Egan Maritime Institute and the Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum
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Hours:
Office: 8:30am - 4:30am
Musuem (In Season): 10am - 5:00 pm
Driving Directions:
Need a free ride to the Museum?
Catch the Shipwreck Shuttle from Visitors Services, 25 Federal Street, on the half-hour, starting at 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM, returning from the Museum on the hour.
About Us
Egan Maritime Institute promotes and preserves Nantucket’s maritime traditions. We strive to ensure that our Island’s culture and community continue to be shaped by its seafaring legacy. We achieve this through programs in the classroom, at the museum, and on the water.
The Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, an affiliate of Egan Maritime Institute, is dedicated to honoring Nantucket's history of shipwrecks, lifesaving, and rescuers. The museum sits at the edge of Folger’s Marsh, and the grounds are open year-round. The public is welcome to visit one of the most scenic sites on the Island for the view, enjoy a picnic, or watch the wide variety of birds interacting on the marsh.
Events
Hands-On Lifesaving Demonstrations: Breeches Buoy & Heaving Stick
- Participate in hands-on breeches buoy demonstrations with Egan Maritime at the Shipwreck and Lifesaving Museum every Wednesday and Friday this summer; free and
- Friday Aug 29, 2025
Tony Tuesdays
- Explore maritime history with Tony Tuesdays at the Shipwreck and Lifesaving Museum, featuring weekly artifact spotlights in July, August, and September.
- Tuesday Sep 2, 2025
Members Sail Aboard the Lynx
- Egan Maritime members can enjoy a complimentary sunset sail aboard the Tall Ship Lynx from Straight Wharf.
- Thursday Sep 4, 2025
Folger’s Marsh Kayak Tour with EMI & NCF
- Join Egan Maritime and the Nantucket Conservation Foundation for a free guided kayak tour of Folger’s Marsh, exploring its vibrant ecosystem.
- Tuesday Sep 9, 2025
Tony Tuesdays
- Explore maritime history with Tony Tuesdays at the Shipwreck and Lifesaving Museum, featuring weekly artifact spotlights in July, August, and September.
- Tuesday Sep 9, 2025
Lifesavers Recognition Day
- Honor Nantucket’s lifesaving heroes at the annual Lifesavers Recognition Day at the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum.
- Thursday Sep 11, 2025
Storytime with Marshall the Sea Dog!
- Bring your little ones to Storytime with Marshall the Sea Dog for ocean-themed stories and crafts at the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum.
- Saturday Sep 13, 2025
Tony Tuesdays
- Explore maritime history with Tony Tuesdays at the Shipwreck and Lifesaving Museum, featuring weekly artifact spotlights in July, August, and September.
- Tuesday Sep 16, 2025
Tony Tuesdays
- Explore maritime history with Tony Tuesdays at the Shipwreck and Lifesaving Museum, featuring weekly artifact spotlights in July, August, and September.
- Tuesday Sep 23, 2025
Birding with Nantucket Conservation Foundation
- Join Egan Maritime and the Nantucket Conservation Foundation for a free guided birding event at Folger’s Marsh, exploring local bird life.
- Wednesday Sep 24, 2025
Tony Tuesdays
- Explore maritime history with Tony Tuesdays at the Shipwreck and Lifesaving Museum, featuring weekly artifact spotlights in July, August, and September.
- Tuesday Sep 30, 2025
Foghorn Speaker Series: A One Trick Pony, Nantucket’s Economy
- Learn about Nantucket’s unique economy at the Foghorn Speaker Series: “A One Trick Pony” at the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum.
- Thursday Oct 2, 2025
