Maria Mitchell Association

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

Nature Storytime with Animal Friends
Nature Storytime with Animal Friends
  • During each session, a MMA educator will read a nature or science themed book, introduce you to one of the MMA's animal friends, and will finish up with an acti
  • Friday Sep 11, 2026
Marine Story Hour
  • an MMA educator will read a marine science themed book, introduce you to one of the MMA's animal friends, and will finish up with an activity related to the sto
  • Friday Sep 11, 2026
MMA Blue Science Club for Grades 6 - 8
  • dive into the science of Nantucket?s waters through hands-on experiments, investigations, specimen exploration, and creative challenges. Each session features a
  • Friday Sep 11, 2026
Nighttime Marine Ecology Field trip
Nighttime Marine Ecology Field trip
  • Nantucket Harbor teems with exciting marine life at night that is not visible in the day.
  • Friday Sep 11, 2026
Nighttime Marine Ecology Field trip
Nighttime Marine Ecology Field trip
Open Night: Stargazing at Loines Observatory
  • Join our professional astronomers for Stargazing Open Nights at Loines Observatory. Get a chance to view an impressive tour of Nantucket?s night sky. The MMA wi
  • Friday Sep 11, 2026
Ravenous Reptiles
Ravenous Reptiles
  • Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum! Learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, and more a
  • Saturday Sep 12, 2026
MMA Tie Dye Fest
Marine Ecology Field Trip
Marine Ecology Field Trip
  • What sea creatures live around Nantucket? Find out as you help to collect, identify, and release fish, crabs, shrimp, and other marine creatures with our huge s
  • Saturday Sep 12, 2026
Nantucket Bird Walk with Ginger Andrews
Nantucket Bird Walk with Ginger Andrews
  • Explore Nantucket’s birdy landscapes and hidden nooks with local bird guide and Inky Mirror columnist, Ginger Andrews.
  • Sunday Sep 13, 2026
Morning Feeding at the Aquarium
Morning Feeding at the Aquarium
Mini Movers
Mini Movers
  • Mini Movers and Shakers invites young children and their caregivers to wiggle, dance, and explore the animal kingdom through movement, music, and hands-on disco
  • Sunday Sep 13, 2026
POP UP Beach Biology Field Trip
POP UP Beach Biology Field Trip
  • Join MMA aquarium staff to learn about the fascinating biology, ecology, and geology that make Nantucket's beaches so unique.
  • Sunday Sep 13, 2026
Marine Ecology Field Trip
  • What sea creatures live around Nantucket? Find out as you help to collect, identify, and release fish, crabs, shrimp, and other marine creatures with our huge s
  • Monday Sep 14, 2026
Nature Storytime with Animal Friends
  • During each session, a MMA educator will read a nature or science themed book, introduce you to one of the MMA's animal friends, and will finish up with an acti
  • Tuesday Sep 15, 2026
Fall 1 After School Series
  • Join the Maria Mitchell Association this fall for our Fall I After-School Series, designed for students in Grades K?5. Each day of the week offers a unique set
  • Tuesday Sep 15, 2026
Marine Ecology Field Trip
  • What sea creatures live around Nantucket? Find out as you help to collect, identify, and release fish, crabs, shrimp, and other marine creatures with our huge s
  • Wednesday Sep 16, 2026
Fall 1 After School Series
  • Join the Maria Mitchell Association this fall for our Fall I After-School Series, designed for students in Grades K?5. Each day of the week offers a unique set
  • Wednesday Sep 16, 2026
Fall 1 After School Series
  • Join the Maria Mitchell Association this fall for our Fall I After-School Series, designed for students in Grades K?5. Each day of the week offers a unique set
  • Thursday Sep 17, 2026
Evening Art with Nikoline Bohr
Evening Art with Nikoline Bohr
Marine Storytime
Marine Storytime
  • Enjoy this program designed for the young aquarist in your family! During each session, an MMA educator will read a marine themed book.
  • Friday Sep 18, 2026
Marine Story Hour
  • an MMA educator will read a marine science themed book, introduce you to one of the MMA's animal friends, and will finish up with an activity related to the sto
  • Friday Sep 18, 2026
Marine Ecology Field Trip
  • What sea creatures live around Nantucket? Find out as you help to collect, identify, and release fish, crabs, shrimp, and other marine creatures with our huge s
  • Friday Sep 18, 2026
MMA Blue Science Club for Grades 6 - 8
  • dive into the science of Nantucket?s waters through hands-on experiments, investigations, specimen exploration, and creative challenges. Each session features a
  • Friday Sep 18, 2026
Nighttime Marine Ecology Field trip
  • Nantucket Harbor teems with exciting marine life at night that is not visible in the day.
