Spermaceti is a substance derived from whales that were once used to make candles. This converted 1846 candle factory is...
Website: nha.org
Phone: (508) 228-1894
Cross Streets: Between S Water St and S Beach St
13 Broad St Nantucket, MA 02554-3502 682.34 mi
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4.5 1671 reviews
They still actively hunt for whales in the most Northern part of Alaska called Utqiagvik also know as Barrow, Alaska just wanted to mention Iceland and Japan are not the only persons still actively go... More
This museum is NOT TO BE MISSED. Even if you are not a history or anthropology buff, you will LOVE it. You can get a sticker to wear all day so you can go in and out (for 1 whole day). We heard three... More
Wasn’t sure I would like this but actually was very enjoyable educational and the building is beautiful!!! Pleasant surprise More
I had high expectations going to this museum given the positive reviews. It did not disappoint. It was much larger than I expected and I learned a lot. I spent two hours at the museum and could have... More
The museum is full of many artifacts, art and interactive displays. There were two 30 minute movies available and we watched the one on the whaling industry and history of Nantucket. We actually... More
