Nantucket Whaling Museum

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(1.7K) · Museum in Nantucket, United States
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The Whaling Museum, operated by the Nantucket Historical Association (founded in 1894), is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. …

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Dec 23, 2024
A MUST while visiting Nantucket!. The museum is beautifully designed, well kept, with a diverse collection of artifacts, movies, interactive displays. We loved the side galleries with the art, scrims… Full review by Dana W
Sep 21, 2024
A thoroughly charming small museum that immerses you in the history of Nantucket. I especially enjoyed the holographic women of Nantucket who described their lives from various eras. There was also a… Full review by Ellen_EL
Sep 7, 2024
You must see this to get a good sense of Nantucket. It is a spacious brick building with interesting exhibits on whaling, candle-making, and the big fires which devastated the island. Reception desk … Full review by jpgina53

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Established:1930
Type:Museum

Questions & answers

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Is there parked near the museum
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On street parking for 2 hours is available.
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Are there any Whale Watching boat tours Weekend of Sept 8 or 9? If so, how do I access tickets? Thank you!
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Hi Georgia, Our museum does not operate whale watching tours. We recommend contacting Nantucket Visitor Services or the Chamber of Commerce to find a company that …
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Hi Georgia, Our museum does not operate whale watching tours. We recommend contacting Nantucket Visitor Services or the Chamber of Commerce to find a company that provides these sort of offerings. We hope you'll come visit us at the museum as well!
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Answer by Ashley S · Aug 21, 2017
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Can I carry a small dog through your museum?
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Sorry, but I do not know their pet policy... I am sure you can find it on their web site...
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