Vestal Street Observatory Opening
This event is no longer on sale.
Join the MMA for an exclusive evening of stargazing and history as we celebrate the reopening of the Vestal Street Observatory and Astronomical Study on Saturday, August 2 at 630pm.
We are honored to welcome Brother Guy Consolmagno, Director of the Vatican Observatory, who will be joining us virtually to offer a special blessing. In 1857, Maria Mitchell made history as the first woman admitted to the Vatican.
Our friends from
Travel Sommelier will be sharing details about their upcoming science and education-themed trips.
Stargazing will follow the reception at nightfall, marking the only opportunity this summer to view the night sky from the Vestal Street dome.
Limited tickets are available and pre-registration is required.
Please note: Due to inclement forecast for Friday, the rain date of Saturday, August 2 is now the event date.
Cost Per Guest: $200
Tax-deductible portion: $150
Contact email: ayoung@mariamitchell.org
If you prefer to pay by check, please address to Maria Mitchell Association | 4 Vestal Street | Nantucket, MA 02554. Please include a note indicating the number of tickets and a preferred email address.
Cancellation and Refund Policy: Tickets are Non-Refundable.
All offerings are subject to cancellation by the MMA at any time, with or without notice for reasons deemed necessary by the organization. In the event of a cancellation by us, we will make every effort to provide a ticket exchange at an amenable date and time to both parties and if we cannot, we will refund the purchase and credit the original payment method.