Guide to Historical Records and Genealogical Resources of Nantucket, Massachusetts
Maria Mitchell Association
Archives/Special Collections
2 Vestal Street, Nantucket, MA 02554
(508)228-9219
Website: http://www.mmo.org/maria-mitchell/archives-special-collections.html
Housed in the former schoolhouse of William Mitchell, the Maria Mitchell Association preserves artifacts relating to Maria Mitchell and the history of Nantucket in its Archives and Special Collections. You'll find Maria Mitchell's manuscripts, 19th century scientific books with handsome illustrations, contemporary scientific journals, the personal and professional papers of members of the Mitchell Family, and the records of the Maria Mitchell Association.
Currently, the library is open by appointment only to researchers needing access to certain books and documents. To schedule an appointment, contact curator Jascin Leonardo Finger.