Our Mission is to increase knowledge and public awareness of the universe and the natural world through programs of scientific research and education.
The mission of the Nantucket Maria Mitchell Association is to explore, educate about and enjoy Nantucket's land, waters and the skies beyond.
In fulfilling its mission, the Maria Mitchell Association uses the unique natural environment of Nantucket as a resource to encourage inquiring minds and builds upon the scientific achievements of Maria Mitchell. The Association's objectives are:
To view Maria Mitchell's contributions to astronomy and science as a basis for a continuing tradition of high quality research which inspires today's students and tomorrow's scientists
To provide scientific resources for the community
To use Nantucket Island as an exceptional natural laboratory in which to study science and the environment
To pass on Maria Mitchell's legacy of intellectual curiosity, respect for and love of nature, learning by doing, and the ideal of individualism
To recognize the historic persona of Maria Mitchell and its potential for great impact on contemporary thought