  • Friday Sep 18, 2026
Open Night: Stargazing at Loines Observatory
  • Join our professional astronomers for Stargazing Open Nights at Loines Observatory. Get a chance to view an impressive tour of Nantucket?s night sky. The MMA wi
  • Friday Sep 18, 2026
Morning Feeding at the Aquarium
Maria Mitchell and the Daring Daughters of Nantucket Island
Maria Mitchell and the Daring Daughters of Nantucket Island
Morning Feeding at the Aquarium
Marine Ecology Field Trip
  • What sea creatures live around Nantucket? Find out as you help to collect, identify, and release fish, crabs, shrimp, and other marine creatures with our huge s
  • Monday Sep 21, 2026
Nature Storytime with Animal Friends
  • During each session, a MMA educator will read a nature or science themed book, introduce you to one of the MMA's animal friends, and will finish up with an acti
  • Tuesday Sep 22, 2026
Fall 1 After School Series
  • Join the Maria Mitchell Association this fall for our Fall I After-School Series, designed for students in Grades K?5. Each day of the week offers a unique set
  • Tuesday Sep 22, 2026
Marine Ecology Field Trip
  • What sea creatures live around Nantucket? Find out as you help to collect, identify, and release fish, crabs, shrimp, and other marine creatures with our huge s
  • Wednesday Sep 23, 2026
Fall 1 After School Series
  • Join the Maria Mitchell Association this fall for our Fall I After-School Series, designed for students in Grades K?5. Each day of the week offers a unique set
  • Wednesday Sep 23, 2026
Fall 1 After School Series
  • Join the Maria Mitchell Association this fall for our Fall I After-School Series, designed for students in Grades K?5. Each day of the week offers a unique set
  • Thursday Sep 24, 2026
Marine Story Hour
  • an MMA educator will read a marine science themed book, introduce you to one of the MMA's animal friends, and will finish up with an activity related to the sto
  • Friday Sep 25, 2026
Marine Storytime
  • Enjoy this program designed for the young aquarist in your family! During each session, an MMA educator will read a marine themed book.
  • Friday Sep 25, 2026
Marine Ecology Field Trip
  • What sea creatures live around Nantucket? Find out as you help to collect, identify, and release fish, crabs, shrimp, and other marine creatures with our huge s
  • Friday Sep 25, 2026
MMA Blue Science Club for Grades 6 - 8
  • dive into the science of Nantucket?s waters through hands-on experiments, investigations, specimen exploration, and creative challenges. Each session features a
  • Friday Sep 25, 2026
Nighttime Marine Ecology Field trip
Nighttime Marine Ecology Field trip
Nighttime Marine Ecology Field trip
  • Nantucket Harbor teems with exciting marine life at night that is not visible in the day.
  • Friday Sep 25, 2026
Open Night: Stargazing at Loines Observatory
  • Join our professional astronomers for Stargazing Open Nights at Loines Observatory. Get a chance to view an impressive tour of Nantucket?s night sky. The MMA wi
  • Friday Sep 25, 2026
Morning Feeding at the Aquarium
Morning Feeding at the Aquarium
Nature Storytime with Animal Friends
  • During each session, a MMA educator will read a nature or science themed book, introduce you to one of the MMA's animal friends, and will finish up with an acti
  • Tuesday Sep 29, 2026
Fall 1 After School Series
  • Join the Maria Mitchell Association this fall for our Fall I After-School Series, designed for students in Grades K?5. Each day of the week offers a unique set
  • Tuesday Sep 29, 2026
Fall 1 After School Series
  • Join the Maria Mitchell Association this fall for our Fall I After-School Series, designed for students in Grades K?5. Each day of the week offers a unique set
  • Wednesday Sep 30, 2026
Scalloping Field Trip
  • A scalloping field trip adventure- join us in collecting and observing bay scallops. We will learn about their biology and the challenges they face.
  • Thursday Oct 1, 2026
Fall 1 After School Series
  • Join the Maria Mitchell Association this fall for our Fall I After-School Series, designed for students in Grades K?5. Each day of the week offers a unique set
  • Thursday Oct 1, 2026
MMA Stargazer Pilsner Release Party at Cisco Brewers
  • Join Cisco Brewers and the Maria Mitchell Association for the debut of Stargazer Dry Hopped Pilsner?brewed exclusively by Cisco Brewers for the MMA
  • Thursday Oct 1, 2026
Nature Storytime with Animal Friends
Nature Storytime with Animal Friends
Marine Story Hour
  • an MMA educator will read a marine science themed book, introduce you to one of the MMA's animal friends, and will finish up with an activity related to the sto
  • Friday Oct 2, 2026
Marine Storytime
  • Enjoy this program designed for the young aquarist in your family! During each session, an MMA educator will read a marine themed book.
