Nantucket 2014-2015 The Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce
www.NantucketChamber.org
VOTED BEST ISLAND IN THE WORLD BY NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC*
Your Nantucket escape is just an hour away.
Come aboard The Steamship Authority’s high-speed ferry, Iyanough — Hyannis to Nantucket, dock-to-dock in just an hour. Arrive steps from Nantucket’s charming Main Street or take a tour of this beautiful island. It’s the way to go for a day of escape.
50
$
HIGH-SPEED FERRY to NANTUCKET Same Day, Round-Trip Monday—Thursday
Free Wi-Fi and television on-board and at terminals Snack bar with beverages • Parking and free shuttle service Bookmark our mobile website
Lowest fares to the Islands
SteamshipAuthor it y.com • 508.495.FA ST (3278) Traditional ferr y ser v ice also available.
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New Bedford
Boston
ACK Providence*
Hyannis
White Plains* Martha’s Vineyard New York City
So many places in so little time. Be where you want to be in minutes when you hop on one of our fast, frequent flights. Easily connect in Boston to most major carriers, fly to White Plains where a ride awaits to take you to Midtown NYC, or just jump over to Hyannis for off-island business. Discount Ticket Books make it even more affordable. Book online or give us a call.
*Seasonal service.
800-CAPE-AIR capeair.com
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The Islanders’ Choice for Travel. Voted BEST BOAT LINE since 2004.
a q Family owned & operated since 1962 a q High-Speed & Traditional ferries a q KIDS RIDE FREE on traditional ferry a q FREE WIFI onboard & dockside a q Inter-Island Trips between Nantucket & Martha’s Vineyard a q Island Networking: Insiders Travel e-Guides & Specials a q Coffee Table Café & The Raw Bar at Hy-Line Landing a q On board food service with full bar a q Onsite parking, no shuttle hassles a q Same day online reservations Pete Buckler
Captain on Grey Lady Employee since 1990
Best Service. Great Value. Better Choice.
Hy-Line Landing • 230 Ocean Street • Hyannis hylinecruises.com • 800 492-8082 HyLine_Island_Ferries.indd 1
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T A B L E OF
Contents ©Michael Galvin
6 What’s New
80 Biking Routes
7 Welcome to Nantucket
81 Tips for Cyclists
8 About our Chamber of Commerce
100 Arts & Culture
9 Travel Information
101 Artistic Pursuits
13 Ferry Schedules
114 Food & Dining
14 Airline Schedules
126 Merchants
15 Public Transportation
152 Real Estate
16 Frequently Asked Questions
166 Services & Transportation
17 Respecting our Natural Resources
202 Weddings & Functions
18 Island Map
203 A Nantucket Wedding
19 Average Temperatures
205 Corporate Getaways
20 Find Your Nantucket
214 Member Index
24 Nantucket’s History & Historical Sites 31 Lighthouses 31 Places of Worship 32 Best Island in the World: Nantucket 36 Trivia 38 Nantucket Naturally 41 Island Birding 42 Deer Tick Awareness 43 Public Beaches 44 Chamber-Sponsored Events 50 Accommodations 76 Island Activities 77 Family Activities 79 Fishing & Shellfishing Regulations
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Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce Zero Main Street, Nantucket, MA 02554 508-228-3643 www.NantucketChamber.org Funded, in part, by the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism
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20 FEDERAL STREET
NANTUCKET
508 228 4404
450 S COUNTY ROAD
PALM BEACH
561 832 1333
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uuuuu The Nantucket Harbor Stop & Shop is ideally located for visitors with a boat slip or vacationing in our downtown inns and guest houses. Providing all quality ingredients, the store carries everything you need for a family barbeque or picnic. It’s also the perfect stop for a quick take-out breakfast, lunch or dinner…. enjoy it on one of the sunny benches at the wharf or take it to the beach! Plans are underway for a brand new mid-island store as well!
Renowned for unique and special gifts and home accessories, Freedman’s of Nantucket always has something new! Come see the most “WOW” clock ever…with twelve miniature clocks attached to one main clock! Also new this year is a nickel-hammered serving tray surrounded by a black, tan and white buffalo horn with horns for handles. Don Freedman is usually on hand to show you his personally created marble pieces– don’t miss the pair of white marble whales! Stop by the store at 14 Centre Street while on island for a truly one-of-a-kind gift.
Keep up on the latest travel information to and from the island on the Steamship Authority’s newly redesigned web site, www.steamshipauthority.com. Enhanced navigation provides quick access to ferry arrivals and departures, parking information, trip status, GPS-friendly directions and so much more. Be sure to bookmark the Steamship’s mobile web site to your mobile device for easy access while traveling to and from the island. Looking for that perfect little treasure to remember your island sojourn? Need a special gift? Blue Beetle has long been “the” destination on Nantucket for everything from classic ladies apparel and accessories to unique jewelry and monogrammed gifts. Their exclusive collection of Nantucket Charm Beads (compatible with Pandora, Troll & Chamilia) combined with their nautical charm bar allows you to build and design your signature piece of Nantucket jewelry. Visit the store at 12 Main Street year- round for monogram jewelry, tote bags and outdoor entertaining items…or visit on-line at www.BlueBeetleNantucket.com.
Nantucket Bank became a division of Blue Hills Bank earlier this year, and now offers more banking conveniences than ever. From Mobile Check Deposits to free ATM access nationwide on many of their checking accounts, you can bank anytime, anywhere – on-island or off. Plus, expanded commercial and residential loan offerings provide business owners and homebuyers access to local lenders with competitive rates and smart borrowing solutions. With three on-island locations, one right in town and two mid-island, they are here to serve you! 6 • 2014 Official Guide to Nantucket
W E L C O M E TO
Nantucket ©Michael Galvin
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lthough Nantucket is less than 30 miles off the coast of Cape Cod, you’ll realize the minute you set foot on our wharves that you’ve landed in a place where time stands still. Cobblestoned streets, ship captains’ mansions and charming boutiques, inns and restaurants all housed in 18th century buildings are reminders of a bygone era. Such a unique setting begs you to relax and enjoy the simple pleasures that make our tiny island one-of-a-kind. Whether your passion is for history and the arts or your tastes favor the best in culinary cuisine… Perhaps you love sports, from fishing and swimming to biking, hiking, bird watching and more… Or shopping some of the world’s most eclectic boutiques is your favorite “sport”… Maybe you and your partner are merely seeking a quiet little hideaway... It’s all here, so go out and… FIND YOUR NANTUCKET! Whether you come to our island for a brief visit – or to relocate – the world’s travel authorities have agreed that Nantucket is a place like no other: TripAdvisor: Ranked #8 of America’s Top Ten Most Desirable Islands National Geographic: “Best Island In the World” Travel & Leisure: “One of America’s Greatest Main Streets” Travel Channel: “Ranked #3 of U.S. Beaches” Condé Nast Traveler: Ranked #8 of Top U.S. Islands USA Today: Perfect Beach Town for Fall Vacation National Geographic: Best of the World Weekly and ranked #4 Best Fall Trip Yankee Magazine: Ranked #3 in Best Beach Towns Flipkey by TripAdvisor: One of the Top East Coast Beach Vacations This annual Guidebook is published by the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce in cooperation with the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism to provide you with all you need to plan your trip or the next stage in your life! Join us… let our island create memories that endure forever as you make Nantucket your own! Sincerely, P.J. Martin Smith, Executive Director Cover Photograph: Courtesy of Nantucket Historical Association Design and Production: Litos Strategic Communication • Printing: Recycled Paper Printing, Inc. The Official Guide to Nantucket is published annually by the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce. ©2014 Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce. All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part of this publication by any means without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. Requests for copies, inquiries for advertising, editorial, or photographic submissions should be directed to the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce, Zero Main Street • Nantucket, MA 02554 • 508-228-3643 In the event of any error or omission in this Guide, the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce (NICC) assumes no liability for losses resulting in, nor any obligation to correct, the error or omission. For paid listings, the liability is limited to the amount paid for the listing in which the error occurred, for the issue life of the Guide. The NICC assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions occurring either in non-paid listings, editorial content, or in paid camera-ready advertising submitted to the NICC. www.nantucketchamber.org • 7
ABOUT OUR
Chamber of Commerce ©Michael Galvin
The Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce was founded in 1934 and incorporated in 1954. It is the primary organization dedicated to promoting the interests of the island business community. With business, nonprofit, and individual members, the Chamber is also concerned with the ongoing viability and vitality of the historical, cultural, civic, environmental and recreational features that position Nantucket as a premier destination for visitors and provides a special way of life for its residents. To that end, the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce embraces its mission statement: To foster Nantucket’s economic vitality, while respecting the island’s unique quality of life, to the benefit of our membership and community. The Chamber office is located in the heart of historic downtown Nantucket – upstairs at Zero Main Street – where our staff is available to assist with visitor inquiries. Peruse our extensive brochure racks, where you will find a bounty of information about our member businesses, activities, events, maps, and more. We look forward to assisting you! Staff Executive Director PJ Martin Smith Public Relations & Marketing Manager Jean Cawley
Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors 2014/2015
Officers/Executive Board Bill Ferrall, President Leslie Snell, President-Elect Mike Boylan, Vice-President Melanie Sabin, Treasurer Janet Schulte, Secretary Directors-at-Large Jay Bowen, Nantucket Cottage Hospital Mike Boylan, The UPS Store Diana Brown, Nantucket Community Sailing Mark Donato, Sconset Market Marsha Egan, Egan Group, Inc. Bill Ferrall, Nantucket Home/NAREB Holly Finigan, BlACKbook/Ventuno Jamie Holmes, Nantucket Hotel & Resort Bridgette Hynes, Nantucket Island Resorts Mark Manchester, Nantucket Inn Melanie Sabin, Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank Robert Sarkisian, Island Properties Janet Schulte, Maria Mitchell Association Geoffrey Smith, G. J. Smith Landscaping & Lawn Care Karl Smith, Arrowhead Nursery
Office Administrator June Meyers
Leslie Snell, Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission
Information & Media Specialist Michael Galvin
Deb Sosebee, Sosebee Studios & Fine Art Galleries
Member Services Manager Alyssa Corry
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Walt Spokowski, Marine Home Center Bob Steber, NIR Retail
TRAVEL
Information
Ferry Lines Steamship Authority (see schedules, p. 13) South Street Dock, Hyannis, MA Steamboat Wharf, Nantucket, MA www.SteamshipAuthority.com
• Carries vehicles; reservations required • Carries passengers, bicycles (for a fee) and pets; no reservations required • Approximate 2 1/4-hour cruise time
Car ferry information and reservations: 508-477-8600; TDD 508-540-1394 • Toll free from Nantucket: 508-228-3274 • Nantucket Ticket Office Day of Sailing Information: 508-228-0262 • Hyannis Ticket Office Day of Sailing Information: 508-771-4000 • Operates year-round
High-Speed Ferry information and reservations: 508-495-FAST (3278) • Reservations are recommended • No vehicles; limited bicycle space for a fee • Secure parking for a fee in Hyannis with free shuttle service • Approximate 1-hour cruise time
Hy-Line Cruises (see schedules, p. 13)
• Year-round, high-speed catamaran ferry; approximate 1-hour cruise time • Seasonal traditional ferry service MayOctober with first-class section available; approximate 1 3/4-hour cruise time from Hyannis • Carries passengers, pets, and bicycles • On-site parking for a fee at Hyannis location • Seasonal inter-island service between Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard • Seasonal high-speed ferry service May-October • Approximate 1-hour, 10-minute cruise time • Additional service upon request • Carries passengers, bicycles, and most pets • Parking in private lot available • Free parking for day trips
Ocean Street Dock, Hyannis, MA Straight Wharf, Nantucket, MA www.hylinecruises.com Hyannis office: 508-778-2600 Nantucket office: 508-228-3949 Toll-free: 800-492-8082
Freedom Cruise Line Saquatucket Harbor, Harwich Port, MA Straight Wharf, Nantucket, MA www.nantucketislandferry.com Information/schedules: 508-432-8999
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Major & Local Airlines
Aircraft Charters
Nantucket Memorial Airport (www. nantucketairport.com) is the second-busiest commercial airport in Massachusetts after Logan International and operates year-round. The terminal houses airlines, a restaurant, ATM machines, restrooms, car rental agencies, and free wireless Internet. Taxi service is available. Public shuttle bus service to town operates seasonally.
Boston Executive Helicopters
781-603-6186
Cape Air
800-227-3247
Reliant Air
203-743-5100
From Hyannis, MA: Island Airlines Nantucket Airlines
Tradewind Aviation, LLC 800-248-7779 800-635-8787
203-267-3305 800-376-7922
From Martha’s Vineyard, MA: Cape Air
800-227-3247
From Boston, MA: Cape Air Jet Blue Airways*
800-227-3247 800-538-2583
From New Bedford, MA: Cape Air
800-227-3247
From Providence, RI: Cape Air*
800-227-3247
Nantucket Express 888-NANTUCK 508-228-NANT Ocean Wings Air Charter 508-325-5548 800-253-5039
Private Boat When arriving by private boat, you’ll find that Nantucket offers some of the finest marina and mooring services on the East Coast, including: Nantucket Boat Basin
800-NAN-BOAT
Nantucket Moorings
508-228-4472
Town Pier/Harbormaster
508-228-7261
Boating supplies/services are available at:
From JFK, NY: Delta Airlines* Jet Blue Airways*
800-221-1212 800-538-2583
Brant Point Marine
508-228-6244
From La Guardia, NY: Delta Airlines*
Glyn’s Marine
508-228-0244
800-221-1212
Grey Lady Marine
508-228-6525
From Newark, NJ: United Airlines*
Madaket Marine
508-228-1163
800-864-8331
Nantucket Marine
508-228-6505
From Teterboro, NJ: Tradewind Aviation, LLC*
800-376-7922
Tugboat Tim’s
508-228-8500
From Washington (National), DC: US Airways Express Air Wisconsin* 800-428-4322 From Westchester/White Plains, NY: Cape Air 800-227-3247 Tradewind Aviation, LLC* 800-376-7922 *Seasonal operation
Train The CapeFLYER offers weekend passenger service from Boston to Hyannis from Memorial Day to Columbus Day. For more information, contact the Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority at 800-352-7155.
Private Plane
Directions to Hyannis
Nantucket Memorial Airport is tower-controlled year-round between 0600 and 2200 hours. Runway 24 (6303’) has an instrument landing system, touch-down zone and centerline lights. Fuel available 24 hours a day (100LL, Jet “A”). Overnight parking and tie-downs available.
From New York City: Approximately 270 miles Follow Route 95 to Providence, RI; Route 195 to Wareham, MA; Route 25 to Bourne Bridge; Route 6 to Exit #6; Route 132 into Hyannis. Follow signs to airport or docks. Approximately 4 to 5 hours, depending on traffic.
Airport Operations Airport Manager’s Office
From Boston: Approximately 80 miles Follow Route 3 (Southeast Expressway); Route 6 over the Sagamore Bridge; Route 132 into Hyannis; follow signs to airport or docks. Approximately 1.5 hours, depending on traffic.
508-325-5307 508-325-5300
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Bus Service to Hyannis Plymouth & Brockton Bus Line www.p-b.com
508-746-0378
Hourly and frequent commuter service between Hyannis and Downtown Boston’s South Station and Logan Airport (all airline terminals).
The Hyannis Transportation Center is only two blocks from Hyannis Harbor, offering connections to Nantucket. Peter Pan/Bonanza Bus Lines 800-343-9999 www.peterpanbus.com Service from New York (Port Authority) to Hyannis, with stops in Providence, Fall River and New Bedford.
Resources for visitors with special needs:
• Nantucket Island: Guide for Visitors with Special Needs, published by the Nantucket Commission on Disability (NCD), is available through the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce, Nantucket Visitor Services, or by calling NCD at 508-228-8085. • Contact the Nantucket Commission on Disability directly at 508-228-8085 for assistance with any questions you may have. • Boston Med Flight provides 24-hour critical care transport and can be reached at 781-863-2213. • Look for the “W” symbol appearing throughout this Guide for businesses listed as wheelchair-accessible.
ON-ISLAND
Transportation
To help reduce traffic congestion, visitors are encouraged to leave their cars behind and enjoy Nantucket by walking, biking (see page 80), riding the NRTA seasonal public transit service (see page 15), by taxi or tour bus. Rental and charter vehicles are also available.
Visit these great websites for more information on car-free alternatives around the island.
www.nantucketchamber.org Transportation options on Nantucket
www.wheelsheelsandpedals.com Car-free alternatives around Nantucket
www.nrtawave.com Nantucket’s seasonal public bus service. Real time bus locations on your Smartphone: live.nrtawave.com or computer: www.nrtawave.com www.nantucketchamber.org • 11
Steamship Authority 508-477-8600 / 508-495-3278 M/V
Iyanough Fast Ferry
4/14/14 - 5/13/14 & 10/14/14 - 1/1/15 5/14/14 - 10/13/14 Passengers Only
Depart Arrive Depart Arrive Hyannis Nantucket Nantucket Hyannis
8:15 11:00 2:00 5:00
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9:15 12:00 3:00 6:00
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9:30 12:30 3:30 6:15
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10:30 1:30 4:30 7:15
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8:15 11:00 2:00 5:00 7:30
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9:15 12:00 3:00 6:00 8:30
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9:30 12:30 3:30 6:15 8:45
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10:30 1:30 4:30 7:15 9:45
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Both M/V Eagle and M/V Nantucket have an elevator on board.
Traditional Ferry
1/2/14 - 5/19/14 5/29/14 - 6/18/14 9/5/14 - 1/5/15 5/20/14 - 5/28/14 & 6/19/14 - 9/4/14
Depart Arrive Depart Arrive Hyannis Nantucket Nantucket Hyannis
9:15 a.m. 2:45 p.m. 8:00 p.m. 6:30 9:15 12:00 2:45 5:30 8:00
a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m.
11:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 10:15 p.m.
6:30 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m.
8:45 11:30 2:15 5:00 7:45 10:15
6:30 9:15 12:00 2:45 5:30 8:00
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Hy-Line Cruises 508-228-3949
Grey Lady Ferry
High-Speed
Depart Arrive Depart Arrive Hyannis Nantucket Nantucket Hyannis
1/1/14 - 5/13/14 & 10/14/14 - 12/31/14
6:30 9:10 12:00 3:10 7:00
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7:30 10:10 1:00 4:10 8:00
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7:45 10:35 1:25 4:35 8:10
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8:45 11:35 2:25 5:35 9:10
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5/14/14 - 10/13/14 *Operates daily through 9/5/14, Fridays only through 10/10/14
6:20 9:10 12:00 3:10 6:00 *8:45
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7:20 10:10 1:00 4:10 7:00 *9:45
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7:45 10:35 1:25 4:35 7:20 *10:00
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8:45 11:35 2:25 5:35 8:20 *11:00
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Additional departures during Daffodil Weekend, Wine Festival and Christmas Stroll.
Seasonal Ferry
Traditional
Depart Arrive Depart Arrive Hyannis Nantucket Nantucket Hyannis
5/17/14 - 5/22/14 9:30 a.m. 5/23/14 - 5/26/14 9:30 a.m. 1:40 p.m. 6:20 p.m.
11:20 a.m.
4:10 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
11:20 a.m. 3:30 p.m. 8:10 p.m.
11:35 a.m. 4:10 p.m. 8:20 p.m.
1:25 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 10:10 p.m.
5/27/14 - 6/13/14 6/14/14 - 9/1/14
9:30 a.m. 1:40 p.m.
11:20 a.m. 3:30 p.m.
11:35 a.m. 4:10 p.m.
1:25 p.m. 6:00 p.m.
9:30 a.m. 1:40 p.m. 6:20 p.m.
11:20 a.m. 3:30 p.m. 8:10 p.m.
11:35 a.m. 4:10 p.m. 8:20 p.m.
1:25 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 10:10 p.m.
9/2/14 - 10/19/14
9:30 a.m.
11:20 a.m.
4:10 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
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Nantucket Airlines
Hyannis to Nantucket Depart
Arrive Frequency
6:00 a.m. 6:22 a.m. 6:20 a.m. 6:42 a.m. 7:20 a.m. 7:42 a.m. 8:20 a.m. 8:42 a.m. 9:20 a.m. 9:42 a.m. 9:50 a.m. 10:12 a.m. 10:40 a.m. 11:02 a.m. 11:55 a.m. 12:17 p.m. 12:40 p.m. 1:02 p.m. 1:15 p.m. 1:37 p.m. 2:05 p.m. 2:27 p.m. 3:15 p.m. 3:37 p.m. 4:05 p.m. 4:27 p.m. 4:35 p.m. 4:57 p.m. 4:45 p.m. 5:07 p.m. 5:25 p.m. 5:47 p.m. 7:25 p.m. 7:47 p.m.
Island Airlines
Daily Mon.-Fri. Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Mon.-Fri. Daily Sun.-Fri.
Nantucket to Hyannis Depart 6:40 7:00 8:00 9:10 10:00 10:35 11:35 12:35 1:25 2:35 3:25 3:55 4:05 4:45 5:15 6:05 8:05
6:00 6:30 7:30 8:30 9:30 10:30 11:30 12:30 1:30 2:30 3:30 4:30 5:30 6:30 7:30 8:30
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7:02 7:22 8:22 9:32 10:22 10:57 11:57 12:57 1:47 2:57 3:47 4:17 4:27 5:07 5:37 6:27 8:27
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Mon.-Fri. Mon.-Fri. Daily Daily Daily Daily Mon.-Fri. Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Sun.-Thurs. Daily Daily Daily Daily
800-248-7779
Arrive Frequency 6:20 6:50 7:50 8:50 9:50 10:50 11:50 12:50 1:50 2:50 3:50 4:50 5:50 6:50 7:50 8:50
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Arrive Frequency
Schedules subject to change.
Hyannis to Nantucket Depart
800-635-8787
Mon.-Fri. Mon.-Sat. Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Friday
Nantucket to Hyannis Depart 6:35 7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 1:00 2:00 3:00 4:00 5:00 6:00 7:00 8:00 9:00
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Arrive Frequency 6:50 7:20 8:20 9:20 10:20 11:20 12:20 1:20 2:20 3:20 4:20 5:20 6:20 7:20 8:20 9:20
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Mon.-Fri. Mon.-Sat. Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Friday
Summer Schedule Effective 5/29/14.
Cape Air
800-227-3247
Provides service from Boston, MA, White Plains, NY, Providence, RI and New Bedford, MA. Call 800-227-3247 for schedules. 14 • 2014 Official Guide to Nantucket
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he Nantucket Regional Transit Authority (NRTA) provides seasonal public transit bus service -called The Wave -- on Nantucket. Service is provided to/from Nantucket Town to the midisland and outlying areas on the Mid-Island and Miacomet loops; Madaket on the Madaket route; ‘Sconset on the ‘Sconset via Old South Road route, the Milestone Road route, and the Polpis Road route; Surfside Beach via the Surfside Beach route; Jetties Beach via the Jetties Beach route; and Nantucket Memorial Airport via the Airport route. Stops are conveniently located along all loops/routes, and are designated by gray posts with blue stripes. Park and Ride lots are available along the Miacomet and Mid-Island loops. You may park free of charge and Ride the Wave. One, three and seven-day passes may be purchased aboard all buses. Thirty-day and season passes may be purchased at the NRTA Office. All buses are accessible to people with disabilities and equipped to accommodate two bikes on a first-come, first-served basis. Your Island Ride provides complimentary paratransit service with 24-hour advance notice by calling (508) 325-7516. The Riders’ Guide and bus information is available at www.nrtawave.com, at the downtown bus stop, on all buses, at the Chamber of Commerce (Zero Main Street), Visitor Services (25 Federal Street), Greenhound site (10-12 Washington Street), and the NRTA Administrative office (3 East Chestnut Street). To reduce wait time at the stop, real-time location of the buses is available on-line and on your mobile phone: live.nrtawave.com, or visit www.nrtawave.com for more information. For updated and specific dates and schedules of the various routes, please check the Official Riders’ Guide, email nrta@nantucket-ma.gov, call (508) 228-7025 or visit www.nrtawave.com. All dates, routes, schedules and fares, and pass rates are subject to change without notice.
Be part of Nantucket’s traffic solution...Ride the Wave Beach Routes
Mid-May - Early Oct. 7 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. Mid-Island Loop: Every 15 min.* Fare: $1.00 Madaket Route: Every 30 min.* Fare: $2.00 each way
July 1 - Labor Day ‘Sconset via Milestone Road: Every hour 7:15 a.m. - 7:15 p.m. Fare: $2.00 each way
Miacomet Loop: Every 20 min.* Fare: $1.00
‘Sconset via Polpis Road: Every hour and 20 mins. 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Fare: $2.00 each way
‘Sconset via Old South Road: Every hour Fare: $2.00 each way
Half-fare: Senior Citizens 65-over and persons with disabilities Free: Children 6-under
Surfside Beach $2 each way Jetties Beach $1 each way Mid/End June – Labor Day 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Airport Route
July 1 – Labor Day Every 30 min. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fare: $2.00 each way
Subject to change without notice.
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F R E Q U E N T LY A S K E D Where can I find parks/playgrounds for children? There is a lovely garden adjacent to the Atheneum on India Street, as well as a number of “pocket parks” scattered throughout Town. Children’s Beach, Jetties Beach, Lily Pond, Nantucket Elementary School, Tom Nevers Field and the Nantucket Airport all feature playgrounds for children. The Skateboard Park on Backus Lane (off Surfside Road) is a very popular spot for teens and ‘tweens. The Elementary School playground also features a soccer pitch. Tuppancy Links, Sanford Farm, and the cranberry bogs off Milestone Road are also terrific spots for long, leisurely walks. Exploration Station is a play center at 135 Old South Road featuring a science-themed dream space for children 2.9-8 years old. Inspired by children’s museums, Exploration Station is filled with exciting and interesting activities and art stations.
What does ACK mean? ACK is the Federal Aviation Administration’s official three-letter code for Nantucket Memorial Airport, taken from letters in the word Nantucket. The US government uses “N” for military airport installations. Thus, Nantucket and Washington’s National Airport use ACK and DCA rather than NAN and NAT. ACK has become “shorthand” or slang when referring to Nantucket. Do I need a car on Nantucket? It is not necessary to bring a car to Nantucket. Bicycles are popular means of transportation, and there are paved bike paths leading to all ends of the island. Rental vehicles and taxis are also available, and the Nantucket Regional Transit Authority provides island-wide seasonal shuttle service. Traffic congestion is a growing concern among visitors and residents alike. Fewer cars on Nantucket’s streets and roads will mean a more tranquil vacation experience for everyone!
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Questions
As a summer worker, how can I secure housing and a job? The most comprehensive listing of available jobs and house/room rentals are located in the classifieds section of Nantucket’s local newspaper, The Inquirer & Mirror, Nantucket.net’s classifieds section, or www.capeandislandssummerjobs.com.
Are there pet-friendly accommodations on Nantucket? Indeed, there are a number of pet-friendly accommodations on Nantucket. Call the Chamber of Commerce at 508-228-3643 for a current list. Where are public restrooms located? Downtown: • Nantucket Visitor Services, 25 Federal Street • Greenhound Building, 10-12 Washington Street • End of Straight Wharf* • Town Pier, Washington Street Out of Town: • Nantucket Memorial Airport, 14 Airport Road • ‘Sconset Village, Siasconset* Where are ATMs located? Downtown: • Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank, Zero Main Street • Hingham Institution for Savings, 55 Main Street • Nantucket Bank, 2 Orange Street • Pacific National Bank, 61 Main Street • The Pacific Club, 15 Main Street • Steamship Authority Terminal, Steamboat Wharf Out of Town: • Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank, 112 Pleasant Street • Nantucket Bank, 104 Pleasant Street & 1 Amelia Drive • Nantucket Memorial Airport, 14 Airport Road • Pacific National Bank, 15 Sparks Avenue • Stop & Shop, 31 Sparks Avenue • ‘Sconset Market, Siasconset* *Open seasonally
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early half of Nantucket is protected conservation land. Several areas and
habitats are rare not only to this region, but to the world. Although protected lands are owned by several groups with diverse missions, the goal of preserving
the island’s unique natural resources is equally shared. Enhance your visit by following these guidelines to ensure the safety, comfort and enjoyment of one and all. Protect our fragile dunes, grasslands, and heathlands. Nantucket’s soils are extremely fragile and easily eroded. Plant material – whether living or dead – helps to stabilize the soil and prevent erosion. Many of our plants are rare or endangered and protected by law.
Keep vehicles and bikes on well-established roads and paths. Driving over fragile plants just once will leave scars that take years to heal, and cause severe erosion problems, particularly in sandy soils near the shoreline.
Leave wildflowers for all to enjoy. Picking wildflowers prevents them from setting and dispersing seed, thus jeopardizing the next generation of plants.
Be respectful of private property. Most of Nantucket’s protected open spaces are accessible to the public, with some limitations. Many are bordered by private property. Please join in our efforts to be respectful of private ways.
Be aware of one-way streets. Laid out in the eighteenth century, numerous town streets are narrow, with high curbstones, and many are one-way. Watch for one-way signs and obey them when driving a vehicle or on a bicycle.
Dress appropriately in town. Bare feet and beach attire are suitable for the beach, but not on the streets of town, or in shops and restaurants. Please be considerate and dress appropriately.
Refrain from excessive noise. Many people visit or live on Nantucket to escape the noise of the mainland. Noise pollution, whether human or vehicular, infringes on the rights of others. The island’s noise ordinance begins at 10 p.m. and remains in effect until 7:30 a.m. Please refrain from excessive noise during those hours.
Observe the rules when visiting with pets. On public property, dogs should be leashed at all times, which prevents them from disturbing wildlife, especially our rare and endangered ground-nesting birds. Please dispose of your dog’s waste properly. Visitors are advised to travel with their pet’s current rabies vaccination certificates, tags and licenses.
Properly dispose of garbage. Please use the trash receptacles located throughout town and at the beaches. You may also dispose of garbage and recyclables at our landfill. Hours: Summer (May 1 - Sept. 30): Mon. - Fri., 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Winter (Oct. 1 - April 30): Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Closed on Federal and State holidays.
Volunteer with the Nantucket Clean Team! If you would like to do more to help, the Nantucket Clean Team volunteers meet each Saturday from May through November – rain or shine – for under an hour to pick up trash around the island. Log on to www.ackcleanteam.org for more information. www.nantucketchamber.org • 17
Nantucket Island
Nantucket Geography Area East to West: approx. 14 miles North to South: approx. 3.5 miles Land Area: 47.8 sq. miles Water Area: 57.5 sq. miles
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Coordinates 41°17’00” N 70°06’00” W
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Leave Only Footprints There is an adage: “Take only photographs, leave only footprints.” We hope that you will take this saying to heart during your island visit. Though Nantucket is graced with many miles of beaches, little of the coastline is actually public property. Many property owners have generously allowed public access to their beachfront. In return for this privilege – and it is indeed a privilege – we ask that both visitors and residents treat all of our island beaches with respect. This includes obeying “No Trespassing” signs, using only designated entry ©Lawrel Strauch-Spera
points, and disposing of litter properly. Thank you for your cooperation in preserving public access to Nantucket’s pristine shores and protecting our fragile environment.
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Nantucket
by June R. Meyers Despite its diminutive size – a mere 14 miles long by 3 ½ miles wide – and its remote location twenty-six miles at sea, Nantucket is brimming with an array of activities and pursuits throughout the year.
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As you disembark the ferry on your initial voyage to Nantucket, you are instantly transported back to an era when whaling boats graced the wharves and horse-andcarriages traversed the cobblestone streets. Steeped in history, this storied island was formed from a glacial moraine deposited during the last Ice Age. Originally inhabited by the Wampanoag Indians, Nantucket was deeded by the English to Thomas Mayhew and his son, merchants of Watertown and Martha’s Vineyard. Islanders pursued the behemoth sperm whale – discovered to be the source of the finest quality oil – from the mid-1700’s to the late 1830’s, when
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Nantucket reigned as the undisputed whaling capital of the world. The island has been synonymous with tourism since the mid-19th century when kerosene abruptly replaced spermaceti oil as an illuminant, hastening the demise of the whaling industry. Ever since, visitors from all corners of the globe have been lured to this faraway outpost for its pure air and pristine waters, their curiosity piqued by Herman Mellville’s lyrical prose in his enduring classic Moby-Dick: “Nantucket! Take out your map and look at it. See what a real corner of the world it occupies; how it stands there away off shore…” One hundred plus years hence, there is nary a traffic light, neon sign or chain store to be found on Nantucket, which boasts a proud history of historic district and land preservation. With eighty miles of breathtaking beaches and temperate weather – owing to its close proximity to the Gulf Stream – the island is a summer vacation goer’s paradise. As varied as its history, however, is the range of activities and pursuits available to both islanders and visitors alike. Whether you’re a history or film buff, a sports enthusiast, a nature lover, a “foodie”, a connoisseur of the arts, or simply crave relaxation in an idyllic setting, you are sure to discover your very own Nantucket where you can return again and again. Our island celebrates individuality and embraces all lifestyles and cultures, creating a marvelous medley of people who make Nantucket a unique and splendid place to live – and visit.
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A repository of this abundant and varied history, the Nantucket Historical Association and its meticulously preserved properties chart the island’s evolution from a small 17th century farming community to its heyday as the capital of the American whaling industry, to its current incarnation as a premier resort destination. The Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum – as well as the The Admiral Sir Isaac Coffin School and Egan Maritime Institute – pay homage to the island’s rich maritime history, while the Lightship Basket Museum explores the heritage of a true Nantucket icon which – transformed into a distinctive and elegant handbag – proudly graces the arms of ladies hither and yon. Another historic property, the African Meeting House, remains one of the oldest African American church buildings in the nation, a lasting tribute to the history of “New Guinea”, a sector of Nantucket where people of color resided in the early 19th century. The home of Maria Mitchell, America’s first female astronomer – who discovered a comet from a telescope perched atop the Pacific Bank building – is lovingly preserved adjacent to the Maria Mitchell Natural Science Museum. Our public library, the stately Atheneum, is one of the oldest public libraries in continuous service in the United States. To gain further insight into the history, architecture – and paranormal activity (yes, ghosts!) – that make Nantucket
a unique travel destination, take a leisurely self-guided walking tour, or join one of the many tours led by knowledgeable local guides. For gourmet food lovers, the island boasts cuisines to satisfy the most discriminating palate! Acclaimed culinary establishments abound, with not one, but two Restaurant Weeks – in spring and autumn – to celebrate imaginative, delectable fare by offering three-course dinners at affordable prices. A “Junior Chef” competition also encourages budding culinary “artistes.” Oenophiles are drawn to Nantucket in May for the eagerly-anticipated Wine Festival Weekend. Prestigious wineries from around the globe showcase their vintages in a series of gala events, including Grand Tastings, a Harbor Gala, and educational seminars. If you’re a naturalist, Nantucket offers a wealth of discovery. Birders – pardon the pun – flock to the island for a peek at the rare species that inhabit our expansive topography. Flora and fauna – including sand plains, grasslands, heathlands, salt marshes, rosa rugosa, and beach plum – are quite diverse and unique to our shores. For those with an interest in astronomy, both the Vestal Street and Loines Observatories offer public stargazing, weather-permitting. The Aquarium on Washington Street exhibits marine life and leads ecology and beach discovery field trips, while the Maria Mitchell
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Association educates children and adults alike through its various programs and facilities. Sports enthusiasts will delight in the multitude of indoor and outdoor activities the island provides. Bicyclists revel in Nantucket’s smooth terrain and miles of scenic bike paths, while surfers and windsailers, scuba divers and paddle boarders, take to the waters for exercise and plein-air enjoyment. For avid runners, a variety of road races – including the popular Nantucket Triathlon, an Iron Man Relay and 5K races – are a distinct highlight. A round of golf on Miacomet Golf Course – one mile from the ocean – is quite enjoyable, whether you’re a novice or a veteran golfer. Nantucket also boasts a course for disc golf, a fun and challenging family activity. Fishing – whether it be surfcasting or charter – is a major recreational activity, as the waters of Nantucket Sound teem with bluefish, striped bass, tuna and marlin, to name a few. Whale watching by charter boat is also a popular pastime. Sailors and landlubbers alike gather in droves for the annual Figawi
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Race on Memorial Day weekend, as well as the Opera House Cup and Nantucket Race Week regattas in August which combine fun, sportsmanship and camaraderie. Back on land, a state-of-the-art skateboard park and ice rink round out the many options for active pursuits. For over a century, Nantucket has been a haven for the Arts. The sheer diversity of artists and cultural offerings is impressive, with numerous galleries, classes and exhibitions enticing lovers of arts and culture to the island year-round. In June, the renowned Nantucket Film Festival lures movie buffs by the score for preview screenings and signature programs, as well as the chance to hob-nob with luminaries like Jerry Stiller, Steve Martin and Diane Keaton. First-rate theatre productions are staged frequently, and noted authors often lecture at the Atheneum and other island venues. The Nantucket Comedy Festival in July attracts top comedic performers from across the country, and also encourages kids and teens to ply their craft in the “Stand Up & Learn” program. Musical concerts – including the
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And so, you see, this small but glittering island “jewel” set in the mighty blue Atlantic is by no means a sleepy enclave. With its myriad of offerings and activities that are sure to satisfy every possible whim and desire, we encourage – and implore you – to go forth, like those intrepid discoverers of yore and find your own special Nantucket!
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stellar Boston Pops performance on Jetties Beach in August – as well as church and choral group presentations and classical music assure world-class entertainment throughout the year. A week-long Arts Festival in autumn features studio tours, lectures, films, theatre, poetry readings, and even an Organ Crawl! Last, but certainly not least, Nantucket is a veritable “nirvana” for shoppers. Scores of unique emporiums and boutiques – many of which are small and independently owned – display a cornucopia of wares from jewelry, couture clothing, pottery, and artwork, to local crafts such as scrimshaw, carved quarterboards, Sailor’s Valentines, and lightship baskets. Antique shops are also prolific, with lively, high quality auctions conducted throughout the year. The annual summer NHA Antiques & Design Show under the tent at Bartlett’s Farm is a particular favorite, attracting a slew of vendors and shoppers. And, if you’re seeking more “eclectic” treasures donated by local homes and estate sales – with very attractive prices – plan to visit the Hospital Thrift Shop on India Street.
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Nantucket’s History & Historical Sites The Nantucket Chamber of Commerce proudly recognizes its member organizations on the following pages, all of which have contributed to the integrity, as well as the cultural and educational vitality, of our living history. We also provide an insight into the island’s stately gray-shingled antebellum homes, its nostalgic Main Street thoroughfare and the lively debate surrounding the origin of its cobblestone pavement, and – last but not least – Nantucket’s designation as the “Best Island in the World” by National Geographic Magazine in 2012.
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Historical Sites
The Nantucket Historical Association, 15 Broad Street
Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street The Whaling Museum features a 46-foot sperm whale skeleton, the newly redesigned Hadwen & Barney Oil & Candle Factory, and top-quality exhibition halls. Visitors are treated to daily screenings of Nantucket, the awardwinning film by Ric Burns. Museum guides bring the island’s history to life through popular multimedia presentations and storytelling. Additional galleries highlight a world-class collection of scrimshaw, paintings and more! Check out the museum’s rooftop observation deck for a one-of-a-kind view of Nantucket harbor. Open year round. Visit www.nha.org or call 508-228-1894 for hours and information.
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The Nantucket Historical Association, founded in 1894 to preserve the island’s remarkable history, invites you to visit its flagship Whaling Museum, Research Library, and iconic historic sites. Located throughout Nantucket town, the NHA’s historic sites convey how islanders lived and worked throughout Nantucket’s transformation from a small 17th century farming community to the capital of the American whaling industry, and ultimately a 20th century art and resort colony. Visit www.nha.org for information, hours and admission prices, or call 508-228-1894.
offered daily from May 24-October 13, 2014. Visit www.nha.org or call 508-228-1894 for hours and information.
