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
Ravenous Reptiles
- Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum! Learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, and more a
- Sunday Feb 1, 2026
Ravenous Reptiles
- Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum! Learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, and more a
- Sunday Feb 8, 2026
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POP UP: Nantucket Bird Walk
- Explore Nantucket’s birdy landscapes and hidden nooks with local bird guide and Inquirer and Mirror columnist, Ginger Andrews.
- Saturday Feb 14, 2026
Ravenous Reptiles
- Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum! Learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, and more a
- Sunday Feb 15, 2026
MMA S.T.E.A.M. Squad
- Join us on the third Friday of each month for an exciting, hands-on STEAM Club designed specifically for students in grades 6–8.
- Friday Feb 20, 2026
Sensational Science: Trasheology
- In Trasheology we’ll do archeology on some more modern trash. What clues can we find to figure out who these people are and how they live their lives? Join us
- Saturday Feb 21, 2026
Sensational Science: Trasheology
- In Trasheology we’ll do archeology on some more modern trash. What clues can we find to figure out who these people are and how they live their lives? Join us
- Saturday Feb 28, 2026
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