Yesterday's Island/Today's Nantucket, Vol. 53, Issue #7, July 6 - 12, 2023

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photo courtesy Egan

photo by Steve Tornovish

New Men’s Pearl Jewelry by Pam Freitus.

Basket Purses by Paul Willer, Bill Severns, Chin and Maggie Silva.

Pendants P Gold

What’s New ON N ANTUCKET

Vintage Becomes New

Respoke is all about transformation: repurposing iconic scarves into gorgeous espadrilles, other footwear, hats, furniture, and now fine art! Within their newly refreshed space at 41 Straight Wharf, Respoke Co-Founder, Chris Bartick’s mixed media artwork incorporates remnant silk scarves from the Respoke shoe making process. The subject matter includes graceful whales’ tales and local iconography such as Great Point Lighthouse.

This week, July 7, 8, and 9 from 10 am to 6 pm, Respoke brings Lola Saratoga to their shop on Straight Wharf for a one-of-a-kind trunk show featuring preowned luxury designer handbags (Gucci, Prada, Chanel, YSL, and more) and repurposed accessories.

Stop by Respoke to see their stunning collection of classics created by artisans and made new again.

Farm-Grown VeggieGrams

Looking for a fresh new gift for housewarming parties, to welcome friends back to Nantucket for the summer, or as a thank-you present? Bartlett’s Farm has the perfect idea: a farm-grown VeggieGram.

Now you can share your love of freshly harvested organic produce grown right here on Nantucket. Available only during the peak season—July through September—these bountiful baskets are filled with a colorful, hand-packed selection of the best of that week’s harvest, and can be sent with or without flowers, also grown at Bartlett’s Farm.

VeggieGrams are delivered on-island only, and may be sent with a personalized gift message. Custom baskets and wine baskets are also available.

Orders may be placed at BartlettsFarm.com.

Join

An Evening of Art, Wine, & Conversation

“What I love about the camera is its ability to capture the beauty of light. When we free ourselves and accept its inherent technical inefficiencies, the camera lets us experience images that our deft eyes will not let us see. The camera gifts us with moments that makes one marvel at the multi-dimensional world around us.”

Kenyan born American artist Mohamed Yakub’s artistic vision will be on display starting this Thursday, July 6 in The Hostetler Gallery, when Susan Hostetler features his stunning Kimonos during her first 2023 Art and Wine Sensory Experience from 5 to 7 pm. Also featured will be a tasting of South African wines poured by Nantucket’s Current Vintage.

Passionate about his photography, Yakub, is inspired by the form and function of Japanese kimonos: the exhibit that opens Thursday will focus on four of his pieces. Adorned with beautiful colors and images based on photographs he has taken around New York, Yakub’s sees the kimono as “the ultimate canvas,” and a symbol of cultural universality. He explained: “I found that my work actually mimicked the norms and traditions of kimono decoration and also, I was not alone in reinterpreting the kimono. In Japan, there is a strong movement toward bringing the kimono into the 21st century. I also discovered that the interpretation of colors is similar in a lot of cultures in the world.”

Located in downtown at 42 Centre Street, Hostetler Gallery exhibits sculpture, paintings, photography and fine art prints, with a focus on the sculpture of David Hostetler. Throughout the 2023 season, the gallery will display up and coming as well as mature artist’s works celebrating the human form, the abstract and color.

Centre Street • HostetlerGallery.com

Blue Beetle

Stories of Island Rum Runners

by Charles Allard

From 1920 to 1933, the 18th Amendment to our United States Constitution prohibited the manufacture, sale, transport, import, or export of alcoholic beverages: but the 18th Amendment and the Volstead Act never barred the consumption of alcohol.

During the 13 years that Prohibition was the law of the land, liquor smuggling was common in the waters around Nantucket. Rum Row, a floating liquor “store” of foreign and domestic boats, was located just 12 miles southeast of Nantucket.

Though Nantucket did not suffer the level of mob activity of cities and towns on the mainland, our island was plagued by some crime related to liquor smuggling. During this period, WWI veterans acted as special policemen, a role that proved hazardous. One nearly died in December 1930, when a local rumrunner hired men to kidnap and murder him. The hitmen left him tied, gagged, and beaten in Prospect Hill Cemetery.

This year's featured exhibit at Egan Maritime Insitute’s Nantucket Shipwreck and Lifesaving Museum tells the dramatic stories of Nantucket during Prohibition in Rum Runners and Rum Chasers: Nantucket, Prohibition and the U.S. Coast Guard The focus is on the consequences for the Coast Guard of the enactment of Prohibition in 1920 when making, selling, or transporting alcohol in the U.S. became illegal. As the oldest armed force in America, it inherited federal law enforcement powers from one of its predecessors, the U.S. Revenue Cutter Service, the other being the U.S. Lifesaving Service. The Coast Guard came together in 1915 with the merger of these two government organizations.

During the intervening years, the Coast Guard absorbed other maritime-related tasks, but it is best known for its rescue and law enforcement activities. The latter power received attention from the government when it became apparent

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Evenings: 508-257-4176

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Today’s NantucketEvents & Entertainment

Events are updated daily at Nantucket.net

THURSDAY, JULY 6

STORYWALK: WHAT CAN YOU DO WITH A ROCK?

Stop by the Atheneum garden and check out the new StoryWalk: What Can You Do With a Rock by Pat Zietlow Miller. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

9:45 to 10:15 AM - Nanpuppets at the Atheneum

Join Lizza and her puppet friends for some fun in the garden. Bring a blanket to sit on Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 to 11 AM - Nantucket by Water Whaling History Tour

Learn what life was like in the late 1800s during the Whaling Era & see remaining historic landmarks. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com

10 AM - Barrett’s Tours

Historic tours offered daily departing from 25 Federal St., across from the Visitors Centre. Reservations: call 508-228-0174. Offered again at 1 & 3 pm

10 AM - Cruise with Ack Sail

A Nantucket sailing charter or harbor cruise for up to 17 passenges. Celebrate engagements, weddings, family reunions, or special time spent with good friends. Call 508-423-9985 or acksail.com. Again at 1pm, 4pm, & sunset.

10 AM to 3:30 PM - Free Family Activities at Shipwreck Museum

Unique outdoor activities featuring nautical crafts, marine science, rescue demonstrations, & more. Outside on the grounds of the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Road; free shuttle departs from 25 Federal St starting at 9:30 am.

10 AM to 6 PM - Chris Davies Trunk Show & Personal Appearance

Jewelry designed by Davies exhibits a rare fluidity and thoughtful use of color. Meet the artist behind this stunning jewelry at Calista West, 12 Main Street.

10:30 - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA Walk through Nantucket town with an NHA Museum Guide & hear the story of the

rise and fall of whaling, the beginnings of tourism, and social & racial development on-island. Again at 1:30pm Rain or shine. Tickets at nha.org.

11 AM to 12 PM - Beading Bonanza for Ages 6+

Explore the art of beading: bracelets, necklaces, keychains, kids can choose from a large variety of beads of various materials, shapes, sizes, & colors, designing & creating their own jewelry. $58; register at BarnabysNantucket.com or 508-680-1553.

11 AM to 3 PM - Summer Site Series

Come to the NHA’s Old Mill at 50 Prospect Street for craft activities, demonstrations, and talks that bring the unique history of each site to life.

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

Relax on a narrated tour of the inner harbor & enjoy ice cream with friends & family. Again at 1, 2:25, & 4 pm. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

11:15 AM - The Signature Historic Tour

A narrated tour of historic sites in town, Old Mill, Oldest House, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head Lighthouse & more with knowledgeable guides in new air-conditioned buses. Learn about Nantucket’s history. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington St. Again at 1 pm & 2:45pm. Nantucketbustours.com or 508-228-0334. ., .

11:45 AM - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

A 2-1/2 hr tour of the west end of Nantucket. Visit Madaket, then travel to the Cisco area with stops at Bartlett’s Farm & Cisco Brewers. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington st. or at Nantucketbustours.com or call 508-228-0334.

12:45 PM - Linda Loring Nature Foundation Hike with Nantucket Walkabout LLNF’s publicly accessible property has easy trails thru sandplain grasslands, coastal shrublands, & along the North Head of Long Pond in sight of an active osprey nest. 110 Eel Point Rd. Tickets at WalkNantucket.com

2 to 3 PM - Nature Story Hour

Designed for the young explorer: an MMA educator will read a nature or science related book, introduce an MMA’s animal friend, & make a craft of play games. Kids must be accompanied by an adult. $15; register at MariaMitchell.org

Box 626 Nantucket, MA 02554 • 508-228-9165 • Fax: 508-228-1348

Suzanne M. Daub - Publisher & Editor Eleni Sinnis - Editorial Assistant

Writers - Charles Allard, Robert P. Barsanti, Dr. Sarah T. Bois, James Grieder, Steve Tornovish

Production & Design - Sarah Morneau • Website & Databases - J. Taryn Daub

Cover Photographs - Robert Sarkisian, Bartlett’s Farm, Egan Maritime, Steve Tornovish Ethan & Anora: Heading off for a week • Solveig: Enjoying summer adventures

Braving the Dangers of Fiction

by Robert P. Barsanti

I found myself, this spring, defending my summer reading list. Now, as an old white man, I am used to a certain sort of academic battle, and I have generally chosen the prudent retreat over the final climactic fight. The years of assigning Huckleberry Finn for summer reading, or John Steinbeck, or even Agatha Christie have gone with purple photocopies.

Modern high school students are not tolerant of the vices and prejudices of previous generations. Further, asking them to read five hundred or a thousand pages is a fool’s errand. That book will sit next to the game controller until it falls off the desk and under the table. I have surrendered the most literary of arguments: that you need to have read Jane Austen or Charles Dickens to be well-read. I waved them goodbye. Our society doesn’t believe that any more.

My twentieth-century sensibility about reading comes from the selfishness of my own world view. I can’t think of a better use of an hour than to sit on Cisco Beach in the warmth of a July sun with a book and a beverage. In the rest of my life, I need to crowbar holes in time in order to read. Other people need me and want me by their sides—there are people to pick up at the boat, buy grapes and Cheerios at the store, and then finish drying the towels for tomorrow.

A beach needs no rationalization. It is its own goal. By the time you reach it, other commitments and entanglements have been left behind like laundry. Your social media will just tick by without you. Your phone is out of range and in danger of getting swallowed by a wave. Your laptop can’t connect. The best reading room on-island gets washed by the tide and decorated by sand fleas.

So when I assign summer reading to Adam and Abergiveny, I assume that they will also be in a beach chair, wearing damp swim suits, turning pages. Work will resume the next day, their friends and parents will leave them alone, and their toes will dig down into the south shore sand. Now, I know enough to know that when my students read, they are not at the beach, nor are they without their phones, nor are they uninterrupted.

No one, not the richest or the poorest student, can sit on a beach all summer and wander through the pleasures of Dickens and Atwood. But the purpose for summer reading is to push the rest of buzzing and vibrating society away from their minds for a few hours. My students need to be able to close the doors and seal themselves into a room of their own, then throw Snapchat and TikTok out the window. An intellect needs solitude, not screaming or society.

Recently, I have been fighting about fiction. My students will read memoir, with its ever hopeful uplift and sincerity. They will read non-fiction, if it promises to teach them facts and stories that follow a similar line. We read Born a Crime because it is personal, honest, and ends with the success of the main character. In memoir and in most non-fiction, the reader remains in a protected place. They don’t need to descend into an underwater world of psychology, empathy, and murder. Instead, they can remain dry and onboard, peering at the deeper world through the safety of a glass-bottomed boat. They don’t read Trevor Noah’s story and become Trever Noah—he will always be a funny raconteur telling them his story from safety of the country club porch of the future.

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Events & Entertainment

2 to 3 PM - Read to a Buddy with R.E.A.D. Dogs for Ages 6-12

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R.E.A.D Dogs are certified therapy dogs trained to be good listeners. This is a fun, relaxed, nonjudgmental way to become more confident & enjoy reading. Registration required at 508-228-1110 x103. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

2 to 3:30 PM - Earth Story Walk and Talk for Adults

Join MMA’s scientist-in-residence, Dr. Rich Blundell on a journey through the story of planet Earth. Each stride of this 2.9-mi walk accounts for about 1 million years of Earth & human history. Pre-registration required at Mariamitchell.org.

4 to 7 PM - Live Music at Cisco Brewers

Featuring CC & The Boys at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

5 to 7 PM - Art & Wine Sensory Experience at Hostetler Gallery

Join Susan Hostetler for a special evening featuring Kimonos by Kenyan artist Mohamed Yakub with South African wines poured by Current Vintage. Hostetler Gallery, 42 Centre Street.

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

6 to 7 PM - Live Music with Jacob Butler

Live Music at The Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street.

6 to 7:30 PM - TGIT for Kids! Slime + Beading for Ages 5+

Parents can enjoy a night out while we entertain your kids! Kids will make 2 different art projects: slime, wood art, beading, painting, or clay. Snacks, pizza, & drinks included! $110; register at BarnabysNantucket.com or 508-680-1553 .

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

7 to 8 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

Nothing beats a Nantucket Sunset. Grab your favorite beverages & snacks and c’mon aboard for one of the best shows in town! Departure time will vary with sunset. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com

7 PM - Rock of Ages by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket

This big summer musical takes you back to the totally awesome time of big bands with big egos playing big guitar solos, and sporting even bigger hair! Theatre Workshop production features hits of bands including Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, & more. Tickets at theatrenantucket.org

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Cemetery Route

A 1-1/3 mi, 90 min eerie stroll featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House, & 2 haunted hotels. Led by original guide. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 6-12. Cash Only. No reservations necessary, Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 15 min early. 774-325-8972 whjamieson@gmail.com

8 to 9:30 PM - Owl Prowl with Maria Mitchell Ornithologist

Listen for calls of a variety of nocturnal animals & birds and watch for owls as they begin their nightly activity. This program is for adults, but kids 8+ are welcome to register with an adult. $45: pre-registration recommended at mariamitchell.org.

8:15 to 9:45 PM - Big History for Adults

Join MMA’s Scientist-in-Residence, Dr. Rich Blundell & Telescope Engineer Gary Walker, for a Big History Storytelling at Loines Observatory. $15; pre-registration is required at mariamitchell.org.

10 PM - Karaoke

Karaoke at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street. TheRoseAndCrown.com

FRIDAY, JULY 7

7 AM - Sports Fishing on the Herbert T

Capt. Fred Tonkin is an experienced island fisherman who will take you to where the fish are biting. All equipment provided. A fishing trip on the Herbert T is a memorable experience for the whole family. Reservations: 508-228-6655 (evenings call 508-257-4176). Trips at 7am, 10am, 1pm, 4pm

8 AM - Gardner Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

This hike is within Nantucket’s oldest outwash plain of sandplain grasslands and pitch pine forests with a walkway over a cattail-choked inlet. Close to Cisco Beach & Cisco Brewery. Tickets at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466.

8:30 AM - Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point

2-1/2 mi, 1 hr. exercise walk with historic commentary past spectacular homes. End at White Elephant Hotel. Cash Only, $25; $20 for 65+; $15 for teens; $10 for 6-12. Meet at Main & Centre by bank steps 10 min early. whjamieson@gmail.com or 774-325-8972

9 to 9:30 AM - Half-Hour Hayrides at Bartlett’s Farm

A fun ride for families on the go. Hayrides are 30-minutes long. Kids can add a sticker book and do the scavenger hunt for $5. For ages 3 & up with parent. $35; under 2 free. Tickets at BartlettsFarm.com or 508-228-9403.

Their Happy Place

by Steve “Tuna” Tornovish

Beach fishing doesn’t have to be a solitary experience. Sure, you’re not going to hang out with a lot of people if you’re out fishing a slack tide at zero dark thirty, but there’s lots of time to meet new people when you’re out in the daylight. And that’s how I met Brian and Tracy Majczak. We were introduced while fishing with friends at Great Point on a Sunday afternoon. They are the kind of people you instantly like. Tracy, a first grade teacher, is a warm, happy person who just brightens the world. Brian is a solid, steady guy who lives to fish. Yeah, these are my kinds of people! And it got even better when Brian and I discovered that we share September birth dates (I arrived 11 years ahead of Brian). How could I not want to hang out with these two?

I sat down with the Majczaks recently on Great Point, the place that Tracy calls their Happy Place. The fish were hiding, so Brian and I actually had some time to catch up.

Tracy told me, “We first came to Nantucket 24 years ago. I remember that it was 1999, and we were on the boat going back home. The boat crew spotted a life preserver in the water. The boat had to stop and recover it because it was just after JFK Jr.’s plane had gone down. But we felt that Nantucket was special. It was fun. We had been to Newport, Martha’s Vineyard and Block Island. Nantucket was the best.”

Brian reminisced about his first experiences fishing Great Point. “Some friends brought us out to Great Point. This was back when the Point was open and you could cast into the rip. We caught a ton of bluefish. It was amazing!”

Brian spent a lot of his Nantucket time at Barry Thurston’s Tackle Shop in town after that experience. Barry gave Brian a lot of tips about what equipment to use and how to fish the Nantucket waters. Brian was a sponge and took it all in. “I still have my shirt from Barry’s tackle shop. I wore it one day when I knew Barry was working (Barry now works as a ranger for the Trustees of Reservations, patrolling Great Point). He loved it. Barry was the one who told me that the bluefish were fun but the fall fishing for stripers and albies was the best. He told me

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Nantucke Transporta

Using Nantucket with Love & Respect

by Dr. Sarah Treanor Bois, PhD Director of Research & Education at the Linda Loring Nature Foundation

We love to boast about the open space on our island. We are so fortunate for the early insight of those who began preserving land so long ago with the idea of conserving the island’s natural landscapes for the benefit of the whole community. With more than 50% of Nantucket’s land mass under some kind of conservation, there is so much natural beauty to explore. From rolling terrain of the Middle Moors, to the wetlands of Squam, the grasslands of the south shore, access to our beautiful coastline, and the natural wonder of our barrier beach system of Coatue; we have much to be thankful for.

The organizations that own these lands each have their own missions and guiding principals. There is overlap among some, for sure, but each is specific to the organization’s primary focus. For example, the Nantucket Land Bank’s mission “Conservation, recreation and agriculture for the benefit of the public in perpetuity” has a focus that includes recreation and public access to water. The Nantucket Conservation Foundation (NCF) is more focused on the overall conservation of resources by “permanently conserving, maintaining, and managing natural areas and habitats and to encourage an appreciation of and interest in the island’s natural resources.” The Linda Loring Nature Foundation (LLNF) mission is place-based, focusing on preserving the “…biological diversity of its 275acre property on Nantucket and connects people of all ages to nature through outstanding environmental education and research.” These missions have distinctions, but they also compliment each other. Our conservation groups work together to protect Nantucket Island as a whole, while upholding their own missions.

The other thing we love about these organizations is that they are locally

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Save Us from the Kids

Part 2: Crime and Punishment

by James Grieder

As we learned last week in Part 1: Island Children Running Rampant, during the mid-1800s, many Nantucket youth were participating in “wicked and lawless conduct.” We continue this week with what efforts were made to deter this behavior and to reform island children...

In the mid-1850s, there is an increase in calls in the newspapers for the town to crack down on the out-of-control youth:

BY-LAWS

Concerning Truant Children.

“That when any child or children between the ages of six and fifteen years, shall neglect to attend the Public or any other schools of Nantucket…and shall become an habitual truant or truants, and not attend any school, and without lawful occupation shall be growing up in ignorance, then it shall be the duty of the Committee appointed by the Town to have charge of these children…and for each and every such truancy and non-attendance there shall be imposed a fine of One Dollar [around $35 per child per day in today’s currency] for the use of the Town and all the cost of prosecution…. The Town expects that there shall be no children allowed to absent themselves from these nurseries of improvement.” (Mar 11, 1854 Nantucket Weekly Mirror)

“That there has been much remissness is this respect, that there have been many children among us who seldom, if ever attend our schools, and still others who are exceedingly irregular in their attendance. Previous laws have been almost entirely inoperative. Truants, in many instances, have cared but little whether attended by a constable or or by their associates, and have again been absent. It has been no great punishment to be thus escorted, as the vast majority of absences among the boys will amply demonstrate.

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Save Us from the Kids

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“With the present arrangement, it will, at least, be very inconvenient, if not expensive, to be absent from school, without good and sufficient reasons. And in the more difficult cases, where the truants become unmanageable by all ordinary means, the State has generously and wisely provided for the education of such, at what are usually termed ‘State Reform Schools.’” (Mar 18, 1854 Nantucket Weekly Mirror)

Henry W. Giles, a Unitarian minister and writer who had lectured at the Nantucket Atheneum three months before, wrote in August 1854 that “boys, next to women, abound, or seem to abound, in Nantucket. This seeming, we suppose, arises from the absence of men. Visitors, we were told, had complained as to the conduct of these boys. It would not be strange if, without the presence and control of fathers, they were a little wild…”

Two years later, in an article about agriculture on Nantucket in the Boston Cultivator, the author notes that the very idea of agriculture on the island “may sound strange to people who suppose that Nantucket is only a heap of sand that answers for a home for whalemen’s wives, daughters, and small boys [italics in text].”

For their part, the children objected to the town ruining all their fun. The January 16, 1856 edition of the Inquirer and Mirror records two letters from “some of our ‘fast youths’,” self-described “b’hoys” complaining about the “meanness of the town of Nantucket” in pouring ashes on the slides in the vicinity of Academy Hill. “It is winter only once a year, and if people cannot let young America enjoy themselves during that time we think it a pity. YOUNG AMERICA”

Under the headline “ABSENT” in the November 21 edition of the newspaper, the editor stated that at a review of one of the local public schools it was revealed that “out of a school of about one hundred pupils, all but ten had been absent more or less.” Acknowledging that there were probably some legitimate cases where a child was too sick to attend school, they wrote that “it would be absurd to suppose that such a large proportion of the pupils were sick in the term,” and

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Since 1959 – A series of concerts by internationally acclaimed musicians

Tuesdays at 7pm in St. Paul’s Church, 20 Fair St. Doors open at 6:30pm.

July 11

Curtis on Tour

Tickets are $30, free for children under 18, at the door or sold in advance at the Antiques Depot at 2 South Beach St.

”Meet the Artists" is a free & informal gathering on Monday evenings at 5pm at the Great Hall of the Atheneum, 1 India Street.

Both buildings are handicap accessible. Limited on-site parking.

NANTUCKET VACATION ITINERARY

6:30/7am: Send Uncle John (super early riser) to pick up coffee and breakfast at 45 Surfside

11am: Ride bikes to Surfside Beach. Along the way, stop at 45 Surfside. Grab lunch and smoothies.

Open Daily 6:30am-2pm 45 Surfside Road • 774.333.3981 • 45surfside.com

that “the whim of the pupils was the actual reason of many of the absences” and that parents “are responsible for the indulgence of those whims.”

A week later, the editor of the Nantucket Weekly Mirror railed against juvenile behavior in church, “those children between the years of twelve and twenty, and mostly those with bonnets on, who greatly annoy the congregation with their noisy whispering and half-smothered laughing,” not to mention “writing nonsense on the fly-leaves” of hymnals. “This whispering and laughing,” he said, “is too often carried on in the pew under the eyes of the parents, who make no effort to check this growing evil.”

Out in the streets it was worse: “crowds of great boys who nightly congregate at the corners of streets, so regardless of others’ rights as to make the ladies turn off the walk to get by, and then impudently comment on their timidity, because they did not dash through their midst.” Sometimes in the evening he would “see boys following women and girls, and saying such things as even shame the hearers and disgrace themselves; but we suppose they do not read the paper, so our comments would not reach them.”

A complaint the following spring about “some of the masters and misses who went [to a lecture] not to hear but to annoy those who did” led to a heated exchange of letters to the editors that spanned two newspapers, with one writer blaming the teachers in attendance who failed to control the students, another saying it was their parents’ fault, and a third calling for a public listing of names of some of the teachers themselves, “who have more than once, amused themselves at the lectures, by noticing, laughing at, and conversing about the personal appearance, and peculiarities of different lecturers, much to the annoyance of others.”

Vandalism seems to have been an ongoing problem. An ad in the July 18, 1857 edition of the Nantucket Weekly Mirror offered a $5 reward [around $170 in today’s currency] for information leading to the arrest of whoever had been smashing the windows in Town Buildings, destroying street Lanterns, and injuring the Town Trees.” In 1859, the Humane Society posted a $25 reward [just over $850 in 2023] because “some evil-minded person or persons have recently broken open by forcing the lock, the Humane Society’s House at or near Hummock Pond,” where they “committed depredations, and stolen certain articles therefrom.”

