Today • September 23 • at the NHA
Whaling Museum open 10am-4pm
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Beginning April 1
Whaling Museum open daily 10am-5pm
Today's whaling museum schedule
There are no scheduled events at the Whaling Museum today.
On This Day in Nantucket History
September 23, 1779Read more from September 23, 1779
An American Revolutionary War naval battle took place. Read more from September 23, 1779
Don't Miss . . .
Whaling Museum
Explore eleven unique galleries and exhibit spaces featuring thousands of artifacts and art pertaining to Nantucket life, art, and ideas and Nantucket's unique place in the world.More Read more from Whaling Museum
Hadwen House
The Hadwen House is a Greek Revival mansion built in 1846 by whaling merchant and silver retailer William Hadwen at...More Read more from Hadwen House
Nantucketers and Their Boats
This major exhibition is an exploration of the ways islanders rely on the water for work, recreation, and connection to the broader world.More Read more from Nantucketers and Their Boats
Celebrating Maria Mitchell and Her Legacy
This exhibition celebrates the 200th anniversary of the birth of Maria Mitchell—Nantucket native, educator, and the first female astronomer in America. A collaboration of the NHA and the Maria Mitchell Association. More Read more from Celebrating Maria Mitchell and Her Legacy
Paintings from the Nantucket Art Colony
In partnership with the Artists Association of Nantucket, the NHA presents selected paintings from the Nantucket art colony artists, 1920 to 1940.More Read more from Paintings from the Nantucket Art Colony
What's Next
Walden Chamber Players Concert
The NHA is pleased to present the return of the world-famous Walden Chamber Players. One of the most exciting and...More Read more from Walden Chamber Players Concert
Lecture: “Social Emotional Learning” with Dr. Catherine Steiner-Adair, part of Nantucket Lighthouse School Education Speaker Series
Author and consultant Dr. Catherine Steiner-Adair is a leading expert specializing in child development, education, family relationships, and workplace/family integration, Dr....More Read more from Lecture: “Social Emotional Learning” with Dr. Catherine Steiner-Adair, part of Nantucket Lighthouse School Education Speaker Series
NHA 1800 House Courses
Choose from our exciting 2018 lineup of early American decorative arts courses and register online!More Read more from Home
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