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Science Festival is here!

NANTUCKET SCIENCE FESTIVAL

By the Community, For the Community
SATURDAY MARCH 16, 2024
10:30am- 2pm
*Sensory Friendly Hour 9:30am - 10:30am

What is the Nantucket Science Festival?

The Nantucket Science Festival (ACKSciFest) is an annual public celebration of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM) held on the third Saturday of March. It is a free community-based event, bringing together island partner organizations and the Nantucket Community at large, to highlight the impact of STEAM in all of our lives.


Founded by the MMA in 2015, and in years past, through partnership with the Nantucket Community School (NCS), a small and dedicated festival team creates and manages the half day program with a robust group of  some of the most intelligent scientists, generous sponsors, creative non profits, dedicated volunteers, and curious students on Nantucket.

How did it start?

ACKSciFest began as a concept in 2014 and came to fruition in 2015, with the support of key community collaborators, and attracted an estimated 200 visitors annually.


Now, 10 years later, we attract more than 500 visitors annually, host events in a central venue and work with more than fifteen collaborators and partners.

What is the Festival's Philosophy?

Our team focuses on creating a festival that is ‘by the community and for the community’. Our program collaborates with, features and attracts professionals, students, adults, families and the science community throughout Nantucket, with a particular emphasis on creating opportunities for all to develop a life-long passion for science through education, research, and first-hand exploration of the sky, land, and sea of Nantucket Island. We strive to reach all of our island community by demonstrating the intersection of STEAM in all areas of our lives.

How do I get involved?

If you want to host a table or activity at ACKSciFest you can send an email to programs@mariamitchell.org and a member of the team will be in touch with you.


If you’re interested in supporting this incredible event and engaging the Nantucket community, learn more about our sponsors and how to become one here.

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