In an August 19, 1857 edition of the Inquirer and Mirror, a letter to the editor

Save Us from the Kids

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inveighed against “Corner Loafers”—“Is there no way that the gang of boys and half-grown men (or pretenders to be men) that stand around the corners of our most public streets particularly Philip H. Folger’s corner [at the intersection of Orange and Main streets, across from Mitchell’s Book corner], can be broken up? At any time from five to nine o’clock, P.M., these loafers can be seen, numbering from twelve to twenty, blocking up the sidewalk, so that ladies passing must be obliged to go through the crowd, and have their dresses soiled by the tobacco spittle that is ejected from the foul mouths, or turn off the walks and get around as best they can, hearing jeers and insulting remarks.” As to which town official should be responsible, he said “it strikes me it would come under the Hog Reeve’s duty.”

Conditions continued to deteriorate, with a call for LAW AND ORDER appearing in the October 28, 1859 Inquirer and Mirror. “Persons committed to our house of correction for stated periods may be seen daily in the streets; the corners of our principal streets are blocked nightly by crowds of men and boys, spitting, swearing, and insulting passers-by.” There were multiple complaints about “nuisances of too gross a nature to mention,” where unknown individuals lobbed tobacco spit at the doors and windows of nearby houses. “Depredations are nightly committed, gardens robbed, etc.,” they wrote, and urged that some of the perpetrators be detained and made an example of.

They then listed other examples of recent offenses against good order:

A man was sitting in his office when two bricks were thrown through the window, one after the other, narrowly missing the occupant.

“A lady storekeeper was insulted and imposed upon by a gang of idlers, and the watch being called upon, simply stated to the crowd that Mrs. — wished him to ask them to go away! which they did not do, or at least but for a few moments.”

“A rascal threw a handful of pepper into the face of a young lady” one evening while walking on Orange Street. “She was taken into a house near by in great distress.”

The author lays the blame for the crime wave partly at the feet of the victims,

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who often declined to prosecute because “the person who breaks your windows, robs your garden, insults you or your child, is perhaps a ‘distant relation’.”

In that same edition of the paper appeared another news item, titled LARCENY. “Two boys, aged about twelve, named Davis and Perkins, were taken before justice Bunker on a charge of entering the store of Mr. John Williams, on Milk Street, and stealing there-from about thirteen dollars in money [$450 in 2023]. They were convicted and sent to the House of Correction for two months.”

Things came to a head in November 1859, when a Town Meeting was called to address the “manifest necessity for more vigilance on the part of the watchmen, and an increase of numbers, in order to render the watch more efficient” because the “streets are infested with standing nuisances, by night and day...” The new watchmen should be “temperate men, and men of good physical health” able to stay awake through their shift and, as needed, “keep the corners and streets clear, and to preserve order on Sundays, in the day-time” so that “all rudeness, loud talking, and that loud laughing which speaks the vacant mind, should cease from the streets; and all should pass to some destination, without the hindrance of others.”

Restive youth continued to be a problem over the years. In 1860, with war clouds gathering on the mainland that would soon result in even more young men leaving the island, the editor of the Nantucket Weekly Mirror reported that they’d received “much and reasonable complaint of the annoyance which rude youths and boys inflict upon our audiences at public entertainments, by various modes of disturbance”—in the immediate instance, disrupting a concert in the Atheneum’s Great Hall. The author suggested that the renters of the space, rather than the Atheneum proprietors, should hire police officers “to preserve order in the hall” and have the miscreants dragged in front of a justice of the peace to receive judgment.

Over the spring and summer of 1860, the beleaguered community was afflicted by an escalation in the criminal activity to arson, primarily outside of town and beyond the prying eyes of neighbors and watchmen. Joseph Farnham records one particular example that he describes as “the most wicked and cruel of anything I ever knew occuring at Nantucket in my boyhood.” A large barn on Charles C. Folger’s farm, sitting slighly southwest of Madaket Road, two or three miles outside of town, was quickly engulfed in flames. It was an exceptionally warm

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Save Us from the Kids

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day for November 1, and Farnham and his friends had gone for a swim. As the sun set, an increasing glow from the west drew everyone’s attention, and “in retrospect, it appears as though the entire population of the town proper was at that fire.” As they grew closer, the anguished bellows of terrified horses and cattle, trapped in the barn, grew louder and louder. The barn eventually burned to the ground, with the complete loss of all the livestock, as well as carts and farming equipment.

Folger’s assistant, a young man of twenty named Dan Hart, was the first on the scene after returning from town. Subsequent examination revealed that Hart was the one who, in fact set the fire then headed into town, but stopping along the way to return, only to find the barn fully engulfed. Before he left, he had shuttered and barred all the doors and windows. Hart was convicted of the crime, and sentenced in 1861 to ten years in state prison.

A house near the south end of Long Pond, along with an adjacent shed and the skiff inside it were burned to the ground, “the second instance within six months, of houses out of town having been set on fire and destroyed,” according to a March 1860 edition of the Nantucket Weekly Mirror. Less than a month later, a small fire was discovered at a warehouse on Angola Street, but it was contained before it did much damage. The paper pointed out that the town had narrowly avoided a repeat of the catastrophic fire of 1846—the warehouse that had been set on fire was near a large shed containing 2000 barrels of sperm oil, and the wind direction that day would have showered cinders down on the nearby wooden buildings, in an area without access to a supply of water to fight a larger fire.

Witnesses in the area identified “two youths named Franklin B. Chase and Henry C. Stackpole” as the culprits; they were arrested and brought before the local magistrate, at which point they confessed to other, earlier fires they had set. He said that the two boys had been “prowling around in the north part of town,” as described by the newspaper, “seeking a suitable spot whereon to plant their combustibles.” They tried breaking into local businesses, from a cooper’s shop near Cliff Road to a candle house on Pine Street, before settling on the warehouse

outside of town. Stackpole admitted that he had also set fire to Isaiah Nicholson’s barn, and Chase confessed to burning the shop of Christopher Hussey two years previously. As to motive—“in reply to a question put by the magistrate, Stackpole stated that in setting the various fires confessed to, he or they had no particular motive for their destructive conduct.” The paper went on to note that “there are still several suspicious characters at large, upon whose movements a watchful eye rests.”

The two youths were held over for trial, and were found guilty. They were sentenced to state prison for life, although the judge hoped that while there they might learn a useful trade, that would allow for the possibility of “executive clemency”—a pardon from the Governor—if they were found to be reformed. Later in the session another pair of young males, George H. Sanford and Edward P. Orpin—were indicted for burning the tool shed of Rowland Hinckley in March 1860. They received different sentences: Sanford was to be remanded to the state prison for a year, while Orpin received “eight months’ imprisonment in the House of Correction of this County.”

Although often used interchangeably today, “prison,” “jail,” and “house of correction” at that time had different meanings. A prison was for long-term confinement; a jail—or on Nantucket, a gaol—were for temporarily holding people charged with a crime or waiting to be transferred somewhere else; a house of correction was ostensibly a place where petty criminals, vagabonds, dipsomaniacs, and other social “undesirables” could be housed while they learned a trade or were reformed through the power of hard work. The House of Correction on Nantucket was originally located in Quaise near the Poor Asylum and close by Pest House Pond, named for the now-vanished location where people had traditionally been quarantined for smallpox and other communicable diseases. Later it wasmoved to town from Quaise, and placed next to the much smaller Old Gaol. It was demolished in the 1950s.

Other petty crimes continued be committed in town. A fourteen-year-old named William F. Davis was arraigned for larceny, charged with stealing from the shop of John G. Williams. Because this was the second occurrence—he had been sent to the Nantucket House of Corrections the previous October for the exact same offence—the judge ordered that he be committed to the “Nautical Branch of the State Reform School.”

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MAP of DOWNTOWN NANTUCKET

● NANTUCKET HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION PROPERTIES

whaLing museum: 13 Broad Street Hear the story of Nantucket over 4 centuries with rotating exhibits in 9 galleries. Daily programs, films, & a stunning view of town from the rooftop. Open from 10am.

oLdest house: 16 Sunset Hill Built in 1686; restored in 1990. 11am-4pm Wed.-Sat. June 14-Sept. 4.

greater Light: 8 Howard Street Built in the 1790s & transformed into a stunning whimsical summer home in the 1920s, this is home to the NHA Decorative Arts Program. 11am-4pm Wed-Sat. June 14-Sept. 4.

hadwen house: 96 Main Street This Greek Revival mansion built in 1846 is the only mansion of its era onisland open to the public. Exhibits include Nantucket Lightship Baskets, maps, and decorative arts. Open 11am-4pm May 27-Sept. 4.

oLd miLL: 50 Prospect St The oldest functioning mill in the USA, built in 1746. 11am- 4pm Wed.-Sat. June 14Sept. 4.

oLd gaoL: 15R Vestal Street Constructed of massive oak timbers with iron bolts & iron rods across the windows. The heavy wooden doors are reinforced with iron. 11am- 4pm Wed.-Sat. June 14-Sept. 4.

Please visit nha.org for hours, tours, ticket prices, and additional information.

shipwreck & Lifesaving museum: 158 Polpis Road eganmaritime.org Learn the dramatic history of Nantucket’s shipwrecks, lifesaving, and rescuers. Family activities. Free shuttle to the museum from Visitor Services downtown. Beautiful property at Folger’s Marsh open for picnics. Open May 26-October 9.

brant point Lighthouse: 2 Easton St First erected in 1746, America's second oldest lighthouse and at 26 feet tall, the shortest in New England.

nantucket atheneum: 1 India St The island’s public library was built in 1847 and is filled with art & artifacts as well as books, periodicals, digital materials. Children’s section, reading room, & public garden. Open Mon.-Sat.

pacific cLub: Lower Main St Built in 1772 by whaling merchant William Rotch, this is the only 18th century brick building still standing on-island. Quarterboard on the front lists names of 3 notable ships of Rotch: 2 in the Boston Tea Party and

the first ship to fly the American flag in London. first congregationaL church: 62 Centre St Built in 1725 & moved to this site in 1765. Open for services. Climb the tower for a view of town & the harbor.

st mary’s church: 3 Federal St Built in 1897. Open for services.

st pauL’s church: 20 Fair St Built in 1838 with Trinity stained glass windows. Open for services. methodist church: 2 Centre St Built in 1831. Open for services.

unitarian church: 11 Orange St Built in 1809. Houses the town clock & 1810 Portuguese Bell. Open for services.

three bricks: 93, 95 & 97 Main Street Identical brick mansions built 1836-38 by whaling merchant Joseph Starbuck for his sons. Now privately owned.

soLdiers & saiLors monument: Upper Main Street Built in 1875, this obelisk bears the names of 73 island men who died in the Civil War.

african meeting house: 29 York Street Built in 1827, the only public building constructed & occupied by African Americans in the 19th century still standing on-island.

NANTUCKET ISLAND BEACHES

NORTH SHORE AND HARBOR BEACHES

40th Pole: Great for families and young children, but no lifeguards. On Nantucket Sound; warm water during July, August and September inspired nickname “The Bathtub” for area nearby. Parking. Best access via 4WD vehicle.

Dionis: 3 miles from town by bike on the north side of Eel Point Rd off Madaket Road. Look for the boulder marked “Dionis.” Sheltered by dunes, calm waters for swimming, safe for children; restrooms, & parking. Beachgoers can take NRTA shuttle bus to Eel Point Rd stop & walk.

Steps: Between Dionis and Jetties beaches; access from Cliff Road. No lifeguard, no facilities, very little parking. Gentle surf; sandbar. Many steep steps must be descended to get to the beach.

Jetties: Easy bike ride from town, or take the shuttle bus. Great beach for families. Lifeguards, changing rooms, playground, volleyball nets, restrooms, showers, public phones, restaurant and take-out food service. Concession and restrooms handicap accessible; boardwalk to the beach. Tennis. Windsurfing, sailboat, and kayak rentals. Shuttle service from town to Jetties Beach is available seasonally.

Brant Point: Easy walk or bike ride from town. No lifeguard. Strong current; experienced swimmers; beach drops off suddenly under the water. Scenic beach with Brant Point Lighthouse; nice to sit and watch the boats rounding the point. Here is where to go to wave goodbye to friends and family departing on the Steamship.

Children’s: Harbor Beach, an easy walk from town down So. Beach Street and off Harbor View Way. Flotation devices are not permitted within the guarded area. Ideal for small children; park, playground, and bandstand; lifeguard, restrooms, showers, food service, picnic tables. Food, playground, and rest room are all accessible. Activities sponsored by Park & Recreation Commission are often held at this beach during the summer.

Francis Street: Five-minute walk from Main Street. Calm harbor waters for swimming; no lifeguard. Jungle gym, kayak rentals, bathroom.

SOUTH SHORE - OCEAN BEACHES

Cisco Beach: Four-mile bike ride to end of Hummock Pond Road. Heavy surf; lifeguard. No facilities. Parking. Rip currents can be strong.

Ladies Beach: To access, turn left at the end of Bartlett Farm Road. No facilities; no lifeguard. Limited parking. Rip current can be strong; heavy surf.

Miacomet Beach: at the end of Miacomet Road. Some parking. Surf and rip currents can be strong on the ocean side. No facilities or food service. This beach is near Miacomet Pond, but the pond is currently closed due to harmful algae.

South Shore Beach: at the end of South Shore Rd. Limited parking; difficult to access beach, 4WD is advisable. No lifeguard; no facilities.

Surfside: Located at the end of Surfside Road, a three-mile ride on paved bike path or take the shuttles. Easy to park. Plenty of surf, wide beach is good for picnics, beach games, and surfcasting. Kite flying west of Surfside Beach is acceptable; for safety reasons, please do not fly kites east of Surfside toward the airport. Due to the number of people who frequent Surfside Beach during the day, it is inadvisable to fly kites during the peak beachgoing hours. Lifeguard, restrooms, showers, public phones, food service. Shuttle service from town to Surfside Beach is available seasonally.

Fisherman’s Beach: Located between Surfside Beach and Nobadeer. No parking; Beach access via steep wooden steps. Plenty of surf, wide beach is good for picnics, beach games, and surfcasting. No lifeguard; no facilities.

Nobadeer: Located near the airport. Limited parking; difficult to access beach. Plenty of surf, wide beach is good for picnics, beach games, and surfcasting. No lifeguard; no facilities.

Madequecham: Land Bank property at the end of Madequecham Valley Road; rough sand road. Parking. No facilities; no lifeguards. Rip current can be strong; heavy surf.

Tom Nevers (“Pebble Beach“): Surf can be heavy; very coarse sand. No lifeguard; no facilities. Good for fishing. Strong rip currents; heavy surf. Access to the beach can be difficult.

WESTERN SHORE - OCEAN BEACHES

Madaket: As far west as you can go, six-mile bike ride on scenic, paved bike path, or take the shuttle bus. Heavy surf, lifeguard, restrooms. Famous for its incredible sunsets.

EASTERN SHORE - OCEAN BEACHES

Siasconset: Regular shuttle bus service or seven-mile ride on paved bike path. Surf can be heavy; lifeguard. Food available in nearby village of ’Sconset. Low Beach: 4WD access. Surf can be heavy; no lifeguard.

BAY & POND BEACHES

Miacomet Pond: This fresh water pond is currently closed due to harmful algae. Pocomo Beach: Great for kayaking and to learn to windsurf. Just west of the Head of the Harbor. Good for children. No lifeguards, no facilities.

Eel Point: Good for fishing and watching the sunset. No lifeguard; no facilities. Limited parking. Rip currents can be strong.

Coskata-Coatue and Great Point: at the end of Wauwinet Road, past The Wauwinet Inn. Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge managed by Trustees of Reservations; beach sticker required for vehicles from Trustees of Reservations. Great for fishing and for seeing Great Point Lighthouse up close. Rolling dunes, bayberry, beach plum, heather, and beach grass. Salt marsh and maritime shrubland. The largest red cedar savanna and woodland in New England. Gray and harbor seals. Public restrooms available at the lighthouse Memorial Day-Columbus Day. Sections of the refuge are sometimes closed to protect nesting shorebirds. Dogs permitted only from Sept. 16 thru March 31 and must be leashed at all times. Guided tours with Trustee naturalists offered in-season. Seasonal hunting permitted. For more details, go to www.TheTrustees.org Property Lookup.

Sesachacha Pond: off Polpis Road. Great for families; warm water; no facilities; no lifeguard. Parking. Near the Audubon Sesachacha Heathlands and Wildlife Sanctuary.

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BEACH SAFETY

•Learn to swim. If you can’t swim an overhead stroke for at least 15 minutes you should not be in the ocean. •Never swim alone. Always swim with a buddy, and swim near a lifeguard whenever possible. •Stay out of the “surf zone” where the waves break at the shoreline. Waves are at their greatest force here, and even a small wave can lift you up and throw you headfirst into the sand. •Never run from the beach into the water and dive headfirst into the waves. Sandbars that cannot be seen from the surface may be present and/or the water may be too shallow.

•Don’t jump or dive into the water from a pier or rock jetty. From a pier or jetty, water appears much deeper than it really is. What looks like 10 or 20 feet of water may only be 2 to 3 feet deep. Diving in could be fatal. The same applies for jumping headfirst into the ocean or a wave from a surfboard – don’t do it! It’s not a risk worth taking. •If you are body surfing or boogie boarding, always keep your arms out in front of you to protect your head and neck. •A rip current will pull you away from the shore, but it will not pull you under. If you’re caught in a rip current, do not swim toward the shore! Instead, swim parallel to the shore, until you’re out of the rip current. Then, swim in to shore. •Never drink alcohol or use drugs at the beach. It clouds your ability to make wise decisions, and that could be fatal! •Take direction from lifeguards at all times.

Island Rum Runners

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that despite the easy passage of Prohibition, Americans were not too keen on obeying the new law.

None of the government law enforcement agencies prepared for active resistance to the new laws. They were particularly lax in not anticipating the role of organized crime in fulfilling the market demand for spirits of any type or quality. The federal government tasked the Coast Guard with suppressing smugglers and bootleggers working within the country's territorial waters, a job for which they were unprepared. The FBI and local police departments kept busy elsewhere.

The new exhibit emphasizes how Nantucketers and summer visitors avoided consumption restrictions with stories, photos, and maybe a few myths to tell. There is a large, colorful map of the island pointing out locations of, among other things, an underground distillery, a tea house serving smuggled "maple syrup," and a Coast Guard station from which a couple of thousand bottles of smuggled booze simply disappeared.

There was a serious side to enforcing these laws, and the exhibit acknowledges the cost and contributions of the men and women of all law enforcement agencies, especially the U.S. Coast Guard. With the generous support of Congress, the Coast Guard acquired faster and larger ships, new equipment, and heavier armament. The size of the force expanded, and with airplanes, code-breakers, and enhanced communication capabilities, they were getting prepared

for challenges that would be presented during the rest of the twentieth century.

During times of war or under Presidential order, the U.S. Coast Guard becomes part of the U.S. Navy. In World War I, it played a crucial role in coastal defense, and during World War II, it was a full participant in both the Atlantic and Pacific theaters. In photos and text, the exhibit tells the story of the USCGC Spencer W36, a ship upon which the museum's founder Robert Caldwell served. This ship and its crew sank a WWII German U-Boat, and recused and captured the U-Boat survivors. International defense missions continue to be a part of the U.S. Coast Guard service to the country.

As noted above, lifesaving is part of the Coast Guard's DNA because the U.S. Lifesaving Service was one of its parent organizations. As steam and motorized ships replaced sailing vessels, the old lifesaving techniques became less critical and disappeared with the introduction of helicopters in the 1950s. Today, few actions exceed the awe with which we view Coast Guard rescues at sea when watching a super swimmer jump out of a helicopter in the middle of a winter storm. All this and more are part of the 2023 featured exhibit at the Egan Maritime Institute's Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum.

Located at 158 Polpis Road, the museum is open Monday through Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm. Their Shipwreck Shuttle offers free rides to and from the museum; the shuttle departs from Visitors Services at 25 Federal Street, on the half-hour, starting at 9:30 am.

Nantucket with Love & Respect

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based. Islanders prefer taking care of their own. Yes, there are some state-wide organizations with important land, but the majority land owners are island-based. That’s important considering our unique ethic. Our beaches are free, and so are our trails, as is parking at any trail head. So much of what is monetized off-island is free and open here. It’s the Nantucket way.

Some organization like LLNF have additional conservation restrictions on our land listed via a CR. This legally binding document goes above and beyond a mission statement to decree what can and cannot happen on the land. As a wildlife refuge, for example, LLNF doesn’t allow dogs or bicycles, as well as some other prohibitions. It’s not always popular, but that’s on the list of restrictions in order to protect ground-nesting birds and other wildlife. LLNF trails are open for passive recreation, and all are welcome to enjoy the property sunup to sundown. Any restrictions regarding use and activities are prescribed for the protection of resources and our jobs of upholding the mission and the legally binding Conservation Restrictions.

People don’t need to know the details of such restrictions (CRs) or every aspect of a strategic plan unless they’re particularly interested. That is where the leadership and staff of an organization comes in. Along with the board, they work to uphold the mission and steward the land. This can take many forms, mowing fire breaks, maintaining trails, planting trees, building docks, and, yes, even occassionally closing roads. Behind all of these decisions are well thought out plans established in order to achieve various management goals. None of it taken lightly or done impulsively.

As an ecologist, I spent a lot of time in school learning about conservation principals, methods, research, and details about flora and fauna. We learn about threats to our native biodiversity and how to combat them, as well as how to enhance our native biodiversity and habitats all in the name of protecting our ecosystems and our natural resources.

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Nantucket with Love & Respect

What we didn’t learn very much about, but something we as conservation professionals contend with every day, is the management of people. Sometimes it’s just additional signage needed to steer someone away from a trail under repair. Other times, it’s getting people to keep their dogs on leashes to protect the nesting birds. Most people understand and want to do the right thing. It’s when a few people take actions or ignore signage that create consequences that affect many more.

Of all of the open space and conservation land on Nantucket, the majority of the more than 9,000 acres is actually private property. And, as such, it is a privilege, not a right, to access, use, and recreate on these lands. We forget that as we park in the lot to head to Ladies Beach, take a walk with the dogs and grab

some poop bags, and throw trash in the can provided. It’s how we do things here: we take care of each other. And that goes for the land as well. Do unto others, right?

Except when we don’t.

Trash and landscape debris tossed onto conservation land, out-of-control beach parties littering the sand, beach fires leaving rusted nails hidden in the sand, and off-road drivers leaving scars on the landscape for years are just a few of the overuse and misuse activities that happen here regularly. Not everyone abuses the privileges of Nantucket, but the actions of those who do result in consequences for everyone.

It’s not an inalienable right to use someone else’s property as you like. We are so fortunate that our beaches are free, the parking is free, trash cans, and trails…all free. But by abusing what is a privilege for us to use, conservation professionals must step in and take action. Our obligation is to the land, the conservation ethic, the mission of the organization, and the wishes of the families who entrusted the lands to us.

It’s true that nature is for all. But nature shouldn’t be exploited and used in every way for people to feel connected to it. There are still trails to enjoy, roads to meander, and docks to sit at and fish.

The classic “Tragedy of the Commons” describes a situation where numerous independent individuals enjoy unfettered access to a finite, valuable resource— a stretch of conservation land, for example. With this unfettered access, some will tend to over-use it, and may end up destroying its value altogether. To exercise voluntary restraint is not a rational choice for any one individual—if they did, the others would merely take over that use—yet the predictable result is a tragedy for all. As we are want to say: Nantucket is different. Historically, our island held sheep in a commons. This practice wasn’t without problems, but islanders worked together to make it a success. We can do that again. Remind each other what is important and take care of our land.

As Aldo Leopold wrote in A Sand County Almanac, “We abuse land because we regard it as a commodity belonging to us. When we see land as a community to which we belong, we may begin to use it with love and respect.”

Let us all treat our open space with love and respect ensuring that this valuable resource remains open for all.

Their Happy Place

that I had to get back to Nantucket in September. He was right.”

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Brian and Tracy told me that the best thing about fishing Great Point is the relationships that they’ve developed over the years. “I met Michael O’Neil, Dave Small, Liz Shannon, and Kyle Snell while fishing out there. They were always helpful about showing me where and how to fish – different roads, access points. And Mike turned me on to Albie Snax, my favorite lure.” The Albie Snax is a translucent soft plastic bait that fishermen use with a single worm hook, either unweighted or with a lead keel weight. They don’t cast very far, but their action in the water is hard to beat. “If I could fish them with the wind at my back, I would fish them all day long. Soft plastic fishing is my favorite.”

Tracy loves to walk the beach while Brian is fishing. “I went for six miles today. I just walk along, listening to music while walking. I also love Elin Hilderbrand’s books. I bought her newest one to read while Brian is fishing. This is the most relaxing thing for me.” A veteran first grade teacher with 26 years of service is certainly entitled to some Great Point beach relaxation, I would say!