  • Friday Oct 2, 2026
MMA Blue Science Club for Grades 6 - 8
  • dive into the science of Nantucket?s waters through hands-on experiments, investigations, specimen exploration, and creative challenges. Each session features a
  • Friday Oct 2, 2026
Open Night: Stargazing at Loines Observatory
  • Join our professional astronomers for Stargazing Open Nights at Loines Observatory. Get a chance to view an impressive tour of Nantucket?s night sky. The MMA wi
  • Friday Oct 2, 2026
Morning Feeding at the Aquarium
Four Centuries Domestic Architecture Tour
  • A unique and extremely popular collaborative walking tour with the MMA's Deputy Director & Curator of the Mitchell House, the Nantucket Preservation Trust.
  • Saturday Oct 3, 2026
Scalloping Field Trip
  • Join the Maria Mitchell Aquarium Manager, Chelsea Petrik, on a scalloping adventure as we collect and observe bay scallops.
  • Saturday Oct 3, 2026
The Great Scallop Hunt
Morning Feeding at the Aquarium
Scalloping Field Trip
  • Join the Maria Mitchell Aquarium Manager, Chelsea Petrik, on a scalloping adventure! As we collect and observe bay scallops in Nantucket Sound
  • Sunday Oct 4, 2026
Outdoor Art with Nikoline Bohr
Outdoor Art with Nikoline Bohr
  • Outdoor Art invites participants to slow down, observe, and connect with the natural world through close-up drawing and artistic exploration.
  • Sunday Oct 4, 2026
Outdoor Art with Nikoline Bohr
  • Outdoor Art invites participants to slow down, observe, and connect with the natural world through close-up drawing and artistic exploration.
  • Monday Oct 5, 2026
Nature Storytime with Animal Friends
  • During each session, a MMA educator will read a nature or science themed book, introduce you to one of the MMA's animal friends, and will finish up with an acti
  • Tuesday Oct 6, 2026
Fall 1 After School Series
  • Join the Maria Mitchell Association this fall for our Fall I After-School Series, designed for students in Grades K?5. Each day of the week offers a unique set
  • Tuesday Oct 6, 2026
Scalloping Field Trip
  • Join the Maria Mitchell Aquarium Manager, Chelsea Petrik, on a scalloping adventure as we collect and observe bay scallops in the Nantucket Sound.
  • Wednesday Oct 7, 2026
Fall 1 After School Series
  • Join the Maria Mitchell Association this fall for our Fall I After-School Series, designed for students in Grades K?5. Each day of the week offers a unique set
  • Wednesday Oct 7, 2026
Open Night: Stargazing at Loines Observatory
Open Night: Stargazing at Loines Observatory
Mini Movers
  • Mini Movers and Shakers invites young children and their caregivers to wiggle, dance, and explore the animal kingdom through movement, music, and hands-on disco
  • Thursday Oct 8, 2026
Fall 1 After School Series
  • Join the Maria Mitchell Association this fall for our Fall I After-School Series, designed for students in Grades K?5. Each day of the week offers a unique set
  • Thursday Oct 8, 2026
Scalloping Field Trip
  • Join the Maria Mitchell Aquarium Manager, Chelsea Petrik, on a scalloping adventure as we collect and observe bay scallops in the Nantucket Sound
  • Thursday Oct 8, 2026
Evening Art with Nikoline Bohr
Evening Art with Nikoline Bohr
  • Experience an evening of creativity and inspiration during this special art program at the Maria Mitchell Association Natural Science Museum.
  • Thursday Oct 8, 2026
Evening Art with Nikoline Bohr
Owl Prowl
Owl Prowl
  • n the MMA's Field Ornithologist, Ginger Andrews, as we listen for calls of a variety of nocturnal animals and birds.
  • Thursday Oct 8, 2026
Pop Up Nantucket Bird Walk with Ginger Andrews
  • Explore Nantucket?s birdy landscapes and hidden nooks with local bird guide and Inquirer and Mirror columnist, Ginger Andrews.
  • Friday Oct 9, 2026
Nature Storytime with Animal Friends
Marine Story Hour
  • an MMA educator will read a marine science themed book, introduce you to one of the MMA's animal friends, and will finish up with an activity related to the sto
  • Friday Oct 9, 2026
Marine Storytime
  • Enjoy this program designed for the young aquarist in your family! During each session, an MMA educator will read a marine themed book.
