Travel to Nantucket with Hy-Line Cruises, offering high-speed passenger ferry service from Hyannis in about one hour. With frequent departures and easy boarding, it’s one of the fastest, most convenient ways to reach the island.
Travel to Nantucket with Hy-Line Cruises, offering high-speed passenger ferry service from Hyannis in about one hour. With frequent departures and easy boarding, it’s one of the fastest, most convenient ways to reach the island.
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.
The Tall Ship Lynx offers a one-of-a-kind sailing experience aboard a beautifully crafted interpretation of an 1812 privateer schooner. Departing from Nantucket during the summer season, the vessel combines scenic harbor sails with hands-on maritime education and living history. Whether joining a public cruise, sunset sail, or educational program, guests experience Nantucket’s seafaring heritage in an immersive and unforgettable way.
The Egan Maritime Institute brings Nantucket’s seafaring history to life through immersive programs, on-the-water experiences, and the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum. Focused on preserving the island’s maritime heritage, it offers visitors a deeper understanding of the people, industries, and rescue stories shaped by the surrounding sea. It’s a must-visit for anyone looking to connect with Nantucket beyond the shoreline.
Endeavor Sailing offers daytime sails, sunset cruises, and private charters aboard a classic Friendship Sloop departing from Straight Wharf in downtown Nantucket. Led by Captain James Genthner, the charter welcomes both novice and experienced sailors for relaxed excursions around Nantucket Harbor and Nantucket Sound. Guests can help raise the sails, learn about the island’s maritime history, or simply enjoy the scenery from the deck of one of Nantucket’s longest operating sailing charters.
