Upcoming Events

Join us in the garden for a chance to practice block printing tote bags and bandanas, using the natural patterns in fruits and vegetable. Or try your hand at carving your own pattern!

Today, we're making a gorgeous butterfly using tissue paper as a coloring tool.

Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D) are certified therapy dogs trained to be good listeners.  This program is a fun, relaxed, and nonjudgmental way to become more con

Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D) are certified therapy dogs trained to be good listeners.  This program is a fun, relaxed, and nonjudgmental way to become more con

Explore the art of marbling paper! Experiment with classic patterns, and make one-of-a-kind creations to take home.

Program will be held outside outside in the garden. In case of inclement weather, program will be rescheduled. 

Do you need a fan to beat the heat?  This morning, we're making refreshingly cool fruit fans to help!  Stop by the courtyard and create one for yourself!

Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D) are certified therapy dogs trained to be good listeners.  This program is a fun, relaxed, and nonjudgmental way to become more con

Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D) are certified therapy dogs trained to be good listeners.  This program is a fun, relaxed, and nonjudgmental way to become more con

Learn to recreate miniature versions of these souvenirs of the Caribbean favored by Nantucket whalemen during the nineteenth century! Sailors’ Valentines make wonderful gifts and beautiful home accents.

This morning, we're making a cute dinosaur nightlight. You'll be able to create a prehistoric little scene in a jar! Add a small tea light, and it's a nightlight! Stop by the courtyard and create one of your own!

Join Our Empowering Women's Group!

Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D) are certified therapy dogs trained to be good listeners.  This program is a fun, relaxed, and nonjudgmental way to become more con

Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D) are certified therapy dogs trained to be good listeners.  This program is a fun, relaxed, and nonjudgmental way to become more con

Called the "Musical Ambassador to Children" and the "Pied Piper of Louisiana Music Traditions," Johnette Downing is a multi-award winning singer, musician, composer, author, and poet who serves up a gumbo of Louisiana roots music and boo

Join us as we design and craft unique charm necklaces. Choose from a colorful variety of charms to express your individuality and interests. All materials provided.

Join the ukulele craze that is sweeping the nation with this fun introductory class for teens and adults.  Come learn the parts of the ukulele, how to strum, how to make chords, and how to play two songs.  Students must provide their own

Stop by the garden this morning and make a beach glass collage with us.  All supplies are included.  Suitable for children of all ages, but younger ones may need adult assistance.

Learn the basics of blues and folk harmonica with Grammy-winning blues producer and musician Scott Billington, at the Nantucket Atheneum on Saturday, August 3 at 11 AM.

Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D) are certified therapy dogs trained to be good listeners.  This program is a fun, relaxed, and nonjudgmental way to become more con

Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D) are certified therapy dogs trained to be good listeners.  This program is a fun, relaxed, and nonjudgmental way to become more con

Create your own miniature library using an old altoids tin. This adorable craft is perfect for book lovers and makes a unique gift idea.

A little acorn cap, some wool, a wooden bead, and a shell are all it takes to make a slumbering little one.  Stop by the Atheneum Courtyard this morning and make a sweet little seashell baby of your own!  

Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D) are certified therapy dogs trained to be good listeners.  This program is a fun, relaxed, and nonjudgmental way to become more con