  • Friday Oct 9, 2026
MMA Blue Science Club for Grades 6 - 8
  • dive into the science of Nantucket?s waters through hands-on experiments, investigations, specimen exploration, and creative challenges. Each session features a
  • Friday Oct 9, 2026
Miss Mitchell's Comet Party
  • Maria Mitchell Association will celebrate the anniversary of Miss Mitchell's comet Oct 9th from7-9pm at Loines Observatory at 59 Milk St.
  • Friday Oct 9, 2026
Open Night: Stargazing at Loines Observatory
  • Join our professional astronomers for Stargazing Open Nights at Loines Observatory. Get a chance to view an impressive tour of Nantucket?s night sky. The MMA wi
  • Friday Oct 9, 2026
Ravenous Reptiles
  • Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum! Learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, and more a
  • Saturday Oct 10, 2026
Mini Movers
  • Mini Movers and Shakers invites young children and their caregivers to wiggle, dance, and explore the animal kingdom through movement, music, and hands-on disco
  • Saturday Oct 10, 2026
Ravenous Reptiles
  • Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum! Learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, and more a
  • Sunday Oct 11, 2026
Outdoor Art with Nikoline Bohr
  • Outdoor Art invites participants to slow down, observe, and connect with the natural world through close-up drawing and artistic exploration.
  • Monday Oct 12, 2026
Nature Storytime with Animal Friends
  • During each session, a MMA educator will read a nature or science themed book, introduce you to one of the MMA's animal friends, and will finish up with an acti
  • Tuesday Oct 13, 2026
Fall 1 After School Series
  • Join the Maria Mitchell Association this fall for our Fall I After-School Series, designed for students in Grades K?5. Each day of the week offers a unique set
  • Tuesday Oct 13, 2026
Fall 1 After School Series
  • Join the Maria Mitchell Association this fall for our Fall I After-School Series, designed for students in Grades K?5. Each day of the week offers a unique set
  • Wednesday Oct 14, 2026
Mini Movers
  • Mini Movers and Shakers invites young children and their caregivers to wiggle, dance, and explore the animal kingdom through movement, music, and hands-on disco
  • Thursday Oct 15, 2026
Fall 1 After School Series
  • Join the Maria Mitchell Association this fall for our Fall I After-School Series, designed for students in Grades K?5. Each day of the week offers a unique set
  • Thursday Oct 15, 2026
Evening Art with Nikoline Bohr
  • Experience an evening of creativity and inspiration during this special art program at the Maria Mitchell Association Natural Science Museum.
  • Thursday Oct 15, 2026
Evening Art with Nikoline Bohr
Nature Storytime with Animal Friends
MMA Blue Science Club for Grades 6 - 8
  • dive into the science of Nantucket?s waters through hands-on experiments, investigations, specimen exploration, and creative challenges. Each session features a
  • Friday Oct 16, 2026
Open Night: Stargazing at Loines Observatory
  • Join our professional astronomers for Stargazing Open Nights at Loines Observatory. Get a chance to view an impressive tour of Nantucket?s night sky. The MMA wi
  • Friday Oct 16, 2026
Ravenous Reptiles
  • Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum! Learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, and more a
  • Saturday Oct 17, 2026
Mini Movers
  • Mini Movers and Shakers invites young children and their caregivers to wiggle, dance, and explore the animal kingdom through movement, music, and hands-on disco
  • Saturday Oct 17, 2026
Ravenous Reptiles
  • Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum! Learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, and more a
  • Sunday Oct 18, 2026
Outdoor Art with Nikoline Bohr
  • Outdoor Art invites participants to slow down, observe, and connect with the natural world through close-up drawing and artistic exploration.
  • Monday Oct 19, 2026
Nature Storytime with Animal Friends
  • During each session, a MMA educator will read a nature or science themed book, introduce you to one of the MMA's animal friends, and will finish up with an acti
  • Tuesday Oct 20, 2026
Fall 1 After School Series
  • Join the Maria Mitchell Association this fall for our Fall I After-School Series, designed for students in Grades K?5. Each day of the week offers a unique set
  • Tuesday Oct 20, 2026
Fall 1 After School Series
  • Join the Maria Mitchell Association this fall for our Fall I After-School Series, designed for students in Grades K?5. Each day of the week offers a unique set
  • Wednesday Oct 21, 2026
Mini Movers
  • Mini Movers and Shakers invites young children and their caregivers to wiggle, dance, and explore the animal kingdom through movement, music, and hands-on disco
  • Thursday Oct 22, 2026
Fall 1 After School Series
  • Join the Maria Mitchell Association this fall for our Fall I After-School Series, designed for students in Grades K?5. Each day of the week offers a unique set
  • Thursday Oct 22, 2026
Evening Art with Nikoline Bohr
  • Experience an evening of creativity and inspiration during this special art program at the Maria Mitchell Association Natural Science Museum.