Oldest House & Kitchen Garden, 16 Sunset Hill The Jethro Coffin House – known as the “Oldest House” – was built as a wedding gift for Jethro Coffin and Mary Gardner in 1686, and is the sole surviving structure from the island’s 17th century English settlement. The Kitchen Garden is a reconstruction of a circa 1700 garden that features raised beds of vegetables, herbs and flowers typical of the period. Guided tours are 26 • 2014 Official Guide to Nantucket
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Old Mill, 50 Prospect Street The Old Mill, built in 1746, is the oldest operating windmill in America. Used as a gristmill until 1892, it is a popular attraction for visitors, and retains its original handcrafted wooden gears that harness the wind’s power to grind corn. Guided tours are offered daily from May 24-October 13, 2014. Visit www.nha.org or call 508-228-1894 for hours and information.
Fire Hose Cart House, 8 Gardner St. Built 40 years after the Great Fire of 1846 destroyed much of downtown Nantucket, this property is a reminder of the pivotal role fire played in the island’s history. This newly restored building is the last remaining structure of its kind on Nantucket, and houses vintage 19th century hose carts and pumpers. Guided tours are offered daily from May 24-October 13, 2014. Visit www.nha.org or call 508-228-1894 for hours and information. Old Gaol, 15R Vestal Street Built in 1806, this wooden structure housed the town’s House of Correction until 1933. One of the oldest surviving jails in America, it is important for its age, unique construction, and role in the history of local law enforcement. The town deeded the property to the NHA in 1946. The “Old Gaol” is undergoing a major restoration by the NHA in 2014. Guided tours are offered daily from May 24-October 13, 2014. Visit www.nha.org or call 508-228-1894 for hours and information. Hadwen House, 96 Main Street The Hadwen House was built in 1845 for successful whaling oil and candle merchant
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Greater Light, 8 Howard Street Originally a livestock barn dating to the late 18th century, the property was transformed into a summer home and art studio in the 1930’s by two Quaker sisters from Philadelphia, Gertrude and Hanna Monaghan. Greater Light illustrates the era of island history when an art colony thrived in the aftermath of Nantucket’s whaling heyday. Guided tours are offered daily from May 24-October 13, 2014. Visit www.nha.org or call 508-228-1894 for hours and information.
Visit www.nha.org or call 508-228-1894 for hours and information.
NHA Research Library, 7 Fair Street The NHA Research Library features a wide array of manuscripts, journals, books on maritime history, ship’s logs, genealogical materials, and over 60,000 photographs and visual documents. It also houses the Whitney Gallery, a space especially suited to small exhibitions of art and artifacts from the NHA’s collections. Open year round. Visit www.nha.org or call 508-228-1894 for hours and information.
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William Hadwen and his wife Eunice. Its Greek Revival façade is an architectural symbol of the prosperity enjoyed by 19th century whaling merchants, and its period garden is cared for by the Nantucket Garden Club. The Hadwen House is available for viewing on daily NHA walking tours from May 24-October 31, 2014.
Quaker Meeting House, 7 Fair Street Built in 1838, this structure was used as a school and church by the Society of Friends. The building was purchased by the NHA in 1894 and served as its first museum. In the 1940’s, Quakers on Nantucket formed a worship group and met here informally once more. Available for viewing daily on NHA walking tours from May 24-October 31, 2014, and open to the public during NHA Research Library hours. Visit www.nha.org or call 508-228-1655 for hours and information. www.nantucketchamber.org • 27
Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street Established in 1834, and rebuilt in 1847 after the Great Fire, the Nantucket Atheneum became a public library in 1900. Along with typical collections of books, films and music, the Atheneum also has a special collection of art and artifacts related to Nantucket’s history. Patrons can access more than 1.5 million items from other Cape and Island libraries through the CLAMS consortium. The Atheneum offers
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The Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum, 49 Union Street The rich heritage of the lightship basket reflects the spirit, ingenuity and creative spark of artisans who crafted them and continues to inspire the work of those who keep the art alive. Today, the lightship basket is recognized internationally as a Nantucket icon. The Museum offers visitors the opportunity to discover and connect with the art and craft of the basket through its two-hundred year history. Annually changing and permanent exhibits, guest speakers, weaving demonstrations and tours of the 1820s garden are offered throughout the season. Open from Memorial Day through Columbus Day from 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Call 508-228-1177, or visit NantucketLightshipBasketMuseum.org for more information.
free wifi and public computers with Internet access. The library’s second floor, the venerable Great Hall, has a long history of hosting prominent speakers (attracting 19th century notables like Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau and Frederick Douglass) as well as presenting community events – a tradition that continues today. In 1998, a new wing opened in The Atheneum’s Weezie Library for Children, which offers youth and teen programs all year long. The adjoining garden provides a welcome downtown green space for relaxing, playing and outdoor library programs. For additional information, call 508-228-1110 or visit www.nantucketatheneum.org.
The Admiral Sir Isaac Coffin School, 4 Winter Street The historic Coffin School was founded in 1827 by Admiral Sir Isaac Coffin, an English baronet who intended to provide “a good English education to youth who are descendents of the late Tristram Coffin,” (almost every child on Nantucket) including nautical training for island boys. Previously located on Fair Street, it was rebuilt at its present location after the Great Fire of 1846.
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Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Road Affiliate of Egan Maritime Institute, PO Box 2923, Nantucket, MA 02584 www.eganmaritime.org. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the men of the US Lifesaving Service performed hundreds of rescues off Nantucket’s coast. Harrowing tales are filled with heroism, man vs. nature, and success in the face of grim odds. Drawing on its collection of over 28 • 2014 Official Guide to Nantucket
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5,000 objects – including period surfboards, beach carts, vintage photos, and more – the museum also features family-friendly programs. The museum grounds offer breathtaking views of Folger’s Marsh, an ideal picnic spot. Museum and gift shop are open 10am-5pm daily mid-May to Columbus Day. Call 508-228-1885 or visit NantucketShipwreck.org for more information.
The African Meeting House, 27 & 29 York Street at Five Corners This small post-and-beam structure was built in 1824-5 as a school by free African Americans. The African Meeting House and adjacent Boston-Higginbotham House were central to the history of “New Guinea”, where people of color lived in the 19th century. It was a vibrant community of whalers, cranberry harvesters, and merchants, with inns, shops, churches, a library, and social organizations. The African Meeting House served as the Pleasant Street Baptist Church, a meeting house, and social center. It remains one of the oldest African American church buildings in the nation. Open from July-September and by appointment for groups. Call 508-228-9833, or visit maah.org for more information.
The Maria Mitchell Association, 4 Vestal Street Maria Mitchell, America’s first female astronomer, was born and raised on Nantucket Island. From a telescope placed atop the Pacific National Bank, she sighted the comet that brought her international fame. Mitchell became a fellow in the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and a wellrespected professor of astronomy at Vassar College. The Maria Mitchell Association educates adults and children in astronomy, environmental science, and island history through various programs and facilities. Properties are open from late May to early September. Admission fees are charged. Free for members. Call 508-228-9198, or visit mariamitchell.org for more information. The Maria Mitchell Natural Science Museum, 7 Milk Street Nantucket’s only Natural Science Museum features a live animal room, preserved birds and wildflowers, and focuses on enhancing awareness of environmental issues. Also offered are children’s nature classes, bird and nature walks, field trips, and a museum shop. Call 508-228-0898 for more information. Aquarium, 28 Washington Street Located on the harbor, the Aquarium exhibits Nantucket marine life and runs ecology and beach discovery field trips for families. Reservations required. Call 508-228-5387 for more information. Mitchell House, 1 Vestal Street Tours of this historic home – the birthplace of Maria Mitchell – focus on typical mid-19th century Quaker life and the life of the Mitchell family. Call 508-228-2896 for more information. Vestal Street Observatory, 3 Vestal Street Experience observatory tours, outdoor solar system models, and sunspot observations. Call 508-228-9273 for more information. Loines Observatory, 59 Milk Street Extension Enjoy the night sky during Public Stargazing Nights, slide shows of astronomical photographs, and telescope viewing (weatherpermitting). Call 508-228-9273 for more information. www.nantucketchamber.org • 29
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Nantucket’s Lighthouses
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Nantucket has a legendary history of maritime pursuits, and its three majestic lighthouses guarding the island’s northern tip, eastern shoreline and harbor evoke a time when Nantucketers harvested the sea. These proud sentinels symbolize the confluence of past and present, and have witnessed decades of history as the island evolved from “Whaling Capital of the World” to a premier vacation resort. Great Point Light, Sankaty Head Light and Brant Point Light all played important roles in guiding sailors home, with their bright beacons leading vessels safely around the shoals and through the fog.
Located on the northern tip of the island, Great Point Light overlooks miles of pristine conservation land and beaches favored by bird watchers, picnickers, and surfcasters. Sankaty Head Lighthouse, high atop Sankaty Bluff, overlooks one of Nantucket’s finest golf
courses and, due to erosion, was moved back from the bluff in 2007. As you arrive in the harbor, you’re welcomed by the familiar sight of Brant Point Lighthouse, the second lighthouse built in America, and the lowest light in New England at 26 feet above sea level.
Places of Worship Baha’i Faith Call for location of meeting; 508-325-4325
Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall, 43 Milk Street; 508-228-8816
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 20 Fair Street, P.O. Box 278; 508-228-0916
Christian Science Society 2A Madaket Road; 508-325-5540
Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) 7 Fair Street in Friends Meeting House; 508-325-4524 or 508-325-2625
Stillwaters Community Worship 9 E. Creek Road, PO Box 297; 508-228-5582
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (Mormons) Call for location of meeting; 508-325-0583 Congregation Shirat HaYam Unitarian Church, 11 Orange Street, P.O. Box 1145; 508-228-6588 A pluralistic Jewish congregation First Congregational Church 62 Centre Street, P.O. Box 866; 508-228-0950
‘Sconset Union Chapel Corner of New and Chapel streets, Siasconset; 508-257-6616 St. Mary’s Our Lady of the Isle Federal and Cambridge streets, P.O. Box 1168; 508-228-0100 Roman Catholic
Summer Street Church 1 Summer Street; 508-228-4930. An Evangelical Fellowship Unitarian Universalist Church 11 Orange Street, Church office; 508-228-5466 United Methodist Church 2 Centre Street at Main Street, P.O. Box 264; 508-228-1882
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BEST ISLAND IN THE WORLD:
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Number Eight of America’s Top Ten Most Desirable Islands (TripAdvisor) National Geographic’s Best Island in the World (The 10 Best of Everything 2012 Edition) One of America’s Greatest Main Streets (Travel & Leisure May 2012) Number Three of the Top Ten US Beaches (The Travel Channel 2012) Number Eight of Top Ten Islands in the U.S. (Condé Nast Traveler 2013)
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Number 29 of Top 50 Yachting Towns (Yachting Magazine 2013)
This tiny island off the East Coast is one of the most prestigious and hallowed addresses in America. A crescent-shaped spit of land nearly 30 miles off of Massachusetts’ southeast coast, Nantucket was Ground Zero for the whaling trade and the venerable R.H. Macy’s brand. During the prosperous whaling era – when Nantucket was indeed the “Whaling Capital of the World” – it also ranked as the third
largest city in Massachusetts, besting all the Commonwealth’s other cities except Boston and Salem. In addition to the distinction of being named a National Historic Landmark in 1966, three of the world’s most esteemed travel publications recently added Nantucket to a pantheon of destinations including the finest places in the US and the world to live or visit. In its The 10 Best of Everything (2012
Nantucket Historical Timeline 1602 - Nantucket was discovered and charted by Capt. Bartholomew Gosnold, an English mariner.
1690 - Island inhabitants began to pursue the right whale from along shore.
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1746 - A beacon light suspended between two poles was erected on Brant Point. 1797 - The streets of Town were first named.
1800 – 1840 Nantucket reigned as the whaling capital of the world.
Of course, the island boasts “all modern comforts,” including “the best beaches on the East Coast,” according to another. And a lovely accolade from Edge of the Carolinas magazine: “The island’s beauty is timeless. A modern society has grown around weatherbeaten clapboard homes that are fiercely and lovingly preserved. Life is calm and relaxed.” In addition to the island’s windswept beaches, architectural treasures (Nantucket has more than 800 pre-Civil War homes), the enchanting village of ‘Sconset and wealth of local lore and traditions, Nantucket’s history is significant. Originally deeded by the English – who controlled all territory from the coast of Maine to New York – Nantucket was conveyed to Thomas Mayhew and his son, merchants of Watertown and Martha’s
1825 - The African Meeting House was established for Nantucket’s African American population. 1827 - Nantucket’s first public school opened.
1832 - The largest whaling fleet (37 vessels) that ever sailed from Nantucket in one year departed the island.
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edition) National Geographic proclaimed Nantucket Best Island in the World and TripAdvisor ranked it #8 of America’s Top Ten Most Desirable Islands. Travel & Leisure (May 2012) dubbed Nantucket’s cobblestone Main Street One of America’s Greatest Main Streets. The Travel Channel ranked the island third of Top Ten US Beaches and Yachting magazine recognized Nantucket as one of its Top 50 Yachting Towns (at a respectable #29) in 2013. In addition, the island’s renowned hotels, the White Elephant and The Wauwinet, made Condé Nast Traveler’s Gold List this year. A memorable quote appeared in The Improper Bostonian, describing the island as such: “Everywhere you look on Nantucket, you see a picture worth framing.” Connecticut-based Cottages & Gardens magazine called it “Treasure Island,” a nod to Nantucket’s cornucopia of hidden treasures and unique, longstanding traditions. In June, Nantucket was featured in a Travel Channel episode with the alluring title Nantucket Island Secrets; this episode – broadcast nationally to an audience of more than 37 million viewers – was carried on every major broadcast provider. Vanity Fair magazine described the whaling-era island: “With its whale oil, Nantucket was once the uncontested Silicon Valley of its day, the supplier of light to America.” Condé Nast Traveler ranked Nantucket #8 of Top 10 Islands in the US. Its readers variously touted the “nice cobblestone village” coupled with “rugosa roses” and the “salt air” as defining this quaint Massachusetts enclave , transporting the visitor “back to the early settler days.” “You feel as if you are part of the old seafaring lives of whalers and fishermen,” remarked one reader.
1846 - The Great Fire destroyed Nantucket’s wharves and much of its business district.
1847 - A comet was discovered by America’s first woman astronomer, Maria Mitchell, on October 1.
1837 - Lower Main Street – formerly called State Street – was paved with cobblestones.
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Vineyard, in 1641. Considering the collective value of Nantucket’s real estate in current dollars, it is stunning that Mayhew sold his interest to Nantucket’s “nine original purchasers” – Tristram Coffin, Thomas Macy, Christopher Hussey, Richard Swayne, Thomas Bernard, Peter Coffin, Stephen Greenleaf, John Swayne, and William Pike (some of these names are still common on the island) “for the sum of thirty Pounds, and two beaver hats.” An island anchored to an illustrious past, Nantucket is the former Whaling Capital of the World, a leader in social enlightenment, abolitionism, land conservation (nearly half the island is deeded as conservation land) and historic preservation. Nantucket’s
1872 - Nantucket emerged as a popular summer retreat. 1881 - The Nantucket Railroad was put into service.
1885 - The public drinking fountain was placed at the head of Main St. where it remained for many years before being moved to the lower square. 1900 - The Atheneum, built in 1847, was opened as a free public library.
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first woman astronomer, Maria Mitchell, discovered a comet in 1847 from her telescope perched atop the Pacific Bank. She received a gold medal inscribed: Non Frustra Signorum Obitus Speculamur et Ortus (“Not in vain do we watch the setting and rising of the stars”), presented to her by King Frederick VII of Denmark. Islanders are stewards of this remarkable history, preserved historic places, and the land. Indeed, the island is under relentless attack from the wind and tides, and many preservation and protection efforts are ongoing. Nantucket’s Main Street, one of America’s most prestigious addresses, was also proclaimed one of the most beautiful Main Streets in the world by Travel & Leisure.
1918 - Cars were first permitted on the island, after the demise of the Nantucket Railroad.
1955 - The town of Nantucket was proclaimed an Historic District by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. 1962 - The first jet airplane landed at Nantucket Memorial Airport in early July.
Street’s cobblestones versus traditional paving over nearly a century ago in 1919, Mr. Harry B. Turner (publisher and editor of island newspaper Inquirer and Mirror, 1907-1948) summarized it in his July 1919 editorial:
Strolling along this enchanting thoroughfare from the Harbor, one easily imagines stepping back in time to the mid-19th century or beyond. With a stunning collection of pristine period houses, a visit to Nantucket is like peering through a historic kaleidoscope, so much so that someone transported from a century ago would find much of the ‘old town’ unchanged. Most vintage homes are covered in untreated weather-beaten shingles, and one’s initial glimpse of Nantucket Town is often on approach from the water, misted by a swirling fog; thus the island’s beloved moniker ‘the Grey Lady.’ Of course, whether that nickname is evocative of the frequent fogs or the graying of the houses’ signature cedar shake shingles (or possibly both) is cause for conjecture. Some contend that the Main Street cobblestones were once ballast on whaling ships, weighing down the empty holds as cargoes remained overseas. Others claim the cobblestones originated – without all the exaggerated historic baggage – from Gloucester, Massachusetts, north of Boston. Nantucket’s Main Street was first paved in 1837, and it was paved with cobblestones. Owners of the town’s landmark properties possibly eschewed the impassable, filthy, muddy streets in favor of a cobblestone road. One leading theory maintains that these landowners were responsible, raising the funds for the project on their own, therefore paving it as they saw fit. So they brought the cobblestones from Gloucester and paid to have them laid. For more than 175 years, Main Street has been thus ‘paved’ with cobblestones, although there are still disputes about their origin. In keeping with the brouhaha, controversy and great divide over maintaining Main
1984 - The Nantucket Land Bank, the first of its kind in the United States, was founded to preserve open spaces for public enjoyment.
of her own peculiar charm. The covering of the cobbles on the business section of Main Street certainly would not do it any more than did the rebuilding of the other streets.
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The concept of paving over Main Street’s cobblestones was one of the first ideological threats to Nantucket’s historical integrity. It was not the last by any means and box stores, superstores, wind farms, and McMansions have all threatened to rob the island of its historical and cultural underpinnings. At every juncture, the same spirited debate has left Nantucket blissfully free of many of the trappings of the 21st century the world can discover just 26 miles across Nantucket Sound.
1986 - The Great Point Lighthouse was replaced after being destroyed by a storm. ©Kris Kinsley Hancock
©Cary Hazlegrove
1974 - Nantucket’s first Daffodil Festival and Christmas Stroll were held.
Never fear, Nantucket cannot be robbed
©Historic Photos Courtesy of the Nantucket Historical Association
2000 - Nantucket was designated one of America’s most endangered places by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
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• The eastern coast of Nantucket was the first place in the US to see the first sunrise of the new millennium. • In 1917, Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard unsuccessfully attempted to secede from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. • Nantucket has the largest concentration of Native American place names in the country. Nantucket is translated as “far away land” in the Wampanoag dialect. • Nantucket was part of Dukes County, New York until 1691. The governor imposed the name “Sherburne” on the town.
Trivia
• When the whaling era ended, commercial shipping gave way to recreational boating. Daily excursions from the mainland on the graceful old steamers brought the first summer visitors. • There is a harpoon in the Whaling Museum that was removed from a sperm whale caught twice by the same man – nine years apart. • R.H. Macy was a Nantucket boy who made his mark in retailing. Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade balloons were designed by longtime summer resident Tony Sarg.
• In 1795, the town successfully petitioned the General Court of Massachusetts to change the name from Sherburne to Town of Nantucket.
• Frederick Douglass gave his first speech before an all-white audience in the Nantucket Atheneum’s Great Hall in 1841.
• Shortly after 1700, Quakerism began to take root and, by the end of the 18th century, the Society of Friends was the major on-island denomination.
• In the last two decades, Nantucket’s tourist season has extended from April to December. Visitors are increasingly attracted by the quiet beauty of the offseason, the charm of a Nantucket Noel and the abundance of Spring festivals.
©Courtesy of Nantucket Historical Association
• From 1840-1870, gold was discovered in California, and many islanders went west to seek their fortunes. The island’s population plunged from an estimated 10,000 to 4,000.
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• Sheep storms were what islanders called periods of intense fogginess which often presided over the moors in late June and early July. In the 1800’s, they knew that after several days the fogs would drench the thick coats of the many sheep grazing in pasturing sections called “Sheep Commons.” Inevitably, after the fog came hot, sunny days during which their coats would dry. Time for shearing, and then-famous Sheep Shearing Festivals, marked by fun and games and food for one and all.
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• About 50,000 white-oak casks were produced yearly for the whaling industry by the more than 20 coopers’ shops on Nantucket during the mid-1700’s to early 1800’s.
• The straw factory was one business which survived well over many years. It was largely manned by Nantucket women, and began in the old Friend’s Meetinghouse on Main Street in 1852.
• About 35,000 boxes had to be made annually for the shipping of spermaceti candles manufactured at the candlehouses.
• Nantucket Cottage Hospital was originally located on West Chester Street.
• Nantucket was the last community in Massachusetts to lift the automobile ban in 1918. • A bomb shelter was built on Nantucket for President John F. Kennedy in 1961, and was disguised by the US Navy as a “jetassist takeoff fuel bottle storage area”, but was never used.
• The skeleton of a sperm whale hanging in the Whaling Museum washed up on Nantucket’s Low Beach in 1998. • Work on the State Road to ‘Sconset was begun in 1894. • Peak gusts from Hurricane Bob in 1991 reached 102 miles per hour.
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Thanks to conservation efforts, over 45% of Nantucket
Nantucket Naturally
is preserved in its natural state, with vast open spaces, hidden forests, salt marshes, barrier beaches, bogs and pine barrens forming only a part of the island’s unique terrain. From the sweeping sand arm of Great Point to the sandplain grasslands of the south shore, Nantucket’s natural treasures are as awe-inspiring as they are fragile.
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E X P LOR I N G N A N T U C K E T ’ S
Open Spaces
Picture this: you’re standing at the edge of a salt water inlet, surrounded by tall green reeds and waving grasses. In the near distance, a small, heron-like bird – an egret – patrols the shoreline, while above an osprey returns to its sky-high nest. 80% of the worldwide acreage of sandplain grasslands occur on Nantucket, Tuckernuck, and Martha’s Vineyard.” As the Nature Conservancy points out: “The coastal sandplain ecosystem found on Nantucket and the surrounding Massachusetts Islands is one of the most beautiful and threatened natural systems in the world, with only one percent of its original global acreage still remaining.” UMass/Boston, which operates a scientific field station on the island on land now owned by the Nantucket Conservation Foundation, has this to say about yet another ecological aspect of the island: “Nantucket’s heathlands are unique in eastern North America, including 25 plant and five animal species considered rare, endangered or of special concern.” Nantucket is truly a special place. In many areas, the island appears as it has for thousands of years. It’s not surprising that the Nature Conservancy has named Nantucket one of forty “Last Great Places” on earth. We can thank the foresight and diligence of several conservation organizations for helping safeguard the island’s untamed aspects for future generations to enjoy. Today, thanks to conservation efforts, over 45 percent of Nantucket is preserved in its natural state, with vast open spaces,
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You follow a meandering dirt trail through topography you’ve never before encountered: gently rolling moorlands covered with lowlying vegetation – including bayberry, little blue stem, huckleberry, and scrub oak – whose subtle hues and changing colors are as eyepleasing as the terrain is vast. You’re sitting near a high dune with hundreds of feet of fine sand reaching from you to the ocean. An American Oystercatcher works the sand near the shoreline, as do clutches of Sanderlings, who skitter and retreat from each wave, oblivious to your presence. To the left and right, all you see are miles of pristine beach. This is just a sampling of Nantucket’s natural beauty. Although it is a small island, the diversity of its terrain is such that it has long inspired painters, photographers, and those who simply enjoy the serene pleasures of an unspoiled landscape. Nantucket’s landscape is as unique as it is varied. A hallmark feature of Nantucket’s landscape is our sandplain grasslands, for example, described by the Nantucket Conservation Foundation as “relatively flat, open habitats similar to the prairies found in the Midwest,” adding: “It is currently estimated that over
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hidden forests, salt marshes, barrier beaches, bogs, and pine barrens forming only a part of the island’s unique terrain. From the sweeping sandy arm of Great Point to the aforementioned sandplain grasslands of the south shore, Nantucket’s natural treasures are both awe-inspiring and fragile. Protecting our natural assets is a top priority. In 1963, the Nantucket Conservation Foundation was founded with the mission of purchasing open space and wildlife habitat to conserve. In 1974, the Nantucket Land Council was founded to conduct the tedious and sometimes controversial advocacy and legal work required to research and clear titles, and shield undeveloped land from dubious claims. In 1983, Nantucketers took the initiative to approve the Nantucket Islands Land Bank, a concept that was the first of its kind in the nation. This ground-breaking legislation enabled the island to enter its own real estate market by levying a two percent fee on most real estate transactions, establishing a “bank” of funds to purchase open space. The Land Bank today oversees more than 2,900 acres of open space, including the public, 18-hole Miacomet Golf Course and 9-hole Old ‘Sconset Golf Course. Special emphasis is devoted to preserving access to the island’s
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beaches. “Our focus is on key waterfront parcels, to make certain the public will have access to these areas,” Land Bank Executive Director Eric Savetsky explains. Included in the Land Bank’s holdings are “dozens of beaches,” Savetsky notes, including the popular Cisco Beach on the south shore. Collectively, the island’s thousands of acres of conservation land keep Nantucket looking pristine and wild. “The island would have an entirely different character if the combined efforts of conservation groups hadn’t been as successful as they have been,” Savetsky continues. The broad stretches of open space, he points out, would be replaced by something more “fragmented” – pockets of land, and not the wide, spectacular swaths that exist today. He credits the early efforts of the Nantucket Conservation Foundation and the Nantucket Land Council for helping lead the way. “The Nantucket Conservation Foundation, having begun its work in the early 1960’s, combined with the Nantucket Land Council’s legal work and public advocacy starting in the early 1970’s, allowed vast tracts of land to be preserved,” he notes. “Today, that would be prohibitively expensive. These conservation efforts helped shape the appearance of Nantucket’s countryside.” Today, the Nantucket Conservation Foundation is the largest conservator of land on the island, and holds over 29 percent of the island’s total land area. But Foundation Executive Director James Lentowski points out that protecting Nantucket is truly a joint effort. “The collaboration between public and private agencies is something you don’t find in other places,” he remarks. The reason for this is that people continue to realize how special Nantucket is. “Nantucket has uncommon natural resources,” Lentowski adds. “I don’t know if you’d find anywhere else that looks like Nantucket.” “And, perhaps most importantly,” he continues, “Nantucketers appreciate what they have. I think the ultimate testimony to the character and natural beauty of Nantucket shows up in every year-round Nantucketer who, after being on the mainland for a time, can’t wait to get home.”
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Location, location, location is important both when buying real estate and looking for birds. Nantucket, 26 miles at sea, is a life-ring for migrants, with an open expansive topography that makes it a fantastic destination for birds and “Birding”.
The oft-blessed “Grey Lady” is a birding paradise loaded with an array of feathered creatures much of the year. The absolute prime time is fall and early winter when Nantucket “rocks and rolls” with common migrant birds and more than its share of rarities or wholly unexpected vagrant species. The birding is very different from the mainland, making the island an interesting venue at any time of year. If you’re planning a birding trip, come in the fall – you won’t be disappointed! Approximately half of the island is protected from development by various non-profits and the Nantucket Land Bank. The Nantucket Conservation Foundation is the largest property owner, with over 9,000 acres of moors, heathlands and globally rare sandplain grasslands. Island conservation agencies have a strong history of working together to protect Nantucket and its unique habitats. Virtually all conservation areas are open for birding, as are all island beaches, making the island an unusually friendly and accessible place for birders. The daily commute of Long-tailed Ducks from Nantucket Sound to Nantucket Shoals at dawn and dusk from November through January – an amazing world-class ornithological phenomenon – has been unpredictable for the past two years. If you’re visiting then, call The Linda Loring Nature Foundation at 508-325-0873, as their Senior Naturalist closely monitors the ducks’ routines. A highlight of the birding year is the Nantucket Birding Festival that will run from
October 16-19. Organized and sponsored by The Linda Loring Nature Foundation, the Festival has been successful at turning up significant numbers of birds, as well as unusual species. An impressive group of expert leaders travels here to lead Festival Field Trips and have discovered some amazing birds. In 2011, a Magnificent Frigatebird, Scissor-tailed Flycatcher and Townsend’s Solitaire were spotted. In 2012, the first Gray-tailed Tattler ever seen in eastern North America – only the third in the Lower 48 – was viewed by festival participants. In 2013, the island’s first Calliope Hummingbird – North America’s smallest bird – was discovered. The annual Christmas Bird Count, conducted close to New Year’s Day, is a local highlight and one of the best in New England. Many birders make their annual pilgrimage to the island at this great time of year. Nantucket’s winter birdlife is extraordinary, and its geographic location makes it the best place to view a large variety of gulls and waterfowl hard to find elsewhere in North America. The moderating influence of the surrounding waters enables many semi-hardy landbirds to survive the winter in thickets, making for interesting winter birding. Contact Edie Ray (ACKBIRD@aol.com) or Ken Blackshaw (kenandcindy1@comcast.net) for the date and details. Several island organizations feature guided walks and various programs for birding and natural history. The Linda Loring Nature Foundation offers weekly Birding Field Trips year-round and twice weekly trips during the summer months. The Maria Mitchell Association hosts summer walks, and the Trustees of Reservations offers natural history trips to Great Point and Coatue. The Nantucket Conservation Foundation hosts “Mornings for Members” walks during the summer months. From September through June, the Nantucket Bird Club meets at the Nantucket High School parking lot at 8 A.M. every Sunday for birding trips around the island. So, come and enjoy the birdlife, and while exploring Nantucket: “Remember to keep your eyes to the sky!” www.nantucketchamber.org • 41
Conserving Nantucket Various organizations and agencies work tirelessly to preserve the island’s natural landscape, including the following: Linda Loring Nature Foundation – llnf.org The Maria Mitchell Association – mmo.org The Massachusetts Audubon Society – massaudubon.org The Nantucket Conservation Foundation – nantucketconservation.com Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission – nantucketlandbank.org Nantucket Land Council – nantucketlandcouncil.org The ‘Sconset Trust – sconsettrust.org The Trustees of Reservations – the trustees.org
DEER TICK
Awareness
Deer ticks (sometimes called blacklegged ticks) are much smaller than dog ticks, and can be the size of the period at the end of this sentence. On Nantucket and elsewhere, infected ticks can transmit Lyme disease, babesiosis, or ehrlichiosis to an unsuspecting person.
Deer ticks are commonly found in sites where the moisture is high. Take care when walking in woods, marshy areas, tall grass, and along the edges of fields and lawns. If you venture into these areas, walk in the middle of trails and away from bordering shrubs.
Consider wearing protective clothing. Wearing light colored long pants – ideally tucked into high socks, and a long-sleeved shirt – can aid you in spotting ticks. Insect repellents with DEET (diethyltoluamide) will discourage ticks, and those with permethrin will kill them. Use these products with caution.
Ticks in search of a meal can sometimes wander for hours before attaching themselves. Normally, it takes between 24 and 48 hours for an attached infected tick to pass bacteria to its human host. Remove an attached tick by grabbing it at the skin’s surface with pointed tweezers. Avoid squeezing the tick’s body. Clean the bite site with soap and water, and watch for symptoms. If you experience fever, an unexplained rash anywhere on your body, painful joints, swollen glands, or other flu-like symptoms, contact your physician immediately. Tick-borne diseases can be treated effectively with antibiotics; however, an early and accurate diagnosis is crucial.
For additional information, call: Nantucket Cottage Hospital 508-825-8100 Nantucket Health Department 508-228-7226
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(left to right) Larva, nymph, adult male and adult female
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1 Jetties Beach Easy bike ride from town. NRTA shuttle service is available (summer only). Great for families: changing rooms, playground, public tennis courts, and a boardwalk to the beach. Windsurfing, sailboat, and kayak lessons and rentals available. Beach-accessible wheelchairs also available.
Located at the end of Miacomet Road, a 2.5 mile bike ride from town. Heavy surf.
2 Brant Point Easy walk or bike ride. No lifeguard. Scenic beach beside Brant Point Lighthouse; a pleasant spot to sit and watch the boats rounding the Point. Strong current - experienced swimmers only.
3 Children’s Beach On the harbor, an easy walk from town. Ideal for small children: park, playground, picnic tables and bandstand. T-shirt tiedying sponsored by Nantucket Park & Recreation Commission – Fridays at noon, mid-July through August. Enjoy free G-rated movies Friday nights at dusk. Free concerts 6:00 - 7:15 p.m. on Sundays.
4 Dionis Three miles by bike from town. Sheltered by dunes; calm waters for swimming; safe for children.
5 Francis Street Beach Five-minute walk from Main Street. Calm harbor waters for wading; no lifeguard. Turtle climb, kayak rentals.
South Shore 6 Surfside Located at the end of Surfside Road, a 2.2mile ride on paved bike path or via NRTA shuttle bus (summer only). Good beach for families: picnics, kite flying, beach games, and surfcasting after 5 p.m. Beach-accessible wheelchairs also available. Surf can be heavy.
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8 Cisco Four-mile bike ride to the end of Hummock Pond Road. Surf School available. Heavy surf.
9 Madaket As far west as you can go. Regular NRTA shuttle bus service or 5.5-mile bike ride on scenic, paved bike path. Food available nearby. Famous for viewing sunsets. Heavy surf.
Eastern Shore 10 Siasconset Regular shuttle service, or 6-mile ride on paved bike path. Food and restrooms are available in nearby village of ’Sconset. Surf can be heavy. For any questions regarding lifeguards or beaches, please call the Police Department non-emergency line at 508-228-1212. A $50 one-week beach access permit for non-residents is now available. Please call the Public Safety Facility at 508-325-4100, ext. 5917 for information. Beach permits may be purchased at the Public Safety Facility, located at 4 Fairgrounds Road. Credit cards are accepted. For additional details, visit www. nantucket-ma.gov/Pages/NantucketMA_Police.
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With the assistance of tireless volunteers
Nantucket Sponsored Events
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and funds donated by generous sponsors, The Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce coordinates major annual events beloved by both tourists and locals alike. The enormously popular Daffodil Festival Weekend in April – the island’s “kick-off” to spring – and Nantucket
Noel, a month-long homage to the holidays highlighted by the Tree Lighting and Community Caroling ceremony, Christmas Stroll Weekend, Home for the Holidays, and the Red Ticket Drawing in December – are all Chamber-produced and sponsored events attracting a bevy of visitors to our shores in all seasons. Other local events promoted by the Chamber include Restaurant Week in Spring and Fall, Sandcastle & Sculpture Day in August, the Cranberry Festival in October, and Nantucket New Year’s at December month-end, to name a few.
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CALENDAR OF
Events 2014
April, May
40th Annual Daffodil Festival Weekend.................................. April 25-27 Atheneum Used Book Sale......................................................... April 26 Nantucket Daffodil 5K Race........................................................ April 27 Wine Festival Weekend...........................................................May 14-18 Figawi Race Weekend............................................................May 24-26
June
Spring Restaurant Week............................................................. June 2-8 Sam Sylvia Pro-Am Golf Tournament.......................................... June 7-8 Nantucket Book Festival........................................................ June 20-22 Nantucket Iron Man Relay Race.................................................. June 22 Nantucket Film Festival.......................................................... June 25-30
July
4th of July Fireworks......................................................................July 4 Firecracker 5K Race.......................................................................July 4 Atheneum Used Book Sale.............................................................July 4 Nantucket Yoga Festival......................................................... July 11-13 Nantucket Comedy Festival.................................................... July 16-19 Nantucket Preservation Trust Summer Kitchen Tour.........................July 17 Small Friends Arts & Artisans Show......................................... July 17-20 Nantucket Triathlon......................................................................July 19 “Hero” Distance Race...................................................................July 20 Atheneum Dance Festival....................................................... July 21-26 Nantucket Garden Festival..................................................... July 25-27 NHA 37th Annual Antiques & Design Show of Nantucket...July 31-August 4
August
Nantucket Music Festival........................................................August 2-3 Nantucket Preservation Trust August Fete.................................... August 7 Boston Pops.............................................................................. August 9 Nantucket Race Week...........................................................August 9-17 Annual Tim Russert Summer Groove Concert............................ August 16 Nan. Isl. School of Design & Arts Sandcastle & Sculpture Day.... August 16 Opera House Cup Race.......................................................... August 17
September, October
Nantucket Maritime Festival............................................... September 20 Fall Restaurant Week.........................................September 29-October 5 Nantucket Arts Festival......................................September 30-October 6 5th Annual Jr. Chef Competition.............................................. October 5 Cranberry Festival................................................................. October 11 Nantucket Demolition Derby.................................................. October 12 Nantucket Half-Marathon...................................................... October 12 Hogtoberfest....................................................................October 19-20 Annual Halloween Parade..................................................... October 31
November, December
NHA Festival of Wreaths............................................... November 26-30 Annual Tree Lighting & Community Caroling.......................November 28 41st Annual Christmas Stroll Weekend...............................December 5-7 NHA Festival of Trees......................................................December 5-31 Home for the Holidays....................................................... December 14 Holiday Red Ticket Drawing................................................ December 24 Nantucket New Year’s.............................. December 27-January 1, 2015
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*Dates available at press time. Please confirm with organizers.
40th Daffodil Festival Weekend, April 25 - 27, 2014 April’s gentle sea breezes and warming sunshine coax new growth from the island’s sandy soil, adorning roadsides and gardens with an astonishing array of daffodils in shades of yellow, orange, white and pale pink. Revel in this exuberant celebration of spring by donning your daffodil-themed hat, watching the Antique Car Parade, and indulging in a tasty Tailgate Picnic. On this festive April weekend, remember that it’s “OK to be Daffy!”
Now in its 40th year, Daffodil Festival Weekend on Nantucket is a jubilant celebration of spring’s arrival, punctuated by the blooming of over three million daffodils of various hues, shapes and sizes which grace roadsides, gardens and shop windows. The central event of this delightful weekend is the Antique Car Parade, showcasing over 100 vintage cars bedecked with sunny yellow daffodils and other creative embellishments. Vehicles are staged on Main Street for the public to admire, and all are encouraged to vote for their favorite in the categories of Most Authentic, Best in Show, and the coveted People’s Choice award. At noon, the cars wind through town and onward to the charming village of Siasconset, where participants join residents and visitors for the Annual Daffodil Tailgate Picnic. Held on the lush lawns leading to the village, fare ranges from elaborate gourmet cuisine served on fine china to simple box lunches and burgers. The day’s festivities are rounded out by a family picnic and concert at Children’s Beach, “Daffy” Hat Pageant, Children’s Parade, the Nantucket Garden Club’s Annual Daffodil Show, a Daffodil Festival Marketplace, Window Decorating Contest, and a whimsical “Daffy” Dog Parade! New events are scheduled for 2014, so be sure to check our website, www.nantucketchamber.org for updates. Check out our Daffodil video, which is also available on the Nantucket App for Smartphones: https://vimeo.com/38106241.
