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
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Thursday May 8, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Friday May 9, 2025

Birding 101: A Two Part Exploration of the Unique Avian Life on Nantucket
- Join MMA's Field Ornithologist Ginger Andrews for a two part workshop.
- Friday May 9, 2025
STEAM Sensation
- Join MMA naturalists for an exploration into the world of STEAM!
- Friday May 9, 2025
Pajama Storytime
- Enjoy this program designed to delight children of all ages. During each session, a MMA educator will read and lead an activity.
- Friday May 9, 2025

"Look Up" at Loines Observatory
- Join our astronomers for an impressive tour of Nantucket’s night sky. Get a chance to view the moon, planets, stars and nebulae!
- Friday May 9, 2025
Ravenous Reptiles
- Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum!
- Saturday May 10, 2025

Four Centuries Domestic Architecture Tour
- A unique and extremely popular collaborative walking tour with the MMA's Deputy Director & Curator of the Mitchell House, the Nantucket Preservation Trust, and
- Saturday May 10, 2025
Nature Storytime
- Enjoy this program designed for the young explorer in your family!
- Saturday May 10, 2025
Ravenous Reptiles
- Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum!
- Sunday May 11, 2025
Nature Storytime
- Enjoy this program designed for the young explorer in your family!
- Sunday May 11, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Monday May 12, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Tuesday May 13, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Wednesday May 14, 2025

Stargazing & Sips at Loines Observatory
- Join the Maria Mitchell Association, in conjunction with the Nantucket Wine & Food Festival, for an unforgettable evening of stargazing at the Loines Observator
- Wednesday May 14, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Thursday May 15, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Friday May 16, 2025

Harbor Health and Coffee with Rich Blundell
- Join Dr. Rich Blundell of the Maria Mitchell Association for casual morning conversations centered around the Harbor Health buoy monitoring initiative.
- Friday May 16, 2025

Seas, Skies, & Vines Winemaker Dinner
- Join Joanna Roche, MMA Executive Director, for our third annual winemaker dinner with special guests.
- Friday May 16, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Monday May 19, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Tuesday May 20, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Wednesday May 21, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Thursday May 22, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Friday May 23, 2025
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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 May 24, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Monday May 26, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Tuesday May 27, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Wednesday May 28, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Thursday May 29, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Friday May 30, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Monday Jun 2, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Tuesday Jun 3, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Wednesday Jun 4, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Thursday Jun 5, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Friday Jun 6, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Monday Jun 9, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Tuesday Jun 10, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Wednesday Jun 11, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Thursday Jun 12, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Friday Jun 13, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Monday Jun 16, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Tuesday Jun 17, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Wednesday Jun 18, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Thursday Jun 19, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Friday Jun 20, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Monday Jun 23, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Tuesday Jun 24, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Wednesday Jun 25, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Thursday Jun 26, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Friday Jun 27, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Monday Jun 30, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Tuesday Jul 1, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Wednesday Jul 2, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Thursday Jul 3, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Friday Jul 4, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Monday Jul 7, 2025
Maria Mitchell Association Discovery Camp
- 2025 MMA Discovery Camp Registration Is Open!
- Tuesday Jul 8, 2025
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