Brian, my birthday twin, hit a special milestone last September when he turned 50 years old. He made it a very special occasion by utilizing a bunch of accrued vacation time and renting a place for five weeks in order to fish the Fall Classic Fishing Tournament. This tournament is basically the Super Bowl of Nantucket fishing. Anglers compete from Labor Day to Columbus Day, seeking to catch their biggest striped bass, bluefish, false albacore, and bonito, as measured by length (catch and release tournament). Those four different species require a lot of skill and endurance to target and catch. Brian was ready. “I’ve participated in this tournament for 11 consecutive years, I believe. I have kept my buttons from each tournament, except for the 2019 one: I lost that one.” If anyone out there has a spare 2019 button, let me know—Brian’s birthday is coming up in a couple of months.

Brian knows his stuff when it comes to beach fishing. “My most memorable day was when I caught 30 albies in one day. That was before the seals were thick, and you could land most of the fish you hooked. I was throwing a bone-colored

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epoxy jig, 7/8 ounce. It was snotty: a big southwest wind was howling. I fished the outside (eastern) edge of Great Point.”

Tracy added, “Thirty is Brian’s lucky number. That was his lacrosse number in college. Plus our first date was on January 30, and our wedding was on September 30. It’s a very special number!”

Brian hit the beach running for the Fall Classic tournament. He quickly caught a big bluefish that measured 36.5 inches. Eventually he beached a 29inch false albacore. He badly needed to catch a bonito, the scarcest of the four tournament fish. Remember how your high school teachers would explain how difficult it is to make up for a zero grade? Yeah, that’s how it is with the bonito. The tournament could not be won without catching a bonito, and not a lot of them were being caught.

Brian persevered. “I finally caught my bonito in the fourth week. Now I knew that I had a chance! It was my make or break moment for the tournament. Then it was time to find a big striper.”

Brian fished hard, putting in 14-hour days. Other fishermen were cheering him on, knowing that he had a shot at winning the tournament. “Dave Small, Dave Bold, and (two time Fall Classic winner) John Colton: they were very supportive and all gave me little tips about where to try.” Brian eventually found his way to Eel Point, an area that had been holding some big fish during the daytime. “Lois Boland (previous Fall Classic winner) had just caught a 41-inch monster during the day. I figured I had a shot.” Brian ended up catching a 37-inch striped bass. That gave him his final point total of 129.5 inches, just four points behind the eventual tournament winner Scott McGovern and enough for a second place finish.

Brian was happy with his effort. “It’s about trying to take in as much as you can. Life is short. I try to maximize my time on the beach. I think it’s a fear of missing out on the big one swimming by!” he laughed.

Brian and Tracy cherish their Nantucket time, particularly their time spent on the beaches of Great Point. They cherish the many friendships that they have developed out there. We should all take a lesson from their good example.

Steve “Tuna” Tornovish is a Nantucket native who has spent his life fishing from the beaches of his beloved island. He loves to introduce clients to the joy of fishing with his Nantucket Island Fishing Adventures: stevetuna.com

Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

Over Sand Vehicle Permits

Required Year Round

Purchase your permit online : www.thetrustees.org/permits

Refuge & Beaches

Open Daily 9am to sunset

Rental Jeep Day Passes available at the rental site. Day Passes also available for personal 4x4 vehicles.

508-228-5646

#2 for property conditions

thetrustees.org/ccwr

To all our supporters and those who love Nantucket’s natural beauty, we look forward to another season with you! Remember access is not guaranteed due to environmental conditions. Call ahead!

508-228-5550

20 Broad Street

Nantucket Tide Chart

Events & Entertainment

9 to 10 AM - Feeding Frenzy at Maria Mitchell Assn. Aquarium

Join MMA staff as they feed the hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens. Fun for all ages. Registration required at mariamitchell.org.

9 to 10 AM - Ravenous Reptiles for Ages 4+

Learn about unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, & more at the MMA Natural Science Museum and touch or hold several of the MMA’s animals. $15; pre-registration required at MariaMitchell.org: at least 1 adult must sign up with children.

9 to 11 AM - Marine Ecology Field Trip

Help collect, identify and release fish, crabs, shrimp, & other marine life during this program that is part of a research project & interesting for adults + kids. $30 per participant. Register at 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org

9:30 to 10:30 AM - Beading Bonanza for Ages 2-6

Explore the art of beading from bracelet and necklace to keychain making, kids can choose from a large variety of beads of various materials, shapes, sizes, and colors, designing & creating their own jewelry. $58; register at BarnabysNantucket.com or 508-680-1553.

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 AM - Barrett’s Tours

Historic tours offered daily departing from 25 Federal St., across from the Visitors Centre. Reservations: call 508-228-0174. Offered again at 1 & 3 pm

10 AM - Cruise with Ack Sail

A Nantucket sailing charter or harbor cruise for up to 17 passenges. Celebrate engagements, weddings, family reunions, or special time spent with good friends. Call 508-423-9985 or acksail.com. Again at 1pm, 4pm, & sunset.

10 AM to 3:30 PM - Free Family Activities at Shipwreck Museum

Unique outdoor activities featuring nautical crafts, marine science, rescue demonstrations, & more. Outside on the grounds of the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Road; free shuttle departs from 25 Federal St starting at 9:30 am.

10 AM to 6 PM - Lola Saratoga at Respoke Nantucket

Don’t miss this special pre-owned luxury designer trunk show held at Respoke Nantucket, 41 Straight Wharf.

10 AM to 6 PM - Chris Davies Trunk Show & Personal Appearance

Jewelry designed by Davies exhibits a rare fluidity and thoughtful use of color. Meet the artist behind this stunning jewelry at Calista West, 12 Main Street.

10:30 - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

Walk through Nantucket town with an NHA Museum Guide & hear the story of the rise and fall of whaling, the beginnings of tourism, and social & racial development on-island. Again at 1:30pm Rain or shine. Tickets at nha.org.

11 to 12 AM - Resin Art Class for Ages 6+

This popular class dives into the depths of mixed media from painting, sculpting, drawing, & much more! Kids design and create resin trays for trinkets, jewelry, and whatever else your child’s heart desires. $58; register at BarnabysNantucket.com or 508-680-1553.

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

Relax on a narrated tour of the inner harbor & enjoy ice cream with friends & family. Again at 1, 2:25, & 4 pm. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

11:15 AM - The Signature Historic Tour with Island Tours

July

July

A narrated tour of historic sites in town, Old Mill, Oldest House, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head Lighthouse & more with knowledgeable guides in new air-conditioned buses. Learn about Nantucket’s history. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington St. Again at 1 pm & 2:45pm. Nantucketbustours.com or 508-228-0334.

11:45 AM - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

A 2-1/2 hr tour of the west end of Nantucket. Visit Madaket, then travel to the Cisco area with stops at Bartlett’s Farm & Cisco Brewers. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington st. or at Nantucketbustours.com or call 508-228-0334.

2 PM - Lost Farm Sanctuary Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

The area is within Nantucket’s oldest outwash plain of sandplain grasslands & pitch pine forests + a cattail-choked inlet with a small walkway. This hike is close to Cisco Beach & Cisco Brewery. Tickets at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466.

2 to 3 PM - Bug Bonanza with Maria Mitchell Assn. for Ages 4+

Find out what insects and small creatures live in the grasses, flowers, & trees of Nantucket. Collect insects like a scientist & learn about their behaviors before we release them. Pre-registration recommended at 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org

4 to 6 PM - Wines & Rinds

Taste wines and cheeses every Friday afternoon at Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Road. 508-228-9403 BartlettsFarm.com

4 to 6 PM - Teen Game Night

Teens & tweens are invited to play a selection of games in the Learning Lab, including Nintendo Switch games like Just Dance and Mario Party, as well as board games like Trouble, Strategy, & more. Atheneum, 1 India St.

Braving the Dangers of Fiction

from page 7

Fiction does not allow you such safety. You have to inhabit the character, be it speaker or subject, and walk around in its shoes for a while. Huckleberry Finn forces the reader to confront racism because Huck is racist. Of the course of the novel, through misadventure, accident, and brutality, Huck loses the unexamined racism of his Aunts and his home.

For a reader, the realization and the shock of Huck’s racism rattles you in the comfort of the beach chair. But it takes works of fiction to get you off the dry safety of the boat and into the teeming life of the world. When you dry off from Huck Finn, you are not the same person who dove in all of those hours ago.

As such, fiction is dangerous. When you dive into that work, you don’t know what monsters you will encounter—and what monster you might find yourself becoming. Most parents and the school systems that answer their angry phone calls don’t want something as clumsy as a dead white author performing some sort of emotional brain surgery on their child. F. Scott Fitzgerald, in his white male privilege, still goads everyone with the green light ever receding into the past. Agatha Christie, with her cooling cup of Earl Grey and her scones, delicately puts the mind of a murderer in the reader’s head. No matter how many Instagram posts and TikTok videos come after, the possibility of Olde English Murder remains with the reader. Agatha Christie, gentle old soul that she was, lords over a particularly nasty tidepool of life.

I don’t ask students to read fiction so that they can be serial killers, bootleggers, and racists. I ask them to read fiction so that they can develop some empathy. In Atticus Finch’s words, you need to step in someone else’s shoes and walk around for awhile. You need to get in the water, get wet, and see what animals you live with and what animal you are. People all do strange things; the only way to understand that is to get into their heads and swim around a bit.

Our world has created a generation wracked with anxiety and self-doubt, in spite of their trophies and their grades. We have kept them dry and away from shore by leading them through the museums of non-fiction with its comfortable smug distance between “what they thought then” and “what we know now.” In fiction, they have to descend into the near dark, with its bright schools of fish, its skittering crabs, and something flashing white in the depths. Let them see through the minds of others and perhaps they will discover themselves.

Crisis Response & Support

Fairwinds

Souza’s Seafood

Events & Entertainment

4 to 7 PM - Live Music at Cisco Brewers

Featuring Soul Shot at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

from page 26

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

5:30 to 8 PM - Tall Ship Lynx Sunset Sail and Shipwreck Stories

Enjoy beautiful, relaxing sunset sail in Nantucket Sound, while an Egan Maritime educator tells dramatic tales of famous Nantucket shipwrecks. BYOB & pack a snack. $120 (launch fee incl.); tickets at EganMaritime.org. (members $100)

6 to 7:30 PM - Art Talk with Stephen Wilkes

Renowned photographer Stephen Wilkes will discuss his career & body of work with a special focus on his new image of Nantucket from his “Day to Night” series, Q&A follows. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. 508-228-1110

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

7 to 8 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

Nothing beats a Nantucket Sunset. Grab your favorite beverages & snacks and c’mon aboard for one of the best shows in town! Departure time will vary with sunset. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com

7 PM - Rock of Ages by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket

This big summer musical takes you back to the totally awesome time of big bands with big egos playing big guitar solos, and sporting even bigger hair! Theatre Workshop production features hits of bands including Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, & more. Tickets at theatrenantucket.org

8 PM - Live Music at the Brotherhood

Live music up stairs in the Cisco Surf Bar at Brotherhood of Thieves, 23 Broad Street. brotherhoodnantucket.com

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route

A 3/4-mi, 80 min stroll in the historic district to 5 of the most haunted spots. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 6-12. Cash Only. No reservations necessary, Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 10 min early. 774-325-8972

SATURDAY, JULY 8

7 AM - Sports Fishing on the Herbert T Capt. Fred Tonkin is an experienced island fisherman who will take you to where the fish are biting. All equipment provided. A fishing trip on the Herbert T is a memorable experience for the whole family. Reservations: 508-228-6655 (evenings call 508-257-4176). Trips at 7am, 10am, 1pm, 4pm

8 AM - ACK Clean Team

Help clean up various parts of Nantucket. We supply everything you need, including grabbers. Meet at Handlebar Cafe, 15 Washington St. or meet at end of South Shore Road to clean Sewer Beds & Beach area.

8:30 AM - Nantucket in Bloom Walk

A 2-mile, nonstop, exercise walk, with historic commentary past historic mansions and the most beautiful gardens of Nantucket Town. Tour gathers 10 min early at Main and Centre Streets, in front of bank. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 6-12. Cash Only. whjamieson@gmail.com 774-325-8972

9 to 9:30 AM - Half-Hour Hayrides at Bartlett’s Farm

A fun ride for families on the go. Hayrides are 30-minutes long. Kids can add a sticker book and do the scavenger hunt for $5. For ages 3 & up with parent. $35; under 2 free. Tickets at BartlettsFarm.com or 508-228-9403. ., .

9 to 10 AM - Feeding Frenzy at Maria Mitchell Assn. Aquarium

Join MMA staff as they feed the hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens. Fun for all ages. Registration required at mariamitchell.org.

9 to 10 AM - Ravenous Reptiles for Ages 4+

Learn about unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, & more at the MMA Natural Science Museum and touch or hold several of the MMA’s animals. $15; pre-registration required at MariaMitchell.org: at least 1 adult must sign up with children.

9:30 to 10:30 AM - Fairy House Wonderlands for Ages 2-6

This class focuses on designing & creating all the miniature elements that come together to build a child’s own special, little world using mixed media, recycled, & raw materials. $58 Reserve a spot at BarnabysNantucket.com or 508-680-1553 ., .

9:30 AM to 4 PM - STEM Grab & Go Bag: Penny Spinners

Have fun decorating simple spinners & watching their colors blend and change as they spin! Instructions & most supplies included. Pick up while supplies last at the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 AM - NanPuppets at Children’s Beach

An original performance of Lizza Obremski’s phenomenal Nanpuppets to delight all ages. Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way.

10 to 11 AM - Nantucket by Water Whaling History Tour

Learn what life was like in the late 1800s during the Whaling Era & see remaining historic landmarks. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com

10 to 11 AM - Read to a Buddy with R.E.A.D. Dogs for Ages 6-12

R.E.A.D Dogs are certified therapy dogs trained to be good listeners. This is a fun, relaxed, nonjudgmental way to become more confident & enjoy reading. Registration required at 508-228-1110 x103. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

10 AM - Barrett’s Tours

Historic tours offered daily departing from 25 Federal St., across from the Visitors Centre. Reservations: call 508-228-0174. Offered again at 1 & 3 pm

10 AM - Cruise with Ack Sail

A Nantucket sailing charter or harbor cruise for up to 17 passenges. Celebrate engagements, weddings, family reunions, or special time spent with good friends. Call 508-423-9985 or acksail.com. Again at 1pm, 4pm, & sunset.

10 AM to 6 PM - Lola Saratoga at Respoke Nantucket

Don’t miss this special pre-owned luxury designer trunk show held at Respoke Nantucket, 41 Straight Wharf.

10:30 - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

Walk through Nantucket town with an NHA Museum Guide & hear the story of the rise and fall of whaling, the beginnings of tourism, and social & racial development on-island. Again at 1:30pm Rain or shine. Tickets at nha.org.

10:30 AM to 12 PM - Book Signing with Ed Hajim

Meet the author of The Island of the Four P’s as he signs his books at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street.

11 AM - Nantucket by Water Oyster Farm Tour

Cruise up harbor to a working oyster farm and see how oysters are grown and why they are so beneficial. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com

Departure times: 11 am to 1 pm & 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm

11 to 12 AM - Getting Slime-y for Ages 2 to 6

This class is all things messy, from making Bubble Bath Play Dough, Slime, to Kinetic Sand, this class will ensure that your house stays clean while we make the mess! $58; register at BarnabysNantucket.com or 508-680-1553.

11 AM to 12 PM - Saturday Science with Maria Mitchell Assn.

Dive into the microscopic world, investigate shark biology, create agar art, or collect and examine phytoplankton. Program for adults & children ages 5+. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-register at MariaMitchell.org

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

Relax on a narrated tour of the inner harbor & enjoy ice cream with friends & family. Again at 1, 2:25, & 4 pm. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

11:15 AM - The Signature Historic Tour with Island Tours

A narrated tour of historic sites in town, Old Mill, Oldest House, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head Lighthouse & more with knowledgeable guides in new air-conditioned buses. Learn about Nantucket’s history. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington St. Again at 1 pm & 2:45pm. Nantucketbustours.com or 508-228-0334. ., .

2:45 PM - Beechwood Farm Loop with Nantucket Walkabout

This property in Polpis shares elements of maritime or coastal heathlands habitat: native tree species, meadows, & wetlands. You’ll feel you’re exploring Yoda’s home swamp planet of Dagobah. Tickets at 508-422-7466 or WalkNantucket.com

4 to 7 PM - Live Music at Cisco Brewers

Featuring Soul Shot at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

6 to 7:30 PM - Author Talk by Dr. Kogan: Why America Needs Mediation

Dr. Eugene B. Kogan will discusses his co-authored book Mediation-Negotiation by Other Moves in the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

6:45 PM - Polpis Harbor Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

As the sun sets over Nantucket Harbor & Coatue, learn from Guide Peter Brace how geological forces formed Nantucket & Polpis Harbors & about salt marsh ecosystem in the harbors & conservation efforts. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com

7 to 8 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

Nothing beats a Nantucket Sunset. Grab your favorite beverages & snacks and c’mon aboard for one of the best shows in town! Departure time will vary with sunset. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com

7 PM - Rock of Ages by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket

This big summer musical takes you back to the totally awesome time of big bands with big egos playing big guitar solos, and sporting even bigger hair! Theatre Workshop production features hits of bands including Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, & more. Tickets at theatrenantucket.org

High Speed Ferry

Reservations strongly recommended

Straight Wharf | Nantucket

508.228.3949

GREAT POINT

is the home of the Great Point Lighthouse and is accessible by foot or fourwheel drive vehicles.

Extreme caution should be exercised when traveling to Great Point due to driving in soft sand. Please respect restricted conservation areas.

NANTUCKET ISLAND

41° 17' 30" Latitude by 70° 05' 30" Longitude ~ The winter population is approximately 20,000

Approximate distances, in miles to various locations of Nantucket Island from Main Street and Orange Street (Paci fi c National Bank) Airport 3.5 miles

Sankaty Lighthouse 9.5 miles Siasconset (via Polpis) 10.5 miles Smith Point 7 miles Squam 8.5 miles Surfside 3.5 miles

Altar Rock (via Polpis) 6 miles

Tom Nevers Head 6.5 miles Wauwinet 9 miles

Another great way to get around the island is by using the Nantucket Regional Transit Authority’s (NRTA) Wave Bus. The Greenhound Station in town has routes servicing Sconset, Madaket, Miacomet, Mid Island, the Airport, Surfside Beach and Jetties Beach. Follow the QR code for a system-wide map of all their routes.

Eel Point 6 miles Madaket 6.75 miles

Monomoy 2 miles

Quaise 3.5 miles Quidnet 7.5 miles

Nantucket Island is just about 14 miles by 3-1/2 miles, and there are miles of bike paths to nearly every area. This means that riding a bicycle is one of the best ways to get around our island. Follow the QR code to discover miles of bike paths, where to rent bikes, biking tips, and where to fi nd water stations along the way.

Island Fun & Shopping

Adventure / Eco-Tours

Nantucket by Water

508-228-7037

A Variety of Boat Tours for All Ages Straight Wharf, Slip #1011

Call or visit us on Straight Wharf for your Island Adventure NANTUCKET by WATER (formerly Shearwater Excursions) is a local family-run company dedicated to providing unique tours and cruises to individuals and families of all age groups. From small kids to grandparents, NBW has trips that cater to your needs and taste for adventure. Whether you take a leisurely tour around Nantucket Harbor, or a longer adventure exploring the wildlife sanctuary of Coatue or visiting the unique 5th Bend Oyster Farm, Nantucket By Water promises an exceptional experience. nantucketbywater.com

Nantucket Walkabout

508-422-7466

Daily Guided Wilderness Hikes on Nantucket see website for hikes & times

Book online & meet at Handlebar Cafe, 15 Washington St

Explore Nantucket’s wilderness with “Walking Nantucket” and “Nantucket: A Natural History” author and naturalist Peter Brace, and learn how the last glacier formed the island. Experience wildlife and rare plants. Learn about Nantucket’s conservation efforts, ecology and the Native Americans that lived here. $50 adults, $25 age 12 & younger. Private hikes available. Apple Pay, Android Pay, MC, Visa, Amex, &Discover accepted. Get more information & reservations at nantucketwalkabout.com

Natural History Tour

Refuge & beaches open daily 9am-sunset.

Sara Campbell

Open for the 2023 season

Celebrating Made in the USA every day!

508-680-1626

5 South Beach St.

All year long SARA CAMPBELL offers color and detail to a woman’s wardrobe with her beautiful silhouettes of dresses and sportswear, but when summer arrives – it’s time to play! Fun beachwear, accessories, jewelry, and other seaside essentials are available in her chic shop. Our apparel is proudly made in the USA! Visit SARA CAMPBELL at 5 South Beach to find the perfect look … see you soon! shop.saracampbell.com

Serenella 44

Open daily

Ready-to-Wear, Accessories, Apothecary, Casa

508-228-3400

44 Centre Street

SERENELLA 44 is pleased to present the limited-edition CABANA X DAVID HICKS collaboration to Nantucket. The tableware collection is a tribute to the exceptional talent of the interior designer, pairing the stylistic legacy of HICKS with the eccentricity of CABANA. In addition, experience a curated selection of ready-to-wear, accessories, apothecary, and casa from the most fashionable brands you have yet to know, including Chateau Orlando - Italy, Emporio Sirenuse - Italy, Juan de Dios & Moye - Colombia, Les Ottomans - Turkey, Leret Leret - USA, Costa Brazil - Brazil, and Collectiva Conception - Mexico. serenellausa.com

Serenella Nantucket

Open daily

Ready-to-Wear, Accessories, Fine Jewelry

508-228-3400

9 South Beach Street

508-228-5646

Summer tours offered thru October at Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

Join our naturalist guide on an over-sand vehicle Natural History Tour through Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge. Witness Nantucket’s most expansive salt marsh, learn about the geology, ecology and history of this special place. Refuge & beaches open daily 9am-sunset: permits required. Guided tours are available on Wednesday, Thursday, and Monday: call about private tours. To check property conditions, call 508-228-5646 & press #2. thetrustees.org/ccwr

Apparel & Accessories

Blue Beetle

Open Daily

Clothing, Accessories, Jewelry, Gifts

508-228-3227

12 Main Street

Located at 12 Main Street, BLUE BEETLE reflects the playfulness and elegance of island living. We strive to provide a collection of carefully curated clothing, jewelry, gifts and accessories that portray the summer lifestyle on Nantucket. The boutique is filled with modern, chic, and contemporary fashions to suit every occasion. We proudly sell Joules, Jude Connally, Captiva Cashmere, Lilla P and MZ Wallace. Known for our Nantucket Jewelry, there is something for everyone; beads to fit Pandora, rings, bracelets and of course our charm bar, where you can create your own unique island necklace. Shop year round in store or visit us online at BlueBeetleNantucket.com

Commonwealth

Heralded by Elle Magazine as one of the top 50 boutiques in the world and consistently voted Best of Boston, SERENELLA offers the best of ready-to-wear, accessories, and fine jewelry from around the globe. For the 2023 season, we are pleased to welcome the world of Thom Browne presented exclusively at SERENELLA, featuring the house’s innovative and distinctive designs. In addition, experience a curated selection from established and emerging designers for women, including Barrie, Giambattista Valli, God’s True Cashmere, High Sport, Lanvin, Marlo Laz, Massimo Alba, Patou, and more. serenellausa.com

Artists & Galleries

Artists Association of Nantucket

508-228-0294

“Envision Nantucket” through Aug. 7 In-Person Gallery & Online Exhibits

“Summer Small Works” through July 17

19 Washington St.

The mission of the ARTISTS ASSOCIATION OF NANTUCKET is to foster the visual arts on Nantucket. They create a vibrant arts community by promoting, supporting, and encouraging the work of Nantucket artists, providing educational programs in the arts, and preserving the legacy of Nantucket artists. AAN has two in-town galleries: the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery at 19 Washington Street where you can view “Summer Small Works” through July 17, and The Big Gallery upstairs at 12 Straight Wharf, where you can view the juried show “Envision Nantucket” through August 7. Stay in touch at nantucketarts.org for a schedule of downtown Gallery Exhibits as well as classes and workshops at the Visual Arts Center (VAC) at 24 Amelia Drive. Visit AAN’s online gallery at sales.nantucketarts.org to view regularly changing exhibitions of fresh, original artwork from iconic Nantucket artists. nantucketarts.org

G. S. Hill Gallery

Open Daily 10 am to 5 pm

Oils, watercolors, prints, and note cards by G. S. Hill

508-228-1353

40 Straight Wharf

508.680.1399

12 Oak Street Fabulous Resale. Fresh Finds.

Open Daily. Visit us in the store & online!

COMMONWEALTH is a unique resale boutique where we believe even clothes deserve a second chance. This eclectic little shop on Oak Street specializes in curating quality gently used pieces from your favorite designers. Come in to find preloved gems or bring in your gently used items to turn your closet into cash!

