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NHA E-Newsletter, March 2009 |
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| Whaling Museum Winter Hours |
 Come in out of the cold March wind and enjoy the Whaling Museum, currently open every Saturday & Sunday, from 11:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. through April 19.
Make the most of the off-season with a warming and informative visit to our American Museum Association-accredited museum. Featuring exhibits about Nantucket history, decorative arts and scrimshaw, we also offer numerous interactive, hands-on learning opportunities for children 12 and under. The museum includes a restored 1847 candle factory, with its original whale-oil beam press (a three-story wooden structure that is the only such artifact surviving anywhere in the world); a 47-foot sperm-whale skeleton; a fully rigged whaleboat; a vast collection of whaling tools; the16-foot Fresnel lens from Sankaty lighthouse; and numerous portraits of whaling captains and their wives. The film, Bones of History, the Whale Hunt Lecture, the whaleship Essex Gam, and various gallery tours also provide endless possibilities for learning and enjoyable visits. |
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| Winter Exhibition in the Peter Foulger Gallery Opens on March 14 |
Keeping Time in Sag Harbor: Photographs by Stephen Longmire A fascinating photographic portrait of Sag Harbor, the early whaling port on Long Island, by writer, photographer, and historic preservationist Stephen Longmire.
On display through June 7 in the Peter Foulger Gallery, Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street |
| Brown Bag Food for Thought Lecture Series: |
Each talk begins at noon and is free to the public. Bring your lunch. For additional information about the Food for Thought series, please call 508-228-1894, ext. 0, or visit www.nha.org to view the full schedule.
Thursday, March 5
Featuring James Lansing from the Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum.
The Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum's curator, James Lansing, will speak about the museum and its island history.
Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street, Noon-1 P.M. Free, bring your lunch
Thursday, March 12
Patty Roggeveen, executive director of the Nantucket Dreamland Foundation, will speak about the history, restoration, and future plans for the Dreamland Theater.
Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street, Noon-1 P.M. Free, bring your lunch
Thursday, March 19
Rebecca Weld, Verde's principle architect, will discuss the principles of sustainability and their relationship to building "green" on Nantucket.
Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street, Noon-1 P.M. Free, bring your lunch
Thursday, March 26
Cory Shepherd and the staff of the Nantucket Boys & Girls Club will showcase the history and community connections of this island organization.
Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street, Noon-1 P.M. Free, bring your lunch |
| Saturday, March 14 - Women of Nantucket Festival |
 Celebrate Nantucket's creative women at a festival for the whole family. Listen to the stories of notable Nantucket women and meet contemporary Nantucket female artists, musicians, and authors. Subjects include art, music, history, and island culture.
Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street, 1-3 P.M.
Free for NHA members; $15 general public; $8 Children
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| Saturday, March 28 - Pierce Pettis Concert with Erik Wendelken and Chuck Colley |
Specializing in the acoustic and Americana genres, acclaimed singer-songwriter Pierce Pettis is known for his strong guitar and his rich vocals. Pettis will be joined by Erik Wendelken and Chuck Colley for this lively, foot-tapping evening.
Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street, 7 P.M.
$10 NHA Members; $25 General Public
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| Special Announcement from NWF President Denis Toner regarding the 2009 Wine Festival Wine Auction Dinner |
 "Happy days will be here again" during the Nantucket Wine Festival Wine Auction Dinner, scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2009. "This dinner auction is an important one, because all of the proceeds benefit the Nantucket Historical Association," said NWF president and founder Denis Toner. "This year's is by far the greatest presentation of food and wine in the history of the NWF. Guest chef Daniel Bruce, of Meritage in the Boston Harbor Hotel, is celebrating his twentieth year of presenting food and wine pairing dinners at the Boston Wine Festival, and has achieved national recognition for his skills.
"Bruce is an absolute master chef, and this year he will be paired with the king of Spanish wine, the estimable Jorgé Ordonez. Last year's NWF Luminary of the Year, Jorgé has an international reputation as the leading exponent of the revolution that has marked the progress of Spanish wine over the past twenty years. We guarantee that these wines are stars, and should deliver an evening of sensory pleasure. This auction will feature the best selection of wines ever showcased-including a rare and exceptional bottle of 1870 Chateau Lafite that is in impeccable condition; Robert Parker refers to this wine as the greatest pre-phylloxera Bordeaux he has ever tasted. All in all, this promises to be an evening that will rock the tent rafters at the White Elephant and do a lot of good for the NHA. Don't miss it; seating is limited."
You may still purchase tickets to the May 16 Wine Auction Dinner, which benefits the NHA, directly from us. If you plan to attend the Wine Auction Dinner and would like to reserve your space early, please contact Stacey Stuart at 508-228-1894, ext. 130
As an additional reminder, the NHA would like to take this opportunity to let our friends and longtime supporters know that this year's tickets to the May 14 Wine Festival Gala are being sold exclusively by the Nantucket Wine Festival. The sole portion of the Gala that benefits the NHA is the Silent Auction, so PLEASE COME AND BID! To purchase Gala tickets or other Nantucket Wine Festival tickets, please visit their Web site at: www.nantucketwinefestival.com |
| Give more FUN for LESS money by giving a gift that lasts for a full year: an NHA Membership or an 1800 House Gift Certificate |
The gift of an NHA membership lasts all year and provides unlimited admission to the Whaling Museum, Old Mill, Quaker Meeting House, Oldest House, and Hadwen House; free use of the NHA Research Library; subscription to Historic Nantucket; 10 percent discount at the Museum Shop; discounts on certain classes and Explorations trips; and invitations to special events, concerts, and lectures. Membership is the perfect holiday, birthday, hostess, or anniversary gift. Please call 508-228-1894, ext. 116, for additional membership information, or go to http://www.nha.org/membership.