  • Thursday Oct 22, 2026
Evening Art with Nikoline Bohr
Nature Storytime with Animal Friends
MMA Blue Science Club for Grades 6 - 8
  • dive into the science of Nantucket?s waters through hands-on experiments, investigations, specimen exploration, and creative challenges. Each session features a
  • Friday Oct 23, 2026
Open Night: Stargazing at Loines Observatory
  • Join our professional astronomers for Stargazing Open Nights at Loines Observatory. Get a chance to view an impressive tour of Nantucket?s night sky. The MMA wi
  • Friday Oct 23, 2026
Ravenous Reptiles
  • Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum! Learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, and more a
  • Saturday Oct 24, 2026
Mini Movers
  • Mini Movers and Shakers invites young children and their caregivers to wiggle, dance, and explore the animal kingdom through movement, music, and hands-on disco
  • Saturday Oct 24, 2026
Ravenous Reptiles
  • Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum! Learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, and more a
  • Sunday Oct 25, 2026
Outdoor Art with Nikoline Bohr
  • Outdoor Art invites participants to slow down, observe, and connect with the natural world through close-up drawing and artistic exploration.
  • Monday Oct 26, 2026
Nature Storytime with Animal Friends
  • During each session, a MMA educator will read a nature or science themed book, introduce you to one of the MMA's animal friends, and will finish up with an acti
  • Tuesday Oct 27, 2026
Mini Movers
  • Mini Movers and Shakers invites young children and their caregivers to wiggle, dance, and explore the animal kingdom through movement, music, and hands-on disco
  • Thursday Oct 29, 2026
Evening Art with Nikoline Bohr
  • Experience an evening of creativity and inspiration during this special art program at the Maria Mitchell Association Natural Science Museum.
  • Thursday Oct 29, 2026
Evening Art with Nikoline Bohr
Nature Storytime with Animal Friends
MMA Blue Science Club for Grades 6 - 8
  • dive into the science of Nantucket?s waters through hands-on experiments, investigations, specimen exploration, and creative challenges. Each session features a
  • Friday Oct 30, 2026
Open Night: Stargazing at Loines Observatory
  • Join our professional astronomers for Stargazing Open Nights at Loines Observatory. Get a chance to view an impressive tour of Nantucket?s night sky. The MMA wi
  • Friday Oct 30, 2026
Ravenous Reptiles
  • Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum! Learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, and more a
  • Saturday Oct 31, 2026
Mini Movers
  • Mini Movers and Shakers invites young children and their caregivers to wiggle, dance, and explore the animal kingdom through movement, music, and hands-on disco
  • Saturday Oct 31, 2026
Ravenous Reptiles
  • Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum! Learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, and more a
  • Sunday Nov 1, 2026
Nature Storytime with Animal Friends
  • During each session, a MMA educator will read a nature or science themed book, introduce you to one of the MMA's animal friends, and will finish up with an acti
  • Tuesday Nov 3, 2026
Mini Movers
  • Mini Movers and Shakers invites young children and their caregivers to wiggle, dance, and explore the animal kingdom through movement, music, and hands-on disco
  • Thursday Nov 5, 2026
MMA Blue Science Club for Grades 6 - 8
  • dive into the science of Nantucket?s waters through hands-on experiments, investigations, specimen exploration, and creative challenges. Each session features a
  • Friday Nov 6, 2026
Open Night: Stargazing at Loines Observatory
  • Join our professional astronomers for Stargazing Open Nights at Loines Observatory. Get a chance to view an impressive tour of Nantucket?s night sky. The MMA wi
  • Friday Nov 6, 2026
Ravenous Reptiles
  • Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum! Learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, and more a
  • Saturday Nov 7, 2026
Mini Movers
  • Mini Movers and Shakers invites young children and their caregivers to wiggle, dance, and explore the animal kingdom through movement, music, and hands-on disco
  • Saturday Nov 7, 2026
Ravenous Reptiles
  • Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum! Learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, and more a
  • Sunday Nov 8, 2026
Nature Storytime with Animal Friends
  • During each session, a MMA educator will read a nature or science themed book, introduce you to one of the MMA's animal friends, and will finish up with an acti
  • Tuesday Nov 10, 2026