Current Vintage

Mon-Sat 9 am to 9 pm & Sun. 10 am to 9 pm

Wine • Clothing • Home • Gifts • Provisions

Commonwealthnantucket.com

508-228-5073

4 Easy Street

CURRENT VINTAGE is a fun and original concept store with a carefully edited mix of vintage clothing & accessories, wines, cheeses, and home goods. Everything here is thoughtfully chosen, including exclusive Nantucket gifts and a selection of nearly 400 wines. CV is a beloved island institution, celebrating more than 15 years in the heart of Nantucket. Join us for fun vibe & serious wines! currentvintage.com

The Dress Code

Lifestye Clothing & Accessories for Women

Clothing, Jewelry, Handbags

508-680-1716

9 Centre Street

Second season for this little gem of a boutique, a favorite shopping hotspot with locals and visitors alike. This clothing and accessories boutique offers an eclectic array of specialty merchandise for women of all ages, sizes and styles. Discover hand selected Italian linen, gorgeous dresses from Bali, embellished and sequined sun dresses from Paris, travel friendly and wrinkle resistant fabrics, soft cotton and textured fabrics from USA, and virtually something for every occasion. New merchandise arrives daily and you will always see something new and unique! Locations in Islamorada and Ocean Reef Club® in The Florida Keys. Shop online at ZeroDressCode.com

G. S. HILL’s one-man gallery is open daily. For more than three decades, Greg’s original oil and watercolor paintings have captured the image, spirit, and soul of Nantucket. The gallery also offers giclees and miniatures, plus exclusive American-made gifts designed by Greg and Judi Hill. Stunning porcelain china dinnerware, hand-pressed glass and ornaments are only a few of treasures you will find. Stop by to enter our Fourth of July Raffle: you could win a miniature original oil by GS Hill (no purchase necessary). gshill.com

Hostetler Gallery

Open Daily - very special event on July 6

Sculpture & Art of David Hostetler & other featured artists

740-591-8180

42 Centre St

Located in beautiful downtown Nantucket, HOSTETLER GALLERY proudly exhibits the exquisite work of professional artists. JOIN US THURSDAY, JULY 6 from 5 to 7 pm for an ART & WINE SENSORY EXPERIENCE. This special evening features work on silk kimonos by Kenyan artist Mohamed Yakub with African wines poured by Beth English of Current Vintage. Yakub states: “I discovered the kimono is the ultimate canvas for my photography, just as it’s been for centuries for Japanese artists.” Sculpture, prints, & paintings of David Hostetler, abstract oil paintings, photography, and more are also on display. Art in this downtown gallery ranges from intimate small formats to monumental. David Hostetler’s art has been a presence on Nantucket since the late 1970s. hostetlergallery.com

Susan Lister Locke Gallery

Open Daily.

Art and Inspired, Creative Jewelry

508-228-2132

28A Easy Street

Inspired by the Ocean that surrounds her, be it in her Gallery on Nantucket or her winter home in Palm Beach Florida, Jewelry Designer, Susan Lister Locke creates highly sought after, unique jewelry using beautiful, and oftentimes rare, gemstones set in high karat Gold and Platinum. susanlisterlocke.com

Cape Cod 5

Banking

888-225-4636

Open Monday-Saturday Locations at 112 Pleasant Street & Zero Main Street

We at CAPE COD FIVE are deeply committed to the communities we serve. Our dedication to serving our neighbors and local businesses and earning our customers’ trust every day has remained the same since our founding in 1855. We focus on continuously evolving to be our customers’ trusted financial partner in a rapidly changing world, offering digital tools, accessibility and sound guidance and insight to help our customers navigate their unique journeys. capecodfive.com

Beach Fun

Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

508-228-5646

Visit Nantucket’s best beaches! Call ahead to check conditions:508-228-5646 #2

Open Daily 9am to sunset. Permits Required Year-Round thetrustees.org/ccwr

Visit the best beaches on the island at the Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge. The greater coastscape, which includes the federally owned Great Point Lighthouse and Nantucket Conservation Foundation land, is a double-fingered peninsula jutting northward between the Atlantic Ocean and Nantucket Sounds is so much more: a blend of sandy beach, rolling dunes, and forest uplands both rugged and serene. The refuge provides multiple habitats for an array of coastal plant and animal species, including heather and beach plum, a maritime oak forest & savannah of red cedar – the largest of its kind in New England – which offer shelter to deer. At the beachfront, watch for horseshoe crabs advancing in extremely slow motion, seals basking in the sun, and shorebirds skittering above the surf line. Over-sand vehicle permits are required: you can purchase them online at thetrustees.org/permits. Rental jeep day passes available at the rental site & day passes available for personal 4x4 vehicles.

Bike Rentals

Cook’s Cycle

Open Daily

Bicycle Rentals, Sales, and Service

508-228-0800

6 So. Beach Street, next to Affordable Rentals

Nantucket’s bike shop for all of your vacation needs here at Cook’s Cycles Nantucket we have all of the latest bikes and accessories for your beach runs, brewery tours, and beyond. Our selection of new bikes in a convenient downtown Nantucket location (just a 2-minute walk from Steamboat Wharf) is great for a day of cycling. Nantucket is known for its many bike paths and trails. Whether you want to ride to Jetties Beach for a swim or take in the sights of the Sconset Loop, Cooks Cycles has the bikes for you and your family. Moped & Jeep rentals, too! cookscyclesnantucket.com

Easy Riders Bicycles

open daily

Bike Rentals, Sales, Service - NEW: Electric Bikes

508-325-2722

65 Surfside Road

EASY RIDERS BICYCLE RENTALS offers rentals, sales, and service, plus island-wide free delivery on all rentals and usually within an hour or so. With advanced on-line reservations, it’s the easiest way to experience Nantucket! Offering low prices and discounts on multi-day, weekly, monthly, and group rentals of top quality, new GT and Easy Riders bicycles, as well as retrostyle Schwinn Cruisers, and accessories in a variety of styles...They have the right bicycle for all of your adventures. We have electric bikes. Check out our Easy Riders brand ebikes at erbikes.com. EASY RIDERS has a safe & convenient bike path location at 65 Surfside Road. easyridersbikerentals.com

Young’s Bicycle Shop

Open daily in season

“The Cycle-logical Way to See Nantucket Island”

Creeks Outfitters and Fish Stix as well as endless lures and bait. Fun for Kids- we’ve got nets, crab traps, minnow nets, tubes, body boards, & rain gear. Follow us on Instagram @TidalCreeks. TidalCreeksOutfitters.com

Books & Publications

CALL NANTUCKET

508-228-9165 ext. 110

FREE DOWNLOAD - Nantucket’s searchable phone book app CallNantucket.com

The island’s “Little Black Book”

CALL NANTUCKET is the fully searchable app version of The Nantucket Directory: the island’s phone book. Know who you’re looking for? Search our White Pages for the number. Not sure who to call? Browse our Yellow Pages to choose the best company for your needs! Our CALL NANTUCKET app is FREE TO DOWNLOAD. CallNantucket@gmail.com

Yesterday’s Island/Today’s Nantucket

508-228-9165

Guiding visitors on Nantucket for 53 years Box 626, Nantucket, MA 02554

In print & online + eNewsletter

Visit our online publication to see more articles, more photos, enter contests, and to share your impressions of Nantucket. For more than 50 years, YESTERDAY’S ISLAND/TODAY’S NANTUCKET has been the best source for planning your leisure time on Nantucket Island. From Daffodil Festival through Christmas Stroll, you can pick up our print editions, available everywhere, or you can visit us online at YesterdaysIsland.com. After you leave your favorite island, you can stay in touch with the happenings here — find us on Facebook, follow us on Instagram @nantucket_insider, and sign up for our free Nantucket eNewsletter — look for the link at the top of Nantucket.net Yesterdaysisland.com

Bookstores

Mitchell’s Book Corner

Open Daily

See the calendar for our upcoming book signings

508-228-1080

54 Main Street

MITCHELL’S BOOK CORNER prides itself on a long tradition of personalized attention to its customers for more than 50 years. Visit nantucketbookpartners.com for any book in print, preorders, signed copies, e-books, audio books, gift cards, staff picks, and more. If the book is “on our shelves now” we can offer next business day island home delivery for a small fee. If the book is not on-hand we can either ship it to you or order it for you. We are also happy to ship books to anywhere in the US. MITCHELL’S is open daily. nantucketbookpartners.com

Nantucket Bookworks

Open Daily - special book signings this week

Books, chocolates, & unique gifts

508-228-4000

25 Broad Street

NANTUCKET BOOKWORKS is our quirky little shop chock full of books, gifts, and goodies. Visit nantucketbookpartners.com for books and nantucketbooksworks.com for the very best of Bookworks online. We have Nantucket gifts, puzzles, games, toys, art supplies, party accessories, stuffed animals, greeting cards, kids items, and so much more. And we have an enticing nook filled with amazing chocolates to buy and savor as you read your new books. We also are happy to ship anywhere in the US. For books, shop nantucketbookpartners.com. Order online or stop in to browse. BOOKWORKS is open daily. nantucketbookpartners.com

Buses

508-228-1151

6 Broad Street

Harvey A Young’s Bicycle Shop started on Nantucket in 1931. When Harvey sold the business to his son, Roger, it became YOUNG’S BICYCLE SHOP. Now with over 90 years in business, the 4th generation is running YOUNG’S. The Young family and their staff provide you with the ideal rental bike for Nantucket. Their fleet of CANNONDALE and TREK bikes are well maintained, so you and your family can have a safe and enjoyable bike ride around the island. YOUNG’S also rents cars and Jeeps. Check out their website, give them a call, or stop in to see their friendly, knowledgeable staff, so they can share with you “The Cycle-logical Way to See Nantucket Island”. Reservations & delivery services available. youngsbicycleshop.com

Boat & Paddleboard Rentals

Tidal Creeks Outfitters & Ship Store

Open daily

Outfitters with boat & paddleboard rentals

NRTA

See display ad for times & routes

Year-Round Bus Routes

508-228-7025

RIDE THE WAVE to/from town, mid island areas, Madaket, Sconset, Surfside and Jetties Beaches, the Airport and points in between. Access real time information bus locations and estimated arrival at your stop from your computer or internet enabled cell phone at live.nrtawave.com. Service is provided year-round on select routes and thru mid-October on seasonal routes. See our schedule in this paper or visit nrtawave.com for complete information or pick up a riders guide at NRTA Office 20R South Water St, Visitor Services 25 Federal Street, Chamber of Commerce 0 Main Street, or the Greenhound Building 10 Washington Street. Fares are $2 or $3 depending on route, half fare for 65 & older, persons with disabilities, veterans, and active military personnel. Exact change is recommended or a future ride change card will be issued. Short term passes are available on any Wave vehicle. nrtawave.com

Cannabis

508-228-6244

32 Washington Street

Experience Nantucket with TIDAL CREEKS OUTFITTERS: we’ll help you make memories that will last a lifetime. Boat days are the best days! Spend a day like no other exploring Nantucket Harbor with us. We offer 1/2- and full rentals of our boats. Up to six people per boat, plus you can add Experience Packages. Paddle board rentals are also available. Call us or stop by if you have a larger group & are looking for an experience tailored to meet your needs. And we offer guided paddle board tours. Fishing - we’ve got you covered with custom rods from Tidal

ACK Natural

Open 10 am to 7 pm

Medical & Recreational Cannabis Dispensary

19 Spearhead Drive

Ack Natural Cannabis Dispensary built a state-of-the-art facility at 19 Spearhead Dr to cultivate, process and sell the highest quality cannabis available. We offer flower, pre rolls, concentrates, edibles, and the only THC drinks on Nantucket. Stop by today. Order online at www.acknat.com and follow us on Instagram @Acknatural AckNat.com

Island Fun & Shopping

Car Rentals

Affordable Rentals

Open daily

Cars, jeeps, mopeds

508-228-3501

6 South Beach Street

AFFORDABLE RENTALS can help make your visit on Nantucket more complete. With their cars, 4x4s, vans, and mopeds, you will have access to all parts of the island: Great Point, Wauwinet, Coatue, Squam, ‘Sconset, Madaket, and more. Explore to your heart’s content in a vehicle from AFFORDABLE RENTALS, open daily at 6 South Beach Street. Call ahead for reservations. All major credit cards accepted. affrentals.com

Young’s Bicycle Shop

Open daily in season

“The Cycle-logical Way to See Nantucket Island”

508-228-1151

6 Broad Street

Harvey A Young’s Bicycle Shop” started on Nantucket in 1931. When Harvey sold the business to his son, Roger, it became YOUNG’S BICYCLE SHOP. Now with over 90 years in business, the 4th generation is running YOUNG’S. The Young family and their staff provide you with the ideal rental bike for Nantucket AND YOUNG’S also rents cars and Jeeps. Check out their website, give them a call, or stop in to see their friendly, knowledgeable staff, so they can share with you “The Cycle-logical Way to See Nantucket Island”. Reservations & delivery services available. youngsbicycleshop.com

ACK Sail

Charters - Sailing & Boating

508-423-9985

10 am, 1pm, 4pm, and sunset Call to reserve your sailing & harbor cruise charters

Sit back, relax & enjoy the ride...

Enjoy a Nantucket sailing charter or harbor cruises for up to 17 passengers. It’s the perfect way to celebrate engagements, weddings, family reunions, or special time spent with good friends. Give us a call, and let’s get an unforgettable evening on the water squared away for you. Acksail.com

Endeavor Sailing Excursions

Private Charters. Per Person Fares

Pleasure sailing

your child’s technique and processes in our inspirational space in downtown Nantucket. For more information or to register, please visit www.barnabysnantucket.com, or call 508-6801553, or email barnabyack@gmail.com.

Classes & Workshops

Artists Association of Nantucket

508-228-0722

Open Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm Visual Arts Center, 24 Amelia Drive Classes & Workshops for all ages

The ARTISTS ASSOCIATION’s Arts Program offers year-round educational programs for adults and children. Our spacious workshop on Amelia Drive hosts a wide variety of classes and workshops in many media including oil painting, watercolor, pastel, life drawing, ceramics, printmaking, textile art and mixed media. Our instructors are resident artists, AAN artist members and a variety of visiting artists who work in a range of mediums and bring a wealth of talent and experience to the program. Classes are designed for all levels of experience, from the novice to advanced and for all ages. nantucketarts.org

Concerts

Nantucket Musical Arts Society

508-228-1287

July 11: “Curtis on Tour” in concert & Free Meet the Artists: July 10 at 5 pm

New: 2023 Concerts will be held in St. Paul’s Church, 20 Fair St.

Featuring Acclaimed Musicians

nantucketmusicalartssociety.org

The NANTUCKET MUSICAL ARTS SOCIETY continues to present its marvelous series of performances in its 64th consecutive season. Now’s the time to buy your season pass! All concerts will be in a NEW LOCATION for 2023 — St. Paul’s Church at 20 Fair Street — on Tuesday evenings at 7 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm). Tickets are also available at the door or at The Antiques Depot at 2 S. Beach Street. Monday night “Meet the Artists” are free, informal gatherings at 5:30 pm in the Great Hall of the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. Come and listen to the artists talk about their lives and the program to be performed.

Aunt Leah’s Fudge

Open daily

Made fresh on Nantucket

Confections

508-228-5585

Slip 1015, Straight Wharf

“Captain James Genthner shares his love of the Island with visitors aboard his sloop ENDEAVOR”—Ted Reinstein, CBS Good Day! Featured in Yankee Magazine’s Best of New England: “A cruise aboard the Endeavor is a lesson in beauty and local history.” “No one has done more to make sure that Nantucket’s maritime traditions are alive and well than Capt. Jim Genthner,” Nat Philbrick, author In the Heart of the Sea. The ENDEAVOR sails daily at 10 am, 1:30 pm, 3:30 pm, and at sunset. They offer private charters, sailing celebrations. Gift certificates are available. Call for information and reservations. endeavorsailing.com

Nantucket by Water

A Variety of Boat Tours for All Ages

508-228-7037

Straight Wharf, Slip #1011

Oyster Cruises, Ice Cream Cruises, Cocktail Cruises Sunset Cruise, & more NANTUCKET by WATER (formerly Shearwater Excursions) is a local family-run company dedicated to providing unique tours and cruises to individuals and families of all age groups. From small kids to grandparents, NBW has trips that cater to your needs and taste for adventure. Whether you take a leisurely tour around Nantucket Harbor, or a longer adventure exploring the wildlife sanctuary of Coatue or visiting the unique 5th Bend Oyster Farm, Nantucket By Water promises an exceptional experience. nantucketbywater.com

Sail on the Tall Ship Lynx

Nantucket’s Tall Ship Lynx, a national treasure here in our harbor

978.479.2197

Traditional Sailing & History in Nantucket Sound Family fun for all ages!

Nantucket’s Tall Ship LYNX is offering sails from July to October from Nantucket Harbor. They also offer charters, weddings, educational and special groups sailings. Looking for a unique venue to gather? LYNX is available for private charters... treat your family, your friend, or your colleagues to a very special day or evening: it’s an adventure for all! Nantucket’s Tall Ship LYNX is a national treasure here in our harbor. For details and reservations, contact the office @ 978.479.2197 tallshiplynx.org

Children’s Toys & Art Classes

Barnaby’s Toy & Art Shack

Open Daily

508-680-1553

12 Oak Street

Downtown toy store & art studio for kids of all ages barnabysnantucket.com

BARNABY’S TOY & ART SHACK, located downtown at 12 Oak Street, is the perfect place to do your holiday shopping for all the kids on your list. They have a fantastic selection of crafts, books, toys, and so much more! And BARNABY’S offers art classes for children ages 2-13 years. Children can choose from a variety of classes as well as they can drop-in and create every day, all day! All of Barnaby’s classes are taught by professional artists and educators who will guide

508-228-1017

The Courtyard, 16 Straight Wharf

AUNT LEAH has been making her award-winning homemade fudge for three decades on Nantucket. Her fudge has been voted “the best fudge in the world” year after year. Once you try her fudge, you’ll see why it is always rated the best! AUNT LEAH makes it daily in her shop, using the freshest and finest ingredients. She has more than 40 scrumptious flavors. Her most popular fudge flavor is chocolate peanut butter, which has a layer of rich peanut butter fudge on the bottom, topped with a layer of decadent chocolate fudge. AUNT LEAH also has her famous chocolate-covered cranberries. The cranberries come in both milk and dark chocolate or a mixture of both. Both the fudge and chocolate-covered cranberries make unique island wedding favors or gifts for special events. auntleahs.com

Consignment & Thrift

Island Treasures

Mon-Fri 10am-4pm & Sat. 10am-2pm

New & Used clothes, household goods, toys, & more

508-228-0789

128 Old South Road

Looking to expand your wardrobe on a budget or need some items for your home at affordable prices? ISLAND TREASURES is the perfect place to shop! Here you’ll find a great selection of new and gently used clothing, jewelry, housewares, small furnishings, books, beach toys, kids toys, and so much more. There’s an ever-changing variety, so visit often — you never know what treasures you may find.

The Rainbow Fleet

Open Monday-Saturday 10am to 5pm

Clothing, shoes, handbags, and accessories

508-680-1159

167 Orange Street

Shop sustainably at THE RAINBOW FLEET, Nantucket’s year round women’s consignment boutique located mid-island near the rotary. We carefully select the best vintage, modern and designer pieces from over 450 island consignors, and steam-clean them into new life daily! From clothing, shoes, handbags, and accessories to one of a kind finds from local artists, you can find your own style in our relaxed atmosphere—complete with outdoor covered shopping, dressing rooms, and, yes, ample parking! We aim to provide sustainable and affordable fashion options for all… great for the planet and your wallet too! Follow us on Instagram @therainbowfleet therainbowfleetnantucket.com

Contests

NANTUCKET PHOTO CONTEST

508-228-9165

Deadline is Sept. 12, 2023 - CASH PRIZES Box 626, Nantucket, MA 02554

See winners & entries online at Nantucket.net

ENTER EARLY & OFTEN! This annual photo contest is a popular way to share your photos of Nantucket with the world. Winners of previous contests are online at The Insider’s Guide to

Nantucket: nantucket.net. The 2023 Contest has begun: DEADLINE TO ENTER IS SEPTEMBER 12, 2023. We accept copyright-free images of Nantucket present and past. Email your high resolution photo entries to ACKPhotoContest@gmail.com or mail us a CD or thumb drive with electronic images from your digital camera. Please make sure your digital images are highresolution. You can even mail in your prints of Nantucket Island. Visit Nantucket.net to see a great selection past entries and winners. nantucket.net/photo-contest-entry

Copying, Mailboxes, Shipping

The UPS Store

Open Monday - Saturday

Locally owned and operated

508-325-8884

61 Old South Road

Nantucket’s UPS STORE is in spacious quarters at 61 Old South Road and offers a variety of products and services to make your life easier: personal mailboxes, mail forwarding, UPS shipping and receiving, overnight delivery, and more. THE UPS STORE offers a wide variety of copy and print services, including b&w and color copies, output from disks, wide format printing, laminating, collating, and a full range of finishing services. You can even go there for notary services, passport photos, and mail boxes. THE UPS STORE makes high quality, full color banners and posters! Plenty off-street parking. THE UPS STORE: let them help you!

Family Fun

Family Activities @ Children’s Beach

508-228-0925

Activities & Fun at Children’s Beach thru mid-August at Children’s Beach Fun & games for children and families

Children’s Beach, located at the end of Harbor View Way, is the perfect park for families and children. Through mid-August, the Town of Nantucket’s Culture & Tourism department sponsors fun for everyone. Free NanPuppet shows with Lizza Saturdays at 10 am, and live music! See our display ad, check the events calendar, and visit our website for details. nantucket-ma.gov/childrensbeach

Fishing Charters

Herbert T.

Day: 508-228-6655

Daily: 7am, 10am, 1pm, 4pm. Call for Reservations Slip 14, Straight Wharf

Trolling “Catch those Blues and Bass!”

Make sure you don’t miss the fishing while you’re here on Nantucket! The HERBERT T sport fishing boat will take you to where the blues are biting. Captain Fred Tonkin is an experienced fisherman and will provide you with all the equipment for up to six people to fish at one time. He takes four 2-1/2-hour trips a day: 7 am, 10 am, 1 pm and 4 pm, and the fishing starts just 15 minutes from the dock. The HERBERT T is fully licensed and insured and is fully equipped electronically. While you’re on Nantucket, do as the islanders do - catch some blues! $150 per person. Private charters are also available for $650 - up to 6 persons. fishnantucket.net

Furniture

Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture

Where Home & Garden Meet - Patio Furniture in stock!

Outdoor & Indoor Furniture, Home Accessories, Garden Needs

Hill’s of Nantucket

Open Daily 10 am to 5 pm

Unique & Original Nantucket Theme Gifts

508-228-1353

40 Straight Wharf

Established in 1981, HILL’S combines the best of Nantucket for the art and gift seeker. G.S. Hill Gallery and Hill’s of Nantucket offer fine art by Greg Hill and wonderful speciality gifts designed by this husband-and-wife team. Nantucket theme prints, note cards by Hill are their main focus. American made; that hard-to-find gift is here waiting for you! Treat yourself to a unique gift gallery from HILL’S. Stop by to enter our Fourth of July Raffle: you could win a miniature original oil by GS Hill (no purchase necessary). gshill.com

It’s A Shore Thing

Open Daily

Distinctive Nantucket Gifts

508-680-1901

30B Main Street

At IT’S A SHORE THING, we are proud to carry products made in New England. Come in and browse through our wide selection of gifts including lotion, soaps, jewelry, pottery, antiques, housewares, tote bags, art, and home decor. You can find unusual gifts at all prices in A SHORE THING that you’ll find nowhere else! In our new location on Main Street.

Museum Shop at the Whaling Museum

508-228-1894, ext. 138

Open during museum hours: 10am-5pm in the Whaling Museum, 11 Broad Street NHA exclusives, gifts, apparel, books, home decor

The Nantucket Historical Association has been a steward of Nantucket’s cultural history since 1894. Don’t miss the MUSEUM SHOP at the Whaling Museum, where you will find unique gifts, books, prints, maps, and objects of art inspired by Nantucket history. Many items are exclusive to the MUSEUM SHOP, and NHA members get special discounts. 100% of all purchases support the Nantucket Historical Association and its mission to tell the inspiring stories of Nantucket through its collections, programs, and properties. nantucketmuseumshop.org

Health Care

Nantucket Cottage Hospital

508-825-8100

508-228-1961

9 Wampanoag Way

ARROWHEAD NURSERY & FURNITURE is the largest furniture showroom on island featuring indoor furniture, outdoor, home décor and more. Stop by their location near the airport, just beyond Thai House restaurant, and browse through their wide variety of home accessories, including decorative items, table settings, indoor furniture, and unique gifts. Their garden center has a fabulous selection of plants, flowers, pottery, fountains, statues, garden structures, and garden accessories. ARROWHEAD NURSERY & SHOWROOM...where home and garden meet. arrowheadfurniture.com

Gifts

ACK 4170®

Gift Giving Made Easy with Online Ordering Online Store

Unique, salty-good gifts & products by small makers & artists

ACK 4170®, your favorite gift boutique, is fully online! Their beautiful gifts, apparel & accessories, candles, home decor, holiday decor, artwork (paintings & photography), cards & stationery made by small makers and artists are now available from everywhere. Voted “Best Nantucket Gift Shop” by Cape Cod Life magazine readers year after year. Sail with us on Instagram at: @ack4170 and Facebook: ACK 4170. Visit our online store at ACK4170.com

Current Vintage

Open daily, celebrating our 16th season!

