News and Events for Nantucket Island
by Sanibel Chai When you enter Nantucket Whaler, you may be surprised to find that navy blue is scarce. Designer and owner Susan Turer is dedicated to crafting a store that speaks to the real Nantucket over a general image of Nantucket. Rather than replicate styles and colors available at […]
There’s a fun, unique throwback event on Nantucket this summer for all to enjoy…The Nantucket Supper Club. Presented by ReMain Ventures and The Nantucket Hotel, this new event is offered every Thursday evening from 7:30 to 11 pm through August 24 in The Nantucket Hotel’s Grand Ballroom. Guests can delight […]
The thrilling Damien Hirst show Dark Rainbow, featuring unique works and limited editions, will open on Nantucket at the Samuel Owen Gallery on Centre Street with a reception on Saturday, July 22 from 5 to 8 pm. This is the third consecutive season, Samuel Owen Gallery has hosted a Damien […]
by Cara Godlesky For a trip to Nantucket, visitors must pack light, breezy clothes for warm sunshine days, but also be prepared for the cool nights when the fog makes its way inland. For those who forgot their beach cover-ups or cozy sweaters, Blue Beetle can fulfill any apparel needs. […]
Cool and quiet by day and one of the island’s hottest nightspots after dark, the Rose and Crown on South Water Street is more than just a local pub. Yes, this island landmark serves tall cold drafts, potent cocktails, and has entertainment every night, but they also offer a menu […]
by Dr. Sarah T. Bois, Director of Research & Education for the Linda Loring Nature Foundation It’s not surprising to hear people talking about whales as you walk along the streets of Nantucket. Between the museums, the historic homes, and cobblestones, whales are front and center. The latest discussion however […]
by Robert P. Barsanti We believe in summer sun, but the truth of Nantucket is fog. Nantucket lies near the confluence of the warm water Gulf Stream with the Canadian Labrador current. The waters mix and mist over the shallow water of the George’s Bank, and the sand bars leading […]
by Sanibel Chai Kathleen Knight, owner of The Gallery at Four India Street, discovered a peculiar coincidence when selecting artists for her new exhibition. Without any prior knowledge of either artist, Kathleen was drawn to Richard Hagerty and Joseph Conrad-Ferm’s work. She says, “I was attracted to them because of […]
by Cara Godlesky Thinking back to childhood, many can recall wiggling finger puppets on pinkies or watching in delight the magic of Elmo and Cookie Monster on “Sesame Street.” Now, Nantucket’s own version of puppetry is making its way into the island spotlight through Nanpuppets, a children’s puppet show. Nanpuppets […]
