Nantucket Atheneum

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1 India St
Nantucket, MA 02554
The Nantucket Atheneum is the public library for Nantucket, Massachusetts. The institution was formed in 1834 as a private, membership organization and became a public library in 1900. The Nantucket Atheneum offers free access to millions of books, films and music as well as over 1,000 programs for all ages year round. Our iconic building, built in 1846, is located in the heart of downtown and features art and artifacts important to the island's maritime history as the center of whaling. The library also provides a free wifi signal, computer access on the second floor and a beautiful, inviting garden.

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Rumit P.
6/28/2025

For a small resort island, I love that they their own public library and it's larger than you'd expect. It doubles as a cultural center and a mini museum. Located right in the middle of everything...

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Jess L.
5/6/2025

The Atheneum is a must visit. It's great for kids and adults. First, wander around the outside grounds. Check online for any programming, too; we stumbled upon a really great outdoor show for...

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Kislev A.
8/24/2023

The Nantucket library, called Nantucket Atheneum, is more than a library; it is a museum. It's a full working library with all the requisite book and media selections. It also has work and study...

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Jane D.
6/30/2023

This has to be one of my favorite places in Nantucket, an oasis of quiet, good reading, kind people, and good activities no matter what the season. The selections for children and young adults...

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Meg C.
8/3/2020

This a review for their gardens. They are right in town but offer a space free of crowds and less noise. The grass is super lush and great for people to stretch out on. Benches are all around as...

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