Wine • Clothing • Home • Gifts • Provisions

508-228-5073

4 Easy Street

CURRENT VINTAGE is a fun and original concept store with a carefully edited mix of vintage clothing & accessories, wines, cheeses, gifts, and home goods. Everything here is thoughtfully chosen, including exclusive Nantucket gifts and a selection of nearly 400 wines. CV is a beloved island institution, celebrating more than 15 years in the heart of Nantucket. Join us for fun vibe & serious wines! currentvintage.com

24-hr emergency services, hospital care, lab, rehab

57 Prospect St MD ACKcess Line: 508-825-1000

NANTUCKET COTTAGE HOSPITAL has been caring for our island community. In addition to excellent physicians and nursing staff, the hospital has a 24-hour Emergency Department, full laboratory, physical therapy, cardiac rehab, chemotherapy, surgical services, imaging services, maternity services, and much more. Through Mass General Brigham, NANTUCKET COTTAGE HOSPITAL offers high-quality virtual urgent care services for many conditions and minor injuries daily from 7 am to 11 pm for ages 3 and older. Nantuckethospital.org

Home Decor

Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture

Where Home & Garden Meet - Patio Furniture in stock!

Outdoor & Indoor Furniture, Home Accessories, Garden Needs

508-228-1961

9 Wampanoag Way

ARROWHEAD NURSERY & FURNITURE is the largest furniture showroom on island featuring indoor furniture, outdoor, home décor and more. Stop by their location near the airport, and browse through their wide variety of home accessories, including decorative items, table settings, indoor furniture, and unique gifts. Their garden center has a fabulous selection of plants, flowers, pottery, fountains, statues, garden structures, and garden accessories. ARROWHEAD NURSERY & SHOWROOM...where home and garden meet. www.arrowheadnursery.com arrowheadfurniture.com

Icarus & Co

Open 11 am to 5 pm

Jewelry and Home Decor

19 Old South Wharf

Nature is our muse and jewelry is our love language. Take home your own piece of Nantucket with our exclusive collection of Nantucket beach stone jewelry. We transform local beach stones and shells into stunning pieces of wearable treasure. Follow us on Instagram for an exclusive, behind the scenes view @nantucketbeachstones. icarusandco.com

It’s A Shore Thing

Open Daily

Distinctive Nantucket Gifts

508-680-1901

30B Main Street

At IT’S A SHORE THING, we are proud to carry products made in New England. Come in and browse through our wide selection of quality items for your home, including pottery, antiques, housewares, serving plates & trays, pillows, art, decorative wall hangings, and much more. You can also find unusual gifts at all prices in A SHORE THING that you’ll find nowhere else! In our new location on Main Street.

The J. Butler Collection

2 New Locations for 2023: in East End Gallery, 3 Old North Wharf

508-228-8429

and in Noble Fine Art, Zero India Lighting, Artwork, Mirrors, Unique Gifts, & More

The J. BUTLER COLLECTION retail shop in Nantucket, Mass. is known for exquisite home interior accessories and furniture. The collection includes vintage accessories, hostess gifts, antique furniture pieces, tabletop items for entertaining, and island design accents pieces. Visit us in our new locations: East End Gallery at 3 Old North Wharf, and in Kit Noble Fine Art at Zero India Street. Follow us @thejbutlercollection jeffreybutlerhaines.com

Island Fun & Shopping

Petty Folk Art & Carving

Formerly Nantucket Carving & Folk Art

Jewelers’ Gallery of Nantucket

Open daily

Fine Antique & Estate Jewelry

508-228-0229

21 Centre Street

508-332-9925 or 508-619-7554

serving the Cape & Islands for 16 years

Folk artist Jean Petty and her brother David Perry specialize in custom handcarved quarterboards, business signs, & house numbers. They are responsible for many of the beautiful signs visitors see plus 100s of quarterboards that adorn the homes on Nantucket. They offer restoration of quarterboards, signs, and ship models. Restored the carving “Going on a Whale” at the Nantucket Whaling Museum in 2015. Gift certificates available. Visit them at pettyfolkartandcarving.com, see their show schedule and take a virtual tour: youtu.be/c95SYBE5RVg of some of their artwork available. Call or email all inquiries to jean@pettyfolkartandcarving.com pettyfolkartandcarving.com

Respoke

Open for the 2023 season

Iconic designer scarves repurposed

Respoke.com

41 Straight Wharf

RESPOKE repurposes iconic designer scarves into one-of-a-kind products featuring handcrafted Spanish made espadrilles. Experience a world of unique footwear, ready-to-wear, fine art, furniture, and accessories. Each piece carries more value and self-identity than its original form. Respoke was founded by best-selling author Michael Tonello, whose memoir, Bringing Home the Birkin, recounts the highlights of his years as a reseller of all things Hermes. Visit their Nantucket shop at 41 Straight Wharf and see what’s new for 2023! Respoke.com

Internet Guidebook

Insiders Guide to Nantucket

Beaches, Events, Museums, Dining, Classifieds, & More

Visit us online & follow us on Instagram @nantucket_insider

Visit Nantucket before & after you visit Nantucket!

508-228-9165

Visit NANTUCKET.NET for a biking page, lighthouse page, festivals page, photo galleries, maps, parks & trails, and guides to lodging, dining, real estate, recreation, and much more! Our Calendar of Events is the most complete and is updated several times a week, year-round. Looking for a beach? Our Beach Listings have photos, videos, and info about all the best island beaches and where to find them. And our classifieds are ever-changing. Visit Nantucket before, during, and after you visit Nantucket by going to Nantucket.net and follow us on Instagram @nantucket_insider Nantucket.net

Island Apps

Call Nantucket

Your telephone book for Nantucket

FREE download for IOS and Android

Know who you want to call but need their phone number? Search by name on CALL NANTUCKET. Know what you want but not where to get it? Search by category on the up-todate and locally produced CALL NANTUCKET app. This app is free to download and easy to use. Both white pages and yellow pages are included. callnantucket.com

Blue Beetle

Open Daily

Jewelry & Gifts

Jewelry

508-228-3227

12 Main Street

Located at 12 Main Street, BLUE BEETLE reflects the playfulness and elegance of island living. We strive to provide a collection of carefully curated clothing, jewelry, gifts and accessories that portray the summer lifestyle on Nantucket. The boutique is filled with modern, chic, and contemporary fashions to suit every occasion. We proudly sell Joules, Jude Connally, Captiva Cashmere, Lilla P and MZ Wallace. Known for our Nantucket Jewelry, there is something for everyone; beads to fit Pandora, rings, bracelets and of course our charm bar, where you can create your own unique island necklace. Shop year round in store or visit us online at BlueBeetleNantucket.com

Calista West

JEWELERS’ GALLERY offers Nantucket’s largest collection of antique and estate jewelry, including pieces by Tiffany, Cartier, Webb, and more. Stop in to see our classic period pieces. We specialize in diamond, sapphire, and emerald engagement and anniversary rings. We also carry exquisite island classics, including the Turk’s Head braided bracelet, Nautical Cable Collections, gem-set Sailors’ Valentines, and handwoven gold lightship basket jewelry. Also featured at JEWELERS’ GALLERY is an outstanding collection of beautifully designed jewelry by leading American goldsmiths: Diana Kim England, Louis Reyes, Thomas Kruskal, and more. Each unique piece is skillfully crafted in platinum, 18K, or 14K gold and will be a treasured keepsake from historic Nantucket. JEWELERS’ GALLERY: serving Nantucket since 1971. jewelersgallery.com

Katherine Grover Fine Jewelry

Watch for summer trunk shows available at Sylvia Antiques, 15 Main St & online

Exquisite Custom Jewelry by Katie Grover

Inspired by the ancient 24 karat gold jewelry found in temple treasuries, buried hoards, and tombs, KATIE GROVER’s handmade custom designs have a character and quality all of their own. Designs are drawn from history, architecture, Nantucket, and the natural world and made using age-old techniques and tools. You can shop her collection on Nantucket in Sylvia Antiques, 15 Main Street. katherinegroverfinejewelry.com

The Love Shack by Lola

Open Daily from 10 am to 6pm

774-325-5982

10 Old South Wharf

Handcrafted sterling pendants, bracelets, jewelry, t-shirts, candles & more!

12 Main Street

Calista West is a full service Private Jeweler offering collections of fine jewelry designers from around the world along with custom designs, repairs, appraisals, and more. Shop online or in our storefront with our friendly team, or visit our website to start your custom jewelry creation experience. calistawest.com

Icarus + Co.

Open 11 am to 5 pm

Jewelry and Home Decor

19 Old South Wharf

Nature is our muse and jewelry is our love language. Take home your own piece of Nantucket with our exclusive collection of Nantucket beach stone jewelry. We transform local beach stones and shells into stunning pieces of wearable treasure. Follow us on Instagram for an exclusive, behind the scenes view @nantucketbeachstones. icarusandco.com

Ludere Jewelry

Life should be lived as play

lolacompany.com

THE LOVE SHACK is welcoming back customers to their shop on Old South Wharf. AND your favorite items are also available online at lolacompany.com. LOLA™ designs and creates beautiful sterling jewelry with inspirational messages on the back marking important moments in peoples lives. With more than 30 pendant designs varying in size and gorgeous colors, creating your own look is endless and addicting. THE LOVE SHACK is home to our entire jewelry collection and is inspiration for our apparel, candles, hats, and more. Everything you need for your very own Love Shack!

929.374.2367

arielle@luderejewelry.com

BE BOLD. BE REMARKABLE. BE YOU. Jewelry by artist and designer Arielle Zella that inspires individuals to embrace their authenticity and to live life as play. Arielle creates mini sculptures for the body made in 14k gold and sterling silver, featuring diamonds, sapphires, and colorful semi-precious gemstones. LÚDERE Jewelry proudly donates 1% of all sales towards efforts to support and empower our communities. Learn more and shop online at www.luderejewelry.com. Follow us on social at @lifeisludere. Available online, by appointment, or at the Thomas Macy Gallery - 12 Straight Wharf, Nantucket, MA 02554. luderejewelry.com

Nantucket Estate Jewelry and Fine Arts

Open for the season with stunning new pieces

Jewelry, Lightship Baskets, Art, Scrimshaw, & more

508-228-0272

1 Orange Street

We feature fine estate jewelry in all price ranges - antique, vintage, and contemporaryincluding designers such as Tiffany, Cartier, Bulgari, Roberto Coin, and David Yurman. We also sell sterling silver jewelry and flatware and hollowware. We also carry a large assortment of Nantucket baskets and carved Nantucket purses, as well as a fine selection of antique scrimshaw. We stock an assortment of quality art work, including antique paintings, nautical items, maps, and island works by local artists. Nantucketestatejewelry.com

Nantucket Pearl Company

508-228-1353

Open Daily 10 am to 5 pm online & in the G.S. Hill Gallery, 40 Straight Wharf

American made, hand-strung pearl jewelry

Authentic American-made jewelry from quality pearls at affordable prices. Jewelry designer Pam Freitus creates unique jewelry from hand-picked pearls, stones, leather, crystals and glass. On some pieces, pearls are interspersed with turquoise, on others, the Ying and Yang of black and white is featured, or sapphire and diamond bling may be chosen to set off the soft reflection of the pearl’s whiteness. Look for Pam’s signature, a small red bead that identifies the piece as hers. NANTUCKET PEARL COMPANY jewelry is available exclusively at Hill’s of Nantucket, 40 Straight Wharf. nantucketpearlcompany.com

R Simantov Fine Jewelry

Open daily; appointments recommended

Contemporary jewelry masterpieces of lasting value

508-228-2918 or 917-324-4410

1 Old North Wharf (at Easy Street)

R. SIMANTOV is known for creating contemporary jewelry masterpieces of lasting value. The firm resurrects lost techniques from the past, utilizing the most exquisite materials and outstanding craftsmanship to create one-of-a-kind pieces. Works by R SIMANTOV have been recognized with international design awards and installed in permanent museum collections. R SIMANTOV’s masterpieces illustrate the playfulness and whimsical beauty that can be created with unique combinations of metals and precious stones. The resulting pieces are fine treasures reminiscent of classical styles, with touches of modern elegance. rsimantov.com

Susan Lister Locke Gallery

Open Daily

Inspired and Creative Jewelry

508-228-2132

28A Easy Street

Inspired by the Ocean that surrounds her, be it in her Gallery on Nantucket or her winter home in Palm Beach Florida, Jewelry Designer, Susan Lister Locke creates highly sought after, unique

jewelry using beautiful, and oftentimes rare, gemstones set in high karat Gold and Platinum. susanlisterlocke.com

Library & Public Programs

Nantucket Atheneum

Open 6 days a week, year-round

508-228-1110

1 India Street

July 7 - Art Talk with Stephen Wilkes & July 8 - Author Talk with Dr. E. Kogan

Nantucket’s Free Public Library & Gathering Place

THE NANTUCKET ATHENEUM, our island’s public library is a vital community hub. We are open year-round, 6 days a week, and offer materials and services for all ages. More than 170,000 people come through our doors annually, where they have free access to 1.6 million books and a large collection of CDs, and DVDs. In addition, we offer many web-based services, free computer use, WIFI, and more than 1,300 educational and cultural programs a year. Our historic building, which opened in 1847, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and filled with beautiful art and artifacts that celebrate our maritime heritage and the history of Nantucket. nantucketatheneum.org

Linen Service

Linen Drops

Linen Rental Service - Avoid the hassles & leave the linens to us!

Vacation linens made easy!

1-844-9-linens

LINEN DROPS provides resort-quality bed and bath linens for short-term vacation rental properties. Bedsheets, duvet covers, bath towels (including Matouk luxury), bath mats, beach towels, and more. Consistently fresh linens are professionally laundered, pressed, and delivered on your turnover schedule. For more info: LinenDrops.com or 844-9-linens LinenDrops.com

Maritime Education & Events

Egan Maritime Institute

Maritime Education, History, Museum, Events & more

NantucketDreamland.org. Become a member and get special access, special pricing, and even free tickets! Check our schedule for film showings, Dreamland Stage productions, special concerts & events in the DREAMLAND’s Harbor View Room. NantucketDreamland.org

Museums & Sites

Maria Mitchell Association

508-228-9198

Summer Programs for All Aquarium & Mitchell House + Summer Programs

Science center, aquarium, museums, & programs for all

The Maria Mitchell Association (MMA) was founded in 1902 to preserve the legacy of Nantucket native astronomer, naturalist, librarian, and educator, Maria Mitchell who believed in “learning by doing.” The MMA operates 2 observatories, a natural science museum, an aquarium, and preserves the historic birthplace of Maria Mitchell. A wide variety of science and history-related programming is offered through the year for people of all ages. mariamitchell.org

Nantucket Historical Association

Your portal to Nantucket history

2023 featured exhibit: “Summer on Nantucket”

508-228-1894

15 Broad Street

No trip to Nantucket is complete without a trip to the NANTUCKET WHALING MUSEUM . In this top-quality exhibition venue, visitors can see a 46-foot sperm whale skeleton, a restored 1847 candle factory, exquisite collections of scrimshaw, artwork, artifacts from centuries of Nantucket life, and a fully accessible rooftop observation deck with an unmatched panoramic view and cozy seating. Discover treasures from Nantucket’s cellars and attics in the newly redesigned, artifact-rich Hadwen & Barney Oil & Candle Factory. Don’t miss the film “Nantucket,” directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Ric Burns. Showcasing the island’s natural beauty and its significant role in global history, this 51-minute film is a feast for the eyes, offering a transformative experience for islanders and visitors alike. All this and more can be found at the Nantucket Whaling Museum. nha.org

Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum

508-228-1885

508-228-2505

EGAN MARITIME INSTITUTE members enjoy many benefits: unlimited admission to the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, access to historic and educational programs, and unique opportunities to sail aboard the Tall Ship Lynx. Sea of Opportunities is one of their offerings: a diverse offering of education and outreach programs available to every Nantucket student at multiple points throughout their education. It seeds the maritime workforce of tomorrow and opens doors for local youth to opportunities that will enhance their futures and our coastal community. eganmaritime.org

Mental Health Services

Fairwinds

Emergencies: 508-221-3315 or 911

Nantucket’s Counseling Center

Call or text

508-228-2689

20 Vesper Lane, L-1 Gouin Village

FAIRWINDS provides confidential, quality professional care to adults and youth on Nantucket who seek mental health and addiction services. Fairwinds Center is the only non-profit licensed Mental Health Clinic on Nantucket Island. All are welcome, regardless of ability to pay. In collaboration with NCH, and other community partners, FAIRWINDS has launched a new model of rural behavioral health care and has been designated the “Community Behavioral Health Center for Nantucket” by the state of MA. This includes critical 24-hour crisis management. fairwindscenter.org

Mortgages & Banking

Cape Cod 5

Open Monday-Friday

We’ll make your dream come true!

888-225-4636

112 Pleasant Street and Zero Main Street

CAPE COD FIVE will give you more than just a mortgage... they’ll help make your dream come true! Fixed Rate, Adjustable Rate, Jumbo Loans, Affordable Housing, Construction & Land Loans for first time home buyers. Our knowledgeable, experienced mortgage loan officers are available to help you. Call Beth Ann Meehan at 508-247-1709 or Lauren Ard at 508-247-1795 or visit our website at capecodfive.com

Movies, Concerts, Celebrations

The Dreamland

Nantucket’s Film & Cultural Center

Drive-in Movies, In-Theater Films, Concerts, & Events

Movie LIne: 508-228-1784

17 South Water Street

THE NANTUCKET DREAMLAND is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the cultural and intellectual life of Nantucket by providing year-round films, educational programs, and a venue for community activities that engage Nantucket in the evolving world of entertainment and education. Films are shown in our 314-seat Main Theatre, in our 110-seat Studio Theatre, and seasonally at our Drive-In at 7 Nobadeer Farm Road. Tickets are available at

2023 exhibit: “Rum Runners & Rum Chasers” drive or take a free shuttle to 158 Polpis Road

Daily Family Activities, Museum Talks & Tours

Discover Nantucket’s unwavering human spirit: The NANTUCKET SHIPWRECK & LIFESAVING MUSEUM is devoted to the history of Nantucket lifesaving, famous shipwrecks and rescues around the island, life-saving equipment, daily routine at life-saving stations, and the United States Coast Guard. Family-friendly programs & displays appeal to all ages. The Museum shares the fascinating stories through permanent and changing interpretive exhibits, drawing on a collection of over 5,000 objects including period surfboats, beach carts, Fresnel lenses from Brant Point & Great Point lights, vintage photographs, short movies and more. The museum’s 2023 main exhibit is RUM RUNNERS & RUM CHASERS: NANTUCKET, PROHIBITION, & THE US COAST GUARD. Check their website for other 2023 events: eganmaritime.org/shipwrecklifesaving-museum. The Museum is an affiliate of the Egan Maritime Institute. eganmaritime.org

Music Classes & Concerts

Nantucket Community Music Center

Visit nantucketmusic.org for full schedule

508-228-3352

56 Centre Street

Music Lessons, Summer Programs, Concerts nantucketmusic.org

The NANTUCKET COMMUNITY MUSIC CENTER themed Sing-a-Longs for ages 5 and older from 6 to 8 pm — perfect timing to drop off your little ones for fun + pizza and go out to dinner. On July 1, THE LION KING is featured. And on July 28, they will sing with THE ARTISTOCATS. Sign up using the QR code in our display ad. NCMC also offer music lessons, drop-in beginner ukulele, Music Industry Insights, and more! Visit our website for our summer sessions & events.

Nursery

Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture

Where Home & Garden Meet

Outdoor & Indoor Furniture, Home Accessories, Garden Needs

508-228-1961

9 Wampanoag Way

ARROWHEAD NURSERY & SHOWROOM has a spacious garden center with a fabulous selection of plants, flowers, pottery, fountains, statues, garden structures, and garden accessories. In addition, their indoor showroom carries the largest selection of indoor & outdoor furniture on the island, featuring teak, aluminum patio sets and more. Stop by their location near the airport, just beyond the Thai House restaurant, and browse through their wide variety of home accessories, including decorative items, table settings, indoor furniture, and unique gifts. ARROWHEAD NURSERY & SHOWROOM...where home and garden meet. arrowheadnursery.com

Outfitters

Tidal Creeks Outfitters & Ship Store

Open daily

Outfitters with boat & paddleboard rentals

508-228-6244

32 Washington Street

Experience Nantucket with TIDAL CREEKS OUTFITTERS & Ship Store: we’ll help you make memories that will last a lifetime. Boat days are the best days! Spend a day like no other exploring Nantucket Harbor with us. We offer 1/2- and full rentals of our boats. Up to six people

Island Fun & Shopping

per boat, plus you can add Experience Packages. Paddle board rentals are also available. Call us or stop by if you have a larger group & are looking for an experience tailored to meet your needs. And we offer guided paddle board tours. Fishing - we’ve got you covered with custom rods from Tidal Creeks Outfitters and Fish Stix as well as endless lures & bait. Fun for Kidswe’ve got nets, crab traps, minnow nets, tubes, body boards, & rain gear. Follow us on Instagram @TidalCreeks. TidalCreeksOutfitters.com

Quarterboards & Signs

Petty Folk Art & Carving

508-332-9925 or 508-619-7554

Formerly Nantucket Carving & Folk Art serving the Cape & Islands for 16 years

Folk artist Jean Petty and her brother David Perry specialize in custom handcarved quarterboards, business signs, & house numbers. They are responsible for many of the beautiful signs visitors see plus 100s of quarterboards that adorn the homes on Nantucket. They offer restoration of quarterboards, signs, and ship models. Restored the carving “Going on a Whale” at the Nantucket Whaling Museum in 2015. Gift certificates available. Visit them at pettyfolkartandcarving.com, see their show schedule and take a virtual tour: youtu.be/c95SYBE5RVg of some of their artwork available. Call or email all inquiries to jean@pettyfolkartandcarving.com pettyfolkartandcarving.com

Rentals and Properties for Sale

ACK Distinctive Properties

Call now to reserve your summer vacation home!

508-330-4432

Find your perfect Nantucket Home ACK Distinctive Properties, LLC is committed to bringing the highest level of customer service to real estate in Nantucket, MA. Our job doesn’t end when we sign a rental agreement or close on a house. Instead, we endeavor to offer world-class service at every stage – from keeping our clients informed about market changes and events on the island to offering personalized rental services, curated sales advice, contractual work, and more. We help you enjoy your Nantucket life to its fullest and to serve your needs with the utmost integrity, discretion, and distinction. This commitment from our agents and managing partner includes providing our clients with the highest level of information. We will keep you updated on the changing nature of the Nantucket real estate market, micro-target your Nantucket area for tailored research and advice and share with you what is trending, and what is not. ackdp.com

Native Shoes

Open Daily

Live Lightly

Shoes

508-221-7223

40 Straight Wharf

From the beach to the bike ride, on the rainy days and the cocktail parties at night, NATIVE SHOES makes it easy to live lightly with a thoughtful selection of ultra lightweight, easy-towear shoes for both kids and adults. Find us right next to the Hy-Line Ferry.

