Early Release Days - NPS

2026 WINTER I AFTER-SCHOOL SERIES – Grades K–5
Winter I Session: January 13 – February 19

Join the Maria Mitchell Association this winter for our Winter I After-School Series, designed for students in Grades K–5. Each afternoon offers seasonal, nature-based activities, experiments, crafts, and outdoor exploration—even in the chilly months!

This day-specific program includes transportation from local schools:

  • Nantucket Elementary School & Intermediate School – pickup at 2:30 PM

  • Nantucket Lighthouse School – pickup at 2:50 PM

  • Nantucket New School – pickup at 3:00 PM
    (With parent/guardian permission)

Participants will travel to the Hinchman House Natural Science Museum or an off-site field location. While school may be out, the curiosity continues!

Pick-up is at 5:00 PM sharp at the Natural Science Museum, 7 Milk Street.

WINTER I SERIES DATES:
Choose the day that works best for your schedule—each offers a unique experience!

  • Tuesdays – 6 Week Series
    Jan 13, 20, 27; Feb 3, 10, 17

  • Wednesdays – 4 Week Series
    Jan 21, 28; Feb 4, 18
    Please note: Wednesday Jan 14 is a NPS Early Release Day. **These sessions require separate registration under the NPS Early Release Days option.

  • Thursdays – 6 Week Series
    Jan 15, 22, 29; Feb 5, 12, 19

Program Fee:

  • $400 for the full series

  • $25 per individual session

  • MMA Members receive a 20% discount when signed into their account.

To register for individual dates, click “Show Individual Events” during registration.


Wednesday December 3
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Early Release Days - NPS
Wednesday December 3

12:00 PM
3:00 PM