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Best Museums in Nantucket

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Spermaceti is a substance derived from whales that were once used to make candles. This converted 1846 candle factory is now home to a museum about Nantucket's whaling history - and it's an excursion that can not be missed. It features a tremendous collection of artifacts, including the skeleton of a 46-foot sperm whale, the 16-foot (5-meter) glass prism from Sankaty Head Light, portraits of sea captains, a large scrimshaw collection, and so much more!

Keeping the island's history alive is the goal of the Nantucket Historical Association. Many of the museums and historical sites on Nantucket fall under the NHA's umbrella, which makes it an excellent place to start when taking a tour of the island. Purchase a membership to receive admission to all of the NHA's sites and immerse yourself in the island's past. Individual memberships provide far more benefits other than just museum entrance fees.

The Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum displays artifacts from decades of life-saving efforts. A unique museum that educates you on the lives of brave men and women who risked and lost their lives to save many shipwreck mariners. Visitors can learn about the life-saving skills that are developed over the years. Exhibits include several boats, informative displays, articles, films, and a lot more that can be explored during your tour. It is a great museum for all ages.

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