Respoke

Open for the 2023 season

Iconic designer scarves repurposed

Respoke.com

41 Straight Wharf

RESPOKE repurposes iconic designer scarves into one-of-a-kind products featuring handcrafted Spanish made espadrilles. Experience a world of unique footwear, ready-to-wear, fine art, furniture, and accessories. Each piece carries more value and self-identity than its original form. Respoke was founded by best-selling author Michael Tonello, whose memoir, Bringing Home the Birkin, recounts the highlights of his years as a reseller of all things Hermes. Visit their Nantucket shop at 41 Straight Wharf and see what’s new for 2023! Respoke.com

Special Events

67th Annual House & Garden Tour

August 2 from 11am to 4 pm, rain or shine

Tickets $70, available at NantucketGardenClub.org

enjoy delicious food by Island Kitchen, and stargaze with our professional astronomers. Tickets are available at mariamitchell.org

Nantucket Comedy Festival

July 13, 14, & 15, 2023 in the Dreamland Theatre

Four Fun-Filled Performances

THE NANTUCKET COMEDY FESTIVAL is back on ACK! Three fun-filled days starting with Ladies of Laughter on Opening Night featuring nationally headlining female comedians. This event on July 13 is for ladies and gentlemen, so make it a date night or bring your friends. Friday, July 14, starts with the hilarious Stand Up & Learn Student Performances at 5 pm and continues at 7 pm with a night of Comedy All-Stars featuring top comics we all know & love. The 2023 COMEDY FESTIVAL ends Saturday, July 15 with the every-popular Comedy Smackdown: Boston vs. New York. Get your tickets now at nantucketcomedy.com The Nantucket Comedy Festival is a non-profit organization that uses comedy to empower, engage, and inspire through its annual festival and the year-round Stand Up & Learn™ workshops. nantucketcomedy.com

Swim Across

America

July 22 at Jetties Beach

Relay Swim to Raise Funds to Fight Cancer

Jetties Beach

SWIM ACROSS AMERICA began as a relay swim from Nantucket to Hyannis and has evolved into 16 open water swims and dozens of pool swims around the country. We are continuing the tradition of SAA on Nantucket with another swim this July 22, 2023! Join swimmers at a gorgeous venue for a day to remember this July and be a part of this landmark event this summer! Kids’ Splash, 1/4-mile, 1/2-mile, and 1-mile swim options, plus 2 x 2-mile relay and 4-mile swim options on Nantucket’s north shore. Register for OR donate to the Nantucket Open Water Swim at swimacrossamerica.org/nantucket swimacrossamerica.org/nantucket

Weekend at the Library

July 20-22

A New Benefit For Nantucket’s Free Public Library & Gathering Place

508-228-1110

1 India Street

Thursday, July 20 to Saturday, July 22, 2023, THE NANTUCKET ATHENEUM will host its new major fundraiser Weekend at the Library! – three days of fun for all ages in its historic library building and grounds at 1 India Street. This special weekend kicks off with cocktails & canapes at 6 pm in the Atheneum Garden followed by a special dinner on July 20 in the Great Hall featuring a conversation with David M. Rubenstein, one of the most impressive patriotic philanthropists of our day, with best-selling author, journalist, and historian, Evan Thomas. On Saturday, July 22, Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter, Lori McKenna will perform an intimate concert in the Atheneum’s Great Hall, followed by a summer bash in the library’s garden. nantucketatheneum.org

Women + Wellness

July 17, 2023 from 5 to 7 pm

Lecture Series by Nantucket Cottage Hospital

508-825-8250

Held in the Dreamland Theatre

Don’t miss the sixth annual NCH Women+Wellness event on Monday, July 17! This year, we’re delighted to welcome renowned cardiac expert Colleen M. Harrington, MD, Massachusetts General Hospital’s Corrigan Women’s Heart Health Program faculty member, as our featured speaker. Dr. Harrington will discuss various topics related to cardiac health for women of all ages, including preventative measures and the sex-specific risk factors for heart diseases in women and men. Primary Care Practitioners from Nantucket Cottage Hospital will join the conversation to share valuable information about on-island resources for cardiac screening, services, and care. This year, with the help of our generous sponsors, the event and valet parking is being offered free of charge but reservations are required: nantuckethospital.org nantuckethospital.org

Special Events

Parents Night Off from NCMC

508-228-3352

“Summer on Orange”

THE NANTUCKET GARDEN CLUB’s 67th annual House Tour, “Summer on Orange,“ takes place on Wednesday, August 2. Visit 5 beautiful homes and 4 lovely gardens on Orange Street. Advance tickets are $70 and are available at nantucketgardenclub.org. In person advance tickets for $70 may be purchased on July 22nd, July 29th, and August 1st on Main St. and at the Sconset rotary. Additionally, tickets may be purchased the day of the tour for $75 at most featured homes. Proceeds support funding of college scholarships for NHS students and community grants. nantucketgardenclub.org

Maria Mitchell Association Stargazer Gala

Thursday, July 27 at 6 pm

An incredible night under the stars

508-228-9198

Buy your tickets now!

Caravan with us to the shores of Polpis Harbor, where we will dine and dance under the very stars that have guided the explorers before us. Dance to musical guest stars Fleetwood Macked,

Drop off the kids & enjoy some adult time!

56 Centre Street Free Sing-a-Long for Ages 5 & older

The NANTUCKET COMMUNITY MUSIC CENTER themed Sing-a-Longs for ages 5 and older from 6 to 8 pm — perfect timing to drop off your little ones for fun + pizza and go out to dinner. On July 1, THE LION KING is featured. And on July 28, they will sing with THE ARTISTOCATS. Sign up using the QR code in our display ad so we know your kids are joining us (and so we can order enough pizza). NCMC also offer music lessons, drop-in beginner ukulele, Music Industry Insights, and more! Visit our website for our summer sessions & events. nantucketmusic.org

Summer Photo Sessions

Kathleen Stover Lifestyle Photography

Book your summer vacation family photos today! at Brant Point, ‘Sconset, & Miacomet Beach Preserve your Nantucket memories

508-332-0742

Say cheese…it’s that time of year again when family is together, the days are longer and memories are made every day! Make this summer count and get your family photos done, taking advantage of the beautiful island as your natural backdrop. Mini sessions and fulllength sessions available. Text or call 508-332-0742.

Nantucket Walkabout

Theatre

Theatre Workshop of Nantucket

ROCK OF AGES opens July 6

Nantucket’s Longest Running Professional Theatre

508-228-4305

For Tickets: visit our website

THEATRE WORKSHOP of Nantucket has been the island’s live theatre company since 1956. ROCK OF AGES, the 5-time Tony Award-nominated musical opens July 6. It tells the story of a city boy & a small-town girl in a rock ‘n’ roll romance on the Sunset Strip. Their 2023 season continues with the Teen Production of GREASE, JAMES GALLAGHER, and ELF THE MUSICAL. AND tickets are now available for a very special one-night show: To Steve With Love, Liz Callaway Celebrates Sondheim on August 7. Ticket sell fast: buy a season subscription at theatrenantucket.org. TWN: Where Nantucket Meets Broadway! theatrenantucket.org

Thrift Shop

Hospital Thrift Shop

Open for the 2023 season

Clothing, housewares, furniture & more

508-228-1125

17 India Street

In 1929, a small group of dedicated women volunteers established the Thrifty Shop, selling affordable, recycled men, women and children clothing, household items and furniture to benefit the Nantucket Cottage Hospital. Now incorporated as THE HOSPITAL THRIFT SHOP this store has donated millions to the NCH. Visit our website for all 2023 hours hospitalthriftshop.org

Seconds Shop

Open Daily 10-4, closed Wednesday

Call about making donations

Proceeds benefit Fairwinds - Nantucket’s Counseling Center

508-228-6677

32 Sparks Avenue

Looking to expand your wardrobe on a budget or need some items for your home at affordable prices? SECONDS SHOP, open at 32 Sparks Ave (between On Island Gas and Cumberland Farms), is the perfect place to shop! Here you’ll find a great selection of gently used clothing, jewelry, house wares, small furnishings, books, and more. There’s an ever-changing variety, so visit often — you never know what treasures you may find. Donations of saleable items in good condition are accepted daily. And your shopping is helping a worthy island cause: proceeds benefit Fairwinds: Nantucket’s Counseling Center. Bring in the display ad in this publication for $5 off your purchase of $25 or more. secondsshop.org

Tours - Bus

Barrett’s Tours

1-1/2 hr tour; departs daily at 10am, 1 pm, & 3 pm

Private charters available

508-228-0174

departs from 25 Federal St

BARRETT’S TOURS is the oldest tour company on Nantucket. BARRETT’S offers 1-1/2 hour historic tours daily from 25 Federal Street (across from the Visitors Center) at 10 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm. BARRETT’S also has Coach bus service for weddings, clambakes, and large private tours. For more information and reservations, please call 508-228-0174.

Nantucket Island Tours

Two Great Tours!

Departing from Greenhound Station on Washington St

Nantucket’s Premiere Transportation Company

508-228-0334

10 Washington Street

NANTUCKET ISLAND TOURS is the largest provider of tours, charters, & transportation services on-island. For more than 70 years, Nantucket Island Tours offers daily tours, corporate charters, wedding & event transportation. Hop aboard one of our beautiful new air-conditioned buses & meet our experienced local guides. We offer multiple tours daily, the 75-minute Signature Tour which departs 3 x a day and the longer, 2-and-a-half-hour Westender Tour which departs daily. You will learn the history of our diverse island, from the founders, the Whaling Industry through current day. See the Oldest House, The Old Mill, The African American Meeting House, The Village of Sconset, Sankaty Head Lighthouse, The Egan Maritime Museum...and many more beautiful sights. Departures are from 10 Washington Street, The Greenhound Building. Buy tickets in advance at nantucketbustours.com with your HyLine ferry ticket or in-person at 10 Washington Street. Tours sell out daily: advance reservations recommended.

nantucketbustours.com

Tours - Walking

Guided Walking Tours with NHA

Walking Tours offered by Nantucket Historical Assoc. depart from Whaling Museum, 15 Broad St. Departs at 10:30 am & 1:30 pm Mon.-Sat.

508-228-1894

Take a walk with the Nantucket Historical Association. Explore the ambiance of Nantucket’s cobbled streets and architecture with NHA guides trained in Nantucket history on the Downtown Tour at 10:30 am and at the Historic Homes & Architecture Tour at 1:30 pm. Tours begin at the Nantucket Whaling Museum, rain or shine. Tickets: $20 adults, $5 for ages 6 to 17; under 6 free. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. Walking tours are offered daily. nha.org

508-422-7466

see website for hikes & times nantucketwalkabout.com

Book online & pickup at Handlebar Cafe, 15 Washington St

Daily Guided Wilderness Hikes on Nantucket

Explore Nantucket’s wilderness with “Walking Nantucket” and “Nantucket: A Natural History” author and naturalist Peter Brace, and learn how the last glacier formed the island. Experience wildlife and rare plants. Learn about Nantucket’s conservation efforts, ecology, and the Native Americans that lived here. Rated 5 out of 5 on Trip Advisor. $50 adults, $25 age 12 & younger. Private hikes available. Apple Pay, Android Pay, MC, Visa, Amex, & Discover accepted. Get details & make reservations at nantucketwalkabout.com or 508-422-7466.

Nantucket Walking Tours

774-325-8972

Ghost Walks, morning exercise walks + afternoon tours. Call for Private Tours

See calendar for times & where to meet

Explore Nantucket: No reservations necessary

The ORIGINAL NANTUCKET GHOST WALK is the most popular walking tour ever on Nantucket. A fascinating evening stroll to five of the island’s most haunted locations, led by the original guide. See Calendar of Events for date & times & descriptions. Meet the guide 10 min. early at the corner of Main & Centre sts, near the bank steps. Discounts for groups of 10 or more. Cash only. No reservations necessary. Private tours are available for all walks. whjamieson@gmail.com

Transportation Boat

Hy-Line

Travel daily; see schedule for times

Make your reservations online

High-Speed, Passenger-Only, Ferry Service from Hyannis

508-228-3949

Straight Wharf

Year-round, High-Speed Ferry Service between Nantucket and Hyannis. Seasonal, High-Speed Inter-Island Ferry Service between Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard. With our convenient, daily departures all summer, let us whisk you away to the Cape, Nantucket, and Martha’s Vineyard! While onboard, enjoy freshly-made food from our snack bar also featuring local beer, wine, and spirits. Visit us online for schedules, reservations, helpful blog posts, and more! hylinecruises.com

Steamship Authority

Reservations Daily: 7:30am - 4pm

The Trinity Collection

Watches

Open for the 2023 summer season

Classic timepieces: vintage & contemporary

508-228-0262

1 Steamboat Wharf steamshipauthority.com

508-228-7557

50 Main Street

THE TRINITY COLLECTION. Our shop offers an extensive collection of fine timepieces—classic designs with superb Swiss watchmaking. We specialize in fine watches such as: Franck Muller, Patek Philippe, Vacheron & Constantin, Cartier, Chronoswiss, Audemars, Graham, Panerai, Ulysse Nardin, Pierre Kunz, U Boat, and Rolex—vintage and contemporary. We also offer fine jewelry, contemporary and estate. We take trades and are always looking to purchase timepieces.

Nantucket Dining Guide

Bakeries

Nantucket Bake Shop

All the delicious freshly baked treats & bread you love. Come in to try our new Gluten Free donuts

Open Monday-Saturday from 6:30 am to 4:30 pm

508-228-2797

17-1/2 Old South Road

Interested in enjoying an authentic bit of Nantucket? You still can in the NANTUCKET BAKE SHOP. Here you’ll find genuine Portuguese bread & rolls. Be tempted by our world-famous almond macaroons and Magees. For breakfast, try our egg sandwiches, fresh donuts, native cranberry & blueberry muffins, scones, flaky croissants, & danish accompanied by a steaming cup of Green Mountain coffee. We bake decorated cakes, fresh fruit tortes, cheesecake, chocolate velvets, and pastries. Everyday favorites include cookies, fruit squares, turnovers, fudge squares, pies, cupcakes, & more! Our traditional baked goods are preservative free and hand batched on Nantucket Island. Most of our cookies and our granola are gluten free. Take our Portuguese bread home so your friends can enjoy a bit of old Nantucket. For mail order, visit our website. Nantucketbakeshop.com

Brewers

Cisco Brewers

Open 7 Days a Week

Home of Cisco Brewers, Nantucket Vineyard, and 888

one of their breakfast wraps, a toasted bagel, and a cup of freshly brewed coffee or a refreshing breakfast smoothie. Their Mermaid Magic Smoothie is a great way to start your day! For lunch or later, order one of COOK’S hearty wraps—there are more than 15 to choose from in two sizes, and they also have vegan specialties! All wraps are affordably priced. Go international with the “Bangkok Chicken Wrap,” the “Tokyo Curry Wrap,” the “Napoleon,” or try one of their tasty Bowls. They also have some classics: Italian, Turkey, Tuna Salad, Buffalo Chicken, and more! COOK’s smoothies make a terrific afternoon snack. You can call in or order online at cookscafenantucket.com

Crosswinds Restaurant & Bar

508-228-6005

Open daily 6 am to 9 pm all year 14 Airport Road at the Nantucket Airport

Biggest portions & great food at the best prices; Free & Easy Parking

“Fly into CROSSWINDS...where our huge portions and delicious daily specials will keep your pockets full and your spirits soaring!” Stop by anytime and join us at the Nantucket Memorial Airport, home of the classic “Wings” television series. We have something for everyone on our fun and diverse menu which spans breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Feel free to bring the kiddies with you, because we also have a complete children’s menu, as well. Whether you’re waiting for a plane or just want to relax with a tasty and filling meal at a great price, Crosswinds is the place to go. Come meet our friendly, courteous staff for a casually elegant dining experience and see what’s new at Crosswinds. CrosswindsNantucket.com

The Faregrounds

508-325-5929

5 Bartlett Farm Road

CISCO BREWERS is Nantucket’s first & only craft brewery and prides itself on celebrating a deep-rooted New England island heritage through its portfolio of approachable, sessionable, and coastally-inspired beers. Founded near Cisco Beach in 1995 by hard-working, entrepreneurial islanders, CISCO BREWERS has gained a cult-like following across the Northeast. Visit its open-air beer garden while on Nantucket to enjoy a laid-back, good times atmosphere, live music, and a refreshing pint or two or a craft cocktail made with our own 888. Private tours may be arranged in advance. Table seating is first-come, first-served — reservations are not accepted. Family & dog-friendly. ciscobrewers.com

Clubs & Entertainment

Rose & Crown

Fri, & Sat 11:30 am to 1 am AND Sun.-Thurs. 11:30 am to 11 pm

Come for the Food, Stay for the Fun!

508-228-2595

23 South Water Street

THE ROSE & CROWN is a favorite among locals and visitors. We are Nantucket’s only Downtown Nightclub. Whether it’s live local music, guided paint nights, house DJs, big screens for games, or our notorious karaoke competitions, we have your entertainment needs covered. In-season, we have entertainment 7 days a week, with early and late-night options, so everyone has a chance to enjoy the fun. Check our website for off-season entertainment listings. theroseandcrown.com

Light Food & Take-Out

45 Surfside Bakery & Cafe

Breakfast & lunch daily

Take out or eat in our dining room or outdoor patio

774-333-3981

45 Surfside Road

Enjoy award-winning pastry chef/owner Rebecca Moesinger’s delicious pastries at 45 SURFSIDE

BAKERY & CAFE. In addition to her famous baked goods, 45 Surfside serves made-to-order breakfast, salads, sandwiches and smoothies. Serving breakfast and lunch daily from 6:30am until 2pm. Relax in their air-conditioned dining room or enjoy the summer breeze on their outdoor patio. Serving Cisco beer, wine and frosé. Call ahead to have your order waiting for you: 774-333-3981. You’ll find 45 SURFSIDE BAKERY & CAFÉ half way down Surfside Road on your way to the beach; plenty of parking and a few steps from an NRTA bus stop. 45Surfside.com

Bartlett’s Farm

Open Daily, Year Round

508-228-9403

33 Bartlett Farm Road

Farm Grown Produce | Garden Center | Groceries | Beer & Wine | Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner To Go

A 7th generation family farm growing fresh vegetables on 200 acres of historic Nantucket farm land. Find our full service grocery store onsite with specialty items like quality meats, artisanal cheeses and dairy, olive oils, organic snacks, and more. Order groceries and made to order foods online at Bartlettsfarm.com. Peruse our selection of ‘well-farmed’ wines, craft beers and ciders. Our FARM KITCHEN offers take-out breakfast sandwiches, muffins, pastries, coffee and tea…for lunch we have sandwiches, lobster rolls, clam chowder...dinner specials include roast turkey, veggie curry, and prime rib dinner. Grab lunch on your way to the beach, or food and beverages for your BBQ on the way home. Bartlett’s Farm, Who’s Your Farmer? bartlettsfarm.com

Cook’s Cafe

Open Daily for Takeout

Healthy Take Out — Wraps & Smoothies

508-228-8810

6 South Beach Street

COOK’S CAFE is the way to eat healthy while you’re on Nantucket. Start your day right with

508-228-4095

Lunch, dinner, & late night menu daily from 11:30 am Indoor & Outside Dining

Delicious & affordable. Gift Cards available

27 Fairgrounds Road

One of Nantucket’s favorite restaurants, THE FAREGROUNDS is serving its regular menus with daily specials. Try their tasty Off-Shore Nibbles, their amazing BBQ Pulled Pork Nachos, one of their char-grilled specialty burgers, or indulge in some of their sensational seafood dishes! They have hearty hot and cold sandwiches and salads, and their pizzas are a favorite with patrons! There’s plenty of parking; major credit cards accepted. Visit thefaregrounds.com to see the menus and call FAREGROUNDS at 508-228-4095 to order your takeout. Call ahead to reserve one of their outdoor dining tables! thefaregrounds.com

Gyp~Sea Café

Open 7:30 am to 3 pm

Gyp-Sea Cafe a beachside oasis of flavor & fun!

774-333-3807

7 Harborview Way at Children’s Beach

An ultimate destination serving up a culinary haven of breakfast and lunch favorites such as our local favorite Acai bowl and array of breakfast sandwiches, salads burgers and more. Nestled right next to the sandy shores of Children’s Beach come join us on our new patio with incredible views of the Nantucket Harbor. We’re easy to find: walk down South Beach Street, take a right after Lola 41, and we’re the cafe across the grassy park. gypseacafé.com

Nantucket Bake Shop

All the delicious freshly baked treats & bread you love.

Come in to try our new Gluten Free donuts

Open Monday-Saturday from 6:30 am to 4:30 pm

508-228-2797

17-1/2 Old South Road

Interested in enjoying an authentic bit of Nantucket? You still can in the NANTUCKET BAKE SHOP. Here you’ll find genuine Portuguese bread & rolls. For breakfast, try our egg sandwiches, fresh donuts, native cranberry & blueberry muffins, scones, flaky croissants, & danish accompanied by a steaming cup of Green Mountain coffee. Everyday favorites include cookies, fruit squares, turnovers, fudge squares, pies, cupcakes, & more! How about an all white meat chicken pie or fresh spinach quiche for a quick supper? Take our Portuguese bread home so your friends can enjoy a bit of old Nantucket. For mail order, visit our website.

Siam to Go

Lunch: Mon.-Fri. 11 am to 2 pm

Nantucketbakeshop.com

508-228-SIAM (7426)

Dinner: Mon.-Fri. 4 to 7 pm Nantucket Ice, 1 Backus Ln

Thai Cuisine made with fresh ingredients at reasonable prices

SIAM TO GO offers an appealing selection of authentic Thai cuisine that is light, fresh, and traditional. The menu includes Thai curries, noodle and rice dishes, and house specialties, offered with a choice of chicken, beef, pork, shrimp, fried tofu, or vegetables. The Create Your Own Curry section of the menu allows you to pair a protein with any of their six favorite curries. The entree section of the menu is especially tempting, with dishes like Kai Yad Sai (Thai-style Egg Fu Yung) and Ram Rong Song. While the menu is extensive, every dish is prepared well and fresh to order, so call ahead to take home or to the beach, or sit at a table in the ice rink lobby and enjoy a taste of Thailand. siamtogonantucket.com

The Surf Beach Grill

Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner daily

Picnic style dining with stunning ocean views

508-825-5531

4 Western Ave at Surfside Beach

Unforgettable Experience and view at THE SURF on Surfside Beach. Come out and try our famous Burgers & Surf Chicken sandwiches, not to mention a variety of fresh salads, homemade lemonades, and ice cream: something for everyone’s palate. We also offer vegan friendly options. The laid-back atmosphere and friendly staff make you feel right at home. Take a moment to breathe in the salty ocean air while overlooking the beautiful view on one of Nantucket’s most beautiful beaches. Whether you’re an early riser seeking breakfast, or in need of a satisfying lunch or dinner, make your way to “The Surf” at Surfside Beach. For beachgoers, we also rent beach chairs, umbrellas and sell sunscreen. Open daily 8:30 am - 8 pm, weather permiting www.thesurf-ack.com

Live Entertainment

Cisco Brewers

Open 7 Days a Week

Dune

Serving Dinner Nightly from 5:30 pm; Bar Opens at 5 pm

Where chic meets casual comfort

508-325-5929

5 Bartlett Farm Road

CISCO BREWERS is Nantucket’s first & only craft brewery and prides itself on celebrating a deep-rooted New England island heritage through its portfolio of approachable, sessionable, and coastally-inspired beers. Founded near Cisco Beach in 1995 by hard-working, entrepreneurial islanders, CISCO BREWERS has gained a cult-like following across the Northeast. Visit its open-air beer garden while on Nantucket to enjoy a laid-back, good times atmosphere, live music, and a refreshing pint or two or a craft cocktail made with our own 888. Private tours may be arranged in advance. Table seating is first-come, first-served — reservations are not accepted. ciscobrewers.com

Markets

Bartlett’s Farm

Open Daily, Year Round

508-228-5550

20 Broad Street

DUNE is open for the season with Chef Michael Getter, formerly of 21 Federal and American Seasons, in the kitchen! The décor in three distinct dining rooms is a blend of sophisticated elegance and soothing comfort. They also serve on a sheltered patio and have sidewalk cafestyle dining. DUNE offer an extensive selection of handcrafted cocktails, wines, liquors and cordials along with tempting dinner and dessert menus. The ever-changing menu showcases an innovative selection of the finest in seasonal local produce, fish, and meats from regional farms and select purveyors. DuneNantucket.com

The Faregrounds

508-228-9403

Bartlett Farm Road

Farm Grown Produce | Garden Center | Groceries | Beer & Wine | Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner To Go

A 7th generation family farm growing fresh vegetables on 200 acres of historic Nantucket farm land. Find our full service grocery store onsite with specialty items like quality meats, artisanal cheeses and dairy, olive oils, organic snacks, and more. Order groceries and made to order foods online at Bartlettsfarm.com. Peruse our selection of ‘well-farmed’ wines, craft beers and ciders. Our Farm kitchen offers take-out breakfast sandwiches, muffins, pastries, coffee and tea…for lunch we have sandwiches, lobster rolls, clam chowder...dinner specials include roast turkey, veggie curry, and prime rib dinner. Grab lunch on your way to the beach, or food and beverages for your BBQ on the way home. Bartlett’s Farm, Who’s Your Farmer? bartlettsfarm.com

Restaurants

45 Surfside Bakery & Cafe

Breakfast & lunch daily

Take out or eat in our dining room or outdoor patio

774-333-3981

45 Surfside Road

Enjoy award-winning pastry chef/owner Rebecca Moesinger’s delicious pastries at 45 SURFSIDE BAKERY & CAFE. In addition to her famous baked goods, 45 Surfside serves made-to-order breakfast, salads, sandwiches and smoothies. Serving breakfast and lunch daily from 6:30am until 2pm. Relax in their air-conditioned dining room or enjoy the summer breeze on their outdoor patio. Serving Cisco beer, wine and frosé. Call ahead to have your order waiting for you: 774-333-3981. You’ll find 45 SURFSIDE BAKERY & CAFÉ half way down Surfside Road on your way to the beach; plenty of parking and a few steps from an NRTA bus stop. 45Surfside.com

The Brotherhood of Thieves

Open 7 days a week 11:30 am to midnight

Good food. Good drinks. Good company.

