2026 SPRING AFTER-SCHOOL SERIES – Grades K–5
Spring Session: March 31 – May 14

Celebrate the season of growth and discovery with the Maria Mitchell Association’s Spring After-School Series for students in Grades K–5! Each week brings new adventures in nature, science, and creativity as we explore the island’s changing landscapes and wildlife.

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.

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

• Tuesdays – 5 Week Series
  March 31; April 7, 14, 28; May 5, 
  (No program during April Break – week of April 20–24)

• Wednesdays – 3 Week Series
  April 1, 15, 29
  Please note: Wednesday April 8 & Wednesday May 6 are NPS Early Release Days. **These sessions require separate registration under the NPS Early Release Days option. (No program during April Break – week of April 20–24)

• Thursdays – 5 Week Series
  April 2, 9, 16, 30; May 7
  (No program during April Break – week of April 20–24)

Program Fee:

• $325 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.