What originated in 1974 as a simple floral show sponsored by the American Daffodil Society has evolved into a weekend chock full of events – including raffles, art exhibits, picnics, concerts, walking and bike tours, wine tastings, a used book sale, and even a 5K race! The late Jean MacAusland (former Nantucket summer resident and publisher of Gourmet Magazine) persuaded the Nantucket Garden Club to invite the American Daffodil Society to sponsor a daffodil show on the island. They set a rather impressive goal of planting over one million daffodil bulbs, and began their endeavor along Milestone Road in the autumn of 1974. Unfortunately, many bulbs had been planted in a straight line too close to the road, and were mowed down before they were able to store food for the winter. On their next attempt, the Garden Club set the bulbs in random bunches farther from the road; this “drift planting” afforded some protection, and provided a more natural setting. To enhance the festivities in 1978, Mrs. MacAusland and Nantucketer H. Flint Ranney contrived the first “Annual Nantucket Garden Club Vintage Motor Car Outing”, registering 19 antique vehicles for what has become a beloved island ritual. In 1980, the Chamber of Commerce assumed responsibility for organizing the Antique Car Parade and Tailgate Picnic, and continues to enhance the event, recently adding the popular Daffodil Festival Marketplace as well as a family picnic and concert to the mix.
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©Michael Galvin
History of the Daffodil Festival
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Fall on Nantucket, September - November 2014
©Michael Galvin
The fall months on Nantucket offer a true respite after the busy summer season. The island’s natural beauty takes center stage, highlighted by crimson-colored landscapes, dramatic surf and sunsets and crisp, cool days.
Fall is one of Nantucket’s best-kept secrets. This season is an ideal time to visit, as summer crowds have dispersed and the island basks in spectacular weather that encourages outdoor pursuits. Nantucket is located along the Gulf Stream, bringing continued warm temperatures in the fall when the island’s natural beauty is at its height, showcased by crimson moors, dramatic surf, and breathtaking sunsets. It’s the perfect time to stroll near-deserted beaches, bike along our many scenic paths, or join a guided walking tour that meanders through secluded byways, replete with historical tidbits and little-known island trivia. Foodies, nature lovers, birders, sports enthusiasts, history buffs and patrons of the Arts will delight in myriad activities and events, including art exhibitions, theater productions, the many-faceted Nantucket Arts Festival (September 30 - October 6), and a flurry of antiques auctions. Nantucket Restaurant Week
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(September 29 - October 5) invites residents and visitors alike to indulge in outstanding food and wine in celebrated island establishments offering special three-course menus and pricing. Other fall events include the Nantucket County Fair, Maritime Festival – heralding the start of Nantucket’s famous scallop season – Nantucket Historical Association’s Historic Harvest Fair, and the Conservation Foundation’s ever-popular Cranberry Harvest Festival. Interestingly, the Windswept Bog on Milestone Road was once the world’s largest natural cranberry bog. In 1959, intensive efforts to conserve water resources resulted in the construction of a complex network of ditches and dikes that subdivide the bog into smaller and more water-efficient units. Arts, berries, biking, birds and more – there’s truly something for everyone to enjoy during this season of splendor.
Nantucket Noel, November 28, 2014 - January 1, 2015 Featuring Christmas Stroll Weekend, December 5-7, 2014
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If you could conjure the quintessential Yuletide experience... cobblestone streets lined with glittering fir trees, strolling carolers in Victorian garb, the scent of wood smoke wafting through a bustling European-style marketplace, Santa greeting wide-eyed children beside a glowing hearth... this picture-perfect backdrop is what makes Nantucket’s annual Christmas Stroll Weekend a truly enchanting experience.
Nantucket Noel begins Thanksgiving weekend with the annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Community Caroling ceremony on Friday, November 28. Main Street – closed to vehicular traffic – teems with locals and visitors alike who gather in anxious expectation as the Town Crier leads the “countdown” and over 150 Christmas trees magically come alive in a blaze of colored light. Joyous caroling fills the air, and the mood is set for a traditional holiday experience. School children, youth groups and local non-profit organizations band together to decorate the trees lining Main Street and surrounding side streets in preparation for the grand events of the following weekend. Now in its 41st year, Christmas Stroll Weekend takes place on December 5-7. Just before noon on December 6, the Town Crier rings in the Stroll at the top of Main Street before heading down to Straight Wharf to meet Santa, arriving with much fanfare aboard a Coast Guard vessel in lieu of the traditional sleigh. A jubilant parade transports the beloved gent to the Jared Coffin House on Broad Street, where he greets eagerly-awaiting children – lists in hand – in a cozy parlor beside a glowing fireplace. Outside, the Town continues to bustle with activity. At the head of Main Street, the Magical
Talking Tree entertains children of all ages while strolling Victorian carolers in period costume fill the air with familiar songs of the season. A charming European-style Christmas Marketplace entices one and all, with mouth-watering aromas and a variety of eclectic wares. While “Strolling”, stop to admire the uniquely decorated windows and doorways of local merchants who vie for coveted ribbons deeming their efforts “most creative” or “most traditional.” Craft shows, exhibitions and performances – including the popular Holiday House Tour on Friday evening – round out this magical weekend where a page from Dickens truly comes to life. Eclectic entertainment abounds, both on the Main Street Stage and throughout Town – from demonstrations of Brazilian martial arts skills (a capoeira) to youth caroling, dancing, and more! Board local buses for a modern version of the “Nantucket Sleigh Ride”, with shuttles conveying shoppers to mid-island venues offering unique activities, live demonstrations, refreshments and terrific offers. Or, you can take your own transportation if you like. Fun and festive events continue throughout the month of December and many island shops, lodgings and restaurants remain open through New Year’s Day as we celebrate “Nantucket New Year’s”. Be sure to make your reservations early, however, as accommodations are often booked well in advance of Stroll or New Year’s Weekends. The “quiet months” of winter are a time to reflect and rejuvenate as you wander along deserted beaches, attend an Art exhibit, enjoy a stellar night of theater, or just relax on a sunny Main Street bench while “watching the pass.” Come and experience the magic that is Nantucket’s off-season.
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Nantucket offers a wide variety of accommodations. Island lodging establishments run the gamut from larger, full-service properties to smaller bed-and-breakfasts, as well as cottage and home rentals.
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The joys of getting away from it all are enhanced by the splendid variety of accommodations Nantucket has to offer.
Town also printed a promotional flyer entitled “Nantucket Island an Ideal Health and Vacation Resort.” In 1880, the American tradition of summer vacations was firmly established. And so, nearly two hundred years hence, this magical island remains a premier tourist destination, offering the same relaxation and respite to visitors in search of a singular vacation experience. Many lodgings are converted whaling-era houses where simple elegance and comfort await. This unique charm is enhanced by a canopy bed, perhaps, or freshly-made muffins at breakfast. Innkeepers are eager to share information on restaurants, beaches, biking, and sightseeing. Your escape does not mean you will be cut off from civilization, however. Cable television and WiFi access is readily available. Whether it’s in town, or by the ocean, a stay on Nantucket is a relaxing and refreshing respite from the real world.
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From traditional guest houses that line the streets of downtown, to gracious hotels both in and out of town, and summer cottages fronting the shore, lodging on Nantucket is both varied and eclectic. For the first-time visitor, an overnight stay on Nantucket is an experience like no other. For most, that first trip kindles a lasting relationship with the Grey Lady that beguiles, inspiring them to count the days until their return. When the Whaling industry suffered its swift decline in the mid 1800’s, the economy of Nantucket was resurrected by tourism. Commercial shipping gave way to recreational boating, and daily excursions from the mainland on the graceful old steamers brought the first summer visitors. The first generation of “developers” built cottages and summer houses, advertising them in Boston and New York newspapers. Island housewives took in summer boarders – attracting potential guests with “large airy rooms” and “nicely cooked bluefish.” The
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Policies
Nantucket Lodging Association www.nantucketlodging.org Reservations: Early advance reservations will
insure confirmed accommodations, especially in the summer season. However, Nantucket is rarely “sold out” and spontaneous travelers can often find last-minute bookings. There is no need to bring a car to the island for short-term stays. Most lodging establishments are within easy walking distance of beaches, restaurants, museums, churches, galleries and shops; some venues further out of town provide “jitney” service for their guests. In addition, the Nantucket Regional Transit Authority has numerous shuttle buses to transport you to the more remote areas of the Island, beaches and shopping.
Always confirm cancellation and refund policies when making room reservations. The Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce has no regulatory authority over these policies. Lodging establishments renting four or more rooms must be licensed by the Town of Nantucket. Most of the Chamber’s licensed lodging members are also members of the Nantucket Lodging Association and will usually display the NLA logo in their advertising and literature. Licensed establishments are subject to state and local room-occupancy tax.
Nantucket Lodging Association Group Reservation Policy: Lodging establishments
often receive requests for group reservations such as weddings, reunions, anniversary celebrations, minimum stay requirements, particularly for and groups traveling together. For group weekends and peak season. However, some do reservations, Nantucket’s lodging establishments accept one night reservations in advance, and it is generally subscribe to a common often possible to obtain lodging on short practice of advance group notice. Visit www.nantucketchamber.org Due to reservations being guaranteed and for hotel information or call Nantucket prepaid. Visitor Services at 508-228-0925 for a Nantucket’s To provide assurance to both the listing of daily availability. Access fragile ecology, lodging facilities and the parties that www.nantucketlodging.org and click camping book large numbers of rooms, the on “Availability” to review advance following policies apply: availability options. is prohibited. • Full payment is required with 30-day Rates: The rates listed on pages 53-58 notice to cancel, with a 10% are for peak season, double occupancy, and are cancellation fee. the rates available at press time. These prices are • In the event that there is a shortening or subject to change and you should confirm them cancellation of a reservation less than 30 days when you book your stay. Rates are seasonal and from the arrival date, the advance payment may off-peak rates are lower. be non-refundable. Please verify the specific policies that pertain to your group Deposits and Refunds: Because of reservation with each lodging establishment. Nantucket’s unique location, most visitors make • It is common for group reservations to be precise travel plans and confirm their lodging in subject to a service charge. advance. If a confirmed reservation is canceled, Note: Individual room reservations with it may not be possible to re-book the room. individual payments are preferred by most inns. Therefore, our lodging members subscribe to a
Minimum Stay: Many establishments have
strict and businesslike deposit and cancellation policy similar to the following: • For three nights or less, full pre-payment may be required at the time of booking. • For longer stays, a 50% deposit may be required at the time of booking, with balance due on arrival. • Deposits (less 10% services fee) will usually be refunded if notice of cancellation is received at least 15 days before expected arrival. If a cancellation is received less than 15 days prior to arrival, deposits (less 10% service fee) may be refunded if the room is re-booked for the entire canceled period.
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Storm Policy: If the ferries operate, guests are
expected to arrive whether or not they planned to travel by ferry or plane. Arrival is based on the standard of the ferries being operational, per the decision of the ferry captain, terms of his or her Coast Guard license and passenger safety. If all ferries have been cancelled on a given day, a credit toward a future stay or refund will be issued for that night’s lodging. When ferry service resumes, guests are expected to arrive for the balance of their reservation. Travel delays, missed connections from airports, as well as medical or any other travel issues will not merit credits or refunds. These potential unforeseen problems are best addressed with travel insurance, which is highly recommended.
Directory
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APARTMENTS Brant Point Inn 6 North Beach Street Nantucket, MA 02554 bpi@nantucket.net www.brantpointinn.com YR WF AC NS PB
508-228-5442
Brewster Equities Long term apt. rentals 617-799-7810 12 Oak Street Nantucket, MA 02554 Brewster44@aol.com www.brewsterequities.com YR Wade Cottages 35 Shell Street PO Box 211 Siasconset, MA 02564 seamail@wadecottages.com www.wadecottages.com
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COTTAGE & HOUSE RENTALS Atlantic East Nantucket Real Estate Pg. 158 82 Easton Street 508-228-7707 PO Box 1407 Nantucket, MA 02554 office@nantucketrealestate.com www.atlanticeastre.com YR AC BeautifulPlaces Luxury Vacation Rentals Harborview Place Nantucket 800-495-9961 24 Washington Street $495-$2500 Nantucket, MA 02554 harborview@beautiful-places.com www.beautiful-places.com W YR WF AC NS PF PB Brant Point Cottage (Nantucket Basket) 20 Willard Street 508-228-9267 PO Box 1436 800-837-2921 Nantucket, MA 02554 innkeeper@theperiwinkle.com www.theperiwinkle.com WF AC NS P PB
W = Wheelchair Access WF= WiFi Available YR = Open Year Round
Prices are double occupancy, peak season, and subject to change. Add 5.7% state and 6% local room occupancy tax, as necessary.
Brant Point Courtyard 15 Swain Street PO Box 695 Nantucket, MA 02554 bpcyard@nantucket.net www.brantpointcourtyaRoadcom PB Brant Point Inn 6 North Beach Street Nantucket, MA 02554 bpi@nantucket.net www.brantpointinn.com YR WF AC NS PB
Pg. 74 508-228-0241 800-228-2968
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Cabot Lane Cottages Pg. 74 2 Cabot Lane 302-542-3603 (YR) Nantucket, MA 02554 $1000-$1200/week cabotlane.cottages@verizon.net www.cabotlanecottages.com WF AC NS PB Congdon & Coleman Real Estate, Inc. IBC 57 Main Street 508-325-5000 Nantucket, MA 02554 ack@congdonandcoleman.com www.congdonandcoleman.com YR Corkish Cottages 320 Polpis Road Nantucket, MA 02554 suzette@nantucket.net www.corkishcottages.com PF PB
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The Cottages & Lofts Pg. 69 at the Boat Basin 508-325-1499 24 Old South Wharf 866-838-9253 PO Box 2580 $495-$1400 Nantucket, MA 02584 cottages@niresorts.com www.thecottagesnantucket.com WF AC NS P PF PB Far Island Cottages 41 Madaket Road Nantucket, MA 02554 info@farisland.com www.farisland.com PF PB
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508-228-1906 $155-$325
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Hunky Dory 1 West York Lane 601-896-6990 Nantucket, MA 02554 kathleenconway@allen conway.com www.hunkydory.us YR WF AC NS Le Cottage 97 Somerset Road Nantucket, MA 02554 Write to: 81 Baldwin Lane Mahopac, NY 10541 health_4_u@shaklee.net YR NS PB The Mariner House 30 Centre Street Nantucket, MA 02554 themarinerhouse@comcast.net www.themarinerhouse.com YR WF NS
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Wade Cottages 35 Shell Street PO Box 211 Siasconset, MA 02564 seamail@wadecottages.com www.wadecottages.com
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WeNeedaVacation.com Pg. 156 15 Cape Lane 774-323-3911 Brewster, MA 02631 nantucket@weneedavacation.com www.weneedavacation.com/Nantucket/ Vacation Rentals YR AC PF White Elephant Village: Residences & Inn 19 North Water Street 508-228-1500 PO Box 2580 800-475-2637 Nantucket, MA 02584 whiteelephantvillage@niresorts.com www.whiteelephantvillage.com W WF AC NS P PB R
HOSTELS Hostelling International Nantucket 31 Western Avenue 508-228-0433 Nantucket, MA 02554 888-901-2084 nantucket@hiusa.org $27-$35 Dorm; www.hiusa.org/massachusetts/nantucket W NS $119-$145 Private
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Maury People Sotheby’s Pgs. 67, 157 International Realty 508-228-1881 37 Main Street Nantucket, MA 02554 jen@maurypeople.com www.maurypeople.com W YR AC NS PB Nantucket Accommodations 2 Windy Way, Suite 162 508-228-9559 Nantucket, MA 02554 866-743-3330 reservations@nantucketaccommodations.com www.nantucketaccommodations.com YR P NantucketVacationHouses.com 14 Orange Street 617-592-6944 Nantucket, MA 02554 goldweitz@garrisonsquare.com www.nantucketvacationhouses.com Nashaquisset Nantucket Rentals Pg. 70 7 Washaman Avenue 508-825-2200 Nantucket, MA 02554 suzanne@nashaquisset.com www.nashaquisset.com AC NS PB
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21 Broad 21 Broad Street Nantucket, MA 02554 stay@21broadhotel.com
508-228-4749 $359-$559
29 Fair Street Inn 29 Fair Street 508-257-4577 Nantucket, MA 02554 $350-$675 reservations@thesummerhouse.com www.thesummerhouse.com W WF AC NS P PF PB R 76 Main 76 Main Street 508-228-2533 Nantucket, MA 02554 800-876-6858 stay@76main.com $259-$679 www.76main.com B WF AC NS P PB The Barnacle Inn 11 Fair Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@thebarnacleinn.com www.thebarnacleinn.com B WF AC NS P PB
508-228-0332 $160-$350
The Beachside at Nantucket Pg. 66 30 North Beach Street 508-228-2241 Nantucket, MA 02554 800-322-4433 info@thebeachside.com $260-$570 www.thebeachside.com W WF AC NS P PF PB
Pg. 65 508-228-0618 800-932-9645 $565-$2600
White Elephant 50 Easton Street PO Box 2580 Nantucket, MA 02584 whiteelephant@niresorts.com www.whiteelephanthotel.com B W WF AC NS P PB R
Jared Coffin House 29 Broad Street PO Box 2580 Nantucket, MA 02584 jaredcoffinhouse@niresorts.com www.jaredcoffinhouse.com W YR WF AC NS P PB
Pg. 69 508-228-2400 800-248-2405 $275-$535
White Elephant Village: Residences & Inn 19 North Water Street 508-228-1500 PO Box 2580 800-475-2637 Nantucket, MA 02584 $595-$3800 whiteelephantvillage@niresorts.com www.whiteelephantvillage.com W WF AC NS P PB R
The Nantucket Hotel & Resort Pg. 73 77 Easton St 508-310-1734 Nantucket, MA 02554 866-807-6011 reservations@thenantuckethotel.com $475-$2250 www.thenantuckethotel.com B W YR WF AC NS P PB R Nantucket Inn Pg. 75 1 Miller Lane 508-228-6900 Nantucket, MA 02554 800-321-8484 info@nantucketinn.net $280-$440 www.nantucketinn.net B W WF AC NS P PB R The Summer House - Fair Street 27 Fair Street 508-257-4577 PO Box 880 $200-$500 Nantucket, MA 02554 reservations@thesummerhouse.com www.thesummerhouse.com W WF AC NS P PB R The Summer House Inns & Cottages 17 Ocean Avenue 508-257-4577 PO Box 880 $625-$1500 Siasconset, MA 02564 reservations@thesummerhouse.com www.thesummerhouse.com W AC NS P PB R Union Street Inn 7 Union Street Nantucket, MA 02554 Info@UnionInn.com www.UnionInn.com B WF AC NS P PB
Pg. 59 888-517-0707 $299-$619
The Veranda House 3 Step Lane 508-228-0695 Nantucket, MA 02554 877-228-0695 info@theverandahouse.com $319-$649 www.theverandahouse.com B W WF AC NS P PB The Wauwinet 120 Wauwinet Road PO Box 2580 Nantucket, MA 02584 wauwinet@NIResorts.com www.wauwinet.com B W WF AC NS P PB R
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Pg. 71 508-228-2500 800-445-6574 $595-$1400
INFORMATION RESOURCES Nantucket Island Pgs. 95, 102, 105, 111, Chamber of Commerce 124, 151, 165, 200, Zero Main Street, 2nd Floor 212, 223 Nantucket, MA 02554 508-228-1700 info@nantucketchamber.org www.nantucketchamber.org YR PF Nantucket Visitor Services 25 Federal Street Nantucket, MA 02554 visitorinfo@nantucket ma.gov www.nantucket ma.gov/visitor YR
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INNS / BED & BREAKFASTS #3 Hussey Street Guest House 3 Hussey Street 508-228-4298 PO Box 1829 $65-$255 Nantucket, MA 02554 langudoc@nantucket.net www.lelanguedoc.com YR AC NS PF PB 21 Broad 21 Broad Street Nantucket, MA 02554 stay@21broadhotel.com
508-228-4749 $359-$559
29 Fair Street Inn 29 Fair Street 508-257-4577 Nantucket, MA 02554 $350-$675 reservations@thesummerhouse.com www.thesummerhouse.com W WF AC NS P PF PB R 29 India House 1795 29 India Street 508-228-0308 Nantucket, MA 02554 800-939-0308 29indiahouse@gmail.com $250-$525 www.29indiahouse.com B WF AC NS P PF PB 76 Main 76 Main Street 508-228-2533 Nantucket, MA 02554 800-876-6858 stay@76main.com $259-$679 www.76main.com B WF AC NS P PB www.nantucketchamber.org • 55
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Cliffside Beach Club 46 Jefferson Avenue PO Box 449 Nantucket, MA 02554 ackbeach@aol.com www.cliffsidebeach.com B WF AC NS P PB R
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INNS / BED & BREAKFASTS cont. Anchor Inn 66 Centre Street PO Box 387 Nantucket, MA 02554 anchorin@nantucket.net www.anchor-inn.net YR WF AC NS P PB The Barnacle Inn 11 Fair Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@thebarnacleinn.com www.thebarnacleinn.com B WF AC NS P PB
508-228-0072 $195-$315
508-228-0332 $160-$350
Brant Point Cottage (Nantucket Basket) 20 Williams Street 508-228-9267 PO Box 1436 800-837-2921 Nantucket, MA 02554 innkeeper@theperiwinkle.com www.theperiwinkle.com WF AC NS P PB Brant Point Inn 6 North Beach Street Nantucket, MA 02554 bpi@nantucket.net www.brantpointinn.com YR WF AC NS PB
508-228-5442 $225-$265
Brass Lantern Inn Pg. 61 11 North Water Street 508-228-4064 Nantucket, MA 02554 800-377-6609 reservations@brasslanternnantucket.com www.brasslanternnantucket.com $245-$495 B WF AC NS P PF PB Carlisle House Inn 26 North Water Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@carlislehouse.com www.carlislehouse.com B YR WF AC NS P PB Carriage House 5 Ray’s Court Nantucket, MA 02554 www.carriagehousenantucket.com B YR WF AC NS P PB
508-228-0720 $205-$425
Pg. 63 508-228-0326 $120-$200
Chapman House 20 North Water Street PO Box 1267 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@theverandahouse.com www.chapmanhousehotel.com B WF AC NS P PB The Chestnut House 3 Chestnut Street Nantucket, MA 02554 www.chestnuthouse.com YR WF AC NS PB
Pg. 75 508-228-0049 $275-$375
Cliff Lodge 9 Cliff Road Nantucket, MA 02554 info@clifflodgenantucket.com www.clifflodgenantucket.com B YR WF AC NS P PB
Pg. 72 508-228-9480 $155-$330
The Cobblestone Inn 5 Ash Street 508-228-1987 Nantucket, MA 02554 $150-$325 cobble@nantucket.net www.nantucket.net/lodging/cobblestoneinn YR WF AC NS PB The Cottages & Lofts at the Boat Basin 24 Old South Wharf PO Box 2580 Nantucket, MA 02584 cottages@niresorts.com www.thecottagesnantucket.com WF AC NS P PF PB
Pg. 69 508-325-1499 866-838-9253 $495-$1400
Hawthorn House 2 Chestnut Street Nantucket, MA 02554 hhguests@gmail.com www.hawthornhouse.com YR WF AC NS PB
Pg. 60 508-228-1468 $155-$300
Jared Coffin House 29 Broad Street PO Box 2580 Nantucket, MA 02584 jaredcoffinhouse@niresorts.com www.jaredcoffinhouse.com W YR WF AC NS P PB
Pg. 69 508-228-2400 800-248-2405 $275-$535
Centerboard Inn 8 Chester Street 508-228-9696 Nantucket, MA 02554 877-228-2811 innkeeper@centerboardinn.com $199-$525 www.centerboardinn.com YR WF AC NS P PB
Le Languedoc Inn & Bistro 24 Broad Street PO Box 1829 Nantucket, MA 02554 languedoc@nantucket.net www.lelanguedoc.com YR AC NS PB R
Century House 10 Cliff Road PO Box 603 Nantucket, MA 02554 reservations@centuryhouse.com www.centuryhouse.com B WF AC NS P PB
Martin House Inn 61 Centre Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@martinhouseinn.net www.martinhouseinn.net YR WF AC NS P PB
508-228-0530 888-INN-0530 $225-$695
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508-228-0695 877-228-0695 $289-$469
508-228-2552 $65-$255
Pg. 72 508-228-0678 $190-$405
The Summer House - India Street 31 India Street 508-257-4577 Nantucket, MA 02554 $200-$395 reservations@thesummerhouse.com www.thesummerhouse.com WF AC NS P PB
Periwinkle Inn & Cottage 9 North Water Street PO Box 1436 Nantucket, MA 02554 innkeeper@theperiwinkle.com www.theperiwinkle.com WF AC NS P PB
Swedish Delight 39 Dukes Road PO Box 1278 Nantucket, MA 02554 ingridnantucket@gmail.com B YR WF AC NS P PB
The Pineapple Inn 10 Hussey Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@pineappleinn.com www.pineappleinn.com W WF AC NS P PB The Regatta Inn 78 Centre Street Nantucket, MA 02554 innkeeper@theregattainn.com www.theregattainn.com
Pg. 75 508-228-9267 800-837-2921 $245-$375
508-228-9992 $145-$375
Pg. 74 508-901-5740 $199-$469
The Roberts House Inn Pg. 62 11 India Street 508-228-0600 Nantucket, MA 02554 800-872-6830 reservations@robertshouseinn.com $175-$795 www.robertshouseinn.com W YR WF AC NS P PB R Safe Harbor 2 Harbor View Way Nantucket, MA 02554 sharbor@comcast.net www.safeharbornantucket.com WF AC NS PF PB
Pg. 68 508-228-3222 $239-$289
Seven Sea Street Inn 7 Sea Street 508-228-3577 Nantucket, MA 02554 800-651-9262 innkeeper@sevenseastreetinn.com $249-$449 www.sevenseastreetinn.com YR WF AC NS P PB Sherburne Inn 10 Gay Street 508-228-4425 Nantucket, MA 02554 888-577-4425 welcome@sherburneinn.com $250-$395 www.sherburneinn.com B YR WF AC NS P PB Ships Inn 13 Fair Street 508-228-0040 Nantucket, MA 02554 888-872-4052 shipsinn@nantucket.net $195-$295 www.shipsinnnantucket.com AC NS P PB R The Summer House - Fair Street 27 Fair Street 508-257-4577 PO Box 880 Nantucket, MA 02554 reservations@thesummerhouse.com www.thesummerhouse.com W WF AC NS P PB R
Union Street Inn 7 Union Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@unioninn.com www.unioninn.com B WF AC NS P PB
508-228-1839 $100-$140
Pg. 59 888-517-0707 $299-$619
The Veranda House 3 Step Lane 508-228-0695 Nantucket, MA 02554 877-228-0695 info@theverandahouse.com $319-$649 www.theverandahouse.com B W WF AC NS P PB
RESERVATION SERVICES Accommodations Et Al 9 North Water Street PO Box 1436 Nantucket, MA 02554 innkeeper@theperiwinkle.com www.theperiwinkle.com YR WF AC NS P PB Best of Nantucket® 35 Old South Road Nantucket, MA 02554 bestofnantucket@hotmail.com www.bestofnantucket.net W YR
508-228-9267 800-837-2921
508-228-1069
Nantucket Accommodations 2 Windy Way, Suite 162 508-228-9559 Nantucket, MA 02554 866-743-3330 reservations@nantucketaccommodations.com www.nantucketaccommodations.com YR P Nantucket Lodging Association PO Box 52 Nantucket, MA 02554 nantucketlodging@gmail.com www.nantucketlodging.org YR Nantucket Visitor Services 25 Federal Street Nantucket, MA 02554 visitorinfo@nantucket-ma.gov www.nantucket-ma.gov/visitor YR
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Nantucket White House Inn 48 Centre Street 508-228-1996 Nantucket, MA 02554 $225-$305 welcome@nantucketwhitehouseinn.com www.nantucketwhitehouseinn.com YR WF AC NS P PB
RETIREMENT/SENIOR HOUSING
Nantucket.net Lodging Directory PO Box 626 508-228-6777 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucket.net www.nantucket.net YR
Sherburne Commons Residences, LLC 40 Sherburne Commons 508-228-4080 Nantucket, MA 02554 cgifford@sherburnecommons.org www.sherburnecommons.org B W YR AC NS PF
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Brass L antern Inn Nantucket Lodging at its Best Enjoy contemporary comfort in a classic setting Located in the heart of the Historic District Relax in our garden and on our patio Main Inn and Garden Wing Weddings and Groups Pets welcome
www.BrassLanternNantucket.com Member: Diamond Collection, bedandbreakfast.com • TripAdvisor Certificates of Excellence 2010 - 2013
11 North Water Street, Nantucket, MA 02554 reservations@brasslanternnantucket.com • 508-228-4064 • 800-377-6609
THE ROBERTS HOUSE INN
Just off Main Street in the heart of downtown Nantucket, you will find our family of Inns known collectively as the Roberts House Inn. The inns are just steps away from unique shops, world class restaurants, and buses that service all of the island, including many famous beaches. Spacious front porches furnished with comfortable wicker furniture overlook the downtown scene and provide guests a place to relax with old and new acquaintances.
11 INDIA STREET NANTUCKET, MA 02554 THEROBERTSCOLLECTION.COM 800.872.6830 508.228.0600 RESERVATIONS@ROBERTSHOUSEINN.COM ALL OF OUR PROPERTIES ARE NON-SMOKING OPEN YEAR ROUND
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Come Home To Nantucket...
Private Vacation Rental Homes
View our entire collection of rental homes at www.maurypeople.com. 37 Main Street Nantucket Island Massachusetts, 02554
Each Office is Independently Owned And Operated.
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N A S H A Q U I S S E T
Nantucket’s only community with on-site management services for homeowners & rental guests.
Welcome to Nashaquisset ... a unique Nantucket village
where islanders, summer residents, and vacationers enjoy an unparalleled island lifestyle. Charming 2-5 bedroom homes and cottages. Close to town. On bike path to Surfside Beach. Pool and Har-Tru tennis courts. 7 Washaman Avenue • Nantucket, MA 02554 www.Nashaquisset.com • 508-825-2200 • suzanne@nashaquisset.com
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this summer will be better than ever
at Nantucket’s grand, historic downtown hotel Close to the beach. 1-4 bedroom suites and cottages. Home of The Nantucket Club featuring two pools, children’s program, fitness facility. Alfresco dining at Breeze Bar & Café. Open year-round. 77 EASTON STREET, DOWNTOWN NANTUCKET, MA 02554 508.310.1734 866.807.6011 WWW.THENANTUCKETHOTEL.COM
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LOOKING FOR A PLACE TO STAY? Check for availability and rates by using the“find a room” feature at www.nantucketlodging.org Nantucket Lodging Association P.O. Box 52, Nantucket MA 02554
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Please! Don’t bring your car. Rent a car or ride the NRTA shuttle instead.
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At the Nantucket Inn, warm hospitality and comfortable accommodations await you. Set in the heart of the island, our 100 guest rooms overlook three beautifully landscaped courtyards. Begin each day with a bountiful breakfast buffet. Afterwards enjoy our indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts or fitness center. And complimentary shuttle services make historicdowntown and Surfside beach, just minutes away.
We look forward to your arrival. For reservations, please visit
www.nantucketinn.net
One Miller Lane • Nantucket Island, Massachusetts 02554
800-321-8484
Function and conference facilities available.
Open Year Round
One of Nantucket’s most respected guest houses. Beautifully appointed queen and king bedrooms, private baths. Suites and a housekeeping cottage available. A breakfast coupon at a nearby coffee shop is offered in season. Heart of town. Jerry Carl 3 Chestnut St., Nantucket, MA 02554 508-228-0049 Non-Smoking
Wi-Fi Available
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An array of recreational activities abound on Nantucket
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throughout the year. Whether it’s surfcasting for stripers off the South Shore, sailing in the tranquil waters of the Sound, biking along miles of scenic bike paths, heading out on a nature walk, birding, or simply taking a refreshing dip in the Atlantic, you’ll find it all right here – including an indoor ice rink!
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Activities
Life’s a Beach: Nantucket has more than 80 miles of pristine beaches awaiting your exploration. Beachcombers will be delighted to discover a variety of shells, unique stones, beach glass, and “mermaid’s purses.” All island beaches are listed on page 43, including details regarding surf, suitability for small children, and amenities.
A Walk on the Wild Side: Nantucket is a haven for naturalists, and its pristine surroundings harbor a bevy of rare flora and fauna, as well as many unique animal species. The Maria Mitchell Association offers nature and wildflower walks and birding field trips during the warmer months. In late October, the Linda Loring Nature Foundation organizes an annual Birding Festival which is wildly popular. For a uniquely different activity, you can assist the Maria Mitchell Association in collecting island marine life for their Aquarium.
Take a “Swing” at It!: Nantucket’s Department of Public Works operates public tennis courts at Jetties Beach. Call them at 508-228-7245 for further information. Miacomet Golf Club is open to the public year-round, while Sankaty Head Golf Club is open to the public during the off-season. Reservations are required for all facilities.
Tour de Nantucket: Tour Nantucket by bus, van or on foot with any one of a number of tour companies and individual guides. The island offers specialized, intimate van tours which include historic commentary and frequent stops for photographs. Larger sightseeing tour buses are available as well, which can accommodate bigger groups. If you’d like to engage in some nautical “sightseeing”, plan an afternoon sail on the “Endeavor” or an Ice Cream Cruise with Shearwater Excursions. Nantucket Conservation Foundation, Nantucket Historical Association, Nantucket Preservation Trust, Raven’s Walk, and Nantucket Walking Tours all offer guided tours that focus on the island’s intriguing history and architecture. Or, perhaps you’d like to take an eco-friendly “spin” around the island with Nantucket Bike Tours. And, last but not least, the stunning birds-eye-view of our enchanted isle from the steeple of the Congregational Church is a “must-see!”
Past is Present: Over a dozen museums and historic properties showcase Nantucket’s
Camp it Up!: Nantucket offers a wide variety of camps for children, including specialized
Let’s Have a Word: The Atheneum, Nantucket’s historic public library on India Street, is a pleasure to explore and includes a special children’s wing, as well as a lovely garden with benches to relax and immerse yourself in a book. Plan to visit one of the island’s bookstores or toy stores, all of which offer children’s activities and book signings.
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Spin Your Wheels: Several island shops rent bicycles by the half-day, day or week. Nantucket’s twelve bicycle paths range from .3 miles to 8 miles in length. See page 80 for details. Plan a day of exploration and exercise on your own or join Nantucket Bike Tours for a fun, healthy, environmentally-friendly activity to share with your family and guests. Hop on a bike, “go green” and be an active contributor to limiting car traffic during the busy summer months!
storied past. A veritable “gateway” to island history, the Whaling Museum features world-class collections and exhibits. The Oldest House and Old Mill provide an intriguing glimpse into island life in the 1700s. Nantucket’s rich maritime history is vigilantly preserved at the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, Egan Maritime Institute, and Coffin School, while the Lightship Basket Museum pays tribute to the heritage of an enduring Nantucket icon. Greater Light – the meticulously refurbished former home of the eclectic Monaghan sisters – illustrates the vibrant era of the “artists’ colony” on Nantucket. The prosperity of 19th-century whaling merchants is epitomized by the stately Hadwen House, while the Mitchell House represents typical Quaker life during that period. Both the Quaker and African Meeting Houses present the back story of these religious sects in the early 19th century. For those wishing to learn about environmental history, stargazing or marine life, the Maria Mitchell Association and its properties provide tours, observations and discovery field trips for all ages.
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camps for music, nature, sports, arts, theatre and more. The Maria Mitchell Discovery Program offers children’s activities and camp programs that introduce children to the delights and wonders of the natural world, with activities that include beach exploration, sailing, wetland studies, discovery hikes, art projects, and more. See page 83 for a current list of camps, their contact information and websites.
The Play(ground)’s the Thing!: Children’s Beach, Jetties Beach, Tom Nevers Field and Nantucket Elementary School all have playground areas with swing sets, slides and climbing equipment. There is also a small playground on Essex Road and one behind St. Paul’s Church. A state-of-the-art skateboard park located within walking distance of the ice rink is a wildly popular venue, especially in summer.
Take to the Ice!: The Nantucket Ice CNB Community Rink – a state-of-the-art facility – offers a variety of year-round skating programs for all ages. Call 508-228-2516 for further information.
Discovery Island: Both the Nantucket Historical Association and the Maria Mitchell Association offer classes for children. Kids will discover what it was like to live on Nantucket 200 years ago, learn about native plants and animals, hike, explore the beaches, and even learn survival skills.
Fun on the Water: Windsurfing, kayaking, and sailing lessons are available at Jetties Beach, provided by Nantucket Community Sailing. Sea Nantucket Kayak rentals is conveniently located at Francis Street Beach, and Nantucket Island Surf School gives surfing lessons at Cisco Beach. Preregistration is encouraged. See pages 82-86 of the Guide for contact information. Unleash Your Creativity: The Artists Association of Nantucket, Nantucket School of Design & the Arts and Nantucket Community School encourage artistic endeavors with a variety of classes geared toward youth, teens, ‘tweens and beyond in all types of media. See page 103 for websites and contact information. Ready, Set, Shop!: Parents and kids alike will be thrilled to explore the options for souvenirs, gifts, and treasures of all sorts on island. For the younger set, toy stores, gift shops and pharmacies carry a multitude of games, puzzles, paint sets, construction paper, and more. Parents, indulge in the many unique and eclectic boutiques and shops for your age group! A Night on the Town: Downtown Nantucket has two movie theatres – the Dreamland and the Starlight – featuring first-run films, as well as esteemed theater companies and plenty of places to stop for ice cream and after-dinner treats all within comfortable walking distance. At dusk, free G-rated movies are shown at Children’s Beach. Murray Camp offers a “Kids’ Night Out” program for ages 5-13 from June through September. 78 • 2014 Official Guide to Nantucket
Feelin’ Groovy!: The Nantucket Park & Recreation Commission sponsors free tiedying clinics at Children’s Beach every Friday from 12-1:30 p.m. throughout the summer. All the World’s a Stage: Children’s Theatre of Nantucket allows kids the opportunity to express themselves through the performing arts, as well as perform in an original Nantucket-themed staged production. Call 508-228-8513 for more information. Strike Up the Band: Free concerts are held on Sundays from 6-7:15 p.m. at the Community Bandstand at Children’s Beach. Call Nantucket Visitor Services at 508-228-0925 for further details. Ahoy there, Matey!: A variety of boat charters are available for family excursions, including some geared toward children. Ice Cream Cruises on the Shearwater are a real treat, and for a bonafide nautical experience, the Sloop Endeavor offers a Pirate Adventure Sail, as well as a “Songs & Stories of the Sea Voyage Cruise.” To view some “denizens of the deep”, Shearwater Excursions also features seal and whale-watching cruises. Go Fish!: Plan a family fishing expedition on a charter boat, or with a surfcasting guide. Most provide equipment and training for both children and adults. See pages 82-86 of the Guide for a list of charters and contact information. Note: Babysitting services of the highest quality are available on island. See page 171 for details.
FISHING & SHELLFISH
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Regulations
he Marine and Coastal Resources Department, located at the Police Station at 4 Fairgrounds Road, is responsible for issuing all commercial and non-commercial permits for shellfishing. The resident/property owner (proof required) permit is $25 and the non-resident permit is $100. Both are for individuals over the age of 14. Call 508-228-7261 for details. For your convenience, the Chamber of Commerce website www.nantucketchamber.org offers a link to the MA Division of Marine Fisheries site which contains helpful information about regulations and permits for both commercial and recreational fishing.
ŠCary Hazlegrove
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Bay Scallops: Closed season, April 1October 1; recreational season (WednesdaySunday only) October 1 - March 31; commercial season, November 1 March 31, Monday-Friday. Permit required; recreational limit is one bushel per week. Scallops must have a well-defined raised growth ring.
Blue Claw Crabs: Open season; no permit required unless using traps. Return eggbearing females. Minimum size is 5-inch shell width, spine to spine. Limit is 25 crabs daily per person. Season closed January 1 April 30. Eels: Open season; permit required. Eels are found in harbors and creeks during spring and fall.
Mussels: Open season; permit required. Limit one bushel per week. Oysters: Closed season, May 1 -
September 1 - April 30. Permit required; limit is one half-bushel per week. Oysters must be 3 inches in size.
