News and Events for Nantucket Island
Two popular fall annual Nantucket events that were cancelled last year due to the pandemic are being held this October, just not in their familiar formats. The Nantucket Island Fair, normally held over a weekend in Tom Nevers, is being replaced by a Fall Fun Day celebration on Saturday, October […]
Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) and Bartlett’s Farm are again partnering: this time to keep the island’s popular Wet Paint Art Show open for a free in-person viewing. “In past years, during the week leading up to Columbus Day weekend, you could find our AAN artists en plein air painting […]
Described by Sotheby’s as “undoubtedly one of the most exciting jewelry designers on the scene today,” Christopher Walling’s stunning designs range from contemporary and edgy to classic and romantic. His artistry has influenced modern jewelry, and he’s known for his use of rare natural pearls and for bringing together various […]
In collaboration with longtime island pharmacist Allan Bell, Nantucket Cottage Hospital is opening a new community pharmacy at 10 Vesper Lane this Monday, August 30. Located just across the street from the hospital, this new pharmacy will provide patients with greater convenience and continuity of care while sustaining an important […]
One of the island’s favorite family-friendly events every summer is when Lizza and her Nanpuppets perform on the breathtaking Tall Ship Lynx. This Friday, August 27 is your chance to go for a morning sail with Egan Maritime aboard this replica Privateer Schooner for a fun, musical start to your […]
Kathleen A. Duncombe is known for her expertise in art and collections. An artist herself, she has taught and mentored many on Nantucket. This season she is bringing back a tradition of trunk shows to Old South Wharf, where she runs Made on Nantucket, a shop featuring paintings, prints, photography, […]
This Friday, August 20, the Artists Association of Nantucket’s Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery will open its doors on the 72nd Annual Artist/Patron Exhibition. The exhibition will be on display through Monday, September 6 in the gallery at 19 Washington Street. “Truly one of AAN’s longest standing traditions, summer […]
Nantucket is not without its fair share of history, and much of that resides in the many museums and island institutions we love. Being 30 miles out to sea, the ocean is very much a part of our story, which is why we are grateful to have the Egan Maritime Institute.
Best of the Beach will bring some of the best moments from past Boston Pops on Nantucket concerts into the homes of viewers to enjoy this Saturday, August 14 at 8pm EST. Produced by Nantucket’s own Yellow Productions, the program will feature highlights from past celebrations of The Boston Pops […]