774-325-5812

23 Broad Street

Whether you are a first-time or returning visitor to Nantucket, THE BROTHERHOOD OF THIEVES, 23 Broad Street, must be on your To Do List! This landmark island eatery, offers 4 concepts to enjoy—a downstairs pub echoing a 1840s Whaling tavern, a second floor Cisco Kitchen & Bar with a surf shack vibe and live music, the Notch Whiskey Bar, and a Beer Garden on their patio— all in the heart of downtown Nantucket. THE BROTHERHOOD’s different menus feature fresh salads, sushi, hot & cold appetizers, nachos, hearty burgers & sandwiches, their famous curly fries, and entrees featuring fish, chicken, and steak. To accompany your meal, THE BROTHERHOOD serves Cisco & other craft beers on draft, wines by the glass & by the bottle, and more than a dozen signature cocktails. brotherhoodnantucket.com

The Chanticleer

Open Tues.-Sun. Lunch 11:30 am to 1:30 pm

Dinner served from 5:30 to 9 pm

508-257-4499

Reservations Required

9 New Street, Siasconset

Originally opened as a small tea house at the turn of the century, THE CHANTICLEER is now one of the premier restaurants on Nantucket. One of the most romantic destinations on-island, you may linger here over an intimate lunch in the Rose Garden or come together with family and friends for a convivial dinner in one of our personal dining rooms: al fresco on warm evenings. The lush gardens produce organic herbs, flowers, berries, and seasonal vegetables for the kitchen. An extensive wine list features some of the finest wines in the world. Chef Jeff Worster creates seasonal menus celebrating New England’s abundant local offerings from land and sea with a firm anchor in classic techniques and a penchant for cross-cultural meanderings to all corners of the globe. Reservations required; closed Monday. chanticleernantucket.com

Crosswinds Restaurant & Bar

508-228-6005

Open daily 6 am to 9 pm all year 14 Airport Road at the Nantucket Airport

Biggest portions & great food at the best prices; Free & Easy Parking

“Fly into CROSSWINDS...where our huge portions and delicious daily specials will keep your pockets full and your spirits soaring!” Stop by anytime and join us at the Nantucket Memorial Airport, home of the classic “Wings” television series. We have something for everyone on our fun and diverse menu which spans breakfast (6:30am-1:30pm), lunch, and dinner. We have extensive beer, wine, and cocktail selections. Feel free to bring the kiddies with you, because we also have a complete children’s menu, as well. Whether you’re waiting for a plane or just want to relax with a tasty and filling meal at a great price, Crosswinds is the place to go. Come meet our friendly, courteous staff for a casually elegant dining experience and see what’s new at Crosswinds. CrosswindsNantucket.com

508-228-4095

Lunch, dinner, & late night menu daily from 11:30 am Indoor & Outside Dining

Affordable Family Dining

27 Fairgrounds Road

FAREGROUNDS is one of Nantucket’s favorite year round restaurants (and we are sports fanatics, with 15 HDTVs)! Choose between the Pudley’s Pub, the cool ocean breeze while you enjoy outdoor dining, and the quiet of FAREGROUNDS dining room! Our affordable fare is complemented by daily specials. We are THE perfect place to satisfy everyone in your party! FAREGROUNDS is the right place to reunite with friends, enjoy a beer and cheer on your team; or gather the family and savor a great meal while enjoying those who matter. thefaregrounds.com

Gyp~Sea Café

Open 7:30 am to 3 pm

Gyp-Sea Cafe a beachside oasis of flavor & fun!

774-333-3807

7 Harborview Way at Children’s Beach

An ultimate destination serving up a culinary haven of breakfast and lunch favorites such as our local favorite Acai bowl and array of breakfast sandwiches, salads burgers and more. Nestled right next to the sandy shores of Children’s Beach come join us on our new patio with incredible views of the Nantucket Harbor. gypseacafé.com

Rose & Crown

Fri, & Sat 11:30 am to 1 am AND

Sun.-Thurs. 11:30 am to 11 pm

Indoor & Outdoor Dining ~ Takeout Available

508-228-2595

23 South Water Street

THE ROSE & CROWN is a perennial favorite of islanders and visitors. Stop by for one of the largest draft Craft Beer selections on the island and our scratch made Eclectic Pub Fare. We offer everything you could desire, including nachos and wings, sandwiches and our famous burgers, lobster rolls, local seafood, and mouth watering steaks, plus gluten-free and vegetarian options. Always family friendly with a children’s menu. Eat indoors or at our sidewalk tables. And you can order online for takeout. Check theroseandcrown.com for current hours, menus, & daily specials. theroseandcrown.com

Siam to Go

Lunch: Mon.-Fri. 11 am to 2 pm

Dinner: Mon.-Fri. 4 to 7 pm

508-228-SIAM (7426)

Nantucket Ice, 1 Backus Ln

Thai Cuisine made with fresh ingredients at reasonable prices

SIAM TO GO offers an appealing selection of authentic Thai cuisine that is light, fresh, and traditional. The menu includes Thai curries, noodle and rice dishes, and house specialties, offered with a choice of chicken, beef, pork, shrimp, fried tofu, or vegetables. The Create Your Own Curry section of the menu allows you to pair a protein with any of their six favorite curries. The entree section of the menu is especially tempting, with dishes like Kai Yad Sai (Thai-style Egg Fu Yung) and Ram Rong Song. While the menu is extensive, every dish is prepared well and fresh to order, so call ahead to take home or to the beach, or sit at a table in the ice rink lobby and enjoy a taste of Thailand. siamtogonantucket.com

Seafood

Souza’s Seafood

Open year-round 9 am to 6 pm

Stop by and enter our weekly Meg-a-Fish Free Seafood Drawing

508-228-9140

23 Trotter’s Lane

SOUZA’S SEAFOOD, under the red and white flag on Trotter’s Lane, offers a full line of quality seafoods both fresh and frozen. The selection changes daily and can include (while they last): littlenecks, cherrystones, lobsters, swordfish, shrimp, quahogs, & more! Selection changes daily. Call ahead and arrange for a cooked lobster for a picnic at home, on the beach, or on the boat. Remember to order a travel pack of lobsters to take off-island with you. Sign up for our free MEGA-FISH drawing!

Wine & Spirits

Current Vintage

Mon-Sat 9 am to 9 pm & Sun. 10 am to 9 pm

Wine • Clothing • Home • Gifts • Provisions

508-228-5073

4 Easy Street

CURRENT VINTAGE is a fun and original concept store with a carefully edited mix of vintage clothing & accessories, wines, cheeses, beer, and home goods. Choose from a selection of nearly 400 wines, including many organic and small production options. Stop by CV in town at 4 Easy Street for the perfect custom gift basket, and try our monthly Sommelier Sampler! CV is a beloved island institution, celebrating more than 15 years in the heart of Nantucket. Join us for fun vibe & serious wines! currentvintage.com

Events & Entertainment

8 PM - Live Music at the Brotherhood

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Live music upstairs in the Cisco Surf Bar at Brotherhood of Thieves, 23 Broad Street. brotherhoodnantucket.com

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route

A 3/4-mi, 80 min stroll in the historic district to 5 of the most haunted spots. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 6-12. Cash Only. No reservations necessary, Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 10 min early. 774-325-8972

SUNDAY, JULY 9

7 AM - Sports Fishing on the Herbert T Capt. Fred Tonkin is an experienced island fisherman who will take you to where the fish are biting. All equipment provided. A fishing trip on the Herbert T is a memorable experience for the whole family. Reservations: 508-228-6655 (evenings call 508-257-4176). Trips at 7am, 10am, 1pm, 4pm

8 AM - Shawkemo Hills Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

Hike a portion of the island dramatically shaped by the last glacier to cover most of North America. See & learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, Haulover, Nantucket Harbor, & inner harbor shores. Tickets at WalkNantucket.com

9 to 9:30 AM - Half-Hour Hayrides at Bartlett’s Farm

A fun ride for families on the go. Hayrides are 30-minutes long. Kids can add a sticker book and do the scavenger hunt for $5. For ages 3 & up with parent. $35; under 2 free. Tickets at BartlettsFarm.com or 508-228-9403.

9 to 10 AM - Feeding Frenzy at Maria Mitchell Assn. Aquarium

Join MMA staff as they feed the hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens. Fun for all ages. Registration required at mariamitchell.org.

9 to 10 AM - Ravenous Reptiles for Ages 4+

Learn about unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, & more at the MMA Natural Science Museum and touch or hold several of the MMA’s animals. $15; pre-registration required at MariaMitchell.org: at least 1 adult must sign up with children.

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com.

Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 AM - Cruise with Ack Sail

A Nantucket sailing charter or harbor cruise for up to 17 passenges. Celebrate engagements, weddings, family reunions, or special time spent with good friends. Call 508-423-9985 or acksail.com. Again at 1pm, 4pm, & sunset.

10 AM to 6 PM - Lola Saratoga at Respoke Nantucket

Don’t miss this special pre-owned luxury designer trunk show held at Respoke Nantucket, 41 Straight Wharf.

10:30 - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

Walk through Nantucket town with an NHA Museum Guide & hear the story of the rise and fall of whaling, the beginnings of tourism, and social & racial development on-island. Again at 1:30pm Rain or shine. Tickets at nha.org.

11 AM to 3 PM - Sunday Sips on the Deck

Enjoy beautiful views of the harbor from the Dreamland’s Deck. Free access & cash bar; weather permitting. The Dreamland, 17 S. Water Street.

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

Relax on a narrated tour of the inner harbor & enjoy ice cream with friends & family. Again at 1, 2:25, & 4 pm. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

11:15 AM - The Signature Historic Tour with Island Tours

A narrated tour of historic sites in town, Old Mill, Oldest House, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head Lighthouse & more with knowledgeable guides in new air-conditioned buses. Learn about Nantucket’s history. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington St. Again at 1 pm & 2:45pm. Nantucketbustours.com or 508-228-0334. ., .

1 PM - Gardner Farm-Lost Farm Loop Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

This 2.5 mile hike explores plant succession on globally threatened habitat know as sandplain grasslands. These former vegetable farms are now dominated by pitch pines, but their groves & small forests are broken up by meadows of wildflowers. Tickets at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466.

3 to 6 PM - Live Music at Cisco Brewers

Featuring Soul Shot at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

5:30 to 6:30 PM - Beginners Ukulele Drop-In Free

Learn how to tune and play basic chords. No instrument? No problem. NCMC has a few you can use. Nantucket Community Music Center, 56 Center Street.

6 PM - Children’s Beach Bandstand Concert: The Local Notes

Live concert at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way.

6:30 PM - Smith’s Point Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

See an amazing sunset at the westernmost extremity of Nantucket in sight of Tuck-

ernuck Island. Walk back on the beach under the rising moon & stars, and maybe take a dip in the ocean if you’re game. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

7 to 8 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

Nothing beats a Nantucket Sunset. Grab your favorite beverages & snacks and c’mon aboard for one of the best shows in town! Departure time will vary with sunset. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route

A 3/4-mi, 80 min stroll in the historic district to 5 of the most haunted spots. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 6-12. Cash Only. No reservations necessary, Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 10 min early. 774-325-8972

MONDAY, JULY 10

7 AM - Sports Fishing on the Herbert T

Capt. Fred Tonkin is an experienced island fisherman who will take you to where the fish are biting. All equipment provided. A fishing trip on the Herbert T is a memorable experience for the whole family. Reservations: 508-228-6655 (evenings call 508-257-4176). Trips at 7am, 10am, 1pm, 4pm

8 AM - Polpis Harbor Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

Festooned with salt marshes with nesting & fishing shorebirds, Polpis Harbor also has beautiful meadows overlooking the east cove. Get a close look at Nantucket Harbor from a coastal bank. Tickets at 508-422-7466 or WalkNantucket.com

8:30 AM - Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point

2-1/2 mi, 1 hr. exercise walk with historic commentary past spectacular homes. End at White Elephant Hotel. Cash Only, $25; $20 for 65+; $15 for teens; $10 for ages 6-12. Meet at Main & Centre by bank steps 10 min early 774-325-8972

9 to 10 AM - Feeding Frenzy at Maria Mitchell Assn. Aquarium

Join MMA staff as they feed the hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens. Fun for all ages. Registration required at mariamitchell.org.

9 to 10 AM - Ravenous Reptiles for Ages 4+

Learn about unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, & more at the MMA Natural Science Museum and touch or hold several of the MMA’s animals. $15; pre-registration required at MariaMitchell.org: at least 1 adult must sign up with children.

9:30 to 10:30 AM - Picasso Collage for Ages 2-6

This fun Barnaby’s class celebrates Picasso’s use of geometric & imperfect shapes! Use a variety of Picasso’s favorite materials from newspaper, wall paper, paint, felt, fabric, & more! $58; register at BarnabysNantucket.com or 508-680-1553.

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 AM - Barrett’s Tours

Historic tours offered daily departing from 25 Federal St., across from the Visitors Centre. Reservations: call 508-228-0174. Offered again at 1 & 3 pm

10 AM - Cruise with Ack Sail

A Nantucket sailing charter or harbor cruise for up to 17 passenges. Celebrate engagements, weddings, family reunions, or special time spent with good friends. Call 508-423-9985 or acksail.com. Again at 1pm, 4pm, & sunset.

10 to 11:30 AM - Free Downtown Tree Tour

Learn about the historic species of trees that line the streets of downtown Nantucket, and how they have been preserved. Register at NantucketLandCouncil.org

10 AM to 3:30 PM - Free Family Activities at Shipwreck Museum

Unique outdoor activities featuring nautical crafts, marine science, rescue demonstrations, & more. Outside on the grounds of the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Road; free shuttle departs from 25 Federal St starting at 9:30 am.

10:30 - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

Walk through Nantucket town with an NHA Museum Guide & hear the story of the rise and fall of whaling, the beginnings of tourism, and social & racial development on-island. Again at 1:30pm Rain or shine. Tickets at nha.org.

11 AM to 12 PM - Nantucket Wood Art for Ages 6+

Kids choose from a variety of wood slices to design using various mixed media: paint, shells, washi tape, origami paper, & more! $58; register at BarnabysNantucket.com or 508-680-1553.

11 AM to 12 PM - Bug Bonanza with Maria Mitchell Assn. for Ages 4+

Find out what insects and small creatures live in the grasses, flowers, & trees of Nantucket. Collect insects like a scientist & learn about their behaviors before we release them. Pre-registration recommended at 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

Relax on a narrated tour of the inner harbor & enjoy ice cream with friends & family. Again at 1, 2:25, & 4 pm. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

11:15 AM - The Signature Historic Tour with Island Tours

A narrated tour of historic sites in town, Old Mill, Oldest House, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head Lighthouse & more with knowledgeable guides in new air-condi-

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tioned buses. Learn about Nantucket’s history. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington St. Again at 1 pm & 2:45pm. Nantucketbustours.com or 508-228-0334. ., .

11:45 AM - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

A 2-1/2 hr tour of the west end of Nantucket. Visit Madaket, then travel to the Cisco area with stops at Bartlett’s Farm & Cisco Brewers. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington st. or at Nantucketbustours.com or call 508-228-0334.

2 PM - Lost Farm Sanctuary Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

The area is within Nantucket’s oldest outwash plain of sandplain grasslands and contains pitch pine forests and a cattail-choked inlet with a walkway. This hike is close to Cisco Beach & Brewery. Tickets at WalkNantucket.com

4 to 7 PM - Live Music at Cisco Brewers

Featuring Ari Hest at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

5:30 PM - Free Meet the Artist: Curtis On Tour

Meet four internationally-renowned Curtis alumni at this casual evening in the Atheneum, 1 India Street before their Tuesday evening concert in St. Paul’s Church. A Nantucket Musical Arts Society event

5:30 to 7:30 PM - An Evening with Author Will Sofrin

Join Will Sofrin, as he recalls his time aboard the Rose while filming Master and Commander! Q&A and book signing follows his talk at the Shipwreck and Lifesaving Museum. Register at EganMaritime.org

6 to 7 PM - Live Music with Jacob Butler

Live Music at The Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street.

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

7 to 8 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

Nothing beats a Nantucket Sunset. Grab your favorite beverages & snacks and c’mon aboard for one of the best shows in town! Departure time will vary with sunset. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com

7:30 PM - Blithe Spirit by White Heron Theatre

True love is eternal, for better...and worse. Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit is a Spirited Classic Directed by Skip Greer at the White Heron Theatre Company, 5 North Water Street. Tickets at 508-825-5268 or at WhiteHeronTheatre.org

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route

A 3/4-mi, 80 min stroll in the historic district to 5 of the most haunted spots. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 6-12. Cash Only. No reservations necessary, Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 10 min early. 774-325-8972

9 PM - Open Night: Stargazing at Loines Observatory

Join professional astronomers for a tour of Nantucket’s night sky with Maria Mitchell Assn. astronomers. Arrive 10 min. early. $22 for adults, $12 for kids. Preregister at MariaMitchell.org

TUESDAY, JULY 11

7 AM - Sports Fishing on the Herbert T Capt. Fred Tonkin is an experienced island fisherman who will take you to where the fish are biting. All equipment provided. A fishing trip on the Herbert T is a memorable experience for the whole family. Reservations: 508-228-6655 (evenings call 508-257-4176). Trips at 7am, 10am, 1pm, 4pm

8 AM - Stump Swamp/Norwood Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

A mashup of island terrain; forest, upland meadows, small ponds, a former cranberry bog, & one of the island’s true flowing streams. A 90-120 min. dual property hike, depending on group interest. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com

8:30 AM - Nantucket in Bloom Walk

A 2 mile, nonstop, exercise walk, with historic commentary past historic mansions and the most beautiful gardens of Nantucket Town. Tour gathers 10 min early at Main and Centre Streets, in front of bank. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 6-12. Cash Only. whjamieson@gmail.com 774-325-8972

9 to 10 AM - Feeding Frenzy at Maria Mitchell Assn. Aquarium

Join MMA staff as they feed the hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens. Fun for all ages. Registration required at mariamitchell.org.

9 to 10 AM - Ravenous Reptiles for Ages 4+

Learn about unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, & more at the MMA Natural Science Museum and touch or hold several of the MMA’s animals. $15; pre-registration required at MariaMitchell.org: at least 1 adult must sign up with children.

9 to 11 AM - Marine Ecology Field Trip

Help collect, identify and release fish, crabs, shrimp, & other marine life during this program that is part of a research project & interesting for adults + kids. $30 per participant. Register at 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org

9:30 to 10:30 AM - Dinosaur Habitats for Ages 3-6

Kids start by excavating & digging for a dinosaur, then they will design & create a special habitat for their dinosaurs using a variety of materials and mixed media. Kids will also learn about the different types of Dinosaurs and the habitats that they lived in. $58; register at BarnabysNantucket.com or 508-680-1553.

9:45 to 10:30 AM - Free Music in the Morning

Fun songs and singing games for young children. Bring a blanket to sit on. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 to 11 AM - Nantucket by Water Whaling History Tour

Learn what life was like in the late 1800s during the Whaling Era & see remaining historic landmarks. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com

10 AM - Barrett’s Tours

Historic tours offered daily departing from 25 Federal St., across from the Visitors Centre. Reservations: call 508-228-0174. Offered again at 1 & 3 pm

10 AM - Cruise with Ack Sail

A Nantucket sailing charter or harbor cruise for up to 17 passenges. Celebrate engagements, weddings, family reunions, or special time spent with good friends. Call 508-423-9985 or acksail.com. Again at 1pm, 4pm, & sunset.

10 AM to 3:30 PM - Free Family Activities at Shipwreck Museum

Unique outdoor activities featuring nautical crafts, marine science, rescue demonstrations, & more. Outside on the grounds of the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Road; free shuttle departs from 25 Federal St starting at 9:30 am.

10:30 - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

Walk through Nantucket town with an NHA Museum Guide & hear the story of the rise and fall of whaling, the beginnings of tourism, and social & racial development on-island. Again at 1:30pm Rain or shine. Tickets at nha.org.

11 AM to 12 PM - Fairy House Wonderlands for Ages 6+

This class focuses on designing & creating all the miniature elements that come together to build a child’s own special, little world using mixed media, recycled, & raw materials. $58 Reserve a spot at BarnabysNantucket.com or 508-680-1553.

11 AM to 12 PM - Nature Story Hour with Maria Mitchell Assn.

An MMA educator will read a nature or science related book, introduce an MMA’s animal friend, & make a craft or play games. Adult must accompany kids. $15; register at MariaMitchell.org

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

Relax on a narrated tour of the inner harbor & enjoy ice cream with friends & family. Again at 1, 2:25, & 4 pm. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

11:15 AM - The Signature Historic Tour with Island Tours

A narrated tour of historic sites in town, Old Mill, Oldest House, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head Lighthouse & more with knowledgeable guides in new air-conditioned buses. Learn about Nantucket’s history. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington St. Again at 1 pm & 2:45pm. Nantucketbustours.com or 508-228-0334.

11:45 AM - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

A 2-1/2 hr tour of the west end of Nantucket. Visit Madaket, then travel to the Cisco area with stops at Bartlett’s Farm & Cisco Brewers. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington st. or at Nantucketbustours.com or call 508-228-0334.

2 to 4 PM - Sankaty Bluff Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

On this hike, walk south down the beach from the Hoicks Hollow Road public way to see examples of & learn about Nantucket’s geological past. Tickets at 508-4227466 or at WalkNantucket.com

4 to 7 PM - Live Music at Cisco Brewers

Featuring Chrissi Poland at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

4:30 PM - Artists Association Salon Series: Paint ‘n Sip

Sip, snack, & connect at AAN’s first salon of the season. Professional artist Rebekah Sanders leads a painting demonstration while participants follow along in this fun and relaxed afternoon of art. Nantucketarts.org ~ 508-228-0722

5 to 7 PM - Teen Trivia Night

Join us for an evening of trivia at the library, just for teens and tweens! Bring a friend or come alone and test your knowledge! Snacks will be provided. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. 508-228-1110 NantucketAtheneum.org

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

6 to 7 PM - Authors in Conversation: Elin Hilderbrand & Kristy Woodson Harvey Hear Kristy Woodson Harvey, author of The Summer of Songbirds, in conversation with NYT bestselling author Elin Hilderbrand in the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. The event is free & a booksigning will follow.

6 to 7 PM - Live Music with Jacob Butler

Live Music at The Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street.

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

7 to 8 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise with the Shanty Singers

A sunset cruise with live music by Nantucket’s own Shanty Singers! BYOB. Departure time will vary with sunset. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

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7 PM - Concert: Curtis On Tour

Curtis on Tour returns to Nantucket for another highly anticipated performance. Four internationally-renowned Curtis alumni will play works by Johannes Brahms, W.A. Mozart, J.S. Bach, and more. Concert in St. Paul’s Church, 20 Fair Street. Tickets $30 at the door. A Nantucket Musical Arts Society event

7 PM - Rock of Ages by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket

This big summer musical takes you back to the totally awesome time of big bands with big egos playing big guitar solos, and sporting even bigger hair! Theatre Workshop production features hits of bands including Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, & more. Tickets at theatrenantucket.org

7:30 PM - Blithe Spirit by White Heron Theatre

True love is eternal, for better...and worse. Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit is a Spirited Classic Directed by Skip Greer at the White Heron Theatre Company, 5 North Water Street. Tickets at 508-825-5268 or at WhiteHeronTheatre.org

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Cemetery Route

A 1-1/3 mi, 90 min eerie stroll featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House, & 2 haunted hotels. Led by original guide. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 6-12. Cash Only. No reservations necessary, Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 15 min early. 774-325-8972

9 PM - Open Night: Stargazing at Loines Observatory

Join professional astronomers for a tour of Nantucket’s night sky with Maria Mitchell Assn. astronomers. Arrive 10 min. early. $22 for adults, $12 for kids. Preregister at MariaMitchell.org

WEDNESDAY, JULY 12

7 AM - Sports Fishing on the Herbert T

Capt. Fred Tonkin is an experienced island fisherman who will take you to where the fish are biting. All equipment provided. A fishing trip on the Herbert T is a memorable experience for the whole family. Reservations: 508-228-6655 (evenings call 508-257-4176). Trips at 7am, 10am, 1pm, 4pm

8 AM - Smith’s Point Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

Nantucket’s weasternmost sand extremity is a great hike to see nesting piping plovers, least terns and American oystercatchers and to catch a glimpse of Tuckernuck Island. Tickets at 508-422-7466 or at WalkNantucket.com

8:30 AM - Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point

2-1/2 mi, 1-hr. exercise walk with commentary past spectacular homes. End at White Elephant. Cash Only, $25; $20 for 65+; teens $15; $10 ages 6-12. Meet at Main & Centre by bank 10 min early whjamieson@gmail.com

9 to 10 AM - Feeding Frenzy at Maria Mitchell Assn. Aquarium

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Join MMA staff as they feed the hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens. Fun for all ages. Registration required at mariamitchell.org.