Quahogs: Open season; permit required. Limit is one half-bushel per week. Quahog shell must be 1 inch thick at the hinge.
Steamers: Closed season, June 15 September 15; recreational season (Sundays only) September 15 - June 14. Permit required; limit one 10-quart pail per week. Steamer shell must be 2 inches in size. Striped Bass / Bluefish: The state requires any resident or non-resident over the age of 16 to purchase a fishing permit to fish from the beach or boat. Persons over the age of 60 can acquire a free online permit. Visit the Massachusetts Energy & Environmental Affairs website for further information.
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ne of the best ways to tour Nantucket is by bicycle. The island is only 14 miles long by 3.5 miles wide with over 32 miles of bike paths. A dedicated cyclist can bike around the entire island in a day. Visit www.wheelsheelsandpedals.com for more information on biking and walking Nantucket. 1 Surfside Bike Path: Approximately
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2.2 miles along flat terrain. This path begins at Atlantic Avenue and Vesper Lane and ends at Surfside Beach.
2 Milestone Bike Path: Approximately 6 miles with gentle hills. This path begins at Milestone Rotary and leads to ’Sconset. 3 Cliff Road Bike Path: Approximately 1.2 miles with rolling terrain. This path begins at Crooked Lane and continues along Cliff Road to the Madaket Bike Path. 4 Eel Point/Dionis Beach Bike Path: Approximately 0.9 miles with gentle hills. This path connects the Cliff Road/Madaket bike paths to Dionis Beach.
5 Old South Road Bike Path: Approximately 1.5 miles through some open space and residential areas. This path begins at the Milestone Rotary and ends at Airport Road. Approximately 0.2 miles from the Nantucket Memorial Airport. 6 Madaket Bike Path: Approximately 5.5 miles with gentle hills and winding terrain. This path begins at the intersection of Quaker and Madaket roads. 7 Polpis Bike Path: Approximately 8 miles with various size hills and winding terrain. This path, accessible from the Milestone Bike Path near the intersection of Milestone and Polpis roads, continues along Polpis Road to just outside ’Sconset.
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8 Fairgrounds Road Bike Path: Approximately 0.9 miles along residential areas. This path connects the Old South Road and Surfside Road Bike Paths.
9 Milestone Connector Bike Path: Approximately 0.3 miles through open space. This path connects Old South Road and Milestone Road Bike Paths.
10 Nobadeer Farm Road Bike Path: Approximately 0.7 miles through open space and flat terrain. Path ends across from the Strong Wings driveway, near the next Connector, approximately 0.50 miles from Old South Road.
11 Hummock Pond Road Bike Path: Approximately 2.5 miles of mostly flat terrain winding through some open space and some residential areas from Hummock Pond Road and Milk Street intersection to the parking lot entrance at Cisco Beach. 12 Bartlett Road Bike Path: Approximately 1.1 miles of mostly flat terrain from the intersection of Surfside Road past residential areas and ending at Raceway Drive, approximately 0.6 miles southeast of Hummock Pond Road Bike Path at Somerset Lane.
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for Cyclists
©Michael Galvin
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Go With The Flow: Riding against traffic on a one-way street can be very dangerous. Nantucket has many one-way thoroughfares, so be careful not to endanger yourself or pedestrians who aren’t expecting you to be riding from that direction Light It Up: Before dawn and after dusk, light up the night with a red blinking rear light and a front light on your handlebars. Reflectors on your wheel spokes are a must as well.
historic, and have hedges that block your view from driveways and crossroads. Sorry, No Headphones: Wearing headphones while biking is not illegal, but it’s not smart, as you should remain alert of traffic, other riders, joggers, and others using our roads and bike paths. Use Your Hands: Use your hand signals to let those around you know where and when you are turning.
Walkers Go First: Pedestrians have the right of way on crosswalks; your bike follows the same rules of the road as a vehicle.
Look ‘Em In The Eyes: Never cross an intersection without a wave or head nod from a driver to insure they see you before you cross in front of them.
Protect Your Brain!: Your head is one of the most important parts of your body; protect it with a helmet at all times.
Watch For Opening Doors: Certain roads are tight in the downtown parking area, so be aware of opening car doors.
Stay Off Sidewalks: When riding in the downtown and mid-island, keep your bike in the road. Nantucket sidewalks are small,
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Directory
W = Wheelchair Access
YR = Open Year Round
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AQUARIUMS Maria Mitchell Aquarium Pg. 96 28 Washington Street 508-228-5387 Nantucket, MA 02554 W YR amckennafoster@mariamitchell.org www.mariamitchell.org
BICYCLING Nantucket Wheelers 16.5 Federal Street Nantucket, MA 02554 dcreech@nantucket.net www.nantucketwheelers.com
508-685-0404 YR
RENTALS/SALES Easy Riders Bicycle Rentals & Delivery 65 Surfside Road 508-325-2722 Nantucket, MA 02554 W rentals@easyridersbikerentals.com www.easyridersbikerentals.com Island Bike Company 25 Old South Road Nantucket, MA 02554 islandbike@gmail.com www.islandbike.com
508-228-4070 W
Pg. 87 508-228-1151
TOURS Nantucket Bike Tours 31 Washington Street Nantucket, MA 02554 jason@nantucketbybike.com www.nantucketbybike.com
Tugboat Tim’s, Inc. 45 Old South Road Nantucket, MA 02554 capt.reinemo@yahoo.com www.tugboattims.com
508-228-7724
508-228-8500 W YR
KAYAKING Sea Nantucket Kayak & Stand Up Paddle Board Rentals 508-228-7499 Francis St. Beach at Washington Street Ext. Nantucket, MA 02554 seanantucket@comcast.net www.seanantucketkayak.com
Grey Lady Marine 13 Arrowhead Drive PO Box 3216 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@greyladymarine.com www.greyladymarine.com
508-228-6525 W YR
Nantucket Boat Basin Swain’s Wharf 508-325-1350 PO Box 2580 800-NAN-BOAT Nantucket, MA 02584 W WF P PF PB nantucketboatbasin@NIResorts.com www.nantucketboatbasin.com MOORINGS
Pg. 90 508-367-1976
BOATING/WATERSPORTS Glyn’s Marine, Inc. 8 Arrowhead Drive Nantucket, MA 02554 boats@glynsmarine.com www.glynsmarine.com
Topspin Sportfishing Charter Straight Wharf, Slip #10 PO Box 1444 Nantucket, MA 02554 topspin@nantucket.net www.fishingnantucket.com
508-228-6525 W YR
MARINA
Nantucket Bike Shop & Car Rental 4 & 10 Broad Street 508-228-1999 PO Box 629 800-770-3088 Nantucket, MA 02554 ackbikeshop@gmail.com www.nantucketbikeshop.com Young’s Bicycle Shop 6 Broad Street PO Box 1229 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@youngsbicycleshop.com www.youngsbicycleshop.com
Grey Lady Marine 13 Arrowhead Drive PO Box 3216 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@greyladymarine.com www.greyladymarine.com
508-228-0244 YR
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Grey Lady Marine 13 Arrowhead Drive PO Box 3216 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@greyladymarine.com www.greyladymarine.com Nantucket Moorings 85 Bartlett Road Nantucket, MA 02554 nantucketmoorings@gmail.com www.nantucketmoorings.com
508-228-6525 W YR
508-228-4472
OUTBOARD BOAT RENTALS Brant Point Marine 32 Washington Street Nantucket, MA 02554 brantpt@nantucket.net www.brantpointmarine.com
SURFING 508-228-6244
SAILBOAT RACING Figawi, Inc. PO Box 486 West Hyannisport, MA 02672 figawi@gmail.com www.figawi.com
Pg. 97 508-221-6891
Endeavor Sailing Excursions Straight Wharf, Slip #15 PO Box 64 Nantucket, MA 02554 endeavorsailing@comcast.net www.endeavorsailing.com Mad Max Sailing Adventures 25 Dock Street PO Box 2821 Edgartown, MA 02539 rcolacray@hotmail.com www.madmaxmarina.com
Pg. 96 508-228-5585
508-627-7500
SAILING LESSONS Nantucket Community Sailing 4 Winter Street 508-228-6600 PO Box 2424 Nantucket, MA 02584 info@nantucketcommunitysailing.org www.nantucketcommunitysailing.org SALES/SERVICE/STORAGE Brant Point Marine 32 Washington Street Nantucket, MA 02554 brantpt@nantucket.net www.brantpointmarine.com Grey Lady Marine 13 Arrowhead Drive PO Box 3216 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@greyladymarine.com www.greyladymarine.com Madaket Marine 20 North Cambridge Street Nantucket, MA 02554 ksparks@madaketmarine.com www.madaketmarine.com Nantucket Marine 14 Sun Island Road Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketmarine.com www.nantucketmarine.com
508-228-6244
508-228-6525 W YR
508-228-1163
CAMPS Camp Richard, Boy Scouts of America Rugged Road 508-680-1005 PO Box 3002 Nantucket, MA 02554 campranger@camprichard.org www.camprichard.org Maria Mitchell Association 4 Vestal Street Nantucket, MA 02554 education@mariamitchell.org www.mariamitchell.org
Pg. 96 508-228-9198 W YR
Murray Camp of Nantucket, Inc. PO Box 3437 508-325-4600 Nantucket, MA 02584 murray.camp@rcn.com www.murraycampnantucket.com Nantucket Community School Pg. 95 ACKventure, Sports, Gymnastics & Dance Camps 10 Surfside Road 508-228-7285 X 1576 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR waddingtonc@nps.k12.ma.us www.nantucketcommunityschool.org Nantucket Island School of Design & the Arts Young Artists, Teens, Families 508-228-9248 23 Wauwinet Road / PO Box 958 W YR NS PB Nantucket, MA 02554 nisdaartsnantucket@nisda.org www.nisda.org
COUNTRY CLUBS The Westmoor Club 10 Westmoor Lane Nantucket, MA 02554 brent@thewestmoorclub.com www.thewestmoorclub.com
508-228-9494 YR
FAMILY & CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES Nantucket Bucket Nantucket, MA 02554 logan@nantucket-bucket.com www.nantucket-bucket.com
YR
FISHING CHARTERS & EXCURSIONS
508-228-6505 W YR
Albacore Charters Straight Wharf, Slip #1017 Nantucket, MA 02554 albacor@comcast.net www.albacorecharters.com
508-228-5074
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SAILING CHARTERS & EXCURSIONS
Nantucket Island Surf School At Cisco Beach 508-560-1020 PO Box 726 Siasconset, MA 02564 gary@nantucketsurfing.com www.nantucketsurfing.com
FISHING CHARTERS & EXCURSIONS cont.
ICE SKATING
All Hooked Up Charters 11 Bishop’s Rise PO Box 2726 Nantucket, MA 02584 dalewaine@yahoo.com www.nantucketfishin.com
Nantucket Ice CNB Community Rink Pg. 94 10 Backus Lane 508-228-2516 PO Box 3155 W YR Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketice.org www.nantucketice.org
ACTIVITIES
Althea K Charter Fishing 8 North Beach Street Nantucket, MA 02554 ackfish@gmail.com www.altheaksportfishing.com Capt. Tom’s Charters Public Landing Madaket, MA 02554 capttom@nantucket.net www.capttom.com Herbert T Sportfishing Straight Wharf, Slip #14 PO Box 2023 Nantucket, MA 02584 fredstonkin@gmail.com www.fishnantucket.net
508-228-0964
508-325-2167
508-228-4225
Pg. 97 508-228-6655
Just Do It Too Sportfishing Pg. 96 Straight Wharf, Slip #13 508-228-7448 Nantucket, MA 02554 justdoittoosportfishing@gmail.com www.justdoittoo.com Starrfish Charters 9 Hussey Farm Road Nantucket, MA 02554 starrfish35@comcast.net www.starrfishcharters.com Topspin Sportfishing Charter Straight Wharf, Slip #10 PO Box 1444 Nantucket, MA 02554 topspin@nantucket.net www.fishingnantucket.com
Pg. 95 508-221-0298
Sankaty Head Golf Club PO Box 293 Siasconset, MA 02564
508-228-7724
508-325-0333 W YR
508-257-6391
HEALTH CLUBS Nantucket Health Club 10 Young’s Way Nantucket, MA 02554 dsschulz@comcast.net www.nantuckethealthclub.com
MOVIE THEATERS Nantucket Dreamland Theater Pg. 108 17 South Water Street 508-332-4822 PO Box 989 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketdreamland.org www.nantucketdreamland.org Starlight Theatre & Cafe 1 North Union Street Nantucket, MA 02554 starlight.nantucket@yahoo.com www.starlightnantucket.com
508-228-4479 W YR
PILATES Core 1B North Beach Street Nantucket, MA 02554 pilatesnantucket@gmail.com
508-228-1699 YR
RECREATION
GOLF CLUBS Miacomet Golf Club 12 West Miacomet Road Nantucket, MA 02554 acosta@miacometgolf.com www.miacometgolf.com
Nantucket Skating Club 1 Backus Lane 508-228-2516 PO Box 3155 W YR Nantucket, MA 02584 nantucketskatingclub@comcast.net www.nantucketskatingclub.com
Pg. 97 508-228-4750 W YR
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Nantucket Community School Pg. 95 Group & Aqua Fitness, Indoor Pool, Tennis, Basketball 508-228-7285 X 1162 10 Surfside Road YR Nantucket, MA 02554 waddingtonc@nps.k12.ma.us www.nantucketcommunityschool.org Nantucket Disc Golf PO Box 1261 Nantucket, MA 02554 ackdisc@nantucketdiscgolf.org www.nantucketdiscgolf.com
Pg. 88 508-901-9456 W YR
Nantucket.net Event Calendar Pg. 209 PO Box 626 508-228-9165 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR info@nantucket.net www.nantucket.net/events/index.php
SEAL CRUISES Shearwater Excursions Straight Wharf, Slip #1011 PO Box 2095 Nantucket, MA 02584 info@explorenantucket.com www.explorenantucket.com
508-228-7037 YR
SURF & BEACH GEAR RENTALS
BREWERY/WINERY/DISTILLERY
Easy Riders Bicycle Rentals & Delivery 65 Surfside Road 508-325-2722 Nantucket, MA 02554 W rentals@easyridersbikerentals.com www.easyridersbikerentals.com
Cisco Brewers 5 & 7 Bartlett Farm Road PO Box 2928 Nantucket, MA 02584 sales@ciscobrewers.com www.ciscobrewers.com
Tugboat Tim’s, Inc. 45 Old South Road Nantucket, MA 02554 capt.reinemo@yahoo.com www.tugboattims.com
508-228-8500 W YR
TENNIS
THEATER Children’s Theatre of Nantucket/ Faraway Stars Films 508-228-8513 PO Box 2284 W YR Nantucket, MA 02584 farawaystarsproductions@yahoo.com www.nantucketchildrenstheatre.org Nantucket Dreamland Theater Pg. 108 17 South Water Street 508-332-4822 PO Box 989 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketdreamland.org www.nantucketdreamland.org Theatre Workshop of Nantucket PO Box 1297 508-228-4305 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR productionmgr.twn@gmail.com www.theatreworkshop.com White Heron Theatre Company PO Box 425 508-325-2174 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR michael@whiteherontheatre.org www.whiteherontheatre.org
TOURS BIKING Nantucket Bike Tours 31 Washington Street Nantucket, MA 02554 jason@nantucketbybike.com www.nantucketbybike.com
Pg. 90 508-367-1976
BIRDING Linda Loring Nature Foundation 110 Eel Point Road 508-325-0873 PO Box 149 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 kpochman@llnf.org www.llnf.org
NATURAL HISTORY Maria Mitchell Association 4 Vestal Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@mariamitchell.org www.mariamitchell.org Shearwater Excursions Straight Wharf, Slip #1011 PO Box 2095 Nantucket, MA 02584 info@explorenantucket.com www.explorenantucket.com The Trustees of Reservations 44 Wauwinet Road Nantucket, MA 02554 dlang@ttor.org www.thetrustees.org
Pg. 96 508-228-9198 W YR
508-228-7037 YR
508-228-6799
SIGHTSEEING Ara’s Tours, Private Charters & Transportation PO Box 734 Nantucket, MA 02554 moreinfo@arastours.com www.arastours.com
508-228-1951 YR
Barrett’s Tours 20 Federal Street Nantucket, MA 02554 barretts02554@yahoo.com
Pg. 89 508-228-0174
Endeavor Sailing Excursions PO Box 64 Nantucket, MA 02554 endeavorsailing@comcast.net www.endeavorsailing.com
Pg. 96 508-228-5585
Gail’s Tours, Inc. PO Box 3270 Nantucket, MA 02584 bjohnson.nantucket@verizon.net www.nantucket.net/tours/gails/
Pg. 92 508-257-6557
Ice Cream Cruises with Shearwater Excursions Straight Wharf, Slip #1011 PO Box 2095 Nantucket, MA 02584 info@explorenantucket.com www.explorenantucket.com The Look Book of Nantucket 61 Stoneymeade Way Acton, MA 01720 thelookbook10@gmail.com www.thelookbookhunt.com
508-228-7037 YR
Pg. 96 978-764-5033 YR
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Nantucket Platform Tennis Association 82 Hinsdale Road 508-228-5406 Nantucket, MA 02554 W YR www.nantucketpaddle.org
Pg. 93 508-325-5929 YR
VOLLEYBALL
SIGHTSEEING cont. Nantucket Island Tours Straight Wharf PO Box 581 Nantucket, MA 02554 www.nantucketbustours.com
Pg. 92 508-228-0334 W
Sabra’s Tours 321 Polpis Road Nantucket, MA 02554 sabrastours@yahoo.com Val’s Tours 5 Fairgrounds Road Nantucket, MA 02554 garnetgirljan@comcast.net www.valsonwheels.com
508-228-0650 YR Pg. 93 508-680-1300 W YR
TOWER VIEW First Congregational Church 62 Centre Street PO Box 866 Nantucket, MA 02554 fcc@nantucket.net www.nantucketfcc.org
508-228-0950 W YR
WALKING Nantucket Historical Association Pg. 109 Walking Tours 508-228-1894 13 Broad Street W YR PO Box 1016 Nantucket, MA 02554 ask@nha.org www.nha.org
WHALE WATCHING Shearwater Excursions Straight Wharf, Slip #1011 PO Box 2095 Nantucket, MA 02584 info@explorenantucket.com www.explorenantucket.com
508-228-7037 YR
YACHT CLUBS Great Harbor Yacht Club 96 Washington Street Nantucket, MA 02554 screese@ghyc.com www.ghyc.com Nantucket Yacht Club South Beach Street PO Box 667 Nantucket, MA 02554 mail@nantucketyachtclub.org www.nantucketyachtclub.org
508-325-5200
508-228-1400
YOGA Dharma Yoga Nantucket The Hayloft at Bartlett’s Farm Nantucket, MA 02554 info@dharmayoganantucket.com www.dharmayoganantucket.com The Yoga Room 49 Fairgrounds Road Nantucket, MA 02554 shannahyoga@gmail.com www.nantucketyogaroom.com
508-901-1355 YR
508-825-2211 YR
Nantucket Preservation Trust Pg. 94 55 Main Street 508-228-1387 PO Box 158 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketpreservation.org www.nantucketpreservation.org Nantucket Walking Tours 9 Cliff Road Nantucket, MA 02554 WHJamieson@gmail.com
Pg. 94 508-332-0953
Raven’s Walk Nantucket’s History and Ghostly Adventure PO Box 1144 508-257-4586 Nantucket, MA 02554 ravensghostwalk@gmail.com www.ravens-walk.com
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ACTIVITIES
Raven’s Walk Nantucket’s History and Ghostly Adventure PO Box 1144 508-257-4586 Nantucket, MA 02554 ravensghostwalk@gmail.com www.ravens-walk.com
Nantucket Volleyball 2 Greglen Avenue, PMB 388 508-680-4226 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR nantucketrm@mac.com www.facebook.com/nantucketvolleyball
We rent Bikes, Cars, & Jeeps
508.228.1151 We’d love to share with you
“The Cycle-Logical Way to See Nantucket Island” 6 Broad Street, Steamboat Wharf, Nantucket MA 02554 www.youngsbicycleshop.com
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ACTIVITIES
NANTUCKET DISC GOLF
Photo: Peter Louderback
- Free to play! - No tee times! - Easy learning curve! - Family- and dog-friendly! - Open all day, 365 days a year! - Discs sold on island at The Sunken Ship
21 Lovers Lane, Nantucket State Forest Nantucket, MA 02554 (508) 901-9456 www.nantucketdiscgolf.org
Directions
info@nantucketdiscgolf.org
Course Map
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Come visit the Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum and discover Nantucket’s maritime history, featuring over 5,000 artifacts from local shipwrecks and lifesaving endeavors. Enjoy new exhibits, family-friendly programs and more, designed to appeal to all ages. Open Memorial Day to Columbus Day • 10-5 Everyday • 158 Polpis Road 508.228.1885 • www.eganmaritime.org • $6/Adults $4/Ages 5-17 Free/Under 5
ACTIVITIES
NANTUCKET ISLAND TOURS Simply step off the
Great Point
ferry and climb
NANTUCKET ISLAND
aboard for a live, fully narrated historic tour
Coatue
Pocomo Quidnet Polpis
Jetties Beach Madaket
Dionis
of Nantucket. See
Wauwinet
•
the Old Mill, ‘Sconset Village, Sankaty Head
Nantucket Town
Siasconset
Cisco Surfside
Airport Tom Nevers
Lighthouse, the Nantucket Heathlands, Low Beach & more!
Nantucket Island Tours • Straight Wharf (508) 228-0334 • nantucketbustours.com Operates daily May-October | Group tours welcome | Charters available | Air-Conditioned | Live narration NantucketIslandTours.indd 1
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NANTUCKET ICE CNB RINK
The Coolest Place on Nantucket Island
ACTIVITIES
Public Skating Summer Clinics Stick Time Figure Skating
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Learn to Skate Skate Rentals Pro Shop & Snack Bar Ice time for birthdays or other functions Located at Ten Backus Lane, just off Surfside Road.
508-228-2516 nantucketice.org
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Tree Lighting November 28 Christmas Stroll December 5-7
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ACTIVITIES
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ACTIVITIES
SCAVENGER HUNT in a BOOK!
A wonderful way for families to discover Nantucket. Stickers provided to track progress.
Books Available At...The Toy Boat, Mitchell’s Book Corner, Nantucket Bookworks, Nobby Clothes Shop, The Shipwreck and Life Saving Museum, Nantucket Hotel and Resort Additional hunt locations at... www.thelookbookhunt.com All books available on the
APP for
mobile devices and at amazon.com.
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ACTIVITIES
JUNE 20th-22nd
2014 3 days of author-packed hoopla for all book lovers! NantucketBookFestival.org
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Thank You Nantucket
where do you listen?
19 Old South Rd. Nantucket, MA 02554 508-228-9770
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Nantucket Arts & Culture
The spirit of Nantucket’s heyday as an artists’ colony continues to thrive, and the boundless creativity the island inspires finds expression in the diverse media of arts, crafts, theatre, dance and film. The past, meticulously preserved in our cobblestone streets and historic architecture, is gracefully displayed in the island’s museums, shops and galleries.
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ARTISTIC
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Pursuits
he arts have flourished on Nantucket for over a century. Both the abundance and diversity of artists and cultural offerings continue to surprise and delight visitors who are initially drawn to this small island by its natural beauty and
timeless historic appeal. Creative endeavors in a multitude of forms enrich the quality of life on Nantucket and are at the heart of what makes the island unique.
Visual Arts
Theater On almost every evening in the summer and at various times throughout the year, theater productions are presented by the Theatre Workshop of Nantucket, Children’s Theatre of Nantucket, Nantucket Dreamland Theater, White Heron Theatre Company, as well as traveling companies.
Lectures
A R T S & C U LT U R E
Inspiration drawn from Nantucket’s physical and spiritual beauty is expressed in every medium possible. The island offers something special for all – an opportunity to experience “art as a way of life,” an integral daily experience like the air we breathe and the clear light that surrounds us thirty miles at sea. The Nantucket Arts Council represents the cultural arts on Nantucket and sponsors the Nantucket Arts Festival each year in the fall. Opportunities to enjoy the island arts’ scene abound throughout the year, especially in high season. In any given week, concerts, lectures, exhibitions, plays, auctions and classes are available to all.
Lectures by well-known authors presented by the Nantucket Atheneum dot the summer calendar, along with programs offered by the Nantucket Historical Association, Maria Mitchell Association, African Meeting House on Nantucket, Egan Maritime Institute, Nantucket Island School of Design & the Arts, and Congregation Shirat HaYam.
The island hosts a variety of visual art displays ranging from formal galleries to individual artist studios, many of which host opening nights with public receptions on Friday evenings. A wide variety of art is available, from paintings, photographs, and sculpture to handicrafts (including the iconic Nantucket Lightship Baskets), furniture, glassworks, scrimshaw, and jewelry.
Art Schools & Classes
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The Artists Association of Nantucket, Nantucket Community School, Nantucket Historical Association, Nantucket Island School of Design & the Arts (affiliated with Mass. College of Art), and Sketching Tours of Nantucket offer classes for both adults and children. www.nantucketchamber.org • 101
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Music Music lessons for both adults and children are available through the Nantucket Community Music Center. In season, classical music concerts are presented by the Nantucket Musical Arts Society on Tuesday evenings (with Monday evening Meet-the-Artist previews in Hendrix Hall at the Unitarian Church). Thursday noonday concerts are held at the Unitarian Church, and other events include outdoor family concerts at Children’s Beach on Thursdays and Sundays, church and school choral groups, and a performance by the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra on Jetties Beach in August. The Nantucket Arts Council Music Series also presents concerts throughout the year. On August 2nd and 3rd, the Nantucket Music
A R T S & C U LT U R E
Festival debuts, with big-name bands, and an array of food and drinks for participants. Visit the Chamber website at www.nantucketchamber.org for comprehensive event calendars throughout the year.
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A summer-long program to reward great customer service! Mystery shoppers will distribute cards to anyone who provides extraordinary customer service. To become a mystery shopper, visit the Chamber at Zero Main Street. Have fun sharing your appreciation!
Caught you doing something right!
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MEMBERSHIP
Directory
W = Wheelchair Access WF = WiFi
YR = Open Year Round
ART CLASSES Artist In Residence Colony Year Round Environ Arts 2D/3D Literary Performance Seasoned & Emerging Artists & Educators Nantucket, MA 02554 508-228-9248 islandcolony@nisda.org W YR www.nisda.org Artists Association of Nantucket 1 Gardner Perry Lane 508-228-0722 PO Box 1104 W YR Nantucket, MA 02554 office@nantucketarts.org www.nantucketarts.org
Nantucket Island School of Design & the Arts 508-228-9248 College Courses & Workshops W YR 23 Wauwinet Road / PO Box 958 Nantucket, MA 02554 nisdaartsnantucket@nisda.org www.nisda.org
ART GALLERIES Dane Gallery 28 Centre Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@danegallery.com www.danegallery.com G.S. Hill Gallery/ Nantucket Pearl Company 40 Straight Wharf Nantucket, MA 02554 gshill@nantucket.net www.gshill.com
508-228-7779 YR
Pg. 106 508-228-1353
The Gallery at Four India Street 4 India Street, 2nd floor 508-228-8509 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR gallery@nantucket.net www.galleryatfourindia.com Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery 19 Washington Street 508-228-0294 Nantucket, MA 02554 W YR gallery@nantucketarts.org www.nantucketarts.org
Old Spouter Gallery 118 Orange Street Nantucket, MA 02554 ackart118@aol.com www.oldspoutergallery.com Pierce Galleries, Inc. 5 South Water Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@piercegalleries.com www.piercegalleries.com Quidley & Company 26 Main Street Nantucket, MA 02554 chris.quidley@quidleyandco.com www.quidleyandco.com Rafael Osona Auctions PO Box 2607 Nantucket, MA 02584 osonaauctions@gmail.com www.nantucketauctions.com
508-325-9988 W
508-228-1789 W
508-228-4300 YR
Pg. 107 508-228-3942 W YR
Sosebee Studios & Fine Art Galleries Pg. 111 8 Washington Street 508-228-0014 Nantucket, MA 02554 sosebeestudio@gmail.com www.sosebeestudio.com Vanderbilt Gallery 18 Federal Street Nantucket, MA 02554 bvanderbiltcol@aol.com www.vanderbiltgallery.com
508-325-4454
William Welch ‘Sconset Studio 1 New Street 508-361-3117 PO Box 7011 Siasconset, MA 02564 whwelch@williamwelchgallery.com www.williamwelchgallery.com
ARTISTS/ARTISANS Cate Raphael Nantucket Fantasy Scapes 26 Miacomet Road 508-325-8829 Nantucket, MA 02554 catherineraphael@earthlink.net www.cateraphael.com
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Nantucket Historical Association Pg. 109 1800 House 508-228-7785 Historic Arts & Crafts Classes W YR 4 Mill Street Nantucket, MA 02554 1800house@nha.org www.nha.org/1800house
Nantucket Carving & Folk Art, Inc. Pg. 110 167 Orange Street 508-325-7463 PO Box 2375 W YR Nantucket, MA 02584 jean@nantucketcarvingandfolkart.com www.nantucketcarvingandfolkart.com
ARTISTS/ARTISANS cont. Herr Looms Handwovens 19 Roberts Lane Nantucket, MA 02554 herrlooms@gmail.com www.herrlooms.com Louis Guarnaccia, Fine Artist 13 Appleton Road Nantucket, MA 02554 louisguarnaccia@gmail.com www.louisguarnaccia.com
FESTIVALS 508-325-4561 YR
508-325-5212 YR
ENTERTAINMENT DJ Raffi Music & Lighting Productions 384 School Street 617-923-9116 Watertown, MA 02472 YR djraffi@djraffi.com www.djraffi.com
A R T S & C U LT U R E
BANDS The Atlantics/Jeff Ross 60A Pochick Avenue Nantucket, MA 02554 jeffrey@nantucketmusic.com www.nantucketmusic.com ShepCats 44 1/2 Hooper Farm Road Nantucket, MA 02554 fenwaysong@comcast.net timbukblues PO Box 791 Nantucket, MA 02554 chuck@chuckcolley.com www.timbukblues.com
Pg. 212 508-228-2825 YR
508-228-9036 YR
508-360-5656
Nantucket Book Festival PO Box 3531 Nantucket, MA 02584 nantucketbookfestival@gmail.com www.nantucketbookfestival.org Nantucket Comedy Festival PO Box 2336 Nantucket, MA 02584 info@nantucketcomedyfestival.org www.nantucketcomedyfestival.org Nantucket Film Festival 228 Park Avenue S. #83799 New York, NY 10003 info@nantucketfilmfestival.org www.nantucketfilmfestival.org
508-325-8588
Pg. 97 508-919-6230
917-612-3597
646-480-1900 W
Nantucket Music Festival Pg. 111 94 Orange Street 508-228-0400 PO Box 1394 W YR WF Nantucket, MA 02554 cynthia@nantucketmusicfestival.com www.nantucketmusicfestival.com Nantucket Wine Festival, Inc. Pg. 125 PO Box 306 617-527-9473 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nwfest.net www.nantucketwinefestival.com
MUSEUMS & HISTORIC SITES
CLASSICAL MUSIC Nantucket Arts Council 45 Sparks Avenue PO Box 2176 Nantucket, MA 02584 info@nantucketartscouncil.org www.nantucketartscouncil.org
Nantucket Arts Festival 45 Sparks Avenue PO Box 2176 Nantucket, MA 02554 www.nantucketartscouncil.org info@nantucketartscouncil.org
508-325-8588 YR
Nantucket Musical Arts Society Pg. 110 PO Box 897 508-228-1287 Nantucket, MA 02554 W www.nantucketmusicalartssociety.org NCMC/Nantucket Community Music Center 56 Centre Street 508-228-3352 PO Box 1352 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 ncmc@verizon.net www.nantucketcommunitymusiccenter.org
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African Meeting House on Nantucket 29 York Street 508-228-9833 PO Box 2637 W Nantucket, MA 02584 kmccarthy@maah.org www.maah.org/nantucket_campus.htm Maria Mitchell Association 4 Vestal Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@mariamitchell.org www.mariamitchell.org
Pg. 96 508-228-9198 W YR
Nantucket Atheneum 1 India Street PO Box 808 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketatheneum.org www.nantucketatheneum.org
Pg. 110 508-228-1110 W YR WF
Nantucket Historical Association/ Whaling Museum Pg. 109 13 Broad Street 508-228-1894 PO Box 1016 W YR Nantucket, MA 02554 ask@nha.org www.nha.org
Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum 49 Union Street 508-228-1177 PO Box 2517 W Nantucket, MA 02584 adminoffice@nantucketlightshipbasketmuseum.org www.nantucketlightshipbasketmuseum.org Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum 158 Polpis Road Nantucket, MA 02554 egan@eganmaritime.org www.nantucketshipwreck.org
Pg. 91 508-228-1885 W
WOODCARVING Nantucket Carving & Folk Art, Inc. Pg. 110 167 Orange Street 508-325-7463 PO Box 2375 W YR Nantucket, MA 02584 jean@nantucketcarvingandfolkart.com www.nantucketcarvingandfolkart.com Nantucket Woodworking PO Box 374 Nantucket, MA 02554 murraydh2007@yahoo.com www.nantucketwoodworking.com
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Nantucket Dining & Food
Nantucket may be small in size, but when it comes to gourmet dining and sheer variety of restaurant choices, the island may just be the “Holy Grail” for foodies. Indeed, one would be hard pressed to find such an eclectic array of cuisines in an area of less than 50 square miles anywhere!
