Maria Mitchell Association
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Hours:
See website for current hours. Administrative Offices Open Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm
About Us
The Nantucket Maria Mitchell Association is a private non-profit organization located on the island of Nantucket, Massachusetts. The Maria Mitchell Association (MMA) was founded in 1902 to preserve the legacy of Nantucket native astronomer, naturalist, librarian, and, above all, educator, Maria Mitchell. After she discovered a comet in 1847, Mitchell’s international fame led to many achievements and awards, including an appointment as the first American Professor of Astronomy at Vassar College. Maria Mitchell believed in “learning by doing” and today that philosophy is reflected in MMA’s mission statement, programs, research projects, and other activities.
The Maria Mitchell Association operates two observatories, a natural science museum, an aquarium, and preserves the historic birthplace of Maria Mitchell. A wide variety of science and history-related programming is offered throughout the year for people of all ages.
Events
Chestnut Animals: Crafting with the MMA
- Chestnut Animals: Crafting with the MMA at the Hinchman House Natural Science Museum
- Saturday Oct 18, 2025
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Ravenous Reptiles
- Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum!
- Friday Oct 24, 2025
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Galaxy Pumpkins: Weekend Crafting With the MMA
- Galaxy Pumpkins: Crafting With the MMA at the Hinchman House Natural Science Museum
- Saturday Oct 25, 2025
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Ravenous Reptiles
- Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum!
- Friday Oct 31, 2025
Spooky Walk: Downtown to Hinchman House
- Celebrate Halloween the Maria Mitchell way—through science, nature, and a touch of spooky fun! After your downtown trick-or-treating adventure, join an MMA Natu
- Friday Oct 31, 2025
Witch's Lantern: Crafting With the MMA
- Witch's Lantern:Weekend Crafting With the MMA at the Hinchman House Natural Science Museum
- Saturday Nov 1, 2025
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Ravenous Reptiles
- Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum!
- Friday Nov 7, 2025
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Fall Leaf Sunflowers: Weekend Crafting With the MMA
- Fall Leaf Sunflowers: Weekend Crafting with the MMA at the Hinchman House Natural Science Museum
- Saturday Nov 8, 2025
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Ravenous Reptiles
- Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum!
- Friday Nov 14, 2025
Fall Leaf Press Cards: Weekend Crafting With the MMA
- Fall Leaf Press Cards: Weekend Crafting with the MMA at the Hinchman House Natural Science Museum
- Saturday Nov 15, 2025
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Ravenous Reptiles
- Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum!
- Friday Nov 21, 2025
Birdseed Bird Feeders: Weekend Crafting With the MMA
- Birdseed Bird Feeders: Weekend Crafting With the MMA at the Hinchman House Natural Science Museum
- Saturday Nov 22, 2025
Ravenous Reptiles
- Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum!
- Friday Nov 28, 2025
Ornament Making: Weekend Crafting With the MMA
- Ornament Making: Weekend Crafting With the MMA at the Hinchman House Natural Science Museum
- Sunday Dec 7, 2025
Ornament Making: Weekend Crafting With the MMA
- Ornament Making: Weekend Crafting With the MMA at the Hinchman House Natural Science Museum
- Sunday Dec 14, 2025
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