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
Marine Storytime
- Enjoy this program designed for the young aquatic in your family!
- Tuesday Sep 2, 2025
Marine Storytime
- Enjoy this program designed for the young aquatic in your family!
- Thursday Sep 4, 2025
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Marine Storytime
- Enjoy this program designed for the young aquatic in your family!
- Saturday Sep 6, 2025
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Nantucket Bird Walk
- Explore Nantucket’s birdy landscapes and hidden nooks with local bird guide and Inquirer and Mirror columnist, Ginger Andrews.
- Sunday Sep 7, 2025
Marine Storytime
- Enjoy this program designed for the young aquatic in your family!
- Tuesday Sep 9, 2025
September Science Speaker Series, James Currie "The Last of the Big Tuskers"
- James Currie will present an engaging discussion, “The Last of the Big Tuskers,” focused on African “super tusker” elephants.
- Wednesday Sep 10, 2025
Marine Storytime
- Enjoy this program designed for the young aquatic in your family!
- Thursday Sep 11, 2025
Earth Story Walk
- A field expedition exploring how evolutionary history shaped human intelligence. Walking through Nantucket's diverse landscapes
- Friday Sep 12, 2025
Artist Opening Reception with Laura Bredin Hussey "The Places I've Been"
- An artist opening reception with Laura Bredin Hussey in support of the Maria Mitchell Association.
- Friday Sep 12, 2025
Marine Storytime
- Enjoy this program designed for the young aquatic in your family!
- Saturday Sep 13, 2025
A Show by Artist Laura Bredin Hussey in Support of the Maria Mitchell Association
- Artist Show by Laura Bredin Hussey in Support of the Maria Mitchell Association
- Saturday Sep 13, 2025
Nantucket Bird Walk
- Explore Nantucket’s birdy landscapes and hidden nooks with local bird guide and Inquirer and Mirror columnist, Ginger Andrews.
- Sunday Sep 14, 2025
Marine Storytime
- Enjoy this program designed for the young aquatic in your family!
- Tuesday Sep 16, 2025
Marine Storytime
- Enjoy this program designed for the young aquatic in your family!
- Thursday Sep 18, 2025
Marine Storytime
- Enjoy this program designed for the young aquatic in your family!
- Saturday Sep 20, 2025
Nantucket Bird Walk
- Explore Nantucket’s birdy landscapes and hidden nooks with local bird guide and Inquirer and Mirror columnist, Ginger Andrews.
- Sunday Sep 21, 2025
Marine Storytime
- Enjoy this program designed for the young aquatic in your family!
- Tuesday Sep 23, 2025
Marine Storytime
- Enjoy this program designed for the young aquatic in your family!
- Thursday Sep 25, 2025
Marine Storytime
- Enjoy this program designed for the young aquatic in your family!
- Saturday Sep 27, 2025
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Nantucket Bird Walk
- Explore Nantucket’s birdy landscapes and hidden nooks with local bird guide and Inquirer and Mirror columnist, Ginger Andrews.
- Sunday Sep 28, 2025
Marine Storytime
- Enjoy this program designed for the young aquatic in your family!
- Tuesday Sep 30, 2025
Nantucket Bird Walk
- Explore Nantucket’s birdy landscapes and hidden nooks with local bird guide and Inquirer and Mirror columnist, Ginger Andrews.
- Sunday Oct 5, 2025
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Nantucket Bird Walk
- Explore Nantucket’s birdy landscapes and hidden nooks with local bird guide and Inquirer and Mirror columnist, Ginger Andrews.
- Sunday Oct 12, 2025
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