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While whalers of yore subsisted on salt cod and hardtack (a nearly indestructible biscuit brought aboard ships because of its unlimited shelf life), the bill of fare on Nantucket today is as far-reaching as the ocean waters that surround it. imaginable. In addition, an impressive variety of full-service event spaces and catering options exist for those planning a wedding reception, anniversary party, special birthday celebration, or any significant event be it large or small. Each year, the island boasts not one, but two Restaurant Weeks in Spring and Fall. Participating restaurants offer special prix fixe menus and Cisco Brewers hosts a popular Fall Junior Chef competition for local culinary arts students, presided over by Jenny Johnson of TV Diner fame. In May, oenophiles venture to Nantucket in droves for the annual Wine Festival, showcasing prestigious vintners from around the globe, and featuring grand tastings, food and wine seminars, cooking demos and a glittering Harbor Gala. In mid-October, the splendid serenity of autumn provides a perfect backdrop for the eagerly-anticipated Cranberry Harvest Weekend. The 195-acre Milestone Bog – one of the few certified organic bogs in the country – is flooded and a crimson tide of ripe cranberries bobs to the surface. Not only is the harvest interesting to watch, the festival also features sheep-shearing demonstrations, hay rides, live music, and hearty lunch fare under the food tents. Native cranberries are available for purchase as jam, or fresh from the bogs, ready to add to your signature compote for the upcoming Thanksgiving feast. Nantucket may be acclaimed for its miles of unspoiled beaches and historic downtown, but the island’s homage to the fruit of both vine and bog, a bi-annual salute to fine dining in June and September, and the sheer variety and number of sensational restaurants islandwide contribute to its enduring allure as a vacationer’s paradise. Come taste what you’re missing! www.nantucketchamber.org • 115
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Stroll through the charming, meticulously preserved downtown, and you’ll discover that, on nearly every street there are often two – or more – fine dining venues nestled among historic storefronts and grey-shingled vintage homes. From New Regional American to “Farm to Table” to French to Irish and even Latin, the varied cuisines of Nantucket restaurants are praised by visitors, locals, and exacting restaurant critics for the quality of their diverse fare, imaginative presentation and impeccable service. Owing to its unique location nearly thirty miles at sea and the pristine waters of Nantucket Sound, the island’s local seafood is prized for its freshness and flavor. Native lobster, striped bass, and the inimitable Nantucket scallop – world-renowned for its sweetness – are particular favorites. Clambakes on the beach are de rigueur during the summer, and many visitors opt to take one of the many sportfishing charters to catch their own striped bass, bluefish, bonito, cod, tuna – and even shark – for a unique dining experience as well as a memorable adventure for the entire family. A handful of restaurants are located directly on Nantucket Harbor, and a good deal more are mere steps away to insure a breathtaking view to complement a spectacular dinner. After a leisurely day at the beach, nothing beats toasting a four-star sunset as you and your partner – or the entire family – enjoy a succulent meal and contemplate the agenda for the remainder of your stay. Not only are the abundance of awardwinning gourmet restaurants sufficient enticement to plan your visit...we also have our own winery, brewery and distillery! Add to the mix bakeries, gourmet markets, and takeout restaurants aplenty offering every fare
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BREWERIES
BAKERIES/BAKED GOODS Bartlett’s Farm 33 Bartlett Farm Road Nantucket, MA 02554 info@bartlettsfarm.com www.bartlettsfarm.com
Pg. 122 508-228-9403 $ W YR WF
Espresso To Go 1 Toombs Court Nantucket, MA 02554 e2gff@comcast.net www.nantucketespresso.com
Pg. 122 508-228-6930 $ B L YR
Fast Forward 1 Toombs Court Nantucket, MA 02554 e2gff@comcast.net www.nantucketespresso.com
Pg. 122 508-228-5807 $ B L YR
DINING & FOOD
The Green 5 West Creek Road PO Box 1340 Nantucket, MA 02554 thegreengull@gmail.com www.thegreennantucket.com Nantucket Bake Shop 17 1/2 Old South Road PO Box 539 Nantucket, MA 02554 cookie@nantucketbakeshop.com www.nantucketbakeshop.com Petticoat Row Bakery 35 Centre Street PO Box 607 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@petticoatrowbakery.com www.petticoatrowbakery.com Something Natural 50 Cliff Road Nantucket, MA 02554 snatural@nantucket.net www.somethingnatural.com
Cisco Brewers 5 & 7 Bartlett Farm Road PO Box 2928 Nantucket, MA 02584 sales@ciscobrewers.com www.ciscobrewers.com
Pg. 93 508-325-5929 YR
BUTCHER SHOPS Cowboy’s Meat Market & Delicatessen 7 Bayberry Court 508-228-8766 PO Box 337 $ L D WF Nantucket, MA 02554 cowboysmeatmarket@comcast.net www.cowboysmeatmarket.com
CATERING 508-228-1100 $ B L W YR WF
A Taste of Nantucket/ Kimberly Reed Catering 19 Boynton Lane PO Box 2876 Nantucket, MA 02584 atasteofnantucket@comcast.net www.atasteofnantucket.com
508-228-9200 W YR
508-228-2797 $BLD
Cowboy’s Meat Market & Delicatessen 7 Bayberry Court 508-228-8766 PO Box 337 $ L D WF Nantucket, MA 02554 cowboysmeatmarket@comcast.net www.cowboysmeatmarket.com
508-228-3700 B W YR AC
Enjoy Nantucket 159 Orange Street PO Box 2654 Nantucket, MA 02584 ben@enjoynantucket.com www.enjoynantucket.com
508-228-0504 $ B L D W PF
Foood For Here & There 149 Orange Street Nantucket, MA 02554 rick@fooods.com www.fooods.com
508-728-3852 YR
508-228-4291 $ L D W YR
Jeanette Topham Catering 16 1/2 Bartlett Road 508-325-5770 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR jeanettetophamcatering@yahoo.com
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Nantucket Catering Company Pg. 213 PO Box 2780 508-228-6281 Nantucket, MA 02584 YR ack5824@comcast.net www.nantucketcateringcompany.com Nantucket Clambake Co./ Susan M. Warner Catering 72 Skyline Drive Nantucket, MA 02554 nantucketclambake@comcast.net www.nantucketclambake.com Nantucket Lobster Trap 23 Washington Street PO Box 454 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketlobstertrap.com www.nantucketlobstertrap.com
508-228-9283 YR
508-228-4200 D
Nantucket’s On Island Chefs Pg. 124 PO Box 1258 610-457-8802 Nantucket, MA 02554 michael@onislandchefs.com www.onislandchefs.com Sayle’s Seafood 99 Washington Street Extension PO Box 1062 Nantucket, MA 02554 saylesseafood@aol.com www.saylesseafood.com
Pg. 121 508-228-4599 $ L D YR
508-325-5929 YR
Centerfold 508-228-2178 W YR
Stop & Shop 9 Salem Street Nantucket, MA 02554 richard.clifford@ahold.com www.stopandshop.com
Centerfold 508-825-8833 W YR
MARKETS Cowboy’s Meat Market & Delicatessen 7 Bayberry Court 508-228-8766 PO Box 337 $ L D WF Nantucket, MA 02554 cowboysmeatmarket@comcast.net www.cowboysmeatmarket.com Sconset Market 4 Main Street PO Box 19 Siasconset, MA 02564 m.donato@comcast.net www.sconsetmarket.com
Annye’s Whole Foods 14 Amelia Drive Nantucket, MA 02554 ackannye@aol.com www.annyes.com Bartlett’s Farm 33 Bartlett Farm Road Nantucket, MA 02554 info@bartlettsfarm.com www.bartlettsfarm.com
FOOD SPECIALTIES
508-257-9915
Pg. 125 508-228-4554 W YR
Bartlett’s Farm 33 Bartlett Farm Road Nantucket, MA 02554 info@bartlettsfarm.com www.bartlettsfarm.com
Pg. 122 508-228-9403 $ W YR WF
Cowboy’s Meat Market & Delicatessen 7 Bayberry Court 508-228-8766 PO Box 337 $ L D WF Nantucket, MA 02554 cowboysmeatmarket@comcast.net www.cowboysmeatmarket.com 508-228-1100 $ B L W YR WF
508-228-4554 W YR
Pg. 122 508-228-9403 $ W YR WF
ICE CREAM Nantucket Ice Cream & Juice Guys 44 Straight Wharf 508-332-4949 PO Box 3828 $BLD Nantucket, MA 02554 nantucketicecream@gmail.com www.nantucketicecream.com
RESTAURANT REVIEWS Yesterday’s Island, Inc. PO Box 626 Nantucket, MA 02554 yi@nantucket.net www.nantucket.net
508-228-9165 YR
RESTAURANTS A.K. Diamond’s 16 Macy Lane Nantucket, MA 02554 AKDRJD@gmail.com www.akdiamonds.com
508-228-3154 $$ L D W YR
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Annye’s Whole Foods 14 Amelia Drive Nantucket, MA 02554 ackannye@aol.com www.annyes.com
The Green 5 West Creek Road PO Box 1340 Nantucket, MA 02554 thegreengull@gmail.com www.thegreennantucket.com
Stop & Shop 31 Sparks Avenue Nantucket, MA 02554 smgr090@stopandshop.com www.stopandshop.com
NATURAL FOODS
DISTILLERIES Triple Eight Distillery 5 Bartlett Farm Road PO Box 2928 Nantucket, MA 02584 jay@ciscobrewery.com www.ciscobrewers.com
GROCERY STORES
RESTAURANTS cont. American Seasons 80 Centre Street 508-228-7111 PO Box 3512 $$$ D AC Nantucket, MA 02584 reservations@americanseasons.com www.americanseasons.com Boarding House 12 Federal Street PO Box 898 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@boardinghouse-pearl.com www.boardinghouse-pearl.com
508-228-9622 $$$ L D
Brant Point Grill at White Elephant 50 Easton Street 508-325-1320 PO Box 2580 800-445-6574 Nantucket, MA 02584 $$$ B L D W WF bpgreservations@niresorts.com www.brantpointgrill.com
DINING & FOOD
Breeze Bar & Café at the Nantucket Hotel 508-228-4730 77 Easton Street 866-807-6011 Nantucket, MA 02554 $$$ B L D W YR WF fb@thenantuckethotel.com www.breezebarandcafe.com
The Downyflake 18 Sparks Avenue PO Box 1302 Nantucket, MA 02554 www.thedownyflake.com Dune 20 Broad Street Nantucket, MA 02554 michaelg@dunenantucket.com www.dunenantucket.com
Fifty-Six Union 56 Union Street Nantucket, MA 02554 fiftysixunion@comcast.net www.fiftysixunion.com
Centre Street Bistro 29 Centre Street Nantucket, MA 02554 ruthtim@comcast.net www.nantucketbistro.com
Fusaro’s Homemade Italian 17 Old South Road PO Box 3327 Nantucket, MA 02554 fusaro@comcast.net www.fusarosrestaurant.com
Company of the Cauldron 5 India Street PO Box 835 Nantucket, MA 02554 cauldron@comcast.net www.companyofthecauldron.com
508-228-1101 $$$ L D W
508-228-4016 $$$$ D
Crosswinds Restaurant & Bar Nantucket Memorial Airport 508-228-6005 14 Airport Road $$ B L D W YR Nantucket, MA 02554 eat@crosswindsnantucket.com www.crosswindsnantucket.com Cru 1 Straight Wharf PO Box 396 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@crunantucket.com www.crunantucket.com
508-228-9278 L D W WF AC
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508-228-6135 L D W YR
Figs at 29 Fair 29 Fair Street 508-228-7800 Nantucket, MA 02554 D W WF reservations@thesummerhouse.com www.29fair.com Fog Island Café 7 South Water Street PO Box 2397 Nantucket, MA 02584 fogisland@comcast.net www.fogisland.com
The Club Car 1 Main Street PO Box 838 Nantucket, MA 02554 club.car@verizon.net www.theclubcar.com
Pgs. 122, 212 508-228-5550 $$$$ L D YR
Faregrounds & Pudley’s Pub 27 Fairgrounds Road 508-228-4095 Nantucket, MA 02554 $ L D W YR WF AC faregrounds@yahoo.com www.thefaregrounds.com
Brotherhood of Thieves 23 Broad Street 508-228-2551 PO Box 388 $$ L D W YR Nantucket, MA 02554 events@brotherhoodofthieves.com www.brotherhoodofthieves.com 508-228-8470 $$ L D YR
508-228-4533 $ B L W YR
508-228-1818 $ B L W YR
Pg. 123 508-228-4100 $$ L D
Galley Beach 54 Jefferson Avenue 508-228-9641 Nantucket, MA 02554 $$$$ L D W WF AC NS geoffrey@galleybeach.net www.galleybeach.com Kitty Murtagh’s 4 West Creek Road Nantucket, MA 02554 kittysnantucket@gmail.com www.kittymurtaghs.com
508-325-0781 $$ L D W YR
Le Languedoc Inn & Bistro 24 Broad Street 508-228-2552 PO Box 1829 $$$ L D YR AC NS Nantucket, MA 02554 languedoc@nantucket.net www.lelanguedoc.com Lola 41 15 South Beach Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@lola41.com www.lola41.com
508-325-4001 YR
Lola Burger 1 Sparks Avenue Nantucket, MA 02554 audrey@sosorg.com www.lolaburger.com Met on Main 38 Main Street Nantucket, MA 02554 greg@metonmain.com www.metonmain.com Millie’s 326 Madaket Road PO Box 2835 Nantucket, MA 02584 millies.madaket@gmail.com www.milliesnantucket.com
508-228-9491
508-325-5111 W YR
508-228-8435 $$ L D W PF
Mom’s Breakfast at the Nantucket Inn 1 Miller Lane 508-228-6900 Nantucket, MA 02554 800-321-8484 info@nantucketinn.net $ B W WF AC NS www.nantucketinn.net Nantucket Lobster Trap 23 Washington Street PO Box 454 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketlobstertrap.com www.nantucketlobstertrap.com Oran Mor Bistro 2 South Beach Street Nantucket, MA 02554 oranmorchef@verizon.net www.oranmorbistro.com Pazzo 130 Pleasant Street PO Box 5241 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@ackpazzo.com www.pazzonantucket.com
Sophie T’s Pizza 7 Dave Street PO Box 523 Nantucket, MA 02554 nantucketnoll@comcast.net www.sophietspizza.com
508-228-0040 888-872-4052 $$$ AC NS
508-325-6265 YR
The Summer House Beachside Bistro 17 Ocean Avenue 508-257-4542 PO Box 880 $$$$ D W AC NS Siasconset, MA 02564 reservations@thesummerhouse.com www.thesummerhouse.com
508-228-4200 D
The Summer House Restaurant 17 Ocean Avenue 508-257-9976 PO Box 880 $$$$ D W AC NS Siasconset, MA 02564 reservations@thesummerhouse.com www.thesummerhouse.com
508-228-8655 $$$$ D
Sushi by Yoshi 2 East Chestnut Street Nantucket, MA 02554 yoshinantucket@hotmail.com www.sushibyyoshi.com
508-325-4500 YR
The Tavern 1 Harbor Square 508-228-1266 PO Box 388 $$ L D Nantucket, MA 02554 management@nantuckettavern.com www.nantuckettavern.com
508-325-0992 $$$$ D YR
TOPPER’S at The Wauwinet 120 Wauwinet Road 508-228-8768 PO Box 2580 800-426-8718 Nantucket, MA 02584 $$$$ B L D W WF AC NS topres@niresorts.com www.toppersrestaurant.com
The Restaurant at Miacomet 12 West Miacomet Road 508-325-0335 Nantucket, MA 02554 $$ B L D W YR WF NS acosta@miacometgolf.com www.miacometgolf.com The Rose & Crown 23 South Water Street PO Box 1167 Nantucket, MA 02554 ackdebba@comcast.net www.theroseandcrown.com
Ships Inn 13 Fair Street Nantucket, MA 02554 shipsinn@nantucket.net www.shipsinnnantucket.com
508-325-5700 $$ L D W YR
508-228-2595 $$ L D YR
Sea Dog Brew Pub Nantucket 15 South Water Street 508-680-1342 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@seadognantucket.com www.seadognantucket.com
Town 4 East Chestnut Street Nantucket, MA 02554 xxjkcm@aol.com www.townnantucket.com Ventuno 21 Federal Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@ventunorestaurant.com www.ventunorestaurant.com
508-228-1801 $$ L D YR
508-325-TOWN $$$ D W YR
508-228-2121 $$$$ L D
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Queequeg’s 6 Oak Street Nantucket, MA 02554 queequegsrestaurant@gmail.com www.queequegsnantucket.com
The Sea Grille 45 Sparks Avenue Nantucket, MA 02554 info@theseagrille.com www.theseagrille.com
FAMILY DINING Nantucket Lobster Trap 23 Washington Street PO Box 454 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketlobstertrap.com www.nantucketlobstertrap.com
508-228-4200 D
SEAFOOD MARKETS East Coast Provisions & Seafood Co. 167 Hummock Pond Road 508-228-2871 PO Box 2931 W Nantucket, MA 02584 billsandole@yahoo.com Glidden’s Island Seafood 115 Pleasant Street PO Box 2598 Nantucket, MA 02584 info@gliddensislandseafood.com www.gliddensislandseafood.com Sayle’s Seafood 99 Washington Street Extension PO Box 1062 Nantucket, MA 02554 saylesseafood@aol.com www.saylesseafood.com
508-228-0912 W YR
Pg. 121 508-228-4599 $ L D YR
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Espresso To Go 1 Toombs Court Nantucket, MA 02554 e2gff@comcast.net www.nantucketespresso.com
Pg. 122 508-228-6930 $ B L YR
Fast Forward 1 Toombs Court Nantucket, MA 02554 e2gff@comcast.net www.nantucketespresso.com
Pg. 122 508-228-5807 $ B L YR
The Green 5 West Creek Road PO Box 1340 Nantucket, MA 02554 thegreengull@gmail.com www.thegreennantucket.com Nantucket Gourmet 4 India Street Nantucket, MA 02554 gourmetguys@comcast.net www.nantucketgourmet.com Nantucket Pasty Co. 10 Broad Street Nantucket, MA 02554 nathan@nantucketpastyco.com www.nantucketpastyco.com
Sayle’s Seafood 99 Washington Street Extension PO Box 1062 Nantucket, MA 02554 saylesseafood@aol.com www.saylesseafood.com Something Natural 50 Cliff Road Nantucket, MA 02554 snatural@nantucket.net www.somethingnatural.com
508-228-3258 BLD
508-228-4599 $ L D YR
508-228-0504 $ B L D W PF
DELIVERY Nantucket Lobster Trap 23 Washington Street PO Box 454 Nantucket, MA 02554 signet@nantucket.net www.nantucketlobstertrap.com
508-228-4200 D
PREPARED FOODS
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Foood For Here & There 149 Orange Street Nantucket, MA 02554 rick@fooods.com www.fooods.com
Provisions 3 Harbor Square PO Box 1520 Nantucket, MA 02554 www.provisionsnantucket.com
508-228-4291 $ L D W YR
508-228-1100 $ B L W YR WF
Annye’s Whole Foods 14 Amelia Drive Nantucket, MA 02554 ackannye@aol.com www.annyes.com
Pg. 125 508-228-4554 W YR
Bartlett’s Farm 33 Bartlett Farm Road Nantucket, MA 02554 info@bartlettsfarm.com www.bartlettsfarm.com
Pg. 122 508-228-9403 $ W YR WF
Cowboy’s Meat Market & Delicatessen 7 Bayberry Court 508-228-8766 PO Box 337 $ L D WF Nantucket, MA 02554 cowboysmeatmarket@comcast.net www.cowboysmeatmarket.com Nantucket Lobster Trap 23 Washington Street PO Box 454 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketlobstertrap.com www.nantucketlobstertrap.com
508-228-4200 D
WINERIES 508-228-4353 866-626-2665 $ B L YR WF PF
508-325-0282
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Nantucket Vineyard 5 & 7 Bartlett Farm Road PO Box 2928 Nantucket, MA 02584 jay@ciscobrewers.com www.nantucketvineyard.com
508-228-9235 YR
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Experience Bartlett’s Farm
Weddings...Event Space...Farm to Table Dinners...Farm Grown Flowers... Freshly Picked Produce...Farm-Grown Organic Greens...Gourmet Groceries... Divine Desserts...Farm Talks...Famous Tomatoes...
DINING & FOOD
Open Every Day 33 Bartlett Farm Road www.bartlettsfarm.com 508-228-9403
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Since opening their doors, Fusaro's
Photo by Julie Almand
has been about family, superior service and excellent homemade Italian Food. Family owned and operated, Fusaro's has created a homey, rustic menu that goes beyond meatballs and pasta. Photo by Julie Almand
cooked with love, and served with pride. Best of Nantucket 2012 and 2013 (Inquirer & Mirror)
Photo by Laurie Richards
Best Italian Restaurant, Best Family Dining, Best Bartender Best Inexpensive Meal 17 Old South Road, Nantucket, MA 508.228.4100 www.fusarosrestaurant.com www.nantucketchamber.org • 123
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Nantucket’s only complete organics market & supplements source. Meats, poultry, dairy goods, local eggs, fresh breads, artisanal cheeses, wines & produce. Oven roasted chickens, prepared with seasonal, locally grown vegetables. Healthy organic food made every day from scratch, in-house by our Chef de Cuisine, Chris Morris. Catering services available for intimate dinners, beach picnics, festive celebrations, & family meals. Prepared meals delivered to your home, or we will cook & serve in your own kitchen. Gift baskets & gift certificates in any amount. Vegetarian, gluten-free & vegan options always available.
14 Amelia Drive Nantucket, MA 02554
www.annyes.com ackannye@aol.com
508.228.4554
The Annual Nantucket Wine Festival Photos © Peter Louderback
WWW.NANTUCKETWINEFESTIVAL.COM
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Every May, leading winemakers, renowned chefs and wine & food enthusiasts flock to the island of Nantucket for a collection of over 50 prestigious events —
Nantucket Merchants
A veritable “nirvana” for shopping enthusiasts, Nantucket is home to an impressive array of shops and boutiques to satisfy the most eclectic tastes, from the traditional to the whimsical. As many stores are small and independently owned, you’ll enjoy a rare level of personal attention while you browse for just the right souvenir of your island visit, or a fabulous gift for that special someone back home.
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SHOPPING
Nantucket Style
Imagine a place where elegant shops define the downtown, where stylish, hand-carved wooden signs spell out the names of businesses, the night sky is not diminished by the glare of neon, and authentic time-honored crafts abound. a hallmark of the island’s mercantile scene. As has been the case for decades and generations, Nantucket’s distinctive lightship baskets are still carefully and lovingly handcrafted by islanders, as is the scrimshaw that continues a centuries-old tradition brought back to the island by whalers who circumnavigated the world. The island is also renowned for its artists and artisans, including painters, weavers, potters, jewelers and furniture makers, all of whom create one-of-a-kind heirlooms and treasures. It’s not surprising that R. H. Macy (of Macy’s department store fame) was a native Nantucketer and shopkeeper, and that the innovative ideas he brought to the mainland were forged during his early business years on the island. ©Michael Galvin
This atmosphere has prevailed for centuries on Nantucket and remains an integral part of the island’s charm. No, you won’t find modern malls or sprawling megastores here. As islanders and visitors alike will attest, shopping on Nantucket is a personal experience, where shopkeepers pride themselves on attention to detail, and quality is more important than quantity. A stroll along the streets of Nantucket is like stepping back in time. The shops fronting Centre Street, for example, look much the same as they did in the 1800s when they were collectively known as “Petticoat Row” because island women ran the businesses there. Manufacturing on Nantucket continues to carry the definition “made by hand,” and maritime traditions and crafts remain
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Directory WF = WiFi YR = Open Year Round
AC = Air Conditioning PF = Pet Friendly W = Wheelchair Access
ANTIQUES
ANTIQUES AUCTIONEERS/APPRAISERS
The Antiques Depot - Jack Fritsch & Pg. 150 Howard Chadwick 508-228-1287 14 Easy Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketantiquesdepot.com www.nantucketantiquesdepot.com
The Antiques Depot 14 Easy Street 508-228-1287 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketantiquesdepot.com www.nantucketantiquesdepot.com
Atlantic 10 Straight Wharf Nantucket, MA 02554 colleendw@mindspring.com Island Antiques 5 Miacomet Avenue Nantucket, MA 02554 grnenik@gmail.com J. Butler Collection 36 Centre Street PO Box 516 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@butlersoffarhills.com www.butlersoffarhills.com The Lockhart Collection 15 Centre Street PO Box 42 Nantucket, MA 02554 lockhartphillips@gmail.com www.thelockhartcollection.com
MERCHANTS
Nantucket House Antiques & Interior Design 2 South Beach Street PO Box 368 Nantucket, MA 02554 ann@nantuckethouse.com www.nantuckethouse.com
508-228-7776
508-325-5053
Pg. 150 508-228-8429
508-228-8600
Rafael Osona Auctions PO Box 2607 Nantucket, MA 02584 osonaauctions@gmail.com www.nantucketauctions.com
508-228-3942 W YR
APPLIANCES KAM Appliances & Home Electronics 54 Old South Road 508-332-4907 (In the Emporium) W YR Nantucket, MA 02554 dstrang@kamonline.com www.kamonline.com Marine Home Center 134 Orange Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@marinehomecenter.com www.marinehomecenter.com
Pg. 187 508-228-0900 W YR PF
ART SUPPLIES
508-228-4604 YR
Marine Home Center 134 Orange Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@marinehomecenter.com www.marinehomecenter.com
Nantucket Office Products 96 Pleasant Street Nantucket, MA 02554 ackoffice@verizon.net Nina Hellman Antiques Pg. 150 www.nantucketofficeproducts.com Online Sales Only 508-228-4677 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR BOOK STORES nina@ninahellmanantiques.com www.ninahellmanantiques.com Mitchell’s Book Corner 54 Main Street Rafael Osona Auctions Pg. 107 Nantucket, MA 02554 PO Box 2607 508-228-3942 mbc@nantucket.net Nantucket, MA 02584 W YR www.mitchellsbookcorner.com osonaauctions@gmail.com www.nantucketauctions.com Nantucket Bookworks 25 Broad Street Nantucket, MA 02554 staff@nantucketbookworks.com www.nantucketbookworks.com
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508-228-0900 W YR PF
508-228-4220 W YR
508-228-1080 W YR
508-228-4000 YR
CANDY Aunt Leah’s Fudge 16 Straight Wharf PO Box 981 Nantucket, MA 02554 www.auntleahs.com
Pg. 142, 213 508-228-1017 YR
Marine Home Center 134 Orange Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@marinehomecenter.com www.marinehomecenter.com
Pg. 187 508-228-0900 W YR PF
Nantucket Candy Company 48 Centre Street 508-228-0667 Nantucket, MA 02554 customerservice@nantucketcandy.com www.nantucketcandy.com Sweet Inspirations Artisan Chocolates 26 Centre Street 508-228-5814 PO Box 966 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 crew@nantucketchocolatier.com www.nantucketchocolatier.com
Diane Firsten 12 Main Street (Rear) Nantucket, MA 02554 nantucket@dianefirsten.com www.dianefirsten.com Force 5 Watersports 6 Union Street Nantucket, MA 02554 forcefivenantucket@yahoo.com
Haiti Projects 18 Milk Street Nantucket, MA 02554 renee@haitiprojects.org www.haitiprojects.org
CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES Addison Craig 13 Centre Street 508-228-1899 Nantucket, MA 02554 addisoncraignantucket@verizon.net www.addisoncraig.com
in the pink 5 South Water Street Nantucket, MA 02554 grussell@inthepinkonline.com www.inthepinkonline.com
Benji’s Nantucket Boutique 27 Easy Street Nantucket, MA 02554 benjijoy@comcast.net
Island Company 17 Centre Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@islandcompany.com www.islandcompany.com
Blue Beetle 12 Main Street Nantucket, MA 02554 sales@bluebeetlenantucket.com www.bluebeetlenantucket.com C. Wonder 16 Federal Street Nantucket, MA 02554 store7005@cwonder.com www.cwonder.com
BC 508-228-3227 YR
508-228-0803
Commonwealth Couture 6729 Hillcrest Avenue 214-228-7318 Dallas, TX 75205 commonwealthcouture@gmail.com www.facebook.com/CommonwealthCouture
J. McLaughlin One Salem Street Nantucket, MA 02554 stmanantucket@jmclaughlin.com www.jmclaughlin.com
978-969-1064 YR
508-228-9010 W YR
508-228-0569
508-228-2859
Pg. 145 508-325-6351
Johnstons Cashmere - Pg. 141 The Cashmere Shop 508-228-5450 4 Federal Street YR AC PF Nantucket, MA 02554 johnstonscashmere@nantucket.net www.johnstonscashmerenantucket.com The Lovely 11 Washington Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@thelovelynantucket.com www.thelovelynantucket.com Murray’s Toggery Shop 62 Main Street PO Box 839 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketreds.com www.nantucketreds.com
508-228-4788
Pg. 151 508-228-0437 800-368-2134 W YR
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currentVintage 4 Easy Street 508-228-5073 Nantucket, MA 02554 currentVintage@currentVintage.com www.currentvintage.com
508-228-0700 W
Gypsy Pg. 5, 224 20 Federal Street 508-228-4404 Nantucket, MA 02554 W paola@gypsyusa.com www.nantucketconservationbracelet.com
Haul Over Nantucket 7 Salem Street Nantucket, MA 02554 haulovernantucket@gmail.com www.haulovernantucket.com
617-699-3522
508-228-2207
CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES cont.
CHILDREN’S
Nina McLemore 22 Centre Street Nantucket, MA 02554 nantucket@ninamclemore.com www.ninamclemore.com
Peach Trees 19 Main Street Nantucket, MA 02554 stephanyhunter19@yahoo.com www.peachtreescollection.com
Nobby Clothes Shop 17 Main Street PO Box 538 Nantucket, MA 02554 nobbyshop2@comcast.net www.nobbyshop.com Peach Trees 19 Main Street Nantucket, MA 02554 stephanyhunter19@yahoo.com www.peachtreescollection.com
Pg. 151 508-228-6737
HATS 508-228-1030 YR
508-228-8555 YR
Polo Ralph Lauren 16 Main Street 508-228-9451 Nantucket, MA 02554 margret.anderson@ralphlauren.com www.polo.com The Sail Loft 4 South Water Street Nantucket, MA 02554 rob@sailloft.com www.customuniverse.com Sara Campbell 5 South Beach Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@saracampbell.com www.saracampbell.com Serenella - Nantucket 9B South Beach Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@serenella-boston.com www.serenella-boston.com Stephanie’s Nantucket 42 Main Street Nantucket, MA 02554 stephsnantucket@aol.com
MERCHANTS
Vis à Vis 34 Main Street PO Box 1438 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@visavisnantucket.com www.visavisnantucket.com Zero Main on Centre 34 Centre Street PO Box 517 Nantucket, MA 02554 zeromain@verizon.net
508-228-8555 YR
508-228-4491
508-680-1626 W
Peter Beaton Hat Studio 16 1/2 Federal Street Nantucket, MA 02554 mail@peterbeaton.com www.peterbeaton.com
Pg. 147 508-228-8456 888-PBEATON
SHOES Murray’s Toggery Shop 62 Main Street PO Box 839 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketreds.com www.nantucketreds.com Vis à Vis 34 Main Street PO Box 1438 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@visavisnantucket.com www.visavisnantucket.com Vivi G. Shoes 25 Centre Street Nantucket, MA 02554 vivigshoes@aol.com www.vivigshoes.com
Pg. 151 508-228-0437 800-368-2134 W YR
508-228-5527 888-228-5527 YR
508-228-0411 YR
SUNGLASSES Pg. 137 508-228-3400 W WF
508-228-0624 YR WF
Summer Shades 6 Courtyard, Straight Wharf Nantucket, MA 02554 Tugboat Tim’s, Inc. 45 Old South Road Nantucket, MA 02554 capt.reinemo@yahoo.com www.tugboattims.com
508-325-5530
508-228-8500 W YR
T SHIRTS 508-228-5527 888-228-5527 YR
508-228-4401
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Nantucket Bike Shop & Car Rental 508-228-1999 4 & 10 Broad Street PO Box 629 800-770-3088 Nantucket, MA 02554 ackbikeshop@gmail.com www.nantucketbikeshop.com
COMPUTER SUPPLIES Computer Solutions Pg. 151 35 Old South Road 508-228-8112 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR info@nantucketcomputersolutions.com www.nantucketcomputersolutions.com
COSMETICS Nantucket Skin 19 Surfside Road Nantucket, MA 02554 nantucketskin@gmail.com www.nantucketskin.com
508-228-0052
FURNITURE
DRUGSTORES & PHARMACIES Dan’s Pharmacy Pg. 148 110 Pleasant Street 508-825-9100 Nantucket, MA 02554 W YR dansgnprx@aol.com www.danscompoundingpharmacy.com Island Pharmacy 122 Pleasant Street Nantucket, MA 02554 pharmacy@islandrx.com www.islandrx.com
Pg. 143 508-228-6400 W YR
Nantucket Pharmacy 45 Main Street PO Box 1056 Nantucket, MA 02554 nantucketrx@yahoo.com www.nantucketrx.com
Pg. 143 508-228-0180 W YR
ELECTRONICS Marine Home Center 134 Orange Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@marinehomecenter.com www.marinehomecenter.com
Pg. 187 508-228-0900 W YR PF
FIREWOOD Marine Home Center 134 Orange Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@marinehomecenter.com www.marinehomecenter.com Sconset Woodman 47 New Street PO Box 11 Siasconset, MA 02554
Pg. 187 508-228-0900 W YR PF
508-257-6241 YR
508-228-8500 W YR
Bodega 2 Candle Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@bodeganantucket.com www.bodeganantucket.com Dream Bed Nantucket 117 Orange Street Nantucket, MA 02554 dreambednantucket@gmail.com www.dreambednantucket.com
508-228-1992 PF
508-228-4678
Freedman’s of Nantucket 14 Centre Street Nantucket, MA 02554 dfreedman11@comcast.net
Pg. 1, 211 508-228-3291 YR
Marine Home Center 134 Orange Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@marinehomecenter.com www.marinehomecenter.com
Pg. 187 508-228-0900 W YR PF
Stephen Swift Furniture 23 Federal Street 508-228-0255 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR WF fairbrad@hotmail.com www.stephenswiftfurnituremaker.com PATIO FURNITURE Arrowhead Showroom & Nursery 9 Wampanoag Way 508-228-1961 Nantucket, MA 02554 800-441-4545 karl@arrowheadnursery.com W YR www.arrowheadnursery.com
508-228-6007 W YR
Arrowhead Showroom & Nursery 9 Wampanoag Way 508-228-1961 Nantucket, MA 02554 800-441-4545 karl@arrowheadnursery.com W YR www.arrowheadnursery.com Bartlett’s Farm 33 Bartlett Farm Road Nantucket, MA 02554 info@bartlettsfarm.com www.bartlettsfarm.com
Pg. 122 508-228-9403 W YR WF
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FLORISTS - CUT FLOWERS Flowers on Chestnut One Chestnut Street Nantucket, MA 02554 flowers@nantucket.net www.flowersonchestnut.com
Arrowhead Showroom & Nursery 9 Wampanoag Way 508-228-1961 Nantucket, MA 02554 800-441-4545 karl@arrowheadnursery.com W YR www.arrowheadnursery.com
GARDEN CENTERS & FARMS
FISHING GEAR Tugboat Tim’s, Inc. 45 Old South Road Nantucket, MA 02554 capt.reinemo@yahoo.com www.tugboattims.com
Polpis Harbor Press Nantucket, MA 02554 508-332-0098 jeancawley@polpisharborpress.com YR www.polpisharborpress.com
GARDEN CENTERS & FARMS cont. Island Lumber Company, Inc. 1 Polpis Road PO Box 716 Nantucket, MA 02554 johndooley@islandlumber.net www.islandlumber.net Marine Home Center 134 Orange Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@marinehomecenter.com www.marinehomecenter.com Moors End Farm 40 Polpis Road Nantucket, MA 02554 sslosek@earthlink.net www.moorsendfarm.com
508-228-2600 YR
Pg. 187 508-228-0900 W YR PF
508-228-2674
Surfing Hydrangea Nursery, Inc. 91 Somerset Road 508-228-6828 PO Box 2819 Nantucket, MA 02584 sales@surfinghydrangea.com www.surfinghydrangea.com Valero & Sons, Inc. 60 Old South Road Nantucket, MA 02554 info@valeroandsons.com www.valeroandsons.com
508-228-2397 W YR
GIFT CERTIFICATES Freedman’s of Nantucket 14 Centre Street Nantucket, MA 02554 dfreedman11@comcast.net Marine Home Center 134 Orange Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@marinehomecenter.com www.marinehomecenter.com
MERCHANTS
Bodega 2 Candle Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@bodeganantucket.com www.bodeganantucket.com The Boutique / On Glaze 8 West Creek Road Nantucket, MA 02554 nailedman@aol.com www.nantucketlinens.com Flowers on Chestnut One Chestnut Street Nantucket, MA 02554 flowers@nantucket.net www.flowersonchestnut.com Four Winds Gifts, Inc. 6 Straight Wharf PO Box 959 Nantucket, MA 02554 fourwind@capecod.net Freedman’s of Nantucket 14 Centre Street Nantucket, MA 02554 dfreedman11@comcast.net
BC 508-228-3227 YR
508-228-1992 PF
508-228-NAIL W YR
508-228-6007 W YR
508-228-1597 888-ACK-3988
Pgs. 1, 211 508-228-3291 YR
508-228-3291 YR
The Hub 31 Main Street Nantucket, MA 02554 tess@nantucketislandinc.com
508-325-0200 WF
Pg. 187 508-228-0900 W YR PF
Island Variety 5 Freedom Square Nantucket, MA 02554
Pg. 143 508-228-6883 W YR
GIFTS & HOME ACCESSORIES Anderson’s 29 Main Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketislandinc.com www.andersonsnantucket.com
Blue Beetle 12 Main Street Nantucket, MA 02554 sales@bluebeetlenantucket.com; bluebeetle1@verizon.net www.bluebeetlenantucket.com
508-228-4187
Arrowhead Showroom & Nursery 9 Wampanoag Way 508-228-1961 Nantucket, MA 02554 800-441-4545 karl@arrowheadnursery.com W YR www.arrowheadnursery.com Best of the Beach 2 Straight Wharf 508-228-6263 Nantucket, MA 02554 W info@bestofthebeachnantucket.com www.bestofthebeachnantucket.com
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Island Weaves Nantucket #20 Old South Wharf Nantucket, MA 02554 weaver@islandweaves.com www.islandweaves.com Marine Home Center 134 Orange Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@marinehomecenter.com www.marinehomecenter.com
508-221-8343
Pg. 187 508-228-0900 W YR PF
Nantucket Beach Chair Company Pg. 146 24 Macys Lane 508-325-7793 Nantucket, MA 02554 877-325-7793 robert.nantucket@gmail.com YR www.nantucketbeachchair.com
Nantucket Carving & Folk Art, Inc. Pg. 110 167 Orange Street 508-325-7463 PO Box 2375 W YR Nantucket, MA 02584 jean@nantucketcarvingandfolkart.com www.nantucketcarvingandfolkart.com Nantucket Historical Association Pg. 109 Museum Shop 508-228-5785 11 Broad Street W YR PO Box 1016 Nantucket, MA 02554 ask@nha.org www.nantucketmuseumshop.org Nantucket Looms 51 Main Street PO Box 1510 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketlooms.com www.nantucketlooms.com
508-228-1908 YR
Nantucket Sailors’ Valentines 2525 Arapahoe Avenue 508-292-3502 Suite E4 #112 YR Boulder, CO 80302 valentinekits@aol.com www.nantucketsailorsvalentinekits.com Toujours Midi Nantucket 2 South Beach Street Nantucket, MA 02554 sales@toujoursmidinantucket.com www.toujoursmidinantucket.com
Pg. 147 508-228-7600
CANDLES Marine Home Center 134 Orange Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@marinehomecenter.com www.marinehomecenter.com
Pg. 187 508-228-0900 W YR PF
CLOCKS Freedman’s of Nantucket 14 Centre Street Nantucket, MA 02554 dfreedman11@comcast.net
Pgs. 1, 211 508-228-3291 YR
RUGS Marine Home Center 134 Orange Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@marinehomecenter.com www.marinehomecenter.com
Ambrosia 29 Centre Street PO Box 24 Nantucket, MA 02554 ambrosiaconfections@gmail.com www.ambrosianantucket.com
508-292-3289
Cowboy’s Meat Market & Delicatessen 7 Bayberry Court 508-228-8766 PO Box 337 WF Nantucket, MA 02554 cowboysmeatmarket@comcast.net www.cowboysmeatmarket.com
JANITORIAL & PAPER SUPPLIES Marine Home Center 134 Orange Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@marinehomecenter.com www.marinehomecenter.com
Pg. 187 508-228-0900 W YR PF
JEWELERS/JEWELRY DESIGN Barbara Harris Water Jewels Pg. 138 14 Centre Street 508-228-0825 PO Box 997 Nantucket, MA 02554 bhwaterjewels@aol.com www.barbaraharriswaterjewels.com FIGARO Fine Jewelry 21 Main Street Nantucket, MA 02554 kathtucker@gmail.com G.S. Hill Gallery/ Nantucket Pearl Company 40 Straight Wharf Nantucket, MA 02554 gshill@nantucket.net www.gshill.com
508-228-4882
Pg. 106 508-228-1353
Gypsy Pgs. 5, 224 20 Federal Street 508-228-4404 Nantucket, MA 02554 W paola@gypsyusa.com www.nantucketconservationbracelet.com
Pg. 187 508-228-0900 W YR PF
Jewelers’ Gallery 21 Centre Street Nantucket, MA 02554 www.thejewelersgallery.com
508-228-9047
The Lockhart Collection 15 Centre Street PO Box 42 Nantucket, MA 02554 lockhartphillips@gmail.com www.thelockhartcollection.com Ocean Treasure 5 Washington Street Nantucket, MA 02554 myoceantreasure@hotmail.com
Pgs. 139, 149 508-228-0229 800-550-0229 YR 508-228-8600
508-228-1161 YR
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The Weaving Room 73 Orange Street Nantucket, MA 02554 benderlynn73@comcast.net www.nantucketweavingroom.com
GOURMET SHOPS
JEWELERS/JEWELRY DESIGN cont. Pageo Jewelers 46 Main Street Nantucket, MA 02554 george@pageo.com www.pageo.com Peach Trees 19 Main Street Nantucket, MA 02554 stephanyhunter19@yahoo.com www.peachtreescollection.com Susan Lister Locke Jeweler 28A Easy Street PO Box 1306 Nantucket, MA 02554 susie@susanlisterlocke.com www.susanlisterlocke.com Trianon/Seaman Schepps 47 Main Street Nantucket, MA 02554 trianonnantucket@aol.com www.seamanschepps.com Vis à Vis 34 Main Street PO Box 1438 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@visavisnantucket.com www.visavisnantucket.com
Pg. 140 508-228-6899
508-228-8555 YR
Pg. 148 508-228-2132
MERCHANTS
Nantuckets 1854 PO Box 1313 Nantucket, MA 02554 weave@nantuckets1854.com www.nantuckets1854.com
508-325-5806
Annye’s Whole Foods 14 Amelia Drive Nantucket, MA 02554 ackannye@aol.com www.annyes.com
508-228-5527 888-228-5527 YR
BRIX Wine Shop 1 Windy Way Nantucket, MA 02554 info@brixnantucket.com www.brixwineshop.com
Pg. 136 508-228-7557
508-228-4353 866-626-2665 YR WF PF
LIGHTSHIP BASKET MAKERS/SHOPS Alan SW Reed 11 First Way Nantucket, MA 02554 aswreed@gmail.com www.alanswreed.com
Pg. 111 508-332-9803 YR
Pg. 144 774-313-9442
LIQUOR STORES - WINE
KITCHEN PRODUCTS & ACCESSORIES Nantucket Gourmet 4 India Street Nantucket, MA 02554 gourmetguys@comcast.net www.nantucketgourmet.com
Peter Finch, Basketmaker 5 Polliwog Pond Road Nantucket, MA 02554 mrpeavey@mac.com www.bracklet.com SUPPLIES
WATCHES Trinity Collection 50 Main Street Nantucket, MA 02554 trintytime@aol.com www.etownsendwatch.com
Nantucket Lightship Basket Frames PO Box 1249 508-228-3930 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR ritchleone@comcast.net www.ritchleone.com
508-228-9493 YR
Michael Kane Lightship Baskets 18A Sparks Avenue 508-228-1548 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR lightshipbaskets@gmail.com www.michaelkaneslightshipbaskets.com
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Pg. 125 508-228-4554 W YR
508-228-9123
Cowboy’s Meat Market & Delicatessen 7 Bayberry Court 508-228-8766 PO Box 337 WF Nantucket, MA 02554 cowboysmeatmarket@comcast.net www.cowboysmeatmarket.com currentVintage 4 Easy Street 508-228-5073 Nantucket, MA 02554 currentVintage@currentVintage.com www.currentvintage.com Épernay Wine & Spirits 1 North Beach Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@epernaywines.com www.epernaywines.com
Pg. 124 508-228-2755 W AC
Nantucket Wine & Spirits 31 Sparks Avenue 508-228-1136 PO Box 1137 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 nantucketwineandspirits@yahoo.com www.nantucketwineandspirits.com
MARKETS Sconset Market 4 Main Street PO Box 19 Siasconset, MA 02564 m.donato@comcast.net www.sconsetmarket.com
508-257-9915
OFFICE PRODUCTS Nantucket Office Products 96 Pleasant Street Nantucket, MA 02554 ackoffice@verizon.net www.nantucketofficeproducts.com Ricoh - USA 12 Industrial Way Milford, MA 01757 peter.ryder@Ricoh-USA.com www.Ricoh-USA.com
POOL & SPA SUPPLIES 508-228-4220 W YR
508-634-6464 YR
ONLINE SHOPPING / MAIL ORDER PRODUCTS Aunt Leah’s Fudge 16 Straight Wharf PO Box 981 Nantucket, MA 02554 www.auntleahs.com Nantucket Bake Shop 17 1/2 Old South Road PO Box 539 Nantucket, MA 02554 cookie@nantucketbakeshop.com www.nantucketbakeshop.com
Pg. 187 508-228-0900 W YR PF
Nantucket Pool & Spa Center 1A Hanabea Lane 508-228-2235 Nantucket, MA 02554 caci@nantucketpoolspacenter.com www.nantucketpoolspacenter.com
POWER EQUIPMENT SALES & SERVICES Pg. 142, 213 508-228-1017 YR
Outdoor Power LLC 85 Pleasant St. 508-228-5510 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR WF stoyanoutdoorpower@gmail.com www.outdoorpowernantucket.com
SCRIMSHAW 508-228-2797
Nantucket Beach Chair Company Pg. 146 24 Macys Lane 508-325-7793 Nantucket, MA 02554 877-325-7793 robert.nantucket@gmail.com YR www.nantucketbeachchair.com Nantucket.net Catalog PO Box 626 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucket.net www.nantucket.net
Marine Home Center 134 Orange Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@marinehomecenter.com www.marinehomecenter.com
Pg. 209 508-228-6777 YR
Craftmasters of Nantucket 7 India Street Nantucket, MA 02554 www.craftmastersnantucket.com
THRIFT SHOPS Hospital Thrift Shop 17 India Street Nantucket, MA 02554 hospitalthriftshop@gmail.com
PERFUMES & FRAGRANCES Nantucket Natural Oils/Fragrance Bar 12 Straight Wharf 508-325-4740 Nantucket, MA 02554 800-223-8660 info@nantucketnaturaloils.com YR www.nantucketnaturaloils.com
The Tile Room 9 Sparks Avenue Nantucket, MA 02554 graham@tileroomnantucket.com www.tileroomnantucket.com
PET SPECIALTY SHOPS
TOYS
Geronimo’s, Ltd. 119 Pleasant Street Nantucket, MA 02554 jan@geronimos.com www.geronimos.com
Pg. 149 508-228-3731 800-738-7297 W YR
Marine Home Center 134 Orange Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@marinehomecenter.com www.marinehomecenter.com
Pg. 187 508-228-0900 W YR PF
Island Variety 5 Freedom Square Nantucket, MA 02554
508-901-3060 YR
508-325-4732
Pg. 143 508-228-6883 W YR
Nantucket Toy Company 12 Oak Street 508-325-8697 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR contact@nantuckettoycompany.com www.nantuckettoycompany.com The Toy Boat #41 Straight Wharf PO Box 2297 Nantucket, MA 02584 www.thetoyboat.com
508-228-4552
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Island Real Estate
A world-renowned resort destination, Nantucket offers an impressive selection of home and cottage rentals and sales to suit every requirement. Whether you’re seeking a beachside enclave with all the amenities for a family vacation, a secluded cottage for a memorable romantic getaway, or wish to fulfill your lifetime dream of owning an historic in-town home, the knowledgeable agents at any of the island’s real estate offices will happily assist you in locating the perfect property.