9 to 10 AM - Free Tour of Brant Point Hatchery

Tours last 45 minutes + 15 min for questions. Walk to the hatchery at Brant Point Beach. Sign up at https://linktr.ee/NRD_ACK ~ Again at 12 noon on July 13.

9 to 10 AM - Ravenous Reptiles for Ages 4+

Learn about unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, & more at the MMA Natural Science Museum and touch or hold several of the MMA’s animals. $15; pre-registration required at MariaMitchell.org: at least 1 adult must sign up with children.

9:30 to 10:30 AM - Unicorn Habitats for Ages 2-6

Your child will be in heaven as they create their very own Unicorn habitat. In this your child will plan & create a unicorn habitat from a variety of materials. $58; register at BarnabysNantucket.com or 508-680-1553.

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 to 11 AM - Paint Your Own Sea Animal Ornament

Stop by the garden & make a fun sea creature of your very own! For children of all ages, but younger ones may need assistance. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

10 AM - Barrett’s Tours

Historic tours offered daily departing from 25 Federal St., across from the Visitors Centre. Reservations: call 508-228-0174. Offered again at 1 & 3 pm

10 AM - Cruise with Ack Sail

A Nantucket sailing charter or harbor cruise for up to 17 passenges. Celebrate engagements, weddings, family reunions, or special time spent with good friends. Call 508-423-9985 or acksail.com. Again at 1pm, 4pm, & sunset.

10 to 11:30 AM - Farm and Field Hayride Tour

This tour goes all over the farm, with multiple stops at the tomato houses, lily houses, etc via by hayride. Comes with a sticker sheet and scavenger hunt for kids. Adults $65, 6-12 $50, under 5 - free. Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Road. Tickets at 508-228-9403 or at BartlettsFarm.com

10 AM to 3:30 PM - Free Family Activities at Shipwreck Museum

Unique outdoor activities featuring nautical crafts, marine science, rescue demon-

strations, & more. Outside on the grounds of the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Road; free shuttle departs from 25 Federal St starting at 9:30 am.

10:30 - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

Walk through Nantucket town with an NHA Museum Guide & hear the story of the rise and fall of whaling, the beginnings of tourism, and social & racial development on-island. Again at 1:30pm Rain or shine. Tickets at nha.org.

11 AM - Nantucket by Water Oyster Farm Tour

Cruise up harbor to a working oyster farm and see how oysters are grown and why they are so beneficial. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com Departure times: 11 am to 1 pm & 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm

11 AM to 12 PM - Book Signing with Elin Hilderbrand & Kristy Woodson Harvey Meet these stellar authors as they sign their books at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street.

11 AM to 12 PM - Painting Pottery Class for Ages 6+

Painting pottery is always a favorite: children will choose from a variety of ceramic pieces that they can paint & glaze. $58: register at BarnabysNantucket.com or 508-680-1553.

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

Relax on a narrated tour of the inner harbor & enjoy ice cream with friends & family. Again at 1, 2:25, & 4 pm. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

11:15 AM - The Signature Historic Tour with Island Tours

A narrated tour of historic sites in town, Old Mill, Oldest House, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head Lighthouse & more with knowledgeable guides in new air-conditioned buses. Learn about Nantucket’s history. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington St. Again at 1 pm & 2:45pm. Nantucketbustours.com or 508-228-0334. ., .

11:45 AM - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

A 2-1/2 hr tour of the west end of Nantucket. Visit Madaket, then travel to the Cisco area with stops at Bartlett’s Farm & Cisco Brewers. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington st. or at Nantucketbustours.com or call 508-228-0334.

2 PM - Gardner Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

This hike is within Nantucket’s oldest outwash plain of sandplain grasslands and contains pitch pine forests with a walkway over a cattail-choked inlet. This hike is close to Cisco Beach & Cisco Brewery. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com

2 to 3 PM - Beach Biology Field Trip

Join MMA staff to learn about the fascinating ecology, and geology of Nantucket’s unique shoreline. $30. re-registration required. 508-228-5387 MariaMitchell.org

2 to 3 PM - Bug Bonanza with Maria Mitchell Assn. for Ages 4+

Find out what insects and small creatures live in the grasses, flowers, & trees of Nantucket. Collect insects like a scientist & learn about their behaviors before we release them. Pre-registration recommended at 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org

2 to 4 PM - Calling All Writers

Join with other writers in the Atheneum Learning Lab to share written work. Read work on which you wish to have reader feedback: memoirs, poetry, travel, essay, fiction. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. 508-228-1110 NantucketAtheneum.org

2 to 4:30 PM - Free Drop In Gams with No Instruction

Have an unfinished chair, basket, beading, or stitching project? Bring what you’re working on to this open session to work in the company of others. Open to all levels; basic tools are available for use. 1800 House, 7 Mill Street. nha.org

3 to 4 PM - “Who They Are”: Hosted in The Garden

Talk to a guest who belongs to Nantucket in some way, from vacationers to generational residents & everything in between. Discuss their lives, their relationship with Nantucket, and a prediction of what the future holds for Nantucket. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

3 to 5 PM - Painted Rock Cactus Garden for Ages 12-18

Create a own mini cactus garden with painted rocks to make your own unique cacti. Register in advance: supplies are limited: NantucketAtheneum.org

4 to 7 PM - Live Music at Cisco Brewers

Featuring Buckle & Shake at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

5:30 to 6:15 PM - Mindfulness in Nature through Internal Observation

Join Andrew Viselli, for a 45-min. walking meditation & deliberate observation of nature. $30. Pre-registration required at mariamitchell.org. This program is recommended for all levels and is beginner friendly.

6 PM - Summer Decks 2023

An over 18 event featuring: Ms. Mada. $65 + $2.25 service fee The Dreamland, 17 S. Water Street. Tickets at NantucketDreamland.org

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

6:45 PM - Polpis Harbor Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

As the sun sets over Nantucket Harbor & Coatue, learn from Guide Peter Brace how geological forces formed Nantucket & Polpis Harbors & about salt marsh ecosystem in the harbors & conservation efforts. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com

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7 PM - Free Cultural Arts Lecture at NISDA

“Modern Mythology” Artist Kevin Stanton talks about his painting and contemporary inspiration at NISDA, 23 Wauwinet Road.

7 to 8 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

Nothing beats a Nantucket Sunset. Grab your favorite beverages & snacks and c’mon aboard for one of the best shows in town! Departure time will vary with sunset. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com

7 PM - Rock of Ages by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket

This big summer musical takes you back to the totally awesome time of big bands with big egos playing big guitar solos, and sporting even bigger hair! Theatre

Workshop production features hits of bands including Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, & more. Tickets at theatrenantucket.org

7:30 PM - Blithe Spirit by White Heron Theatre

True love is eternal, for better...and worse. Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit is a Spirited Classic Directed by Skip Greer at the White Heron Theatre Company, 5 North Water Street. Tickets at 508-825-5268 or at WhiteHeronTheatre.org

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Cemetery Route

A 1-1/3 mi, 90 min eerie stroll featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House, & 2 haunted hotels. Led by original guide. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 6-12. Cash Only. No reservations necessary, Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 15 min early.whjamieson@gmail.com 774-325-8972

9 PM - Open Night: Stargazing at Loines Observatory

Join professional astronomers for a tour of Nantucket’s night sky with Maria Mitchell Assn. astronomers. Arrive 10 min. early. $22 for adults, $12 for kids. Preregister at MariaMitchell.org

9 to 10 PM - MMA Nighttime Marine Ecology Field Trip

Join Maria Mitchell Assn. aquarium staff to learn about marine life that come out to feed at night in shallow harbor waters. Designed for adults and children ages 10 and older. Pre-registration required at mariamitchell.org

THURSDAY, JULY 13

STORYWALK: WHAT CAN YOU DO WITH A ROCK?

Stop by the Atheneum garden and check out the new StoryWalk: What Can You Do With a Rock by Pat Zietlow Miller. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

7 AM - Sports Fishing on the Herbert T

Capt. Fred Tonkin is an experienced island fisherman who will take you to where the fish are biting. All equipment provided. A fishing trip on the Herbert T is a memorable experience for the whole family. Reservations: 508-228-6655 (evenings call 508-257-4176). Trips at 7am, 10am, 1pm, 4pm

8 AM - Beechwood Farm Loop with Nantucket Walkabout

This property in Polpis shares elements of maritime or coastal heathlands habitat: native tree species, meadows, & wetlands. You’ll feel you’re exploring Yoda’s home swamp planet of Dagobah from Star Wars. Tickets at WalkNantucket.com

8:30 AM - Nantucket in Bloom Walk

A 2 mile, nonstop, exercise walk, with historic commentary past historic mansions and the most beautiful gardens of Nantucket Town. Tour gathers 10 min early at Main and Centre Streets, in front of bank. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 6-12. Cash Only. whjamieson@gmail.com

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9 to 10 AM - Feeding Frenzy at Maria Mitchell Assn. Aquarium

Join MMA staff as they feed the hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens. Fun for all ages. Registration required at mariamitchell.org.

9 to 10 AM - Ravenous Reptiles for Ages 4+

Learn about unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, & more at the MMA Natural Science Museum and touch or hold several of the MMA’s animals. $15; pre-registration required at MariaMitchell.org: at least 1 adult must sign up with children.

9 to 11 AM - Marine Ecology Field Trip

Help collect, identify and release fish, crabs, shrimp, & other marine life during this program that is part of a research project & interesting for adults + kids. $30 per participant. Register at 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org

9 AM to 3 PM - Adventure Sail on the Tall Ship Lynx for Ages 12-17

An in-depth sailing experience aboard Tall Ship Lynx. Tall Ship Adventure Sails are day-long expedition for young adults: sailors board in the morning & join crew members for a sail that offers traditional tall ship skills. Lunch & launch fee incl. $45 (Egan Maritime members $35). Register at EganMaritime.org

9:30 to 10:30 AM - Getting Slime-y for Ages 2 to 6

This class is all things messy, from making Bubble Bath Play Dough, Slime, to Kinetic Sand, this class will ensure that your house stays clean while we make the mess! $58; register at BarnabysNantucket.com or 508-680-1553.

9:45 to 10:15 AM - Nanpuppets at the Atheneum

Join Lizza and her puppet friends for some fun in the garden. Bring a blanket to sit on Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

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10 to 11 AM - Nantucket by Water Whaling History Tour

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Learn what life was like in the late 1800s during the Whaling Era & see remaining historic landmarks. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com

10 AM - Barrett’s Tours

Historic tours offered daily departing from 25 Federal St., across from the Visitors Centre. Reservations: call 508-228-0174. Offered again at 1 & 3 pm

10 AM - Cruise with Ack Sail

A Nantucket sailing charter or harbor cruise for up to 17 passenges. Celebrate engagements, weddings, family reunions, or special time spent with good friends. Call 508-423-9985 or acksail.com. Again at 1pm, 4pm, & sunset.

10 AM to 3:30 PM - Free Family Activities at Shipwreck Museum

Unique outdoor activities featuring nautical crafts, marine science, rescue demonstrations, & more. Outside on the grounds of the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Road; free shuttle departs from 25 Federal St starting at 9:30 am.

10:30 - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA Walk through Nantucket town with an NHA Museum Guide & hear the story of the rise and fall of whaling, the beginnings of tourism, and social & racial development on-island. Again at 1:30pm Rain or shine. Tickets at nha.org.

11 AM to 12 PM - Getting Slime-y for Ages 6+

This class is all things messy, from making Bubble Bath Play Dough, Slime, to Kinetic Sand, this class will ensure that your house stays clean while we make the mess! $58; register at BarnabysNantucket.com or 508-680-1553.

11 AM to 3 PM - Summer Site Series

Join us at an NHA Historic Site every Thursday of July for craft activities, demonstrations, and talks that bring the unique history of each site to life. Oldest House, 16 Sunset Hill. nha.org

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

Relax on a narrated tour of the inner harbor & enjoy ice cream with friends & family. Again at 1, 2:25, & 4 pm. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

11:15 AM - The Signature Historic Tour with Island Tours

A narrated tour of historic sites in town, Old Mill, Oldest House, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head Lighthouse & more with knowledgeable guides in new air-conditioned buses. Learn about Nantucket’s history. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington St. Again at 1 pm & 2:45pm. Nantucketbustours.com or 508-228-0334.

11:45 AM - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

A 2-1/2 hr tour of the west end of Nantucket. Visit Madaket, then travel to the Cisco area with stops at Bartlett’s Farm & Cisco Brewers. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington st. or at Nantucketbustours.com or call 508-228-0334.

12:45 PM - Linda Loring Nature Foundation Hike with Nantucket Walkabout LLNF’s publicly accessible property has easy trails thru sandplain grasslands, coastal shrublands, & along the North Head of Long Pond in sight of an active osprey nest. 110 Eel Point Road. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com

2 to 3 PM - Nature Story Hour

Designed for the young explorer: an MMA educator will read a nature or science related book, introduce an MMA’s animal friend, & make a craft of play games. Kids must be accompanied by an adult. Register at MariaMitchell.org $15

2 to 3 PM - Read to a Buddy with R.E.A.D. Dogs for Ages 6-12

R.E.A.D Dogs are certified therapy dogs trained to be good listeners. This is a fun, relaxed, nonjudgmental way to become more confident & enjoy reading. Registration required at 508-228-1110 x103. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

2 to 3:30 PM - Earth Story Walk and Talk for Adults

Join MMA’s scientist-in-residence, Dr. Rich Blundell on a journey through the story of planet Earth. Each stride of this 2.9-mi walk accounts for about 1 million years of Earth & human history. Pre-registration required at Mariamitchell.org.

4 to 7 PM - Live Music at Cisco Brewers

Featuring Bonus Cat at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

6 to 7 PM - Live Music with Jacob Butler

Live Music at The Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street.

6 to 7:30 PM - TGIT for Kids: Slime + Wood Art for Ages 5+

Parents can enjoy a night out while we entertain your kids. Kids will make 2 different art projects: slime, wood art, beading, painting, clay, & more! Snacks, pizza, & drinks included! $110; register at BarnabysNantucket.com or 508-680-1553.

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

7 PM - 2023 Comedy Festival: Opening Night

An annual favorite featuring nationally headlining female comedians. This event is for ladies and gentlemen, so make it a date night or bring your friends. Don’t miss

this rousing night of comedy with very funny women. Tickets $95 at NantucketComedy.com ~ show in The Dreamland Theatre.

7 to 8 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

Nothing beats a Nantucket Sunset. Grab your favorite beverages & snacks and c’mon aboard for one of the best shows in town! Departure time will vary with sunset. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com

7 PM - Rock of Ages by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket

This big summer musical takes you back to the totally awesome time of big bands with big egos playing big guitar solos, and sporting even bigger hair! Theatre Workshop production features hits of bands including Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, & more. Tickets at theatrenantucket.org

7:30 PM - Blithe Spirit by White Heron Theatre

True love is eternal, for better...and worse. Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit is a Spirited Classic Directed by Skip Greer at the White Heron Theatre Company, 5 North Water Street. Tickets at 508-825-5268 or at WhiteHeronTheatre.org

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Cemetery Route

A 1-1/3 mi, 90 min eerie stroll featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House, & 2 haunted hotels. Led by original guide. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 6-12. Cash Only. No reservations necessary, Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 15 min early.whjamieson@gmail.com 774-325-8972

8 to 9:30 PM - Owl Prowl with Maria Mitchell Ornithologist

Listen for calls of a variety of nocturnal animals & birds and watch for owls as they begin their nightly activity. This program is for adults, but kids 8+ are welcome to register with an adult. $45: pre-registration recommended at mariamitchell.org.

8:15 to 9:45 PM - Big History for Adults

Join MMA’s Scientist-in-Residence, Dr. Rich Blundell & Telescope Engineer Gary Walker, for a Big History Storytelling at Loines Observatory. $15; pre-registration is required at mariamitchell.org.

10 PM - Karaoke

Karaoke at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street. TheRoseAndCrown.com

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7 AM - Sports Fishing on the Herbert T Capt. Fred Tonkin is an experienced island fisherman who will take you to where the fish are biting. All equipment provided. A fishing trip on the Herbert T is a memorable for the whole family. Reservations: 508-228-6655 (evenings call 508257-4176). Trips at 7am, 10am, 1pm, 4pm

8 to 10 AM - Sankaty Bluff Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

On this hike, walk down the beach from Hoicks Hollow Rd public way to see examples of & learn about Nantucket’s geological past. Tickets: WalkNantucket.com

9 to 9:30 AM - Half-Hour Hayrides at Bartlett’s Farm

A fun ride for families on the go. Hayrides are 30-minutes long. Kids can add a sticker book and do the scavenger hunt for $5. For ages 3 & up with parent. $35; under 2 free. Tickets at BartlettsFarm.com or 508-228-9403. ., .

9 to 10 AM - Feeding Frenzy at Maria Mitchell Assn. Aquarium

Join MMA staff as they feed the hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens. Fun for all ages. Registration required at mariamitchell.org.

9 to 10 AM - Ravenous Reptiles for Ages 4+

Learn about unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, & more at the MMA Natural Science Museum and touch or hold several of the MMA’s animals. $15; pre-registration required at MariaMitchell.org: at least 1 adult must sign up with children.

9 to 11 AM - Marine Ecology Field Trip

Help collect, identify and release fish, crabs, shrimp, & other marine life during this program that is part of a research project & interesting for adults + kids. $30 per participant. Register at 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org

9:30 to 10:30 AM - Outer Space: Out of this World for Ages 3-6

During this class, children’s imaginations will soar to the moon and back as they explore the vast wonders of space. Kids will get to design and create their own magical outer space wonderlands with sparkling stars, planets, moon craters, and more! $58; register at BarnabysNantucket.com or 508-680-1553.

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 AM - Barrett’s Tours

Historic tours offered daily departing from 25 Federal St., across from the Visitors Centre. Reservations: call 508-228-0174. Offered again at 1 & 3 pm

10 AM - Cruise with Ack Sail

A Nantucket sailing charter or harbor cruise for up to 17 passenges. Celebrate engagements, weddings, family reunions, or special time spent with good friends. Call 508-423-9985 or acksail.com. Again at 1pm, 4pm, & sunset.

10 AM to 3:30 PM - Free Family Activities at Shipwreck Museum

Unique outdoor activities featuring nautical crafts, marine science, rescue demonstrations, & more. Outside on the grounds of the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Road; free shuttle departs from 25 Federal St starting at 9:30 am.

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10:30 - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

Walk through Nantucket town with an NHA Museum Guide & hear the story of the rise and fall of whaling, the beginnings of tourism, and social & racial development on-island. Again at 1:30pm Rain or shine. Tickets at nha.org.

11 to 11:45 AM - Children’s Garden Concert - Hugh Hanley: Circle of Songs

Get ready to sing, move, & laugh: Hugh is back in the garden with songs & musical activities for kids. Atheneum Garden, 1 India St. NantucketAtheneum.org

11 AM to 12 PM - Resin Art Class for Ages 6+

This popular class dives into the depths of mixed media from painting, sculpting, drawing, & much more! Kids design and create resin trays for trinkets, jewelry, and whatever else your child’s heart desires. $58; register at BarnabysNantucket.com or 508-680-1553.

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

Relax on a narrated tour of the inner harbor & enjoy ice cream with friends & family. Again at 1, 2:25, & 4 pm. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

11:15 AM - The Signature Historic Tour with Island Tours

A narrated tour of historic sites in town, Old Mill, Oldest House, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head Lighthouse & more with knowledgeable guides in new air-conditioned buses. Learn about Nantucket’s history. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington St. Again at 1 pm & 2:45pm. Nantucketbustours.com or 508-228-0334.

11:45 AM - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

A 2-1/2 hr tour of the west end of Nantucket. Visit Madaket, then travel to the Cisco area with stops at Bartlett’s Farm & Cisco Brewers. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington st. or at Nantucketbustours.com or call 508-228-0334.

2 PM - Lost Farm Sanctuary Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

The area is within Nantucket’s oldest outwash plain of sandplain grasslands and contains pitch pine forests and a cattail-choked inlet with a walkway. This hike is close to Cisco Beach & Brewery. Tickets at WalkNantucket.com

2 to 3 PM - Bug Bonanza with Maria Mitchell Assn. for Ages 4+

Find out what insects and small creatures live in the grasses, flowers, & trees of Nantucket. Collect insects like a scientist & learn about their behaviors before we release them. Pre-registration recommended at 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org

4 to 6 PM - Wines & Rinds

Taste wines and cheeses every Friday afternoon at Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Road. 508-228-9403 BartlettsFarm.com

Save Us from the Kids

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It was soon revealed that the State Reform School was itself in need of reform. “Charges of inhuman treatment” were made against the superintendent of the school, “a course of treatment disgraceful to the State, and barbarous in the extreme.” Founded on the principal that children under the age of 17 should not be put in jail among older hardened criminals, but instead reformed of their criminal ways by moral, religious, academic, and vocational education. Rather than attempting to mold the students into productive members of society, under the direction of Superintendent William E. Starr, the school had “inflicted punishments appropriate to the Inquisition, or to Austrian despotism” for even the smallest of infractions. “He has imprisoned not less than twenty boys in cells, ‘black holes,’ the [investigating] committee called them, for terms ranging from sixteen weeks to shorter periods.”

The report, detailed in the August 11, 1860 Nantucket Weekly Mirror, goes on to describe the tiny cells in detail—eight feet long and three feet wide, because of the design they were a cell within a cell, deprived of light and proper ventilation, the air “unfit for respiration by any human being.” There was no bed, and inmates slept on the floor with a blanket, with their hands manacled behind their backs the entire time. They were fed bread and water. The members of the investigating committee were appalled, and their revulsion is apparent in the report, which ends with the terse statement “a complete and immediate re-organization of the school is urgently recommended by the committee.”

An article in an early October edition of the Inquirer and Mirror titled “ROBBERIES” claimed that a thief or thieves had “enter the premises of Mr. B.F. Coffin, on Main Street, and stripped the fruit from a peach tree. Not content with taking the fruit they broke off two or more large limbs, leaving them upon the ground.” It continues, “the next night some party gained an entrance into the paint store of Messrs. Hussey & Coffin, near the head of Straight Wharf, and appropriated property to the amount of about $25 [around $680 in 2023]. The owners didn’t believe that the thief or thieves had arrived on a fishing boat, as word on the street claimed to be the case. Instead, they thought “the articles were taken by some ‘native’ who knew the place well.” Why they thought that goes unreported.

Moses Joy, Esq. complained in the October 6, 1875 edition of Island Review about a “neglected, vicious boy” named James Lombard, charged with having stolen fruit from Joy. He was brought up on charges and found guilty, but sentenced was deferred while the court considered sending him “to the Westboro farm until a good opportunity arrives to bind him out during his minority.” Even at that late date, the reform school was considered the best option available, but the earlier reforms to the reform school hadn’t been successful, and throughout the late 1870s and early 1880s, accusations of abuse and mismanagement were reported in the newspapers, fueled by disgruntled former officers and inmates. Another investigating committee, formed in 1877 after a riot among the students that lasted for several days, uncovered the use of straitjackets, “sweat boxes,” and the liberal application of the strap to the bared backs of the residents. Clearly, more reform was needed.

The State Reform School was eventually closed, and other approaches tried, but in the end it was the cost of maintaining the facilities led to their demise. Between 1970 and 1972, the Massachusetts Department of Youth Services closedall seven of the state’s reform schools, and nearly all juvenile offenders were returned to community supervision and treatment.

By the late 1800s, on Nantucket things had begun to quiet down. Reports of outraged citizens and out-of-control youth trail off in the local papers as the nineteenth-century drew to a close, maybe in part because there just weren’t many people here. Nantucket’s population, larger in size than neighboring Martha’s Vineyard (with six towns) since the 1790 census, had peaked at nearly 10,000 in the 1840s, only to decline to 3,727 by the 1880 census, compared to 4,300 on the Vineyard at that time. The revival of the island’s economy with the growing tourism trade is what it took to reverse the decades of urban decay and accompanying social ills that attended it.