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
MMA Learning Lab: Vison Map 2026 with Joanna Roche
- Create a roadmap to your year with a discussion, prompts, visual tools and your personal brand of creativity.
- Friday Jan 9, 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
- Saturday Jan 10, 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 Jan 16, 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 Jan 18, 2026
Art After Hours: Paint and Sip with Nikoline Bohr
- Experience the Natural Science Museum after dark during this special art program. Guided by artist Nikoline Bohr, you’ll create a personalized work of art in a
- Friday Jan 23, 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 Jan 25, 2026
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