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A HOME
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On An Island
In her introduction to “Sea-Captains’ Houses and Rose-Covered Cottages: The Architectural Heritage of Nantucket Island,” Margaret Moore Booker writes of the late-nineteenth-century visitor who observed that the houses on the island were, “shingled, shangled, shongled, and shungled.” be salvaged by frugal Nantucketers. In many instances, the quarterboard displaying the ship’s name would be reattached to a house or barn. This tradition continues, as houses in all parts of the island often sport newlymade quarterboards hand-hewn by island artisans. Many original quarterboards still exist, most notably in the village of ’Sconset, where cottages named “Shanunga” and “Wanackmamack” welcome visitors. A treatise entitled “Understanding Nantucket’s Architectural Heritage” notes that in the late 1700’s, houses followed the custom of facing south, but as the original settlement of Sherburne grew, they were built with their main façades abutting the street and with narrow side yards in the tradition of the English town. By 1800, exposure to foreign tastes and influences, aided by the decline of the strict Quaker influence that had prevailed during the 18th century, were reflected in the architecture; houses were larger and more elegant, but maintained – for the most part – a closeness to the street and to each other.
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While the visitor may have overstated his case a bit, his observation holds true today, as most houses are still framed with cedar shingles – in keeping with Nantucket’s designation as a historic district. While the siding may be simple, homes on the island are anything but plain, and can be found in a variety of sizes, shapes, and styles, from colonial, Georgian, Federal and Greek Revival, to the grand summer houses of today. Two distinct architectural elements have become an integral part of Nantucket’s identity: roof walks and quarterboards. Roof walks dot the rooftops and frame the chimneys of many historic houses around town, and are also an inviting feature of many newer homes. While it is true that whaling era families may have used their walks as lookouts to the nearby harbor, the origin of the roofwalk is more sublime. These platforms were built originally for fire prevention; buckets of sand were kept on top of the house to pour down the chimney in the event of a chimney fire. Today, roofwalks are used as appealing outside decks, offering unmatched views of the town, harbor, ocean, or moors. Quarterboards, some sporting fanciful names, are house identifiers that harken to the island’s maritime past. Ships often wrecked on the dangerous shoals surrounding the island, and the flotsam that washed ashore would
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APPRAISALS Denby Real Estate, Inc. 2 Thirty Acres Lane PO Box 901 Nantucket, MA 02554 office@denby.com www.denby.com
Pg. 165 508-228-2522 YR
617-799-7810 YR
Nantucket Island Resorts - Retail 44 Main Street, 2nd floor 508-228-7501 PO Box 447 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 office@nirretail.com www.nedevelopment.com Winthrop Management PO Box 9507 Boston, MA 02114 scarnevale@firstwinthrop.com www.winthropmanagement.com
617-570-4600 YR
REAL ESTATE OFFICES Atlantic East Nantucket Real Estate Pg. 158 82 Easton Street 508-228-7707 PO Box 1407 YR AC Nantucket, MA 02554 office@nantucketrealestate.com www.atlanticeastre.com Bamber Real Estate 28 Washing Pond Road PO Box 26 Nantucket, MA 02554 bamberre@nantucket.net www.bamberrealestate.com Boyce Realty 8 Hedge Row PO Box 453 Siasconset, MA 02564 david@boycerealtynantucket.com www.boycerealtynantucket.com Brewster Equities 12 Oak Street Nantucket, MA 02554 brewster44@aol.com www.brewsterequities.com
Pg. 165 508-228-1138 W YR
Compass Rose Real Estate, Inc. Pg. 163 137A Orange Street 508-325-5500 Nantucket, MA 02554 W YR compass@compassroserealestate.com www.compassroserealestate.com
COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE Brewster Equities 12 Oak Street Nantucket, MA 02554 brewster22@aol.com www.brewsterequities.com
Coffin Real Estate One Orange Street PO Box 1881 Nantucket, MA 02554 office@coffinrealestate.com www.coffinrealestate.com
508-228-1416
508-257-6962
617-799-7810 YR
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Congdon & Coleman Real Estate, Inc. IBC 57 Main Street 508-325-5000 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR ack@congdonandcoleman.com www.congdonandcoleman.com Hunter, Reed and Company, Inc. PO Box 1450 508-325-7000 Nantucket, MA 02554 1450 info@hunterreed.com www.hunterreed.com Island Properties 35 A Old South Road Nantucket, MA 02554 office@islandpropertiesre.com www.islandpropertiesre.com Islandwide Realty PO Box 987 Nantucket, MA 02554 kenneth.lindsay@comcast.net J Pepper Frazier Company Nantucket & Real Estate 19 Centre Street Nantucket, MA 02554 office@jpfco.com www.jpfco.com
508-228-6999 YR
508-776-5859 YR Pg. 162 508-228-3202 YR
Jordan William Raveis Pgs. 159, 164 Real Estate 508-228-4449 8 Federal Street YR Nantucket, MA 02554 info@jordanre.com www.jordanre.com; www.raveis.com Killen Real Estate, Inc. 10 Easy Street PO Box 1166 Nantucket, MA 02554 office@killenrealestate.com www.killenrealestate.com
Pg. 164 508-228-0976 YR
Pgs. 67, 157 508-228-1881 W YR AC
Coffin/Sconset Real Estate One Orange Street PO Box 1881 Nantucket, MA 02554 office@coffinrealestate.com www.coffinrealestate.com
Pg. 165 508-228-1138 W YR
Preferred Properties 76 Easton Street 508-228-2320 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR brokers@preferredpropertiesre.com www.preferredpropertiesre.com
Compass Rose Real Estate, Inc. Pg. 163 137A Orange Street 508-325-5500 Nantucket, MA 02554 W YR compass@compassroserealestate.com www.compassroserealestate.com
Richmond Great Point Development LLC 57R Old South Road Nantucket, MA 02554 ppastan@richmondco.com www.centerislandplace.com
Congdon & Coleman Real Estate, Inc. IBC 57 Main Street 508-325-5000 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR ack@congdonandcoleman.com www.congdonandcoleman.com
Pg. 183 508-901-9030
‘Sconset Real Estate Post Office Square PO Box 122 Siasconset, MA 02564 office@sconsetrealestate.com www.sconsetrealestate.com
Pg. 165 508-257-6335 W YR
Shepherd Real Estate Zero Main Street Nantucket, MA 02554 susan.nantucket@gmail.com www.ssnantucket.com
Pg. 161 508-228-5668 YR
Tea Rose Realty 22 Golfview Drive PO Box 19 Nantucket, MA 02554 tearoserealty@msn.com
508-228-7719 YR
Welch & Associates Inc. Realty Group PO Box 3777 508-228-7777 Nantucket, MA 02584 W YR service@welch-associates.com Windwalker Real Estate 12 Oak Street PO Box 111 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@windwalkerrealestate.com www.windwalkerrealestate.com
508-228-9117 W YR
RENTALS Nantucket.net PO Box 626 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucket.net www.nantucket.net
Pg. 209 508-228-9165 YR
VACATION RENTALS
FlipKey Nantucket Vacation Rentals 226 Causeway Street 1-877-FLIPKEY Second Floor Boston, MA 02114 claire@flipkey.com www.flipkey.com/nantucket-vacation-rentals/ g29527 Jordan William Raveis Pgs. 159, 164 Real Estate 508-228-4449 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR info@jordanre.com www.jordanre.com; www.raveis.com Maury People Sotheby’s International Realty 37 Main Street Nantucket, MA 02554 jen@maurypeople.com www.maurypeople.com
Pgs. 67, 157 508-228-1881 W YR AC
Nashaquisset Nantucket Rentals Pg. 70 7 Washaman Avenue 508-825-2200 Nantucket, MA 02554 AC suzanne@nashaquisset.com www.nashaquisset.com WeNeedaVacation.com Pg. 156 15 Cape Lane 774-323-3911 Brewster, MA 02631 YR AC nantucket@weneedavacation.com www.weneedavacation.com/nantucket/vacation rentals/ Windwalker Real Estate 12 Oak Street PO Box 111 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@windwalkerrealestate.com www.windwalkerrealestate.com
Pg. 156 508-228-9117 W YR
Atlantic East Nantucket Real Estate Pg. 158 82 Easton Street 508-228-7707 PO Box 1407 YR AC Nantucket, MA 02554 office@nantucketrealestate.com www.atlanticeastre.com
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Maury People Sotheby’s International Realty 37 Main Street Nantucket, MA 02554 jen@maurypeople.com www.maurypeople.com
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“As a small business owner, I was anxious to join the Chamber and advertise in their Guidebook. I got involved in a committee and fulfilled a need to give back to my community in ways I couldn’t do on my own. From scholarship program to business mentoring, the Honor Roll Card program and more, I am now doing this in a meaningful way. I’m Teresa Schroeder of Seven Hills On Nantucket Painting and that is why……….. … Zero Main Street, Second Floor, Nantucket Island MA 02554 508.228.3643 www.nantucketchamber.org
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Nantucket offers every service essential for the island to thrive as a popular vacation destination and a vital yearround community. And with a variety of available transportation choices, getting to and around Nantucket has never been easier!
ŠCourtesy of Nantucket Historical Association
AT YO U R
Service
Despite its remote location 26 miles at sea, Nantucket’s Police and Fire Departments, Department of Public Works, Coast Guard and Cottage Hospital – among others – are dedicated to insuring your safety and security, while banks, beauty salons, cleaners, landscapers and a host of other home services provide the comforts and conveniences of the mainland. For such a small island, the diversity and scope of services available here are quite extensive. Peruse the following pages – from Accountants to Web Design – for a list of the myriad services and transportation options to suit every imaginable need. Note the five airlines that provide convenient and reliable transportation – both seasonal and year-round – to this far flung sandy outpost, as well as the aircraft charters that service Nantucket from Massachusetts and the tri-state area. If you require an advertising or design agency, no need to travel to a major city... they’re right here. As are appliance repair, animal care, attorneys, insurance agencies, consulting services, investment services, schools and educational opportunities, and so much more. Most impressive are the numerous associations and organizations which contribute to the ongoing vitality of our island
and represent the dedicated, concerted efforts of groups to protect Nantucket Sound, educate about Autism, build homes and provide services for the less privileged, and bring injured soldiers and their families to the island for respite and relaxation, acknowledging their patriotism and heroism in the face of war. Pride in service – and a passionate dedication to the community – are watchwords on Nantucket, whether those who serve are natives or “washashores.” A significant number of organizations and associations – many of which are Chamber members – reflect this strong desire to preserve, as well as improve, the way of life here. Whatever the cause – services for those less fortunate and the disabled, the Arts, our public and private schools – all are committed to offering their time and talents to energize the community and provide resources to those in need. It is truly awe-inspiring that the following organizations are all “watchkeepers” – in one way or another – of the island’s unique character, with an eye toward maintaining its heritage, historic integrity, and singular beauty: Alliance to Protect Nantucket Sound, Nantucket Civic League, Nantucket Historical Association, Nantucket Land Council, Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission, ReMain Nantucket, ‘Sconset Beach Preservation Fund, ‘Sconset Trust, Spiritual Heritage Nantucket and Sustainable Nantucket. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with this section of the Guide and take note of all those responsible for providing services – a multitude of kinds – all important to the viability and vitality of this most unique and wonderful place.
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Our businesses, together with a full range of community municipal services, comprise the backbone of island commerce and cultivate the same self-reliance practiced by our early settlers.
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SERVICES & TRANSPORTATION
ACCOUNTANTS Robert H. Laundry, Certified Public Accountant 25 Liberty Street Nantucket, MA 02554 robertlaundrycpa@gmail.com
508-228-0206 YR
Tradewind Aviation, LLC 5 Juliano Drive Oxford, CT 06478 info@tradewindaviation.com www.tradewindaviation.com
ADVERTISING/DESIGN Anderson Publishing 27 Mill Street PO Box 1018 Nantucket, MA 02554 office@nantucketonline.com www.nantucketonline.com
508-228-3866 YR
Litos Strategic Communication 36 Water Street, Suite 1 508-996-8989 New Bedford, MA 02740 YR mark.litos@litossc.com www.litossc.com Nantucket blACKbook PO Box 2741 Nantucket, MA 02584 holly@nantucketblackbook.com www.nantucketblackbook.com TownPool PO Box 983 Siasconset, MA 02564 info@TownPool.com www.townpool.com
978-201-2579
774-236-9035
AIRCRAFT CHARTERS Boston Executive Helicopters Norwood Memorial Airport 781-603-6186 209 Access Road W YR Norwood, MA 02062 chris@bostonexecutivehelicopters.com www.bostonexecutivehelicopters.com Nantucket Express PO Box 127 Nantucket, MA 02554 akaack@nantucket.net www.ackexpress.com Ocean Wings Air Charter 14 Airport Road, Hangar 1 PO Box 2825 Nantucket, MA 02584 info@flyoceanwings.com www.flyoceanwings.com
Reliant Air 1 Wibling Road Danbury, CT 06810 contact@reliantair.com www.reliantair.com
508-228-NANT 888-NANTUCK YR Pg. 196 508-325-5548 800-253-5039 W YR
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203-743-5100 YR
203-267-3305 800-376-7922 YR
AIRLINES Cape Air/Nantucket Airlines Pg. 2 14 Airport Road, Nantucket, MA 508-771-6944 660 Barnstable Road, Hyannis, MA 800-CAPEAIR Nantucket, MA 02554 W YR reservations@capeair.com www.capeair.com Island Airlines, Inc. 480 Barnstable Road Hyannis, MA 02601 gboule@islandair.net www.islandair.net Swain’s Travel, Inc. 35 Old South Road Nantucket, MA 02554 travel@nantucket.net www.swainstravel.com Tradewind Aviation, LLC 5 Juliano Drive Oxford, CT 06478 info@tradewindaviation.com www.tradewindaviation.com
Pg. 196 508-771-7774 800-248-7779 W YR
508-228-3201 YR
203-267-3305 800-376-7922 YR
AIRPORTS Nantucket Memorial Airport 14 Airport Road Nantucket, MA 02554 ackinfo@nantucketairport.com www.nantucketairport.com
508-325-5300 W YR WF
ALARM SYSTEMS Greenwood Alarm & Key Co. Drawer B Gardner, MA 01440
508-228-2280 800-244-1224 YR
APPLIANCE REPAIR 02554 Services 49 Cato Lane Nantucket, MA 02554 nantucket02554@comcast.net
508-228-7050 YR
AQUARIUM SALES/MAINTENANCE Seascapes Aquariums, Inc. 27 Tabor Road Forestdale, MA 02644 info@seasapesaquariums.com www.seascapesaquariums.com
508-477-8829 800-297-6297 YR
ARCHITECTS belongings 226 East 79th Street New York, NY 10021 info@belongings.com www.belongings.com
508-228-3600 YR
Nantucket Architecture Group, Ltd. 15 Amelia Drive 508-228-5631 PO Box 1814 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 bill@nantucketarchitecture.com www.nantucketarchitecture.com
ASSOCIATIONS/ORGANIZATIONS Alliance to Protect Nantucket Sound Save Our Sound 508-775-9767 4 Barnstable Road YR Hyannis, MA 02601 sandyt@saveoursound.org www.saveoursound.org Artists Association of Nantucket 1 Gardner Perry Lane 508-228-0722 PO Box 1104 W YR Nantucket, MA 02554 gallery@nantucketarts.org office@nantucketarts.org Autism Speaks, Inc. 85 Devonshire Street 9th Floor Boston, MA 02109 nantucket@autismspeaks.org http://bit.ly/AutismSpeaksACK
617-726-1515 YR
Boston Medflight Pg. 201 Robins Street - Hangar 1727 781-863-2213 Hanscom AFB 800-223-8998 (Emerg.) Bedford, MA 01730 YR diane.malcolmson@bostonmedflight.org www.bostonmedflight.org Cape Cod & Islands Association of Realtors 22 Mid Tech Drive 508-957-4300 West Yarmouth, MA 02673 W YR info@cciaor.com www.cciaor.com Community Foundation for Nantucket 40 Sherburne Commons, #117 508-825-9993 PO Box 204 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 info@cfnan.org www.cfnan.org
508-228-2505 W YR
Friends of Nantucket Public Schools 10 Surfside Road 508-228-5269 Nantucket, MA 02554 W YR fonps@nps.k12.ma.us www.fonps.org Friends of Our Island Home PO Box 39 508 901 9711 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR friendsofourislandhome@gmail.com Habitat for Humanity 2 Greglen Avenue, PMB 54 Nantucket, MA 02554 habitatnantucket@comcast.net www.habitatnantucket.org Holidays for Heroes 57 Meadow View Drive Nantucket, MA 02554 tom@mccannpets.com www.holidaysforheroes.com Housing Nantucket 15 Teasdale Circle PO Box 3149 Nantucket, MA 02584 info@nantuckethousingoffice.org www.nantuckethousingoffice.org Montessori Children’s House of Nantucket, Inc. 7 Pheasant Drive PO Box 2121 Nantucket, MA 02584 children@nantucket.net www.mchnantucket.org Nantucket Anglers’ Club 1 New Whale Street Nantucket, MA 02554 fish@nantucketanglersclub.com www.nantucketanglersclub.com Nantucket Association of Real Estate Brokers PO Box 335 Nantucket, MA 02554
508-325-8912 YR
Pg. 183 508-517-3472 YR
508-228-4422 YR
508-228-5454
508-228-2299 YR
508-228-1138 YR
Nantucket Builders Association PO Box 3446 508-228-1600 Nantucket, MA 02584 YR admin@nantucketbuildersassociation.org www.nantucketbuildersassociation.org Nantucket Civic League 2 Bayberry Lane Nantucket, MA 02554 www.nantucketcivicleague.org Nantucket Clean Team 24 North Pasture Lane Nantucket, MA 02554 wconnell@connellanderson.com www.ackcleanteam.org
508-228-1060 YR
212-687-6900
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Chip Webster & Associates 9 Amelia Drive Nantucket, MA 02554 chip@cwa-arch.com www.cwa-arch.com
508-228-0677 800-719-1490 W
Egan Maritime Institute 4 Winter Street Nantucket, MA 02554 egan@eganmaritime.org www.eganmaritime.org
ASSOCIATIONS/ORGANIZATIONS cont. Nantucket Commission on Disability 16 Broad Street 508-228-8085 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR comdis@nantucket ma.gov www.nantucket-ma.gov/Pages/NantucketMA_ BComm/disability
SERVICES & TRANSPORTATION
Nantucket Department of Public Works 188 Madaket Road 508-228-7244 Nantucket, MA 02554 kbuzanoski@nantucket ma.gov www.nantucket-ma.gov Nantucket Garden Club, Inc. PO Box 627 Nantucket, MA 02554 www.nantucketgardenclub.org
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Nantucket Historical Association Pg. 109 15 Broad Street 508-228-1894 PO Box 1016 W YR Nantucket, MA 02554 ask@nha.org www.nha.org Nantucket Land Council, Inc. 6 Ash Lane PO Box 502 Nantucket, MA 02554 nlc@nantucket.net www.nantucketlandcouncil.org
508-228-2818 YR
Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission 508-325-7587 2 Fairgrounds Road YR Nantucket, MA 02554 www.nantucket-ma.gov/departments/npedc/ npedc.html Nantucket Preservation Trust Pg. 94 55 Main Street 508-228-1387 PO Box 158 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketpreservation.org www.nantucketpreservation.org Nantucket Rental Assistance/ Emergency Food Pantry 508-901-1320 2 Madaket Road YR Nantucket, MA 02554 nrapoffice@comcast.net www.nantucketinterfaithcouncil.org Nantucket Shellfish Association, Inc. PO Box 604 508-325-7753 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR info@nantucketshellfish.org www.nantucketbayscallops.org ReMain Nantucket LLC 50 Main Street PO Box 359 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@remainnantucket.org www.remainnantucket.org
508-901-4140 YR
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Rotary Club of Nantucket PO Box 712 Nantucket, MA 02554 mburns@nantucket-ma.gov www.nantucketrotary.org The ‘Sconset Trust, Inc. PO Box 821 Siasconset, MA 02564 info@sconsettrust.org www.sconsettrust.org
Pg. 200 508-228-7237 YR
508-228-9917 W YR
Siasconset Beach Preservation Fund 18 Sesapana Road 508-325-0048 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR sbpf@comcast.net www.sconsetbeach.org Spiritual Heritage Nantucket PO Box 1262 Nantucket, MA 02554 Sustainable Nantucket PO Box 1244 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@sustainablenantucket.org www.sustainablenantucket.org
508-257-4141
508-228-3399 YR
ATTORNEYS Law Offices of Keith M. Yankow 23 Federal Street 508-228-6688 PO Box 675 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 yankow@nantucketislandlaw.com www.nantucketislandlaw.com Sarah F. Alger, P.C. 2 South Water Street Nantucket, MA 02554 sfa@sfapc.com Schwartz Hannum PC 11 Chestnut Street Andover, MA 01810 schwartz@shpclaw.com www.shpclaw.com
508-228-1118 YR Pg. 192 978-623-0900 YR
AUCTIONEERS/APPRAISERS The Antiques Depot - Jack Fritsch Pg. 150 & Howard Chadwick 508-228-1287 14 Easy Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketantiquesdepot.com www.nantucketantiquesdepot.com Rafael Osona Auctions PO Box 2607 Nantucket, MA 02584 osonaauctions@gmail.com www.nantucketauctions.com
Pg. 107 508-228-3942 W YR
AUTOMOBILES DEALERS Don Allen Auto Service, Inc. 24 Polpis Road Nantucket, MA 02554 donallenford@yahoo.com www.donallenfoRoadcom
Pgs. 193, 199 508-228-0134 800-698-4666 W YR
RENTALS Affordable Rentals 6 South Beach Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@affrentals.com www.affrentals.com
BABYSITTERS Pg. 195 508-228-3501 877-235-3500 W
Island Buggies Auto Rental, LLC 41 Old South Road 508-680-1063 Nantucket, MA 02554 W islandbuggies@gmail.com www.islandbuggies.com
Nantucket Island Rent-A-Car Pg. 190 14 Airport Road 508-228-9989 Nantucket, MA 02554 800-508-9972 info@nantucketrentacar.com W www.nantucketislandrentacar.com Nantucket Windmill Auto Rental Pg. 184 Nantucket Memorial Airport 508-228-1227 PO Box 1057 800-228-1227 Nantucket, MA 02554 W YR wmill508@aol.com www.nantucketautorental.com Young’s Bicycle Shop & Car Rental Pg. 87 6 Broad Street 508-228-1151 PO Box 1229 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@youngsbicycleshop.com www.youngsbicycleshop.com SERVICE Barrett’s Garage 21 Somerset Road Nantucket, MA 02554 barrettsgarage@comcast.net www.barrettsgarage.com On Island Gas 34 Sparks Avenue Nantucket, MA 02554 jpnearlyriser@aol.com
508-325-0045 YR
508-228-7099 YR
BABY EQUIPMENT RENTAL Nantucket Babysitters’ Service, Inc. 5C Windy Way 508-228-4970 PO Box 842 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 babysit@nantucketbabysitters.com www.nantucketbabysitters.com Nantucket Cribs, LLC 8B Folger Avenue PO Box 855 Nantucket, MA 02554 nantucketcribs@gmail.com www.nantucketcribs.com
508-228-5200 YR
508-332-0951 YR
Nantucket Babysitters’ Service, Inc. 5C Windy Way 508-228-4970 PO Box 842 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 babysit@nantucketbabysitters.com www.nantucketbabysitters.com
BANKS Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank Pg. 189 112 Pleasant Street 508-228-1255 Zero Main Street W YR PO Box 2640 Nantucket, MA 02554 www.capecodfive.com Hingham Institution for Savings 35 Main Street 508-228-1976 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR saracongdon@hinghamsavings.com www.hinghamsavings.com Nantucket Bank 104 Pleasant St., 2 Orange St., 1 Amelia Dr. & 9 Bayberry Court PO Box 988 Nantucket, MA 02554 callcenter@nantucketbank.com www.nantucketbank.com
Pg. 12 508-228-0580 800-533-9313 W YR
Pacific National Bank, A Bank of America Company 508-228-1917 61 Main Street YR 15 Sparks Avenue Nantucket, MA 02554 michelle.m.starr@bankofamerica.com www.bankofamerica.com
BEAUTY SALONS & SPA SERVICES ACK Organics PO Box 2868 Nantucket, MA 02584 aida.ack@gmail.com www.ackorganics.com Authentic Body 35B Old South Road, Keypost Corner PO Box 5130 Nantucket, MA 02554 authenticbodytherapy@gmail.com www.authenticbodytherapy.com Darya Salon & Spa 34 Centre Street Nantucket, MA 02554 daryassalon@gmail.com www.daryasalon.com
877-547-7821
508-332-3382 YR
Pg. 213 508-228-0550 YR
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Nantucket Bike Shop & Car Rental 4 & 10 Broad Street 508-228-1999 PO Box 629 800-770-3088 Nantucket, MA 02554 ackbikeshop@gmail.com www.nantucketbikeshop.com
NannyTucket PO Box 1530 Nantucket, MA 02554 manager@nannytucket.net www.nannytucket.net
BEAUTY SALONS & SPA SERVICES cont. Massage Nantucket 5 Toombs Court Nantucket, MA 02554 nyfla@yahoo.com www.massagenantucket.com R.J. Miller Salon & Spa 6 Amelia Drive Nantucket, MA 02554 nellieogara@comcast.net www.rjmillersalons.com
561-309-6318
Lemberg, Son & Daughter 53 Pochick Avenue Nantucket, MA 02554 508-228-3446 YR WF
SERVICES & TRANSPORTATION
NAIL CARE The Boutique/ On Glaze 8 West Creek Road Nantucket, MA 02554 nailedman@aol.com www.nantucketlinens.com
BOOKKEEPERS 508-825-7730 YR
508-228-5400
CARPENTERS/BUILDERS/CONTRACTORS Bladerunner’s Construction, Inc. 2 Greglen Avenue, PMB 195 508-901-1242 Nantucket, MA 02554 bladerunnersconstruction@gmail.com CARPEntry DM, Inc. 45 Old South Road PO Box 3357 Nantucket, MA 02584 donack@comcast.net Christopher B. Lewis, Fine Custom Building, Inc. 4 Evergreen Way PO Box 2126 Nantucket, MA 02584 ackfcb@yahoo.com CMC Construction, LLC 22 Appleton Road PO Box 337 Nantucket, MA 02554 justbuiltbetter@aol.com www.justbuiltbetter.com
508-228-4198 YR
Island Carpet, Inc. 82A Old South Road Nantucket, MA 02554 islandcarpet@comcast.net Marine Home Center 134 Orange Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@marinehomecenter.com www.marinehomecenter.com
508-228-7876 YR Pg. 187 508-228-0900 W YR
CHIROPRACTORS
BOTTLED WATER DELIVERY Nantucket Pure 1 Freedom Square Nantucket, MA 02554 acktate@yahoo.com nantucketpure.com
Lindsay, Inc. 5 Old South Road PO Box 1280 Nantucket, MA 02554 lindsayinc@comcast.net
508-228-4820 YR
CARPETING/FLOORING SERVICES 508-228-NAIL W YR
Organic Hair Salon & Nail Spa 19A Surfside Road 508-228-5008 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR organichairsalon@gmail.com www.organichairsalonandnailspa.com/
Jill Yeagy Bookkeeping 3 Ariel Drive Nantucket, MA 02554 jill@jillyeagybookkeeping.com www.jillyeagybookkeeping.com
Hehir Group Custom Builders, Inc. 13 Young’s Way 508-228-6165 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR hehirbuilders@hehirgroup.com www.hehirgroup.com
Pg. 200 508-325-2962 W YR WF
Mulcahy Family Chiropractic 16B Amelia Drive Nantucket, MA 02554 powerison@verizon.net www.mulcahychiropractic.com
508-228-2200 W YR
Nantucket Family Chiropractic Drs. Levin & Burke 508-325-4777 4 Bartlett Road YR Nantucket, MA 02554 nanchiro@comcast.net
CHURCHES Christian Science Society, Nantucket 2 Madaket Road 508-325-5540 PO Box 735 W YR Nantucket, MA 02554 terryannevigil@gmail.com www.csnantucket.com Congregation Shirat HaYam PO Box 1145 Nantucket, MA 02554 shayam@comcast.net www.shirathayamnantucket.org
508-228-6588 YR
508-325-7707 YR
First Congregational Church 62 Centre Street PO Box 866 Nantucket, MA 02554 fcc@nantucket.net www.nantucketfcc.org
508-332-4757
Nantucket Historical Association/ Pg. 109 Quaker Meeting House 508-228-1894 7 Fair Street W YR PO Box 1016 Nantucket, MA 02554 ask@nha.org www.nha.org
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508-228-0950 W YR
Second Congregational Meeting House Society, Unitarian Universalist 11 Orange Street 508-228-5466 PO Box 1023 W YR Nantucket, MA 02554 uuchurchnantucket@verizon.net www.unitarianchurchnantucket.org
WINDOW CLEANING
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 20 Fair Street 508-228-0916 PO Box 278 W YR Nantucket, MA 02554 office@stpaulschurchnantucket.org www.stpaulschurchnantucket.org
WOODEN GUTTER CLEANING & OILING
ACKtive Cleaning 138 Old South Road PO Box 3171 Nantucket, MA 02554 acktive.cleaning@gmail.com www.acktivecleaning.com Pioneer Cleaning, Inc. 24 Amelia Drive Nantucket, MA 02554 rhalik@comcast.net www.pioneercleaningpro.com
508-325-7800 YR
COMPUTER CONSULTING & SERVICE 508-292-5502 YR
508-228-8887 YR
White Glove Services of Nantucket 2 Greglen Avenue, PMB 110 508-292-1800 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR whitegloveservicesnantucket@yahoo.com www.whitegloveservicesnantucket.com CARPET CLEANING Pioneer Carpet Cleaning, Inc. 24 Amelia Drive 508-228-8887 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR rhalik@comcast.net www.pioneercleaningpro.com SERVPRO of Nantucket 5 Sun Island Road 508-325-4911 PO Box 307 Nantucket, MA 02554 brussell@servprouppercapeandislands.com www.servprouppercapeandislands.com CEDAR ROOF CLEANING Extra Clean, Inc. PO Box 2081 Nantucket, MA 02584 michael@extracleaninc.com www.extracleaninc.com
Extra Clean, Inc. PO Box 2081 Nantucket, MA 02584 michael@extracleaninc.com www.extracleaninc.com
508-325-7800 YR
508-325-7800 YR
DUCT CLEANING SERVPRO of Nantucket 5 Sun Island Road 508-325-4911 PO Box 307 Nantucket, MA 02554 brussell@servprouppercapeandislands.com www.servprouppercapeandislands.com
Computer Solutions Pg. 151 35 Old South Road 508-228-8112 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR info@nantucketcomputersolutions.com www.nantucketcomputersolutions.com
CONCRETE SERVICES P & M Reis Trucking, Inc. 10 Industry Road PO Box 113 Nantucket, MA 02554 reistrucking@verizon.net www.reistrucking.net
Pg. 188 508-228-0998 W YR
CONSULTING SERVICES Ameriprise Financial Services 220 Forbes Road, Suite 302 781-618-4803 Braintree, MA 02184 YR mark.s.cohen@ampf.com www.ameripriseadvisors.com/mark.s.cohen Egan Group, Inc. 23 Cato Lane Nantucket, MA 02554 marsha@marshaegan.com www.inboxdetox.com
610-777-3795 877-749-4036
Great Point Research LLC 13 North Water Street 508-228-4796 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR mmacnab@greatpointresearch.com Jean Grimmer Associates LLC 2 Greglen Avenue, PMB 112 508-825-5058 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR jeangrimmerassociatesllc@gmail.com Nantucket Allies 2 Greglen Avenue, PMB 295 Nantucket, MA 02554 dorothy@nantucketallies.com www.nantucketallies.com
508-901-9625 YR
Social Bridge Consulting PO Box 3247 508-367-1976 Nantucket, MA 02554 jason@socialbridgeconsulting.com www.socialbridgeconsulting.com
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CLEANING SERVICES
Extra Clean, Inc. PO Box 2081 Nantucket, MA 02584 michael@extracleaninc.com www.extracleaninc.com
CREDIT CARD SERVICES American Express 200 Vesey Street New York, NY 10285 susan.j.evers@aexp.com www.americanexpress.com
SERVICES & TRANSPORTATION
Pay It Forward Worldwide 16 1/2 Federal Street Nantucket, MA 02554 winwin@pifw.org www.pifw.org Sage Payment Solutions 57 Meadow View Drive Nantucket, MA 02554 egoddard@sagepays.com www.sagepayments.com
800-528-5200 YR
888-PIFW-ORG YR
Nantucket Lighthouse School 1 Rugged Road 508-228-0427 Nantucket, MA 02554 W YR info@nantucketlighthouseschool.org www.nantucketlighthouseschool.org
508-517-3472 YR
Nantucket New School 15 Nobadeer Farm Road Nantucket, MA 02554 lraimo@nantucketnewschool.org www.nantucketnewschool.org
CUSTOM WOODWORK CARPEntry DM, Inc. 45 Old South Road PO Box 3357 Nantucket, MA 02584 donack@comcast.net
Pg. 200 508-325-2962 W YR WF
DENTISTS Jessica N. Torre DDS, PC 43 Old South Road Nantucket, MA 02554 info@oldsouthdental.com www.oldsouthdental.com
508-228-2699 W YR
EDUCATION Montessori Children’s House of Nantucket, Inc. 7 Pheasant Drive PO Box 2121 Nantucket, MA 02584 children@nantucket.net www.mchnantucket.org
508-228-5454
Nantucket Community School Pg. 95 Adult Education/ESOL/Professional Certifications 10 Surfside Road 508-228-7285 X 1162 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR waddingtonc@nps.k12.ma.us www.nantucketcommunityschool.org Nantucket Education Trust 10 Old South Road Nantucket, MA 02554 waddingtonc@nps.k12.ma.us www.nantucketeducationtrust.org
Nantucket Island School of Design & the Arts Teachers Institute 508-228-9248 PDPs or College Credit W YR 23 Wauwinet Road / PO Box 958 Nantucket, MA 02554 nisdaartsnantucket@nisda.org www.nisda.org
508-228-7285
Nantucket Historical Association/ Pg. 109 1800 House Classes 508-228-7785 4 Mill Street W YR PO Box 1016 Nantucket, MA 02554 ask@nha.org www.nha.org/1800house
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Nantucket Public Schools 10 Surfside Road Nantucket, MA 02554 cozortm@nps.k12.ma.us www.npsk.org
508-228-8569 W YR
508-228-7285 YR
NCMC/Nantucket Community Music Center 56 Centre Street 508-228-3352 PO Box 1352 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketmusiccenter.org www.nantucketcommunitymusiccenter.org Small Friends on Nantucket, Inc. PO Box 2826 508-228-6769 Nantucket, MA 02584 W YR lburnett@smallfriendsnantucket.org www.smallfriendsnantucket.org ADVENTURE SCHOOL Strong Wings 9 Nobadeer Farm Road PO Box 2884 Nantucket, MA 02584 explore@strongwings.org www.strongwings.org
508-228-1769 W YR
ELDERLY & DISABLED TRANSPORTATION Your Island Ride (Year Round) 3 East Chestnut Street 508-325-7516 (also TTY) Nantucket, MA 02554 W YR yir@nantucket ma.gov www.nrtawave.com
ELECTRICIANS JZ Electric, Inc. 12 Nobadeer Way Nantucket, MA 02554 j.zadroga@comcast.net www.jzelectric.com
508-325-4004 YR
EMPLOYMENT SERVICES CIEE: Council on International Educational Exchange 207-553-4021 300 Fore Street YR Portland, ME 04101 jhibbard@ciee.org www.ciee.org/hire
Peak Season Workforce 64 Blue Spruce Way Mashpee, MA 02649 jane@peakseasonworkforce.com www.peakseasonworkforce.com
508-292-3536 YR
GROUP TRANSPORTATION
ENGINEERS Coastal Engineering Co., Inc. 9 Amelia Drive 774-768-0120 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR info@coastalengineeringcompany.com www.coastalengineeringcompany.com 508-228-0240 YR
Stover Engineering & Construction 7 Macy Lane - Unit A1 508-325-0204 PO Box 209 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 sea@stoverengineering.com www.stoverengineering.com
EXCAVATION SERVICES P & M Reis Trucking, Inc. 10 Industry Road PO Box 113 Nantucket, MA 02554 reistrucking@verizon.net www.reistrucking.net
Pg. 188 508-228-0998 W YR
FERRY SERVICES Freedom Cruise Line 702 Main Street, Rte. 28 Harwich Port, MA 02646 freedom@cape.com www.nantucketislandferry.com Hy-Line Cruises Straight Wharf Nantucket, MA 02554 betsy@hylinecruises.com www.hylinecruises.com
508-432-8999 W
Pg. 3 508-228-3949 YR
Barrett’s Tours 21 Somerset Road Nantucket, MA 02554 barretts02554@yahoo.com
Pg. 89 508-228-0174
Cranberry Transportation Services Pg. 201 PO Box 3122 508-825-9793 Nantucket, MA 02584 YR cranberrytransportation@hotmail.com www.cranberrytransportation.com
HARDWARE & BUILDING SUPPLIES Island Lumber Company, Inc. 1 Polpis Road 508-228-2600 PO Box 716 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 johndooley@islandlumber.net www.islandlumber.net Marine Home Center 134 Orange Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@marinehomecenter.com www.marinehomecenter.com
Pg. 187 508-228-0900 W YR
HOME HEALTH CARE Nantucket Home Health Care, Inc. 9 Evergreen Way 508-221-0871 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR WF nantuckethomehealthcare@gmail.com www.nantuckethomehealthcare.com
HOME REPAIR/MAINTENANCE
