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Whaling Museum
Feb. 12 - Apr. 23,
Sat.-Sun., 11 A.M-4 P.M.
Research Library
7 Fair Street
Mon., Thu., Fri.,
10 A.M.-4 P.M.,
Tues., 11 A.M.-4 P.M.
Closed Wed., weekends, all holidays.
508-228-1655
Administrative Offices
15 Broad Street
Mon.-Fri., 9 A.M.-5 P.M. 508-228-1894, ext 0
Historic Sites
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The NHA owns and operates twenty-two historic sites. Part of our mission is to preserve these exceptional properties and share them with the public.
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| Message from the Executive Director | |
I am certain that many have the impression that the NHA is a halcyon place in the winter months - a time when the staff sits back, relaxes, and buffs their shoes in preparation for the upcoming summer. Not!
During the last week of February, we were in the midst of a remarkably well-attended school vacation program, hosted for those legions of students who remained on island. We called the program Nantucket: A Treasure Island, and it was thrilling to watch parents and children exploring the various activity stations, often leaving with an authentic-looking carte-de-visite for their fridge or bedroom wall.The program was generously supported by a grant from the Nantucket Golf Club Foundation. Visit our new NHA EVENTS PHOTO GALLERY to see what happened!
Meanwhile, we are in the midst of our twenty-two-week Food for Thought brown bag lecture series, while also preparing for our 2nd annual Nantucket History Quiz Bowl.
Regarding the latter, if you happen to be within a day's drive of the island, you may want to point your car toward the Whaling Museum. There is usually plenty of parking at this time of the year, but on March 5 you must get here early, as all of Gosnell Hall will be filled with eager islanders ready to have their knowledge of Nantucket history tested.
Nat Philbrick will again be our "Quizmaster" and moderator, and yours truly will join two other "judges" as we progress through an action-packed evening of eliminations. In the end, the winning team will be awarded the coveted Clara, a stuffed plush whale valued at a stunning $3.78. It's the recognition that counts, coupled with the knowledge that as far as Nantucket trivia goes, "you rule!"
Here's to spring!
Bill Tramposch
Executive Director
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2nd Annual History Quiz Bowl, Saturday, March 5, 6 P.M., Whaling Museum
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"So you think you know Nantucket?" Come find out at the 2nd Annual Nantucket History Quiz Bowl on Saturday, March 5, at 6 P.M., in the Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. Award-winning island author Nat Philbrick will be the Quizmaster for the second consecutive year. Free for the public, $50 per team entering competition. LEARN MORE
Information and applications AVAILABLE ONLINE.  |
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Heritage Tour of the Gosnold Center
Friday, March 18, 11 A.M. - Noon
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 Guests are invited to the NHA's storage center for a behind-the-scenes tour, including the opportunity to view numerous "old Nantucket family" artifacts. The tour will begin with a presentation of the NHA's online database, followed by a guided tour of the facility. Reservations are required, 508-228-1894, ext. 0.
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Partake of a "Winter Studio" afternoon at the NHA's 1800 House, Tuesday, March 8 & 22
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Traditionally closed during the winter, when the new class schedule is being firmed up (it will be available online mid-month), on Tuesday, March 8 & 22, interested participants are welcome to come to 4 Mill Street between 1 and 4 P.M. to work in the company of other creative people, share ideas, and perhaps finish those projects that have been on hold for many months. Come to the back entrance.
1800 House, 4 Mill Street, 1 - 4 P.M.
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| Food for Thought Lectures | |
 Held Thursdays at noon in the Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. This year, we celebrate the ingenuity and resourcefulness of Nantucketers from all walks of life. Food for Thought is supported by a grant from the M. S. Worthington Foundation.
March 3 features Chief William Pittman,
"The Nantucket Police Department."
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Nantucket: A Treasure Island school vacation program a huge success!
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 Over 320 guests participated in this free program. Designed to combine adventure, discovery, creation, and education, the daily offerings allowed visitors to visually explore, and physically interact with, artifacts and treasures from the NHA's collections. This program was supported by a grant from the Nantucket Golf Club Foundation.
Visit the new NHA EVENTS PHOTO GALLERY to see what happened!
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Give the Gift of an NHA Membership
| A one-year membership is the perfect birthday, hostess, holiday or anniversary gift that will provide unlimited admission to the Whaling Museum, free use of the NHA Research Library; subscription to Historic Nantucket; 10% discount at the Museum Shop; and discounts for classes, events, concerts, and lectures. Should you have any questions regarding your membership, or would like to purchase a gift membership for family or friends, please call Michelle at 508-228-1894, ext. 116 or PURCHASE ONE ONLINE.
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| 1800 House Gift Certificates, a gift that keeps on giving! | | For those having friends or family members 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 class during the 2011 season at the NHA's 1800 House.
To learn more about the NHA's lifelong-learning programs in early-American arts and crafts, please call 508-228-1894, ext. 128, or 508-228-7785 or VISIT US ONLINE.
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Hours:
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Whaling Museum
Saturdays and Sundays, 11 A.M - 4 P.M., through April 23
Thursday - Monday, 11 A.M. - 4 P.M, April 28 - May 9
508-228-1894, ext. 0
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