The Road from Abolition to Suffrage
This is a story of inspiring individuals who moved Nantucket—and the nation—towards a more just and equitable distribution of political power.More Read more from The Road from Abolition to Suffrage
1845 Petitions for and against Integrating Nantucket Schools
Petition drives were widely used to promote reform movements in the nineteenth century. Early in 1845, six petitions were submitted...More Read more from 1845 Petitions for and against Integrating Nantucket Schools
Stove by a Whale: 20 Men, 3 Boats, 96 Days
Join us as we recount the story of the Essex and its crew and explore where these men came from, what happened to them, and how their tragic tale has fascinated storytellers for nearly 200 years.More Read more from Stove by a Whale: 20 Men, 3 Boats, 96 Days
Greater Light, A House Tour
“Well, who knows, we might find a barn someday.” Hanna Monaghan Gertrude (1887–1962) and Hanna Monaghan (1889–1972), Quaker sisters from...More Read more from Greater Light, A House Tour
The Nantucket Art Colony
The Nantucket Art Colony, 1920-45 was a collaborative exhibition presented by the Nantucket Historical Association and the Artists Association of Nantucket at the Whaling Museum, June–November, 2007.More Read more from The Nantucket Art Colony
The Whaleship Edward Cary
Featuring a digital presentation of archived materials from the NHA collections including logbooks, historic photographs, illustrations, and video.More Read more from The Whaleship Edward Cary
We All Speak Moby-Dick
The 2nd Annual We All Speak Moby-Dick “Call me Ishmael.” Welcome to We All Speak Moby-Dick! For the past two...More Read more from We All Speak Moby-Dick
Sometimes Think of Me
Meet the artist, Susan Boardman, view her exquisite embroidered narratives, and watch videos telling the stories of some of the remarkable women Susan honors in her work. More Read more from Sometimes Think of Me
JAG! Cape Verdean Heritage on Nantucket
From Cape Verdean's first arrival on Nantucket via whaling voyages to today holding prominent positions in the Nantucket community.More Read more from JAG! Cape Verdean Heritage on Nantucket
2nd Grade Digital Wall: A Celebration of Our Diverse Community
An exhibition by 2nd Grade students from Nantucket Public Schools about where Nantucketers have traveled and the places they come from today.More Read more from 2nd Grade Digital Wall: A Celebration of Our Diverse Community
Asian Treasures from The Billings Collection
Digital Exhibition Coming SoonMore Read more from Asian Treasures from The Billings Collection