Woods Hole, MV & Nantucket IFC Steamship Authority 508-477-8600 PO Box 284 800-352-7144 Woods Hole, MA 02543 W YR WF kmchugh@steamshipauthority.com www.steamshipauthority.com
FINANCIAL SERVICES
Main Street Financial Group 4 North Water Street Nantucket, MA 02554 jpronovost@msfgllc.com
Ara’s Tours, Private Charters & Transportation 508-228-1951 P O Box 734 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 moreinfo@arastours.com www.arastours.com
Pg. 199 508-228-1189
Nantucket Home Works, LLC PO Box 64 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantuckethomeworks.com www.nantuckethomeworks.com
508-685-5355 YR
HOME THEATER SYSTEMS Nantucket Media Systems 30 Young’s Way Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketmediasystems.com www.nantucketmediasystems.com
GRAPHIC DESIGN
HOSPITALS
Eleventh Hour Design ehdesign@verizon.net 508-728-0049 www.11th-hour-design.com YR
Nantucket Cottage Hospital 57 Prospect Street Nantucket, MA 02554 jbowen4@partners.org www.nantuckethospital.org
508-325-5472 YR
Pgs. 95, 198 508-825-8100 W YR
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Nantucket Surveyors, LLC 5 Windy Way PO Box 3627 Nantucket, MA 02554 www.nantucketsurveyors.com
Polpis Harbor Press Nantucket, MA 02554 508-332-0098 jeancawley@polpisharborpress.com YR www.polpisharborpress.com
HUMAN SERVICES A Safe Place, Inc. 5B Windy Way Nantucket, MA 02554 info@asafeplacenantucket.org www.asafeplacenantucket.org
SERVICES & TRANSPORTATION
access nantucket 35 Old South Road Nantucket, MA 02554 info@accessnantucket.org www.accessnantucket.org
508-228-0561 W YR
ELDER SERVICES 508-228-3955 W YR
Alliance for Substance Abuse Prevention, Inc. 508-228-2689 PO Box 2102 YR Nantucket, MA 02584 nantucket.ma@ncadd.org www.asapnantucket.org American Red Cross- Cape Cod & Islands Chapter 508-775-1540 286 South Street 866-762-1928 Hyannis, MA 02601 YR info@cciredcross.org www.capecodand islandsredcross.org Family & Children’s Services of Nantucket County 20 Vesper Lane, L 1 Nantucket, MA 02554 nbhs02554@yahoo.com
508-228-2689 W YR
Nantucket Visiting Nurses Association Nantucket Cottage Hospital 508-825-8300 57 Prospect Street YR Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketvna.org www.nantucketvna.org Palliative & Supportive Care of Nantucket Foundation (formerly Hospice Care) 57 Prospect Street Nantucket, MA 02554 pascon@partners.org www.pascon.org Quality of Life Counseling 14 Easy Street PO Box 2667 Nantucket, MA 02584 pfsnow@comcast.net www.qualityoflifecounseling.com
Nantucket Community School Pg. 95 After School Care & Early Childhood Center 10 Surfside Road 508-228-7285 X1162 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR waddingtonc@nps.k12.ma.us www.nantucketcommunityschool.org
508-825-8325 W YR
508-228-1122 YR
CHILDREN’S SERVICES Mentoring Youth Nantucket 4 North Water Street 508-325-6423 PO Box 2653 Nantucket, MA 02584 dzieff@mentoringyouthnantucket.org www.mentoringyouthnantucket.org Nantucket Boys & Girls Club 61 Sparks Avenue 508-228-0158 PO Box 269 W YR Nantucket, MA 02554 phyllis@nantucketboysandgirlsclub.org www.nantucketboysandgirlsclub.org 176 • 2014 Official Guide to Nantucket
The Homestead of Nantucket 115 Main Street 508-228-1135 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR homestead115@comcast.net www.thehomesteadofnantucket.com Nantucket Center for Elder Affairs, Inc. Saltmarsh Center 508-228-4490 81 Washington Street Extension YR Nantucket, MA 02554 barry.rector@verizon.net Sherburne Commons Residences, LLC 40 Sherburne Commons 508-228-4080 Nantucket, MA 02554 W YR cgifford@sherburnecommons.org www.sherburnecommons.org SPECIAL NEEDS Nantucket S.T.A.R. Program PO Box 3423 Nantucket, MA 02584 tinas@nantucketstar.com www.nantucketstar.com
508-325-5276 W YR
HVAC SERVICES Even Flow Ducted Air, Inc. 12D Amelia Drive PO Box 1641 Nantucket, MA 02554 evenflownantucket@yahoo.com
508-228-0048 YR
Harold R. Whelden Heating & Refrigeration, Inc. 508-228-0920 14 Baltimore Street YR Nantucket, MA 02554 harold@ackhvac.com www.ackhvac.com
INSURANCE AGENCIES Albert G. Brock Company, Inc. 53 Main Street 508-228-0104 PO Box 1500 877-242-7625 Nantucket, MA 02554 W YR info@agbrock.com www.agbrock.com Congdon & Coleman Insurance Agency, Inc. 508-228-0344 57 Main Street 800-425-0344 PO Box 1199 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 congdon@congdonandcolemaninsurance.com www.congdonandcolemaninsurance.com Nantucket Insurance Agency, Inc. 7 Bayberry Court, Unit C 508-228-5050 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR nan@ackinsure.com www.nantucketinsuranceagency.com
INTERIOR DESIGN belongings 226 East 79th Street New York, NY 10021 info@belongings.com www.belongings.com Donna Elle Seaside Living 9 Nobska Way Nantucket, MA 02554 donna@donnaelle.com www.donnaelle.com
508-228-0677 800-719-1490 W
508-228-4561 YR
Pg. 187 508-228-0900 W YR
FABRICS Nantucket Sewing & Design 25-31 Main Street 508-228-3846 PO Box 99 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 cherylemery@hotmail.com www.nantucketsewinganddesign.com
Nantucket Chronicle PO Box 571 Nantucket, MA 02554 georgia@nantucketchronicle.com www.nantucketchronicle.com
Five Crows Landscaping Services 5 Eagle Lane 774-236-9554 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR five.crows@hotmail.com
508-257-6683
Pg. 199 508-228-1189
LAND SURVEYORS
WingWorks Landscape 81 Bartlett Road PO Box 2322 Nantucket, MA 02584 wingworks@comcast.net www.wingworkslandscape.com
508-325-0008 W YR
LIGHTING Nantucket LightScapes Custom Landscape Lighting Solid Copper & Brass Fixtures 29 Madaket Road Nantucket, MA 02554 tc@nantucketlightscapes.com www.nantucketlightscapes.com
508-221-7410 YR
ORGANIC 508-228-0240 YR
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE All Angles Landscape, Inc. 3 Bayberry Lane 2 Greglen Avenue, PMB 46 Nantucket, MA 02554 allangleslandscape@yahoo.com www.allangleslandscape.com
Pg. 200 508-228-9706 YR
Tom Hanlon Landscaping, Inc. 13 Old South Road 508-325-0949 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR hanlonlandscaping@gmail.com www.tomhanlonlandscaping.com
Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank Pg. 189 112 Pleasant Street 508-228-1255 & Zero Main Street W YR PO Box 2640 Nantucket, MA 02584 www.capecodfive.com
Nantucket Surveyors, LLC 5 Windy Way PO Box 3627 Nantucket, MA 02554 www.nantucketsurveyors.com
Deborah Wilson Garden Services LLC 37 Friendship Lane Nantucket, MA 02554 info@dlwgardenservices.com www.dlwgardenservices.com
508-228-1374
Pg. 110 508-228-1110 W YR WF
INVESTMENT SERVICES
Main Street Financial Group 4 North Water Street Nantucket, MA 02554 jpronovost@msfgllc.com
Champoux Landscaping, Inc. 4 Arrowhead Drive PO Box 3195 Nantucket, MA 02584 info@champouxlandscape.com www.champouxlandscaping.com
Pg. 198 508-221-7599
G.J. Smith Landscaping & Lawn Care 2 Greglen Avenue, PMB 468 508-325-8510 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR WF gjsmithinc@yahoo.com www.gjsmithinc.com
INTERNET SERVICES Nantucket Atheneum 1 India Street PO Box 808 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketatheneum.org www.nantucketatheneum.org
All Angles Landscape, Inc. 3 Bayberry Lane 2 Greglen Avenue, PMB 46 Nantucket, MA 02554 allangleslandscape@yahoo.com www.allangleslandscape.com
All Angles Landscape, Inc. 3 Bayberry Lane 2 Greglen Avenue, PMB 46 Nantucket, MA 02554 allangleslandscape@yahoo.com www.allangleslandscape.com
508-221-7599
508-221-7599
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Marine Home Center 134 Orange Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@marinehomecenter.com www.marinehomecenter.com
LANDSCAPING/GARDENING
WATER GARDENS Larry Cronin: Nantucket Water Gardens Designed & Built With Nature 508-228-9418 in Mind YR Waterfalls, Features, Earth Ponds, Koi, Lilies Nantucket, MA 02554 creekrun29@yahoo.com www.nantucketwatergardens.com
SERVICES & TRANSPORTATION
LAUNDRY/DRY CLEANING Holdgate’s Island Laundry, Inc. 4 Vesper Lane 508-228-0750 PO Box 869 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 hilinc2001@yahoo.com www.holdgatesislandlaundry.com
LIBRARIES Nantucket Atheneum 1 India Street PO Box 808 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketatheneum.org www.nantucketatheneum.org
Pg. 110 508-228-1110 W YR WF
Nantucket Historical Association Research Library 508-228-1655 7 Fair Street W YR PO Box 1016 Nantucket, MA 02554 curator@nha.org www.nha.org
LIMOUSINE SERVICE Cranberry Transportation Services Pg. 201 PO Box 3122 508-825-9793 Nantucket, MA 02584 YR cranberrytransportation@hotmail.com www.cranberrytransportation.com Highland Drivers 44 Union Street Nantucket, MA 02554 colleenack@hotmail.com www.highlanddrivers.com
508-228-9556
MAGAZINES
N, The Nantucket Magazine 17 North Beach Street Nantucket, MA 02554 editor@n-magazine.com www.n-magazine.com
Yesterday’s Island, Inc. PO Box 626 Nantucket, MA 02554 yi@nantucket.net www.nantucket.net
Pg. 209 508-228-9165 YR
508-228-9165 YR
MARKETING SERVICES DeMa Public Relations, Inc. 396 Main Street #3 Hyannis, MA 02601 bill@demapr.com www.demapr.com
508-790-0566 YR
MASONRY/BRICKWORK SERVICES WingWorks Landscape 81 Bartlett Road PO Box 2322 Nantucket, MA 02584 wingworks@comcast.net www.wingworkslandscape.com
508-325-0008 W YR
MASSAGE Authentic Body 35B Old South Road, Keypost Corner PO Box 5130 Nantucket, MA 02554 authenticbodytherapy@gmail.com www.authenticbodytherapy.com
508-332-3382 YR
MOLD INSPECTION & REMOVAL SERVPRO of Nantucket 5 Sun Island Road 508-325-4911 PO Box 307 Nantucket, MA 02554 brussell@servprouppercapeandislands.com www.servprouppercapeandislands.com
MORTGAGES
Island Buggies Auto Rental, LLC 41 Old South Road 508-680-1063 Nantucket, MA 02554 W islandbuggies@gmail.com www.islandbuggies.com
Cape Cod Life Publications 13 Steeple Street, Ste. 204 PO Box 1439 Mashpee, MA 02649 stevedewey@capecodlife.com www.capecodlife.com
Nantucket.net PO Box 626 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucket.net www.nantucket.net
508-419-7381 800-645-4482 YR
508-228-1515 W YR
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Bank of America Home Loans Erica Gabala 616-723-6444 15 Sparks Avenue YR Nantucket, MA 02554 erica.gabala@bankofamerica.com http://mortgage.bankofamerica.com/ericagabala Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank Pg. 189 112 Pleasant Street & 508-228-1255 Zero Main Street W YR PO Box 2640 Nantucket, MA 02584 www.capecodfive.com Washington Trust Mortgage Company Paul A. Piccirillo 508-228-9077 Nantucket, MA 02554 papiccirillo@washtrust.com www.privatemortgagebanking.us
NEWSPAPERS Inquirer & Mirror 1 Old South Road PO Box 1198 Nantucket, MA 02554 newsroom@inkym.com www.ack.net
508-228-0001 800-696-4659 YR
NURSING
OIL HEAT SERVICES/DELIVERY Harbor Fuel Oil Corporation 10R Airport Road PO Box 1400 Nantucket, MA 02554 harfuel@nantucket.net www.harborfuel.com Sun Island Fuel 5 Sun Island Road PO Box 2240 Nantucket, MA 02554 sunisland@comcast.net
508-228-2411 W YR
508-325-0776 800-622-1300 YR
OPTOMETRISTS ACK Eye 13 Old South Road Nantucket, MA 02554 info@ackeye.com www.ackeye.com
508-228-0844 YR
PAINTING Maurer Painting Co. 5 Eagle Lane Nantucket, MA 02554 leomaurer@hotmail.com Peter Bell Painting 4 Maclean Lane Nantucket, MA 02554 peterbell8@yahoo.com
774-236-9557
508-325-4621 YR
Seven Hills on Nantucket Pg. 160 2 Greglen Avenue, PMB 134 508-332-0600 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR sevenhillsonnantaucket@gmail.com
PERMITTING & TITLE RESEARCH Permits Plus, Inc. PO Box 3363 Nantucket, MA 02584 permits@comcast.net
508-228-6913 YR
PETS - ANIMAL CARE Nantucket Safe Harbor for Animals 11 Crooked Lane, side entrance 508-825-2287 PO Box 2844 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 nantucketsha@gmail.com www.nantucketsafeharborforanimals.org
508-228-1491 W YR
PHOTO PROCESSING The Camera Shop - Nantucket 49 Sparks Avenue, Unit #3 508-228-0101 PO Box 731 W YR Nantucket, MA 02554 nantucketcamera@comcast.net www.nantucketcamera.com
PHOTOGRAPHERS Cary Hazlegrove Photography Pg. 197 PO Box 442 508-257-9691 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR cary@hazlegrove.com www.hazlegrove.com CoeCreate Design Agency 17 North Beach Street Nantucket, MA 02554 nathancoe@mac.com www.coecreate.com Jordi Cabré Photography PO Box 211 Nantucket, MA 02554 jordi@jordicabre.com www.jordicabre.com Katie Kaizer Photography 8 North Beach Street Nantucket, MA 02554 katiekaizer@mac.com www.katiekaizerphotography.com
508-680-4143
YR
508-332-9091 YR
Kinsley Hancock Photography/ Nantucketpix.com 21 Skyline Drive 508-228-2710 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR info@kinsleyhancock.com www.kinsleyhancock.com Mike Boylan, Inc. 2 Windy Way Nantucket, MA 02554 miketfb@aol.com
Pg. 191 508-221-3484 YR
Nantucket Event Media, Inc. - Lisa Frey Photography/Videography 508-901-1557 2 Greglen Avenue, PMB 77 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketeventmedia.com www.nantucketeventmedia.com Nantucket Photo Art 47 Goldfinch Drive Nantucket, MA 02554 garthphotography@comcast.net www.nantucketphotoart.com Ron Lynch Photo, Inc. 10 Golfview Drive Nantucket, MA 02554 ron@rlynch.com www.rlynch.com
508-228-8028 YR
Pg. 210 508-325-4433 YR
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Nantucket Visiting Nurses Association Nantucket Cottage Hospital 508-825-8300 57 Prospect Street YR Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketvna.org www.nantucketvna.org
Offshore Animal Hospital 11 Crooked Lane Nantucket, MA 02554 offshore@animalhospital.com www.offshoreanimalhospital.com
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PRINTERS
Runaway Bride Nantucket 5 Brinda Lane 508-901-3025 Nantucket, MA 02554 jonathan@runawaybridenantucket.com www.runawaybridenantucket.com
Recycled Paper Printing, Inc. 12 Channel Street, Suite 603 Boston, MA 02210 todd@recycledpaper.com www.recycledpaper.com
Stock Nantucket PO Box 600 Siasconset, MA 02564
The UPS Store 2 Windy Way off Surfside Road Nantucket, MA 02554 store5207@theupsstore.com www.theupsstorelocal.com/5207
508-257-4136 YR
Terry Pommett Photography/ Pg. 194 Videography 508-228-5471 46 Dukes Road YR PO Box 1281 Nantucket, MA 02554 terry@pommettphotography.com www.pommettphotography.com Zofia Photography 28 Centre Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@zofiaphoto.com www.zofiaphoto.com
508-221-4693 YR
PHYSICAL THERAPY Manning Associates Physical Therapy, LLC 16D Macy’s Lane 508-228-8122 PO Box 2975 YR Nantucket, MA 02584 jmanning02564@yahoo.com
PICTURE FRAMING Frame Center of Nantucket, Inc. 2 Mary Ann Drive 508-228-1550 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR islandframer@gmail.com www.frame-center.com Nantucket Frameworks 37 Old South Road #14 Nantucket, MA 02554 blake@nantucketframeworks.com www.nantucketframeworks.com
508-228-2904 YR
PLUMBING & HEATING SERVICES Liffey Plumbing, Inc. 9 Evergreen Way Nantucket, MA 02554 maurdan@comcast.net W. B. Marden Company 2 Milk Street Nantucket, MA 02554
508-221-2564 YR WF
508-228-0223 YR
POWER WASHING Extra Clean, Inc. PO Box 2081 Nantucket, MA 02584 michael@extracleaninc.com www.extracleaninc.com Pioneer Cleaning, Inc. 24 Amelia Drive Nantucket, MA 02554 rhalik@comcast.net www.pioneercleaningpro.com
508-325-7800 YR
508-228-8887 YR
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617-737-9911 800-886-9901 W YR Pg. 185 508-325-8884 YR
PROPANE SERVICES/DELIVERY Island Gas, Inc. 5C Hanabea Lane Nantucket, MA 02554 info@islandgasnantucket.com www.islandgasnantucket.com Nantucket Energy Corp., LLC 8B Amelia Drive Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketenergy.com www.nantucketenergy.com Yates Gas 20 Arrowhead Drive PO Box 2550 Nantucket, MA 02584 www.yatesgas.com
508-228-2226 YR
508-228-6240 W YR
508-228-0725 YR
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT/ CARETAKING SERVICES Nantucket Home Works, LLC PO Box 64 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantuckethomeworks.com www.nantuckethomeworks.com
508-685-5355 YR
Welch & Associates Inc. Realty Group PO Box 3777 508-228-7777 Nantucket, MA 02584 W YR service@welch associates.com White Glove Services of Nantucket 2 Greglen Avenue, PMB 110 508-292-1800 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR whitegloveservicesnantucket@yahoo.com www.whitegloveservicesnantucket.com
PUBLIC TRANSIT N.R.T.A. - The WAVE 3 East Chestnut Street Nantucket, MA 02554 nrta@nantucket-ma.gov www.nrtawave.com
508-228-7025 W
RADIO STATIONS Nantucket Radio - 97.7 ACK FM Pg. 98 19 Old South Road 508-228-9770 Nantucket, MA 02584 info@ackfm.com www.ackfm.com
WCAI/WNAN 91.1 FM 3 Water Street PO Box 82 Woods Hole, MA 02543 mindy_todd@wgbh.org www.capeandislands.org
508-548-9600 866-999-4626 W YR
REFRIGERATION CONTRACTORS Homer Ray Refrigeration 20 Amelia Drive Nantucket, MA 02554 hrrefrigeration@comcast.net
508-325-4357 YR
RENTAL EQUIPMENT
Tugboat Tim’s, Inc. 45 Old South Road Nantucket, MA 02554 capt.reinemo@yahoo.com www.tugboattims.com
508-228-8500 W YR
WATER & FIRE DAMAGE SERVPRO of Nantucket 5 Sun Island Road 508-325-4911 PO Box 307 Nantucket, MA 02554 brussell@servprouppercapeandislands.com www.servprouppercapeandislands.com
RUBBISH REMOVAL Pg. 188 508-228-0998 W YR
Santos Rubbish Removal, Inc. 8 Square Rigger Road 508-228-4395 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR santosru@nantucket.net
SCHEDULED BUS SERVICE Plymouth Brockton Street Railway Co. Pg. 193 Hyannis Transportation Center 508-746-0378 215 Iyannough Road W YR Hyannis, MA 02601 info@p-b.com www.p-b.com
SCREENPRINTING/EMBROIDERY E-S Sports Corp. 47 Jackson Street Holyoke, MA 01040 fsuher@essports.com www.essports.com
413-534-5634 YR
SHIPPING Nantucket Parcel Plus, Inc. 2 Greglen Avenue Nantucket, MA 02554 printer@nantucketparcelplus.com www.nantucketparcelplus.com
DELIVERY/FREIGHT SERVICES Cape & Islands Air Freight 149 Old South Road Nantucket, MA 02554 arodriguez@islandair.net www.islandair.net/freight Cape Cod Express, Inc. 12 Kelly Road Nantucket, MA 02554 info@capecodexp.com www.capecodexp.com
508-337-3346 800-248-7779 W YR
508-228-2469 800-642-7539 X 105 YR
Nantucket Air Freight Delivery Service PO Box 3122 508-228-4807 Nantucket, MA 02584 YR
RESTORATION
P & M Reis Trucking, Inc. 10 Industry Road PO Box 113 Nantucket, MA 02554 reistrucking@verizon.net www.reistrucking.net
Pg. 185 508-325-8884 YR
Sun Island Delivery 5 Sun Island Road PO Box 2240 Nantucket, MA 02584 sunisland@comcast.net
Pg. 201 508-228-3950 800-622-1300 YR
SIGNS/QUARTERBOARDS Marine Home Center 134 Orange Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@marinehomecenter.com www.marinehomecenter.com
Pg. 187 508-228-0900 W YR
Nantucket Carving & Folk Art, Inc. Pg. 110 167 Orange Street 508-325-7463 PO Box 2375 W YR Nantucket, MA 02584 jean@nantucketcarvingandfolkart.com www.nantucketcarvingandfolkart.com Sign Here Nantucket 11 Ramos Court Nantucket, MA 02554 signherenantucket@yahoo.com www.signherenantucket.com
508-325-7888 YR
STORAGE FACILITIES Nantucket Storage Center 6 Sun Island Road Nantucket, MA 02554 nantucket@essa1.com www.nantucketstorage.com
Pg. 186 508-228-2587 W
Sun Island Storage & Delivery Pg. 201 5 Sun Island Road 508-228-3950 PO Box 2240 800-622-1300 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR sunisland@comcast.net
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BOAT & FISHING GEAR
The UPS Store 2 Windy Way off Surfside Road Nantucket, MA 02554 store5207@theupsstore.com www.theupsstorelocal.com/5207
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STORAGE FACILITIES cont.
VIDEOGRAPHY
Turnkey Storage Solutions 2 Greglen Avenue, PMB 468 508-325-9900 Nantucket, MA 02554 turnkeystoragesolutions@gmail.com www.turnkeystoragesolutions.com
Border Free Productions 10 Golfview Drive 508-524-5589 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR kristen@borderfreeproductions.com www.borderfreeproductions.com
TAX PREPARATION
GenoTV - Channel 99 PO Box 1042 Nantucket, MA 02554 geno@genotv.com www.genotv.com
NGG Tax Group 704 Washington Street PO Box 214 South Easton, MA 02375 ngreen.ea@gmail.com www.nggtaxgroup.com
508-205-9344 YR
TAXIS All Point Taxi & Tours PO Box 3122 Nantucket, MA 02584 R & R Taxi 5 Fairgrounds Road Nantucket, MA 02554 garnetgirljan@comcast.net www.valsonwheels.com Val’s Cab 5 Fairgrounds Road Nantucket, MA 02554 garnetgirljan@comcast.net www.valsonwheels.com
508-228-5779 YR 508-228-9410 W YR
Pg. 93 508-228-9410 W YR
TELEVISION STATIONS GenoTV - Channel 99 PO Box 1042 Nantucket, MA 02554 geno@genotv.com www.genotv.com
508-825-8817 YR
Nantucket Community Television, Inc. 15 North Beach Street 508-228-1016 Nantucket, MA 02554 www.nantucketcommunitytelevision.org
TRAVEL AGENCIES Swain’s Travel, Inc. 35 Old South Road Nantucket, MA 02554 travel@nantucket.net www.swainstravel.com
508-228-3201 YR
Nantucket Event Media, Inc. - Lisa Frey Photography/Videography 508-901-1557 2 Greglen Avenue, PMB 77 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketeventmedia.com www.nantucketeventmedia.com
VISITOR GUIDES Cape Cod & Islands Pridepages PO Box 929 508-789-7047 Brewster, MA 02631 YR info@pridepagescapecod.com www.pridepagescapecod.com Mahon About Town PO Box 929 Nantucket, MA 02554 genemahon@comcast.net www.mahonabouttown.com Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce Zero Main Street, 2nd Floor Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketchamber.org www.nantucketchamber.org Nantucket Visitor Services 25 Federal Street Nantucket, MA 02554 visitorinfo@nantucket-ma.gov www.nantucket-ma.gov/visitor Nantucket.net PO Box 626 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucket.net www.nantucket.net
508-228-1016 YR
Pgs. 95, 102, 105 111, 124, 151, 165 200, 212, 223 508-228-1700 YR
508-228-0925 YR
Pg. 209 508-228-6777 YR
WEB DESIGN
UTILITIES ELECTRIC National Grid 2 Windy Way, #374 Nantucket, MA 02554 customerservice@us.ngrid.com www.nationalgrid.com
508-825-8817 YR
508-325-8000 800-322-3223 YR
WATER Wannacomet Water Company 1 Milestone Road 508-228-0022 Nantucket, MA 02554 W YR info@wannacomet.org www.wannacomet.org 182 • 2014 Official Guide to Nantucket
WebLink International 3905 West Vincennes Road, Suite 210 Indianapolis, IN 46268 info@weblinkinternational.com www.weblinkinternational.com
317-872-3909 877-237-4970 877-231-4970
WEBSITE DESIGN & HOSTING Nantucket.net PO Box 626 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucket.net www.nantucket.net
508-228-9165 YR
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WINDMILL JEEPS
SERVICES & TRANSPORTATION
CARS
AUTO RENTAL at the
Nantucket Memorial Airport
WE’LL GIVE YOU: • A clean new vehicle • Low rates and free mileage • Prompt courteous service
Box 1057 Nantucket, MA 02554
WE’RE AT THE AIRPORT – WE’LL MEET THE BOAT! wmill508@aol.com www.nantucketautorental.com 184 • 2014 Official Guide to Nantucket
508-228-1227 800-228-1227
gifts & home décor
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Helping Dynamic Organizations Succeed For almost 20 years, Schwartz Hannum PC has served as an invaluable ally to organizations looking to effect positive employee relations and resolve disputes. A nationally renowned managementside labor and employment law firm that works with Nantucket businesses in industries ranging from financial services to healthcare, we also provide guidance and advocacy to the Island’s distinguished educational and non-profit organizations. Our practice is characterized by responsiveness, confidence, creativity and candor, and our services are delivered by a team of fourteen seasoned professionals who have established the firm as a leading provider of thoughtful, result-oriented legal counsel. Schwartz Hannum’s growth and success reflects our long-standing commitment to help organizations address their employment-related challenges in a responsible and proactive manner.
Counseling • Litigation • Labor Relations • Training Immigration • Education • Compliance 11 Chestnut Street, Andover, Massachusetts 01810 shpc@shpclaw.com • 978.623.0900 • www.shpclaw.com
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Join the
Caravan
Now featuring our larger, more comfortable, air-conditioned Cessna Grand Caravans on the majority of flights. H o ur ly depar t ur es b et w e e n Hyannis and Nantucket • 15 m i nute fl i ght ti m e
(800) 248-7779 NANTUCKET’S COMMUNITY AIRLINE
islandair.net
ON-DEMAND AIR CHARTER
Beechcraft King Air 100 For over 20 years Ocean Wings has been Nantucket’s most trusted air charter. Now that we’re also based out of Westchester County Airport you can get that same great service in New York. With 24 hour, year-round availability, no destination is out of reach.
NANTUCKET (ACK) • NEW YORK (HPN) YEAR-ROUND SERVICE THROUGHOUT THE NORTHEAST
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flyoceanwings.com (800) 253-5039
SERVICES & TRANSPORTATION
Nantucket wedding and por trait photographer hazlegrove.com (508) 257-9691
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FIRST-CLASS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL WITH WORLD-CLASS PARTNERS SERVICES & TRANSPORTATION
Cardiology & Cardiac Rehab Dermatology Diagnostic Imaging Dialysis Emergency Services Endocrinology General Surgery Gastroenterology & Hepatology High-Tech Telemedicine Laboratory Laparoscopic Surgery Neurology Obstetrics & Gynecology Oncology Ophthalmology Orthopedic Surgery Otolaryngology & Audiology Pain Management Pediatrics Pharmacy Physical Therapy Primary Care Psychiatry & Mental Health Podiatry Pulmonary Medicine Rheumatology Sports Medicine ‘Swing Beds’ for Recovery
LOOKING FOR A PLACE TO STAY? Check for availability and rates by using the“find a room” feature at www.nantucketlodging.org
508-825-8100 57 Prospect Street NantucketHospital.org
Massachusetts General Hospital Affiliate
Nantucket Lodging Association P.O. Box 52, Nantucket MA 02554
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4 North Water Street, Nantucket, MA 02554 Phone: (860) 945-2633 Toll Free: 1-(877) 362-4678 485 Main Street, Watertown, CT 06795 Phone: (860) 945-2633 Toll Free: 1-(877) 362-4678 Fax: (860) 945-2630
MAIN STREET Financial Group, LLC
NANTUCKET
Web: www.msfgllc.com John S. Pronovost Email: jpronovost@msfgllc.com Susan Lazarus Email: slazarus @msfgllc.com
Main Street Financial Group, LLC, founded in 1989, is an independent full service financial services firm that works with individuals, corporations, and non-profit organizations on their investment planning needs including retirement analysis, portfolio review, asset allocation/risk assessment, and college planning. Securities offered through Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. a Broker/Dealer, Member FINRA/SPIC Investment Advisor Representative Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc. A Registered Investment Advisor Cambridge and Main Street Financial Group, LLC are not affiliated.
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The Rotary Club of Nantucket is focused on local and international programs addressing 4 focus areas: • Disease Prevention and Treatment • Maternal and Child Health • Water and Sanitation • Education and Literacy for all If you are a visiting Rotarian or are interested in becoming a Rotarian please join us for lunch or breakfast. Lunch: Noon • Every Wednesday, Faregrounds Restaurant Breakfast: 7AM, 2nd & 4th Tuesdays each month, Island Kitchen Service Above Self • www.nantucketrotary.org
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Nantucket Weddings & Functions
Its singular natural beauty has long made Nantucket a sought-after destination for weddings and vow renewals. Whether you envision a casual, plein-air seaside ceremony culminating in a celebratory clambake dinner, or something more formal – the “Grey Lady” offers an array of options to suit any lifestyle or preference. Nantucket is also a popular venue for business meetings and corporate retreats, providing all the amenities for a successful “off-site” getaway. Professional meeting assistance is readily available to make your corporate getaway both profitable and enjoyable.
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Wedding
from the Coast Guard is also required for a bridal photo shoot at Brant Point Lighthouse,
necessary elements to plan and orchestrate
one of the island’s most iconic locales.
your “dream” wedding. Planning is key, and it
The island’s remote location – and size –
is advised to begin as soon as possible. Ideally,
present inherent challenges which are easily
twelve months in advance is encouraged if
finessed with adequate preparation. Many
organizing a large event – particularly during
couples visit a year in advance of their special
June and September – when a flurry of
day to peruse venue and lodging options, as
weddings typically occur on the same day.
well as to meet with wedding planners and
To assist in your planning, a compact Travel
vendors. To assist in narrowing your search,
& Lodging brochure – ideal for sending with
the Accommodations section of this Guide
“Save the Date” mailings – is available from the
contains all Chamber-member lodging
Chamber of Commerce. Many couples reserve
establishments, categorized by type –
copies of the Official Chamber Guide – our
apartments, cottage and house rentals,
most comprehensive publication – to tuck into
guest houses, hostels, hotels, and inns /
their guests’ welcome baskets. For assistance
bed-and-breakfasts.
in navigating the details regarding marriage
Seasoned professionals eager to lend their
licensing and related legal requirements, a
expertise abound on-island: from caterers,
helpful information packet is available from the
florists, photographers, musicians and jewelers
Town Clerk’s office.
to beauty salons, tent and equipment rental
For your convenience, contact information
and transportation services. Many of these
for the island’s churches and worship centers
business owners have worked together over
is listed on page 31 of this Guide. If you choose
the years, and will insure that your wedding
to hold your wedding on a public beach or
is unforgettable. Their helpful insider “tips”
other public location, it is necessary to obtain a
will prove a valuable resource in streamlining
permit from the Selectmen’s Office. Permission
the planning of your wedding day. Peruse the www.nantucketchamber.org • 203
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Although small in size, Nantucket is a world-class resort destination, providing all the
©Katie Kaizer
A NANTUCKET
photos with the Brant Point Lighthouse as a signature backdrop... all reflect the matchless charm of a Nantucket wedding. Your guests – regardless of age – will delight in the variety of activities the island has to offer at any time of year. Walking tours – whether self-guided or with a knowledgeable leader – are an enjoyable way to learn about Nantucket’s storied past and take in a bit of exercise. Sightseeing tours with van operators providing historic commentary are available as well – for both large and small groups –
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©Kris Kinsley Hancock
and the island’s many and varied museums will please the history “buffs” in your party. For the sports enthusiast, opportunities are legion: miles of scenic paved bike paths, whale and seal watching cruises, fishing charters, health clubs, tennis, golf, sailing...even an ice skating rink! Of course, the many worldServices & Transportation section of the Guide,
class restaurants, one-of-a-kind shops and
which lists contact information and websites,
boutiques, art galleries and theatre available on
if applicable.
this faraway “spit of sand” will most certainly
Many brides and grooms choose to
not disappoint. Nor will the endless miles of
incorporate Nantucket’s rich heritage and
pristine beaches, which “call” to infants and
culture into their special day to create a unique
octogenarians alike!
and memorable touch. Flower girls toting
We hope that – armed with these invaluable
lightship baskets, a bouquet of brilliant blue
details – the Nantucket wedding you’ve always
hydrangeas carried by the bride, groomsmen
dreamed of is just a bit closer to reality!
©Katie Kaizer
clad in distinctive “Nantucket Reds”, bridal
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C O R P O R AT E
N
Getaways
antucket’s seclusion, as well as its pristine natural beauty and vibrant living history, make the island an ideal venue for successful meetings and corporate retreats. Many diverse groups travel here to experience this unique ambiance which fosters creativity and clarity of thought. Although Nantucket truly seems a “world away”, the island is easily accessible by both plane and ferry. Nantucket Airport is a ©Kris Kinsley Hancock
full-service facility – with direct routes from many major cities in the Northeast – and is the second-busiest airport in New England (Logan International being the busiest) during the months of July and August. Ferry services – traditional ferries carrying both automobiles and passengers (2 ¼ hour passage) and
temperate seaside climate – owing to its
one-hour high-speed passenger-only
proximity to the Gulf Stream – and its calming
catamarans – are available out of Hyannis.
ocean breezes encourage productivity and a
Schedules for both airlines and ferries appear
renewed sense of focus. At 26 miles out to sea,
on pages 13 and 14. On-island, transportation
you are truly “far from the madding crowd.”
is available via cabs, charter vans and buses,
An array of extraordinary facilities and
miles of paved bike paths, and a seasonal
activities – in addition to world-class lodging
public shuttle bus operated by the Nantucket
and dining establishments – provide the finest
Regional Transit Authority (NRTA). Only 14
amenities for your business meeting or
miles long and 3 ½ miles wide, Nantucket is
corporate getaway.
easy to explore by foot, bike or public
Professional meeting assistance and support services – with a distinct pride in stellar customer attention – abound. Nantucket’s
transportation. So, please leave your car at home! The historic downtown – where the majority
many meeting rooms are well-equipped with
of inns, hotels, shops and restaurants are
state-of-the-art AV equipment, catering
located – is easily traversed on foot, with
services, and provisions. Whether your
ferries conveniently docking at the lower end
meeting will be a small or large affair,
of Main Street.
participants are assured that their every need
Please refer to page 208 for a list of meeting/
will be graciously accommodated. For smaller
conference service venues. For further
groups, a wide variety of intimate inns and
information regarding these venues, or
bed-and-breakfasts provide an elegant yet
assistance in organizing a business function for
relaxed setting. If your group is somewhat
you and your associates, please contact the
larger, the island’s hotels and function rooms
Chamber of Commerce’s Public Relations and
offer grander meeting venues.
Marketing Department at 508-228-3643.
