The Nantucket Atheneum Luminary Award Dinner

In the summer of 2026, the Nantucket Atheneum introduces the Luminary Award Dinner, a new summer fundraiser that blends timeless elegance with the vibrant charm of Nantucket Island.
This year, the inaugural evening will honor acclaimed author Nathaniel Philbrick — and celebrate literature, community, and the enduring spirit of Nantucket.