Maria Mitchell Association
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Hours:
See website for current hours. Administrative Offices Open Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm
About Us
The Nantucket Maria Mitchell Association is a private non-profit organization located on the island of Nantucket, Massachusetts. The Maria Mitchell Association (MMA) was founded in 1902 to preserve the legacy of Nantucket native astronomer, naturalist, librarian, and, above all, educator, Maria Mitchell. After she discovered a comet in 1847, Mitchell’s international fame led to many achievements and awards, including an appointment as the first American Professor of Astronomy at Vassar College. Maria Mitchell believed in “learning by doing” and today that philosophy is reflected in MMA’s mission statement, programs, research projects, and other activities.
The Maria Mitchell Association operates two 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 throughout the year for people of all ages.
Events
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Feeding Frenzy
- Join MMA Aquarists and staff on a tour as they feed the ever-hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens to the public.
- Friday Oct 10, 2025
Ravenous Reptiles
- Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum!
- Friday Oct 10, 2025
MMA Aquarium Release Day
- Aquarium Release Day at the MMA Aquarium Nantucket
- Saturday Oct 11, 2025
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Ravenous Reptiles
- Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum!
- Friday Oct 17, 2025
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Ravenous Reptiles
- Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum!
- Friday Oct 24, 2025
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Ravenous Reptiles
- Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum!
- Friday Oct 31, 2025
Spooky Walk: Downtown to Hinchman House
- Celebrate Halloween the Maria Mitchell way—through science, nature, and a touch of spooky fun! After your downtown trick-or-treating adventure, join an MMA Natu
- Friday Oct 31, 2025
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Ravenous Reptiles
- Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum!
- Friday Nov 7, 2025
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Ravenous Reptiles
- Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum!
- Friday Nov 14, 2025
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Ravenous Reptiles
- Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum!
- Friday Nov 21, 2025
Thanksgiving Eve Stargazing at Loines Observatory
- Thanksgiving Eve Stargazing with the MMA at Loines Observatory
- Wednesday Nov 26, 2025
Ravenous Reptiles
- Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum!
- Friday Nov 28, 2025
Deck the Wharf Bash Stroll Weekend with the MMA
- Stroll Weekend Deck the Wharf Bash at Straight Wharf Fish by the Maria Mitchell Association
- Friday Dec 5, 2025
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