About NHA Special Events

In addition to regular giving and memberships, the Nantucket Historical Association relies on the proceeds from these annual special events to fulfill its important mission of education and preservation through educational programs, the Whaling Museum and historic properties, the collections, changing exhibitions, and special projects. Please mark your calendar and join us!

Antiques & Design Show
of Nantucket

The Antiques & Design Show is the highlight of Nantucket’s summer season and one of the most highly regarded antiques show on the east coast, attracting collectors and enthusiasts to the island.

August 1–5, 2013
Bartlett's Farm

Festival of Wreaths

Silent Auction! Take a chance to win one of the eighty beautifully crafted wreaths created by members of the Nantucket community and on display in the Peter Foulger Gallery..

Preview Party, Tuesday, November 26, 2013
November 27, 29–30, December 1, 2013
Peter Foulger Gallery, Whaling Museum

Closed Thanksgiving Day

Festival of Trees

This island tradition features brilliantly decorated trees designed by community members, local merchants, nonprofit organizations, artists, artisans, and schoolchildren.

Preview Party, Thursday, December 5, 2013
December 6–December 29, 2013,
Fridays–Sundays
December 30–31, Monday–Tuesday
Whaling Museum