The Nantucket Arts Council offers community arts programming, workshops, exhibitions, and creative events designed to support artists and expand access to the arts on Nantucket. Located on Union Street in downtown Nantucket, the organization connects residents and visitors with classes, cultural programming, and opportunities to engage with the island’s creative community.
Nantucket Island Tours offers narrated sightseeing tours exploring Nantucket’s history, landmarks, beaches, and island neighborhoods. Departing from Straight Wharf, the tours guide visitors through downtown Nantucket, ’Sconset, Sankaty Head Lighthouse, and other scenic and historic locations while sharing stories about the island’s whaling past and local culture. Designed for visitors looking for a broad introduction to Nantucket, the tours provide a relaxed and informative way to experience the island.
The Nantucket Dreamland is a nonprofit film and cultural center located in downtown Nantucket at 17 South Water Street. The venue presents first run movies, independent films, live performances, concerts, comedy, lectures, children’s programming, and community events throughout the year. With multiple theater spaces and year round programming, the Dreamland serves as one of Nantucket’s central gathering places for arts, entertainment, and culture.
