Museums in Nantucket, Massachusetts

Spermaceti is a substance derived from whales that was once used to make candles. This converted 1846 candle factory is now home to Nantucket's whaling history -- an excursion not to be missed. It features a tremendous collection ... More on Homeandabroad.com

The Dane Gallery was founded in 1996 by glass artist Robert Dane and his wife Jayne Hare Dane. Located on the island of Nantucket, Massachusetts, in the heart of the historic town, we are proud to ... More on Danegallery.com

The Dane Gallery is located on the island of Nantucket, 30 miles off the coast of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. The gallery represents leading artists in contemporary glass, ceramics, basketry & wood. F... More on Danegallery.com

This outstanding museum is dedicated to the human drama of man's efforts against the relentless sea and is ... More on MuseumStuff.com

I recently visited the museum, which has undergone a major renovation. More on TripAdvisor

The NHA operates two museums and five historic sites on the island of Nantucket, MA. The Whaling Museum is open year round and features artifacts from Nantucket's days as a nineteenth century whali... More on MuseumStuff.com

Hear true tales of tragedy, drama, courage, and humor told by a costumed guide. More on Nantucket.net

Oldest standing black church building (1806) in US; New England Antislavery Society founded here in 1832. A National ... More on Massvacation.com

This facility houses a new 24" research telescope as well as a recently refurbished antique Clark telescope. The public is invited to attend Open Nights, ... More on Massvacation.com

Pets must be on leash, except during the months of September through March when dogs are allowed off-leash,... More on DogFriendly.com

Tour the old-style kitchen where jams and jellies are made in old-fashioned tradition. Jams and jellies o... More on igougo

Once a contender for the title of the Cape's oldest house (a couple of privately owned Provincetown houses appear to have a stronger claim), this saltbox (ca. 1680) is nonetheless a noteworthy beauty, with its diamond-pane windows ... More on Frommers