Nantucket Collection

Nantucket Light Ship, Boston Harbour, Boston, Massachusetts, New England, United States of America, North America

Scene in Main Street, Nantucket, Massachusetts, USA
Scene in Main Street, Nantucket Island, Massachusetts, USA -- people on the way to a sheep shearing festival. Date: circa 1840s

Bicycles, Nantucket, Massachusetts, New England, United States of America, North America

Sunset, Madaket Beach, Nantucket, Massachusetts, USA

Nantucket fishing village in the 1800s
Pony cart hauling water in Siasconset village, Nantucket Island, 1870s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Massachusetts, Nantucket. Sankaty Head, Sankaty lighthouse, est. 1850

USA, Nantucket, Massachusetts, Daisies on the grass next to Sankaty Head light

USA, Nantucket, Massachusetts, Brant Point Beach, bicycles parked on the entrance to the beach, couple with dog

USA, Nantucket, Massachusetts, Brant Point Lighthouse

USA, Nantucket, Massachusetts, New England, Brant Point Lighthouse, sailboat

USA, New England, Massachusetts, Nantucket Island, Siasconset, cottage with whale-shaped weather vane

USA, New England, Massachusetts, Nantucket Island, Madaket, Madaket Beach, sand fence and shadows

Tragical fate of a big ocean liner (b / w photo)
6002657 Tragical fate of a big ocean liner (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tragical fate of a big ocean liner)

Farm Landscape, Cattle in Pasture, --Sunset, Nantucket, c. 1883 (oil on panel)
873260 Farm Landscape, Cattle in Pasture, A--Sunset, Nantucket, c.1883 (oil on panel) by Inness, George Snr. (1825-94); 50.8 x76.2 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Historical Association, Nantucket, Massachusetts, USA
Historical Association building (formerly a Quaker Meeting House), Fair Street, Nantucket, Massachusetts, USA. Date: circa 1906

The Lonely Farm, Nantucket, 1892 (oil on canvas)
2968799 The Lonely Farm, Nantucket, 1892 (oil on canvas) by Inness, George Snr. (1825-94); 78.1x116.2 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; Edward B. Butler Collection; American, out of copyright

Upper Main Street, Nantucket, Massachusetts (oil on canvas)
873217 Upper Main Street, Nantucket, Massachusetts (oil on canvas) by Cooper, Colin Campbell (1856-1937); 63.5 x76.2 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Nantucket Sand Dune, ca. 1890. Creator: C. Morgan McIlhenney
Nantucket Sand Dune, ca. 1890. Formerly attributed to Abbott Handerson Thayer, born Boston, MA 1849-died Dublin, NH 1921

MA Nantucket Vector Road Map. All source data is in the public domain. U.S. Census Bureau Census Tiger. Used Layers: areawater, linearwater, roads, rails, cousub, pointlm, uac10

Lambs, Nantucket, 1874. Creator: Eastman Johnson
Lambs, Nantucket, 1874

USA, Massachusetts, Nantucket Island. Nantucket Town, Brant Point Lighthouse from Nantucket Ferry

USA, Massachusetts, Nantucket Island. Madaket. Madaket Beach, sand fence and shadows

USA, Massachusetts, Nantucket Island. Nantucket Town, wall detail

Shipwreck off Nantucket (Wreck off Nantucket after a Storm), ca. 1860-61. Creator
Shipwreck off Nantucket (Wreck off Nantucket after a Storm), ca. 1860-61

Corn Husking at Nantucket, ca. 1875. Creator: Eastman Johnson
Corn Husking at Nantucket, ca. 1875

Sunset, Madaket Beach, Nantucket, Massachusetts, USA

Climbing roses, Nantucket, Massachusetts, USA

Horse, Madaket, Nantucket, Massachusetts, USA

Brant Lighthouse, Nantucket Harbor, Nantucket, Massachusetts, USA

Map of Massachusetts 1877
Warrens Common School Geography 1877

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Nantucket, a picturesque island located off the coast of Massachusetts, holds a rich history and captivating beauty. From its iconic Nantucket Light Ship to the bustling Boston Harbor nearby, this New England gem has much to offer. Strolling along Main Street in Nantucket, one can feel transported back in time. The charming scene showcases quaint shops and historic architecture that harken back to the island's fishing village roots in the 1800s. Bicycles line the streets, adding a touch of whimsy and nostalgia to this idyllic setting. As evening descends upon Madaket Beach, visitors are treated to breathtaking sunsets that paint the sky with vibrant hues. The crashing waves provide a soothing soundtrack as beachgoers gather around sand fences for an unforgettable experience. Delving into Nantucket's past reveals its deep connection with whaling during the 19th century. A thrilling image emerges from history: whaleboats being dragged by harpooned whales - an exhilarating pursuit known as a "Nantucket sleigh ride. " This line engraving captures both danger and adventure on these treacherous waters. Sankaty Head stands tall on Nantucket Island since its establishment in 1850. Sankaty Lighthouse proudly guides ships through foggy nights, serving as a beacon of hope amidst turbulent seas. Venturing further inland unveils unique sights like cottages shaped like whales at Siasconset or enchanting farm landscapes where cattle graze peacefully against stunning sunsets captured by artists such as c. 1883 oil painting "Farm Landscape, Cattle in Pasture. " The Historical Association preserves and shares this island's remarkable heritage for all who visit or call it home. Their dedication ensures that future generations will continue to appreciate and learn from Nantucket's storied past. Intriguingly contrasting with these serene scenes is an old black-and-white photograph, capturing the tragical fate of a big ocean liner.