For those who enjoy Early American arts and crafts, consider giving a gift certificate in any amount that can be applied to the recipient's choice of a hands-on class during the 2009 season at the NHA's 1800 House. Please call 508-228-1894, ext. 0, for additional information, or go to http://www.nha.org/1800house/index.html to learn more about the NHA's lifelong learning programs in Early American arts and crafts. |
| Early American Arts and Crafts at the 1800 House |
 Although the classes do not begin until May 26, the schedule is in place. We will be offering several new classes this year, and a mailing will be sent in April. Class schedules will be available on the NHA Web site, www.nha.org, in early March. If you have questions about a specific class, or want to inquire further about the full season, please call Betsey or Mary, 508-228-1894, ext. 128. Don't miss out on a chance to participate-with a new schedule full of informative and enjoyable artistic activities-everything old is new again!
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| Gifts that Give Back to the NHA: |
 We are delighted to introduce a new and exciting fund-raising opportunity created specifically for nonprofit organizations such as ours. www.giftsthatgive.com is a Web site offering quality products for you to choose from, and 25 percent of your purchase will be donated back to our organization, on your behalf.
You will recognize the brands from your favorite department and specialty stores. The items are those that you will want to own and will be delighted to give as gifts!
With many years of luxury retail experience behind www.giftsthatgive.com, the products have been carefully selected with you in mind. The www.giftsthatgive.com Web site is user friendly and offers the same level of service you would expect from your favorite store.
All you need to do is to sign onto www.giftsthatgive.com to see what we're talking about and order your selections. In the shopping cart, there will be a dropdown box from which to select the Nantucket Historical Association, and 25 percent of your purchase will come back to help the NHA!
You may also purchase Gift Cards to be sent in a box with a bow, or an E-Certificate for easy giving online. Please tell your friends and family to shop www.giftsthatgive.com, all while supporting our worthy cause.
Thank you for supporting the Nantucket Historical Association! |
| Make the Gift of a Lifetime in 2009 with a Tax-free Charitable IRA |
The Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 allows you to make a tax-free transfer of your excess retirement assets to the Nantucket Historical Association-only during 2009. If you are age 70˝ or older, you can roll over up to $100,000 from a traditional or Roth IRA directly to the NHA. That amount would be excluded from your income and taxes and count toward your mandatory IRA withdrawals. In addition, your heirs would not be burdened later by the substantial taxes associated with inheriting an IRA. Making a gift to the NHA during your lifetime lets you see the results of your philanthropy.
Gifts may be directed to the permanent endowment, the Annual Fund, or a specific area of interest, such as Greater Light, the Whaling Museum, Research Library, 1800 House, or educational programs. For additional information, please consult your financial professional, or call Judith Wodynski, 508-228-1894, ext. 111, or email jwodynski@nha.org |
| The honor of your presence is requested. . . . |
Celebrate life amid Nantucket treasures. NHA properties are wonderful locations for weddings, welcome parties, rehearsal dinners, receptions, cocktail parties, and corporate events. Surround your guests with elegant art and important objects that bring the story of Nantucket's past to life at our world-class museum. Located in the heart of Nantucket Town, the museum can accommodate both small and large gatherings-a perfect mix of state-of-the-art and old-world design. Your guests will also enjoy breathtaking views of Nantucket harbor, town, and beyond from the rooftop observation deck.
Call Susan Beaumont at 508-228-1894, ext. 131, for details about hosting a memorable party in the Whaling Museum or other NHA properties. Exceptional events begin with unforgettable venues. . . . |
Nantucket Presidential Papers: From Washington to Franklin D. Roosevelt
Whitney Gallery at the Research Library, 7 Fair Street |
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American presidents have been concerned with the affairs of Nantucket Island from the days of the nation's founding. The collections of the Nantucket Historical Association hold documents signed by almost every president, beginning with George Washington. Mounted in 2008, in recognition of the election year, the exhibition highlights some of the more remarkable documents in the collection, including the appointment of Inspector of the Revenue for the Ports of Nantucket and Sherburne, signed by George Washington and Thomas Jefferson; ships' papers signed by John Tyler, James Polk, Franklin Pierce, and others; Abraham Lincoln's appointment of Nantucketer George Hussey Tracy as first lieutenant in the Fifteenth Infantry Regiment; a letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Dr. William Sturgis Bigelow; and a letter from Franklin Delano Roosevelt (as Acting Secretary of the Navy) regarding the naming of a torpedo-boat destroyer in honor of Nantucketer Reuben Chase. The exhibition is made possible by the generous support of Susan R. and L. Dennis Shapiro. Free and open during regular NHA Research Library hours. |
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NHA Museum ShopThe shop is closed for the season; however, you may visit our newly updated Web site and shop on line: http://www.nha.org/shop/index.html or place orders by calling 508-228-5785.
Whaling Museum
Located at 13 Broad Street, the museum is currently open Saturday and Sunday, 11 A.M. - 4 P.M. through April 19. All other NHA properties, except for the Research Library, are closed for the season.
Research Library
Located at 7 Fair Street, the library is open year-round: Monday, Thursday, and Friday, 10 A.M.. - 4 P.M. and Tuesday, 11 A.M. - 4 P.M..; closed Wednesdays, weekends, and all holidays. Call 508-228-1655.
Administrative Offices
Located at 15 Broad Street, the administrative offices are open Monday - Friday, 9 A.M. - 5 P.M. Call 508-228-1894, ext. 0, or email info@nha.org
Nantucket Historical Association, P.O. Box 1016, Nantucket, MA 02554 P: 508-228-1894; F: 508-228-5618 W: www.nha.org | |
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