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Recharge, renew and relax. The island’s
MEMBERSHIP
Directory
AC = Air Conditioning W = Wheelchair Access
WF = WiFi YR = Open Year Round
BAKERS Nantucket Bake Shop 17 1/2 Old South Road PO Box 539 Nantucket, MA 02554 cookie@nantucketbakeshop.com www.nantucketbakeshop.com
CHILD CARE 508-228-2797
BEVERAGE CATERING
WEDDINGS & FUNCTIONS
Épernay Wine & Spirits 1 North Beach Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@epernaywines.com www.epernaywines.com
Pg. 124 508-228-2755 W AC
CATERERS & PRIVATE CHEFS A Taste of Nantucket/ Kimberly Reed Catering 19 Boynton Lane PO Box 2876 Nantucket, MA 02584 atasteofnantucket@comcast.net www.atasteofnantucket.com
508-228-9200 W YR
Exploration Station 135 Old South Road 508-221-0608 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR melaniehajjar@gmail.com www.explorationstationnantucket.com NannyTucket PO Box 1530 Nantucket, MA 02554 manager@nannytucket.net www.nannytucket.net
508-332-0951 YR
Nantucket Babysitters’ Service, Inc. 5C Windy Way 508-228-4970 PO Box 842 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 babysit@nantucketbabysitters.com www.nantucketbabysitters.com
EVENT PHOTOGRAPHY
Cary Hazlegrove Photography Pg. 197 PO Box 442 508-257-9691 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR cary@hazlegrove.com www.hazlegrove.com Fusion of Flavor Catering 31 Hooper Farm Road 508-325-6481 Katie Kaizer Photography Nantucket, MA 02554 YR 8 North Beach Street 508-332-9091 fusionofflavor@aol.com Nantucket, MA 02554 YR www.fusionofflavor.com katiekaizer@mac.com www.katiekaizerphotography.com Nantucket Clambake Co./ Susan M. Warner Catering 508-228-9283 Nantucket Event Media, Inc. - Lisa Frey 72 Skyline Drive YR Photography/Videography 508-901-1557 Nantucket, MA 02554 2 Greglen Avenue, PMB 77 YR nantucketclambake@comcast.net Nantucket, MA 02554 www.nantucketclambake.com info@nantucketeventmedia.com www.nantucketeventmedia.com Nantucket Lobster Trap 23 Washington Street 508-228-4200 Ron Lynch Photo, Inc. Pg. 210 PO Box 454 D 10 Golfview Drive 508-325-4433 Nantucket, MA 02554 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR ron@rlynch.com info@nantucketlobstertrap.com www.rlynch.com www.nantucketlobstertrap.com Nantucket’s On Island Chefs Pg. 124 PO Box 1258 610-457-8802 Nantucket, MA 02554 michael@onislandchefs.com www.onislandchefs.com
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Runaway Bride Nantucket 5 Brinda Lane 508-901-3025 Nantucket, MA 02554 jonathan@runawaybridenantucket.com www.runawaybridenantucket.com Terry Pommett Photography/ Pg. 194 Videography 508-228-5471 46 Dukes Road YR PO Box 1281 Nantucket, MA 02554 terry@pommettphotography.com www.pommettphotography.com
EVENT PLANNING A Taste of Nantucket/ Kimberly Reed Catering 19 Boynton Lane PO Box 2876 Nantucket, MA 02584 atasteofnantucket@comcast.net www.atasteofnantucket.com ACKtivities PO Box 2502 Nantucket, MA 02584 aisling@acktivities.com www.acktivities.com Best of Nantucket® 35 Old South Road Nantucket, MA 02554 bestofnantucket@hotmail.com www.bestofnantucket.net
FUNCTION ENTERTAINMENT 508-228-9200 W YR
508-228-6648 YR
508-228-1069 W YR
The Atlantics/Jeff Ross 60A Pochick Avenue Nantucket, MA 02554 jeffrey@nantucketmusic.com www.nantucketmusic.com Last Minute Productions 143 Hummock Pond Road Nantucket, MA 02554 lmpack@comcast.net NantucketMusic.com 60A Pochick Avenue Nantucket, MA 02554 jeffrey@nantucketmusic.com www.nantucketmusic.com
Nantucket Clambake Co./ Susan M. Warner Catering 72 Skyline Drive Nantucket, MA 02554 nantucketclambake@comcast.net www.nantucketclambake.com
Dune 20 Broad Street Nantucket, MA 02554 michaelg@dunenantucket.com www.dunenantucket.com
NXTevent, Inc. 60 K Street Boston, MA 02127 melinda@nxtevent.com www.nxtevent.com
508-325-4756
617-904-9058 YR
Perfect Nantucket Events/Judy’s Taxi 14 Newtown Road 508-265-3298 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR perfectnantucketevents@gmail.com www.facebook.com/pages/Perfect-NantucketEventsBilly-Voss-Production
FLORAL DESIGN Polpis Harbor Press Nantucket, MA 02554 508-332-0098 jeancawley@polpisharborpress.com YR www.polpisharborpress.com
508-228-2825 YR
508-228-9200 W YR
Pgs. 122, 212 508-228-5550 YR
Nantucket Dreamland Theater Pg. 108 17 South Water Street 508-332-4822 PO Box 989 YR Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketdreamland.org www.nantucketdreamland.org Nantucket Historical Association Whaling Museum & Historic Sites 15 Broad Street 508-228-1894, Ext. 131 PO Box 1016 W YR Nantucket, MA 02554 ask@nha.org www.nha.org Nantucket New School 15 Nobadeer Farm Road Nantucket, MA 02554 lraimo@nantucketnewschool.org www.nantucketnewschool.org Wade Cottages 35 Shell Street PO Box 211 Siasconset, MA 02564 seamail@wadecottages.com www.wadecottages.com The Wauwinet 120 Wauwinet Road PO Box 2580 Nantucket, MA 02584 wauwinet@niresorts.com www.wauwinet.com
508-228-8569 W YR
508-257-6308
Pg. 71 508-228-0145 800-426-8718 W WF AC
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A Taste of Nantucket/ Kimberly Reed Catering 19 Boynton Lane PO Box 2876 Nantucket, MA 02584 atasteofnantucket@comcast.net www.atasteofnantucket.com
Nantucket Island Events Maureen Maher PO Box 2488 Nantucket, MA 02584 info@nantucketislandevents.com www.nantucketislandevents.com
508-825-9762 YR
FUNCTION FACILITIES
Nantucket Catering Company Pg. 213 PO Box 2780 508-228-6281 Nantucket, MA 02584 YR ack5824@comcast.net www.nantucketcateringcompany.com 508-228-9283 YR
Pg. 212 508-228-2825 YR
FUNCTION FACILITIES cont. White Elephant 50 Easton Street PO Box 2580 Nantucket, MA 02584 whiteelephant@niresorts.com www.whiteelephanthotel.com
508-228-2500 800-445-6574 W WF AC
FUNCTION RENTALS FUNCTION TENTS Nantucket Tents PO Box 5244 Nantucket, MA 02554 kat@nantuckettents.com www.nantuckettents.com
Pg. 213 508-228-5645
WEDDINGS & FUNCTIONS
Aunt Leah’s Fudge 16 Straight Wharf PO Box 981 Nantucket, MA 02554 www.auntleahs.com
Pgs. 142, 213 508-228-1017 YR
Freedman’s of Nantucket 14 Centre Street Nantucket, MA 02554 dfreedman11@comcast.net
Pgs. 1, 211 508-228-3291 YR
Nantucket Beach Chair Company Pg. 146 24 Macys Lane 508-325-7793 Nantucket, MA 02554 877-325-7793 robert.nantucket@gmail.com YR www.nantucketbeachchair.com
Something Natural 50 Cliff Road Nantucket, MA 02554 snatural@nantucket.net www.somethingnatural.com
Map and App Company 65 Surfside Road Nantucket, MA 02554 hansi@nantucket.net www.mapandappcompany.com
Nantucket Buzz 29 Sesapana Road Nantucket, MA 02554 nantucketbuzz@gmail.com www.ackbuzz.com
203 981 5332 YR
Nantucketweddings.com Pg. 209 PO Box 626 508-228-6777 X 101 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR info@nantucket.net www.nantucketweddings.com
Parchment 11 Washington Street Nantucket, MA 02554 parchmentnantucket@gmail.com www.parchmentnantucket.com
508-228-4110 YR
Polpis Harbor Press Nantucket, MA 02554 508-332-0098 jeancawley@polpisharborpress.com YR www.polpisharborpress.com
MEETING/CONFERENCE SERVICES Beachside at Nantucket 30 North Beach Street Nantucket, MA 02554 info@thebeachside.com www.thebeachside.com
Pg. 66 508-228-2241 800-322-4433 W WF AC
Pg. 111 508-332-9803 YR
Best of Nantucket® 35 Old South Road Nantucket, MA 02554 bestofnantucket@hotmail.com www.bestofnantucket.net
508-228-0504 W
Nantucket Historical Association Whaling Museum & Historic Sites 508-228-1894 15 Broad Street W YR PO Box 1016 Nantucket, MA 02554 ask@nha.org www.nha.org
INFORMATION SERVICES A Taste of Nantucket/ Kimberly Reed Catering 19 Boynton Lane PO Box 2876 Nantucket, MA 02584 atasteofnantucket@comcast.net www.atasteofnantucket.com
978-201-2579
INVITATIONS & STATIONERY
GIFTS & FAVORS
Peter Finch, Basketmaker 5 Polliwog Pond Road Nantucket, MA 02554 mrpeavey@mac.com www.bracklet.com
Nantucket blACKbook PO Box 2741 Nantucket, MA 02584 holly@nantucketblackbook.com www.nantucketblackbook.com
508-228-9200 W YR
508-221-0153
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508-228-1069 W YR
Nantucket Inn - Meeting/ Pg. 75 Conference Services 508-228-6900 x574 1 Miller Lane 800-321-8484 Nantucket, MA 02554 W WF AC groupsales@nantucketinn.net www.nantucketinn.net Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce Zero Main Street, 2nd Floor Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketchamber.org www.nantucketchamber.org
Pgs. 95, 102, 105 111, 124, 151, 165 200, 212, 223 508-228-1700 YR
White Elephant 50 Easton Street PO Box 2580 Nantucket, MA 02584 salesoffice@niresorts.com www.whiteelephanthotel.com
Pg. 71 508-228-2500 800-445-6574 W WF AC
PARKING Valet Park of America 185 Spring Street Springfield, MA info@valetparkofamerica.com www.valetparkofamerica.com
800-599-8916
Darya Salon & Spa 34 Centre Street Nantucket, MA 02554 daryassalon@gmail.com www.daryasalon.com
508-332-3382 YR
Pg. 213 508-228-0550 YR
Nantucket Lobster Trap 23 Washington Street PO Box 454 Nantucket, MA 02554 info@nantucketlobstertrap.com www.nantucketlobstertrap.com Nantucket Photobooth PO Box 3007 Nantucket, MA 02554 nantucketphotobooth@live.com www.nantucketphotobooth.com
508-228-4200 D
508-228-3968 YR
WEDDING CONSULTANTS
Island Buggies Auto Rental, LLC 41 Old South Road 508-680-1063 Nantucket, MA 02554 W islandbuggies@gmail.com www.islandbuggies.com
ACKtivities PO Box 2502 Nantucket, MA 02584 aisling@acktivities.com www.acktivities.com
Nantucket Island Tours, Inc. Straight Wharf PO Box 581 Nantucket, MA 02554 www.nantucketbustours.com
Best of Nantucket® 35 Old South Road Nantucket, MA 02554 bestofnantucket@hotmail.com www.bestofnantucket.net
508-228-3446 YR WF AC
Pg. 92 508-228-0334 W
Perfect Nantucket Events/Judy’s Taxi 14 Newtown Road 508-265-3298 Nantucket, MA 02554 YR perfectnantucketevents@gmail.com www.facebook.com/pages/Perfect-NantucketEventsBilly-Voss-Production
508 228 9200 W YR
508-228-6648 YR
508-228-1069 W YR
Nantucket Clambake Co./ Susan M. Warner Catering 508-228-9283 72 Skyline Drive YR Nantucket, MA 02554 nantucketclambake@comcast.net www.nantucketclambake.com
NantucketWeddings.com Everything you need for a Nantucket wedding or honeymoon!
Consultants • Invitations • Lodging • Flowers • Caterers Venues • Gifts • Cakes • Photographers • Entertainment Also visit Nantucket.net for the ULTIMATE GUIDE to Nantucket! www.nantucketchamber.org • 209
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TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
A Taste of Nantucket/ Kimberly Reed Catering 19 Boynton Lane PO Box 2876 Nantucket, MA 02584 atasteofnantucket@comcast.net www.atasteofnantucket.com
R.J. Miller Salon & Spa 6 Amelia Drive Nantucket, MA 02554 nellieogara@comcast.net www.rjmillersalons.com
508-228-7037 YR
WEDDING ACTIVITIES
SALONS & DAY SPAS Authentic Body 35B Old South Road, Keypost Corner PO Box 5130 Nantucket, MA 02554 authenticbodytherapy@gmail.com www.authenticbodytherapy.com
Shearwater Excursions Straight Wharf, Slip #1011 PO Box 2095 Nantucket, MA 02584 info@explorenantucket.com www.explorenantucket.com
Ron Lynch p h o t o g r a p hy
www.rlynch.com 508 325-4433
LOOKING FOR A PLACE TO STAY? Check for availability and rates by using the“find a room” feature at www.nantucketlodging.org
WEDDINGS & FUNCTIONS
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CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Advertisers and ad pages are in bold.
Members Listings are in regular type.
#3 Hussey Street Guest House................... 55
Ameriprise Financial Services................... 173
02554 Services....................................... 168
Anchor Inn............................................... 56
21 Broad Street.................................. 54, 55
Anderson Publishing............................... 168
29 Fair Street Inn................................ 54, 55
Anderson’s............................................. 132
29 India House 1795................................ 55
Annye’s Whole Foods....117, 120, 125, 134
76 Main............................................. 54, 55
The Antiques Depot - Jack Fritsch &
A
Ara’s Tours, Private Charters & Transportation.
Howard Chadwick........... 128, 150, 170 .................................................... 85, 175 A Safe Place, Inc..................................... 176
Arrowhead Showroom & Nursery..... 131, 132
A Taste of Nantucket/Kimberly Reed Catering.
Artists Association of Nantucket....... 103, 169
.......................... 116, 206, 207, 208, 209
Atlantic................................................... 128
A.K. Diamond’s...................................... 117
Atlantic East Nantucket Real Estate
access nantucket..................................... 176
.................................... 53, 154, 155, 158
Accommodations Et Al.............................. 57
The Atlantics/Jeff Ross........ 104, 207, 212
ACK Eye................................................. 179
Aunt Leah’s Fudge
ACK Organics........................................ 171
..........................129, 135, 142, 208, 213
ACKtive Cleaning.................................... 173
Authentic Body........................ 171, 178, 209
ACKtivities...................................... 207, 209
Autism Speaks, Inc.................................. 169
Addison Craig........................................ 129
MEMBER INDEX
Affordable Rentals...................... 171, 195
B
African Meeting House on Nantucket....... 104 Alan SW Reed......................................... 134
Bamber Real Estate................................. 154
Albacore Charters..................................... 83
Barbara Harris Water Jewels.... 133, 138
Albert G. Brock Company, Inc.................. 176
The Barnacle Inn................................. 54, 56
All Angles Landscape, Inc.......... 177, 198
Barrett’s Tours......................... 85, 89, 175
All Hooked Up Charters............................ 84
Barrett’s Garage..................................... 171
All Point Taxi & Tours............................... 182
Bartlett’s Farm.... 116, 117, 120, 122, 131
Alliance for Substance Abuse Prevention, Inc..
The Beachside at Nantucket.. 54, 66, 208
.......................................................... 176
BeautifulPlaces Luxury Vacation Rentals...... 53
Alliance to Protect Nantucket Sound -
belongings..................................... 169, 177
Save Our Sound.................................. 169
Benji’s Nantucket Boutique...................... 129
Althea K Charter Fishing............................ 84
Best of Nantucket®........... 57, 207, 208, 209
Ambrosia............................................... 133
Best of the Beach.................................... 132
American Express.................................... 174
Bladerunner’s Construction, Inc............... 172
American Red Cross / Cape Cod &
Blue Beetle............................ 129, 132, BC
Islands Chapter................................... 176
Boarding House...................................... 118
American Seasons................................... 118
Bodega.......................................... 131, 132
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Border Free Productions.......................... 182
The Chestnut House........................ 56, 75
Boston Executive Helicopters.................... 168
Children’s Theatre of Nantucket/Faraway
Boston Medflight......................... 169, 201
Stars Films........................................... 85
The Boutique/ On-Glaze................. 132, 172
Chip Webster & Associates...................... 169
Boyce Realty........................................... 154
Christian Science Society, Nantucket......... 172
Brant Point Cottage (Nantucket Basket)
Christopher B. Lewis, Fine Custom
...................................................... 53, 56
Building, Inc........................................ 172
Brant Point Courtyard.................... 53, 74
CIEE: Council on International Educational
Brant Point Grill at the White Elephant...... 118
Exchange........................................... 174
Brant Point Inn.................................... 53, 56
Cisco Brewers.......................... 85, 93, 116
Brant Point Marine.................................... 83
Cliff Lodge....................................... 56, 72
Brass Lantern Inn........................... 56, 61
Cliffside Beach Club........................ 55, 65
Breeze Bar & Café at the Nantucket Hotel
The Club Car.......................................... 118
.......................................................... 118
CMC Construction, LLC........................... 172
Brewster Equities............................... 53, 154
Coastal Engineering Co., Inc................... 175
BRIX Wine Shop...................................... 134
The Cobblestone Inn................................. 56
Brotherhood of Thieves........................... 118
CoeCreate Design Agency....................... 179 Coffin Real Estate........................ 154, 165
C
Coffin/’Sconset Real Estate......... 155, 165 Cold Noses................................... 135, 149 Commonwealth Couture......................... 129
Cabot Lane Cottages...................... 53, 74
Community Foundation for Nantucket...... 169
The Camera Shop – Nantucket................ 179
Company of the Cauldron....................... 118
Camp Richard, Boy Scouts of America........ 83
Compass Rose Real Estate, Inc.
Cape & Islands Air Freight....................... 181
.......................................... 154, 155, 163
Cape Air/Nantucket Airlines ......... 2, 168
Computer Solutions............ 130, 151, 173
Cape Cod & Islands Association of Realtors
Congdon & Coleman Insurance Agency, Inc.
.......................................................... 169
.......................................................... 176
Cape Cod & Islands Pridepages.............. 182
Congdon & Coleman Real Estate, Inc.
Cape Cod Express, Inc............................ 181
.....................................53, 154, 155, IBC
Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank
Congregation Shirat HaYam.................... 172
.................................. 171, 177, 178, 189
Core........................................................ 84
Cape Cod Life Publications...................... 178
Corkish Cottages............................. 53, 64
Capt. Tom’s Charters................................ 84
The Cottages & Lofts at the Boat Basin
Carlisle House Inn.................................... 56
................................................ 53, 56, 69
CARPEntry DM, Inc.............. 172, 174, 200
Cowboy’s Meat Market & Delicatessen
Carriage House............................... 56, 63
.......................... 116, 117, 120, 133, 134
Cary Hazlegrove Photography
Craftmasters of Nantucket....................... 135
.......................................... 179, 197, 206
Cranberry Transportation Services
Centerboard Inn....................................... 56
.......................................... 175, 178, 201
Centre Street Bistro................................. 118
Crosswinds Restaurant & Bar................... 118
Century House.......................................... 56
Cru........................................................ 118
Champoux Landscaping, Inc................... 177
currentVintage................................ 129, 134
Chapman House...................................... 56
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C. Wonder............................................. 129
D
Figawi, Inc....................................... 83, 97
MEMBER INDEX
Figs at 29 Fair........................................ 118 Dane Gallery.......................................... 103
First Congregational Church.............. 86, 172
Dan’s Pharmacy.......................... 131, 148
Five Crows Landscaping Services............. 177
Darya Salon & Spa............. 171, 209, 213
FlipKey Nantucket Vacation Rentals.......... 155
Deborah Wilson Garden Services LLC
Flowers on Chestnut........................ 131, 132
.................................................. 177, 200
Fog Island Café...................................... 118
DeMa Public Relations, Inc...................... 178
Foood For Here & There.................. 116, 120
Denby Real Estate, Inc................ 154, 165
Force 5 Watersports................................ 129
Dharma Yoga Nantucket........................... 86
Four Winds Gifts, Inc............................... 132
Diane Firsten.......................................... 129
Frame Center of Nantucket, Inc............... 180
DJ Raffi Music & Lighting Productions....... 104
Freedman’s of Nantucket
Don Allen Auto Service, Inc.
...................... 1, 131, 132, 133, 208, 211
..........................................170, 193, 199
Freedom Cruise Line............................... 175
Donna Elle Seaside Living........................ 177
Friends of Nantucket Public Schools......... 169
The Downyflake ..................................... 118
Friends of Our Island Home.................... 169
Dream Bed Nantucket............................. 131
Fusaro’s Homemade Italian...... 118, 123
Dune.............................118, 122, 207, 212
Fusion of Flavor Catering........................ 206
E
G
East Coast Provisions & Seafood Co......... 120
G.J. Smith Landscaping & Lawn Care....... 177
Easy Riders Bicycle Rentals & Delivery....82, 85
G.S. Hill Gallery/Nantucket
Egan Group, Inc..................................... 173
Pearl Company................ 103, 106, 133
Egan Maritime Institute............................ 169
Gail’s Tours, Inc.............................. 85, 92
Eleventh Hour Design.............................. 175
The Gallery at Four India......................... 103
Endeavor Sailing Excursions.... 83, 85, 96
Galley Beach.......................................... 118
Enjoy Nantucket...................................... 116
GenoTV - Channel 99............................. 182
Envy Tile LLC.......................................... 135
Geronimo’s, Ltd.......................... 135, 149
Épernay Wine & Spirits...... 124, 134, 206
Glidden’s Island Seafood........................ 120
E-S Sports Corp...................................... 181
Glyn’s Marine, Inc..................................... 82
Espresso To Go.................... 116, 120, 122
Gracious Lady.......................................... 54
Even Flow Ducted Air, Inc........................ 176
Great Harbor Yacht Club........................... 86
Exploration Station.................................. 206
Great Point Research LLC........................ 173
Extra Clean, Inc.............................. 173, 180
The Green.............................. 116, 117, 120 Greenwood Alarm & Key Co................... 168
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Grey Lady Marine............................... 82, 83 Gypsy............................... 5, 129, 133, 224
Family & Children’s Services of Nantucket County, Inc......................................... 176
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Far Island Cottages................................... 53 Faregrounds & Pudley’s Pub.................... 118
Habitat for Humanity.............................. 169
Fast Forward....................... 116, 120, 122
Haiti Projects........................................... 129
Fifty-Six Union........................................ 118
Harbor Fuel Oil Corporation................... 179
FIGARO Fine Jewelry............................... 133
Harbor Wind Cottages.............................. 54
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The J. Butler Collection............... 128, 150
Refrigeration, Inc................................. 176
J. McLaughlin.............................. 129, 145
Haul Over Nantucket.............................. 129
Jared Coffin House................... 55, 56, 69
Hawthorn House............................. 56, 60
Jean Grimmer Associates LLC.................. 173
Hehir Group Custom Builders, Inc............ 172
Jeanette Topham Catering....................... 116
Herbert T Sportfishing.................... 84, 97
Jessica N. Torre DDS, PC......................... 174
Herr Looms Handwovens........................ 104
Jewelers’ Gallery................133, 139, 149
Highland Drivers..................................... 178
Jill Yeagy Bookkeeping............................ 172
Hingham Institution for Savings............... 171
Johnstons Cashmere -
Holdgate’s Island Laundry, Inc................. 178
The Cashmere Shop................ 129, 141
Holidays for Heroes.................... 169, 183
Jordan William Raveis Real Estate
Homer Ray Refrigeration......................... 181
..................................154, 155, 159, 164
The Homestead of Nantucket................... 176
Jordi Cabré Photography........................ 179
Hospital Thrift Shop................................ 135
Just Do It Too Sportfishing............. 84, 96
Hostelling International-Nantucket............. 54
JZ Electric, Inc......................................... 174
Housing Nantucket................................. 169 The Hub................................................. 132
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Hunky Dory.............................................. 54 Hunter, Reed and Company, Inc.............. 154
KAM Appliances & Home Electronics........ 128
Hy-Line Cruises............................... 3, 175
Katie Kaizer Photography................ 179, 206 Killen Real Estate, Inc................. 154, 164
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Kinsley Hancock Photography/ Nantucketpix.com................................ 179
in the pink.............................................. 129
Kitty Murtagh’s........................................ 118
Inquirer & Mirror..................................... 179 Island Airlines, Inc...................... 168, 196
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Island Antiques....................................... 128 Larry Cronin: Nantucket Water Gardens....178
Island Buggies Auto Rental, LLC
Last Minute Productions........................... 207
.......................................... 171, 178, 209
Law Offices of Keith M. Yankow............... 170
Island Carpet, Inc................................... 172
Le Cottage................................................ 54
Island Company..................................... 129
Le Languedoc Inn & Bistro................. 56, 118
Island Gas, Inc....................................... 180
Lemberg, Son & Daughter....................... 172
Island Lumber Company, Inc........... 132, 175
Liffey Plumbing, Inc................................. 180
Island Pharmacy......................... 131, 143
Linda Loring Nature Foundation................ 85
Island Properties..................................... 154
Lindsay, Inc............................................. 172
Island Variety...................... 132, 135, 143
Litos Strategic Communication................. 168
Island Weaves Nantucket......................... 132
The Lockhart Collection................... 128, 133
Islandwide Realty.................................... 154
Lola 41.................................................. 118 Lola Burger............................................. 119
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The Look Book of Nantucket......... 85, 96 The Lovely.............................................. 129
J Pepper Frazier Company Nantucket
Louis Guarnaccia, Fine Artist................... 104
& Real Estate............................ 154, 162
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Nantucket Arts Council............................ 104
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Nantucket Association of Real Estate Brokers Mad Max Sailing Adventures..................... 83
.......................................................... 169
Madaket Marine....................................... 83
Nantucket Atheneum
Mahon About Town................................. 182
.................................. 104, 110, 177, 178
Main Street Financial Group
Nantucket Babysitters’ Service, Inc.... 171, 206
.......................................... 175, 177, 199
Nantucket Bake Shop.............. 116, 135, 206
Manning Associates Physical Therapy, LLC
Nantucket Bank............................ 12, 171
.......................................................... 180
Nantucket Beach Chair Company
Map and App Company.......................... 208
.................................. 132, 135, 146, 208
Maria Mitchell Association
Nantucket Bike Shop & Car Rental
.................................. 82, 83, 85, 96, 104
............................................ 82, 130, 171
Marine Home Center ���128, 129, 131, 132
Nantucket Bike Tours............... 82, 85, 90
133, 135, 172, 175, 177, 181, 187
Nantucket blACKbook..................... 168, 208
The Mariner House................................... 54
Nantucket Boat Basin................................ 82
Martin House Inn............................ 56, 72
Nantucket Book Festival.............. 97, 104
Massage Nantucket................................ 172
Nantucket Bookworks.............................. 128
Maurer Painting Co................................. 179
Nantucket Boys & Girls Club.................... 176
Maury People Sotheby’s International
Nantucket Bucket...................................... 83
Realty...........................54, 67, 155, 157
Nantucket Builders Association................ 169
Mentoring Youth Nantucket..................... 176
Nantucket Buzz....................................... 208
Met on Main........................................... 119
Nantucket Candy Company.................... 129
Miacomet Golf Club......................... 84, 119
Nantucket Carving & Folk Art, Inc
Michael Kane Lightship Baskets................ 134
.......................... 103, 105, 110, 133, 181
Mike Boylan, Inc......................... 179, 191
Nantucket Catering Company
Millie’s................................................... 119
.......................................... 117, 207, 213
Mitchell’s Book Corner............................ 128
Nantucket Center for Elder Affairs, Inc. -
Mom’s Breakfast at the Nantucket Inn...... 119
Saltmarsh Center................................ 176
Montessori Children’s House of
Nantucket Chronicle............................... 177
Nantucket, Inc............................. 169, 174
Nantucket Civic League........................... 169
Moors End Farm..................................... 132
Nantucket Clambake Co./Susan M. Warner
Mulcahy Family Chiropractic.................... 172
Catering.................... 117, 206, 207, 209
Murray Camp of Nantucket Island, Inc....... 83
Nantucket Clean Team............................ 169
Murray’s Toggery Shop...... 129, 130, 151
Nantucket Comedy Festival..................... 104 Nantucket Commission on Disability........ 170
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Nantucket Community Sailing.................... 83 Nantucket Community School
N, The Nantucket Magazine.................... 178
................................ 83, 84, 95, 174, 176
N.R.T.A. - The Wave................................ 180
Nantucket Community Television, Inc....... 182
NannyTucket................................... 171, 206
Nantucket Cottage Hospital
Nantucket Accommodations................ 54, 57
............................................95, 175, 198
Nantucket Air Freight Delivery Service...... 181
Nantucket Cribs, LLC.............................. 171
Nantucket Allies...................................... 173
Nantucket Department of Public Works.... 170
Nantucket Anglers’ Club......................... 169
Nantucket Disc Golf........................ 84, 88
Nantucket Architecture Group, Ltd........... 169
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
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...................................... 84, 85, 108, 207
Nantucket Education Trust....................... 174
Nantucket Lodging Association
Nantucket Energy Corp., LLC................... 180
..................................... 57, 74, 198, 212
Nantucket Event Media, Inc. - Lisa Frey
Nantucket Looms.................................... 133
.......................................... 179, 182, 206
Nantucket Marine..................................... 83
Nantucket Express................................... 168
Nantucket Media Systems........................ 175
Nantucket Family Chiropractic -
Nantucket Memorial Airport.................... 168
Drs. Levin & Burke............................... 172
Nantucket Moorings.................................. 82
Nantucket Fantasy Scapes....................... 103
Nantucket Music Festival........... 104, 111
Nantucket Film Festival............................ 104
Nantucket Musical Arts Society....104, 110
Nantucket Frameworks............................ 180
Nantucket Natural Oils/Fragrance Bar..... 135
Nantucket Garden Club, Inc.................... 170
Nantucket New School.................... 174, 207
Nantucket Gourmet........................ 120, 134
Nantucket Office Products............... 128, 135
Nantucket Health Club................... 84, 97
Nantucket Parcel Plus, Inc........................ 181
Nantucket Historical Association
Nantucket Pasty Co................................. 120
���������� 86, 103, 104, 109, 133, 170, 172,
Nantucket Pharmacy.................. 131, 143
174, 178, 207, 208
Nantucket Photo Art................................ 179
Nantucket Home Health Care, Inc........... 175
Nantucket Photobooth............................. 209
Nantucket Home Works, LLC........... 175, 180
Nantucket Planning & Economic
The Nantucket Hotel & Resort....... 55, 73
Development Commission................... 170
Nantucket House Antiques & Interior Design
Nantucket Platform Tennis Association, Inc.
Studios............................................... 128
............................................................ 85
Nantucket Ice CNB Community Rink
Nantucket Pool & Spa Center................... 135
...................................................... 84, 94
Nantucket Preservation Trust
Nantucket Ice Cream & Juice Guys.......... 117
.............................................. 86, 94, 170
Nantucket Inn......................... 55, 75, 208
Nantucket Public Schools......................... 174
Nantucket Insurance Agency, Inc.............. 176
Nantucket Pure....................................... 172
Nantucket Island Chamber of
Nantucket Radio - 97.7 ACK FM
Commerce ����������������� 55, 95, 102, 105,
.................................................... 98, 180
208, 212, 223
Nantucket Rental Assistance & Emergency Food Pantry........................................ 170
Nantucket Island Events - Maureen Maher
Nantucket S.T.A.R. Program..................... 176
.......................................................... 207
Nantucket Safe Harbor for Animals.......... 179
Nantucket Island Rent-A-Car..... 171, 190
Nantucket Sailors’ Valentines................... 133
Nantucket Island School of Design & the Arts
Nantucket Sewing & Design..................... 177
............................................ 83, 103, 174
Nantucket Shellfish Association, Inc.......... 170
Nantucket Island Surf School..................... 83
Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving
Nantucket Island Tours, Inc.....86, 92, 209
Museum..................................... 91, 105
Nantucket Land Council, Inc.................... 170
Nantucket Skating Club............................. 84
Nantucket Lighthouse School................... 174
Nantucket Skin....................................... 131
Nantucket LightScapes............................ 177
Nantucket Storage Center......... 181, 186
Nantucket Lightship Basket Frames.......... 134
Nantucket Surveyors, LLC................ 175, 177
Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum......... 105
Nantucket Tents.......................... 208, 213
Nantucket Lobster Trap
Nantucket Toy Company......................... 135
.......................... 117, 119, 120, 206, 209
Nantucket Vineyard................................. 120
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P & M Reis Trucking, Inc
Nantucket Volleyball................................. 86
.................................. 173, 175, 181, 188
Nantucket Walking Tours............... 86, 94
Pacific National Bank, A Bank of America
Nantucket Wheelers.................................. 82
Company................................... 171, 178
Nantucket White House Inn....................... 57
Pageo Jewelers........................... 134, 140
Nantucket Windmill Auto Rental
Palliative & Supportive Care of Nantucket
.................................................. 171, 184
Foundation (formerly Hospice Care)..... 176
Nantucket Wine & Spirits......................... 134
Parchment.............................................. 208
Nantucket Wine Festival, Inc..... 104, 125
Pay It Forward Worldwide........................ 174
Nantucket Woodworking......................... 105
Pazzo..................................................... 119
Nantucket Yacht Club................................ 86
Peach Trees.................................... 130, 134
Nantucket.net
Peak Season Workforce........................... 175
.................... 84, 135, 155, 178, 182, 209
Perfect Nantucket Events / Judy’s Taxi
Nantucket.net Lodging Directory................ 58
.................................................. 207, 209
NantucketMusic.com............................... 207
The Periwinkle Inn & Cottage........ 57, 75
Nantuckets 1854......................... 134, 144
Permits Plus, Inc...................................... 179
Nantucket’s On Island Chefs
Peter Beaton Hat Studio............. 130, 147
.......................................... 117, 124, 206
Peter Bell Painting................................... 179
NantucketVacationHouses.com.................. 54
Peter Finch, Basketmaker
Nantucketweddings.com............ 208, 209
.......................................... 111, 134, 208
Nashaquisset Nantucket Rentals
Petticoat Row Bakery............................... 116
.............................................. 54, 70, 155
Pierce Galleries, Inc................................ 103
National Grid......................................... 182
The Pineapple Inn..................................... 57
NCMC/Nantucket Community Music Center
Pioneer Cleaning LLC...................... 173, 180
.................................................. 104, 174
Plymouth Brockton Street Railway Co
NGG Tax Group..................................... 182
.................................................. 181, 193
Nina Hellman Antiques.............. 128, 150
Polo Ralph Lauren................................... 130
Nina McLemore........................... 130, 151
Polpis Harbor Press......... 131, 175, 207, 208
Nantucket Island Resorts - Retail.............. 154
Preferred Properties................................. 155
Nobby Clothes Shop............................... 130
Provisions............................................... 120
NXTevent Inc........................................... 207 Q O Quality of Life Counseling....................... 176 Ocean Treasure...................................... 133
Queequeg’s........................................... 119
Ocean Wings Air Charter........... 168, 196
Quidley & Company............................... 103
Offshore Animal Hospital........................ 179 Old Spouter Gallery................................ 103
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On Island Gas........................................ 171 Oran Mor Bistro...................................... 119
R.J. Miller Salon & Spa.................... 172, 209
Organic Hair Salon & Nail Spa................ 172
Rafael Osona Auctions
Outdoor Power LLC................................. 135
.................................. 103, 107, 128, 170 Raven’s Walk............................................ 86
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Recycled Paper Printing, Inc..................... 180
Shepherd Real Estate................. 155, 161
The Regatta Inn.............................. 57, 74
Sherburne Commons Residences, LLC
Reliant Air............................................... 168
.................................................... 58, 176
ReMain Nantucket LLC............................ 170
Sherburne Inn........................................... 57
Richmond Great Point
Ships Inn.......................................... 57, 119
Development LLC..................... 155, 183
Siasconset Beach Preservation Fund......... 170
Ricoh - USA............................................ 135
Sign Here Nantucket............................... 181
Robert H. Laundry, Certified Public
Small Friends on Nantucket, Inc............... 174
Accountant......................................... 168
Social Bridge Consulting......................... 173
The Roberts House Inn................... 57, 62
Something Natural.................. 116, 120, 208
Ron Lynch Photo, Inc........... 179, 206, 210
Sophie T’s Pizza...................................... 119
The Rose & Crown.................................. 119
Sosebee Studios & Fine Art Galleries
Rotary Club of Nantucket........... 170, 200
.................................................. 103, 111
R & R Taxi............................................... 182
Spiritual Heritage Nantucket.................... 170
Runaway Bride Nantucket................ 180, 206
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church...................... 173 Starlight Theatre & Café............................ 84
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Starrfish Charters........................... 84, 95 Steamship Authority.................... IFC, 175 Stephanie’s Nantucket............................. 130
Safe Harbor..................................... 57, 68
Stephen Swift Furniture............................ 131
Sage Payment Solutions........................... 174
Stock Nantucket...................................... 180
The Sail Loft............................................ 130
Stop & Shop......................Centerfold, 117
Sankaty Head Golf Club........................... 84
Stover Engineering & Construction........... 175
Santos Rubbish Removal, Inc................... 181
Strong Wings.......................................... 174
Sara Campbell....................................... 130
The Summer House Beachside Bistro........ 119
Sarah F. Alger, P.C................................... 170
The Summer House - Fair Street........... 55, 57
Sayle’s Seafood................... 117, 120, 121
The Summer House - India Street............... 57
Schwartz Hannum PC................. 170, 192
The Summer House Inns & Cottages.......... 55
Sconset Market............................... 117, 134
The Summer House Restaurant................ 119
‘Sconset Real Estate.................... 155, 165
Summer Shades...................................... 130
The ‘Sconset Trust, Inc............................. 170
Sun Island Fuel....................................... 179
Sconset Woodman.................................. 131
Sun Island Delivery.................... 181, 201
Sea Dog Brew Pub Nantucket.................. 119
Surfing Hydrangea Nursery, Inc............... 132
The Sea Grille......................................... 119
Susan Lister Locke Jeweler........ 134, 148
Sea Nantucket Kayak & Stand Up Paddle
Sushi by Yoshi......................................... 119
Board Rentals....................................... 82
Sustainable Nantucket............................. 170
Seascapes Aquariums Inc........................ 169
Swain’s Travel, Inc........................... 168, 182
Second Congregational Meeting House
Swedish Delight........................................ 57
Society, Unitarian Universalist.............. 173
Sweet Inspirations Artisan Chocolates....... 129
Serenella – Nantucket................ 130, 137 SERVPRO of Nantucket............ 173, 178, 181
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Seven Hills on Nantucket........... 160, 179 Seven Sea Street Inn.................................. 57
The Tavern.............................................. 119
Shearwater Excursions........... 84, 85, 86, 209
Tea Rose Realty....................................... 155
ShepCats................................................ 104 www.nantucketchamber.org • 221
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Terry Pommett Photography/
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Videography.................... 180, 194, 206 Theatre Workshop of Nantucket................. 85
W. B. Marden Company.......................... 180
The Tile Room......................................... 135
Wade Cottages........................... 53, 54, 207
Timbukblues........................................... 104
Wannacomet Water Company................. 182
Tom Hanlon Landscaping, Inc.................. 177
Washington Trust Mortgage Company...... 178
TOPPER’S at the Wauwinet....................... 119
The Wauwinet.......................... 55, 71, 207
Topspin Sportfishing Charter................ 82, 84
WCAI/WNAN 91.1 FM............................ 181
Toujours Midi Nantucket............ 133, 147
The Weaving Room................................. 133
Town...................................................... 119
WebLink International............................. 182
TownPool................................................ 168
Welch & Associates Inc. Realty Group
The Toy Boat........................................... 135
.................................................. 155, 180
Tradewind Aviation, LLC.......................... 168
WeNeedaVacation.com........ 54, 155, 156
Trianon/Seaman Schepps........................ 134
The Westmoor Club.................................. 83
The Trinity Collection.................. 134, 136
White Elephant........................ 55, 71, 208
Triple Eight Distillery................................ 117
White Elephant Village: Residences & Inn
The Trustees of Reservations....................... 85
...................................................... 54, 55
Tugboat Tim’s, Inc....... 82, 85, 130, 131, 181
White Glove Services of Nantucket....173, 180
Turnkey Storage Solutions........................ 182
White Heron Theatre Company................. 85 William Welch ‘Sconset Studio................. 103
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Windwalker Real Estate............. 155, 156 WingWorks Landscape.................... 177, 178
Union Street Inn........................ 55, 57, 59
Winthrop Management........................... 154
The UPS Store...................... 180, 181, 185
Woods Hole, Martha’s Vineyard and
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Val’s Cab........................................ 93, 182
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Val’s Tours....................................... 86, 93 Valero & Sons, Inc................................... 132
Yates Gas............................................... 180
Valet Park of America.............................. 209
Yesterday’s Island, Inc..................... 117, 178
Vanderbilt Gallery................................... 103
The Yoga Room........................................ 86
The Veranda House............................ 55, 57
Young’s Bicycle Shop & Car Rental
Ventuno.................................................. 119
.............................................. 82, 87, 171
Vis-à-Vis......................................... 130, 134
Your Island Ride...................................... 174
Vivi G. Shoes.......................................... 130 Z Zero Main on Centre............................... 130 Zofia Photography.................................. 180
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