: Summer Butterﬂy

Make a gorgeous butterfly using tissue paper as a coloring tool. We’ll dampen the butterfly templates, embellish them with bits of tissue, spray them again, and let the water and color from the paper run to make beautiful watercolor wings. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org .

10:45 AM - 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 - Pick Your Own Veggies Tour at Bartlett’s Farm

A guided tour of Bartlett’s Farm produce fields to see what’s fresh and in-season. Stop at key spots, fill a provided bag with farm-fresh veggies, and enjoy the best of the harvest. Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Road. Tickets: BartlettsFarm.com

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

This trendy new Barnaby’s Class is guaranteed to be loads of fun! Your child will cut & sew from various fabrics creating their very own sweatshirts. $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

11 to 11:45 AM - Nature Storytime for Ages 3+

11:15 AM - The Signature Tour: a Traditional Historic Tour of Nantucket Join friendly & knowledgeable guides for a 75-min. tour of historic sites in Nan-

tucket Town, Sconset, & more. See The Oldest House, The Windmill, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head Lighthouse & more. Tours daily at 11:15, 1, & 2:45. Tickets $45. Book at 42 Straight Wharf, at nantucketbustours.com or at 508-228-0334.

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

11:45 AM - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

1 to 3:30 PM - Day Sail Aboard the Lynx

2 to 3 PM - Read to a Buddy with R.E.A.D. Dogs for Ages 6-12

2 PM - Sailors Valentine and the Art of the Shell

NHA Decorative Arts Demo during Nantucket by Design in Eleish van Breems Home, 14 Easy Street ~ evbantiques.com

2 to 3 PM - Treasures from the Vault

Meet under the white columns to explore the Atheneum’s unique history and collections through a slideshow, rare photos from the 1940s-60s by Louis S. Davidson, and a self-guided art tour. Free & open to the public at the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

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

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